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The forged rolled rings process begins with a heated circular mass of metal that is ready to be molded after being formed and pierced to form a hollow “doughnut”. This is then heated to a high temperature and placed over the mandrel roll.The roller then moves under extreme pressure towards […]

Did you know that aluminum happens to be the third most abundant element in the world? In fact, over 8% of the earth’s core mass is made up of aluminum. In the metalworking industry, aluminum castings are created by pouring molten metal into mold patterns that have been designed according […]

You probably know that aluminum is known to be one of the most well-rounded metals that cater to a vast and diverse market. This material that comes with a luminous finish is used in producing different commercial and household goods. To give you an idea about the various applications for […]

Is your current metalworking process hampered by component variance and additional cost? Perhaps you should consider switching to castings investment so that you can add more value to your project. Its manufacturing process is nothing short of versatile because it allows you to create a wide range of metal parts […]

Forgings are an important part of any job site and will continue to be well into the future. Forged parts are durable, resistant to heat, and can be made from many different materials that also have a lot of wonderful qualities. Closed Die Closed die forging is another popular technique […]

Material handling baskets, such as heat treating baskets, can have a large impact on the efficiency of the parts finishing processes. A well-designed basket is effective at keeping parts safe from damage. While many manufacturers rely on plastic baskets, steel fabrications for material handling baskets can have several significant benefits. […]

Inconel is a family of austenitic nickel-chromium-based superalloys. These alloys are oxidation- and corrosion-resistant materials well suited for service in extreme environments subjected to pressure and heat. When heated, it forms a thick, stable, passivating oxide layer protecting the surface from further attack. This material retains strength over a wide […]

The casting process is an essential part of metalworking. This process holds the ability to create a variety of complex parts in a wide selection of metals for countless industries. Sometimes, castings can be utilized in the exact form that they leave the mold. They often, however, need to be […]

Before you can truly appreciate the beauty of machined castings, you’ll need to understand the importance of the casting process as a part of metalworking. This process makes it possible to produce a wide variety of complex metal components in a vast array of metal selections for many industries. Although […]

Ferralloy, Inc. is producing investment cast, internal valve components for an international Pressure Relief Valve manufacturer in the oil and gas industry. The ‘high lift disc’ components are cast in 17-4 stainless steel, machined, and heat treated to the customer’s drawing specifications and hardness requirements. These investment castings are purchased […]