Category Archives: austenitizing

What Is Austenitic Stainless Steel?

The size of the worldwide stainless steel market was estimated at $111.4 billion in 2019. Stainless steel is a tough and versatile material that is used in numerous different industries and applications. There are several different types of stainless steel, each with their own composition, strengths and weaknesses. One of those types of stainless steel […]

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What Are Modular Induction Heating Systems?

We use a variety of different tools and heating systems to heat treat items for our customers, but one of the best pieces of equipment we have is our induction heating system. An induction heater consists of an electromagnet and an electronic oscillator that work together to create an electromagnetic field. This field generates high […]

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What Is Ultrasonic Welding?

While this method of welding is not brand new, ultrasonic welding is a unique and innovative technique. Following is an overview of how ultrasonic welding works in Gastonia, NC. For more information on this welding method, contact your local metallurgical experts at J.F. Heat Treating Inc. History of ultrasonic welding First introduced in the 1940s, […]

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