Metal: You can find it just about everywhere. It’s an important material used in the construction of vehicles, it’s a part of building support and we see metal on light poles and street signs. But, what is metallurgy in Gastonia, NC, and which industries use it today? Truth is, the term “metallurgy” may sound like […]

It’s not just living things that can tire out to the point of suffering injury or a total breakdown. In fact, metal can also tire out. But the amount of time it takes for metal to succumb to exhaustion depends on several factors—including what metal part or application it is, the type of metal used […]

Most of us are familiar with sandblasting, or at least have heard this term before. It’s an abrasive blasting process featuring sand propelled by compressed air or steam, and is used as a surface cleaning or roughening treatment. Similarly, shot blasting is a popular method of cleaning, stripping, strengthening and polishing metal using a controlled, […]

Not all manufacturing businesses maintain an in-house department that handles metallurgical services in Gastonia, NC. Many outsource these services mainly to save expenses or enjoy the expertise of a specialized heat treatment shop. If you find you are in the same position, J.F. Heat Treating Inc. can offer you this service. Here is what we […]

For those who are new to the world of metallurgy in Gastonia, NC, it can be helpful to understand the different types of metal involved. Tool steel is a type of carbon alloy steel that is often used when making tools using heat treatment. Tool steel is known for being strong, and for having a […]