As the temperatures rise and summer approaches, many industrial shops and manufacturers in Gastonia, NC, begin to plan for their seasonal shutdowns. These shutdowns, while critical for maintenance and rest, can pose a significant challenge for operations that rely on consistent production cycles, especially those involving heat treating processes. One of the most essential services […]
Why Is Metal Quench Tempered? The hardening process of quenching and tempering is a heat treatment procedure for improving the mechanical properties of metals and alloys. It involves heating a material to an elevated temperature, then cooling it rapidly (quenching) before reheating it to a lower temperature to improve the ductility of the materials. This process […]
How To Choose The Right Heat Treating Company When it comes time to selecting a metal shop that will help you with your metal fabrication needs, you’ll want to choose a company that is qualified to meet your needs. Choosing too quickly can lead to failed products and wasted resources, but putting some thought into […]
The heat treatment of metal is a process that involves the heating or chilling of metal. This process is often conducted at extreme temperatures. The purpose of this process is to achieve a certain result, which is to alter the chemical composition of the metal without changing its shape. This includes the hardening or softening […]
Steel is considered among some of the strongest materials on earth, but some processes can make it even stronger. Quenching and tempering is one way to increase the strength and durability of steel for many different types of industrial applications. This quick guide will provide information on steel treatment methods and how they enhance steel for […]