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One of the many products we offer at Ferralloy is titanium tubes. These tubes have many different uses and are found in a variety of different fields. Before purchasing titanium tubing, let’s take a look at a few things you should know about them. It Has Many Desirable Attributes When […]

Many among us are familiar with open die forging, either by studying it or simply seeing a glimpse of it in medieval films – where a blacksmith sweats over the forge, slowly pouring molten iron into an open-topped stone mold. So, what exactly is the barreling effect in this method? […]

If you’re acquainted with the fabrication of investment castings, you probably know how essential heat treatments are irrespective of whether your project requires ferrous or non-ferrous alloys. Without the critical phase of applying heat treatments, the mechanical properties of the materials used will not be adequately enhanced.  Therefore, a range […]

As the trade name for a group of more than 20 metal alloys, Inconel is one of the most popular raw materials in the metalworking industry. Due to their prevalence, it might be useful to know a thing or two about this type of metal. Keep reading for 5 helpful […]

With all the different applications that metal is used, different characteristics are needed for each use. The wide array of metals available to be manufactured into the component or part needed for a project allows companies to get the metal that has all of their specifications in order to serve […]

In today’s manufacturing industry, the use of metal alloys is as prevalent as ever. The whole metals of old have been replaced with metal “blends”. An example of this is Inconel. Let’s take a look at what you need to know about this type of alloy and where you can […]

Robert Downey Jr. thrilled fans as the brilliant, wealthy, playboy, and philanthropist Tony Stark for more than ten years. It was evident from his early auditions that he could capture the essence of the role, so it was no surprise that he became one of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s biggest […]

Casting and molding are fundamental techniques in the metalworking process. Many industries rely on casting and molding to produce their signature products. Let’s take a look at the difference between moldings and castings to help you decide which one is best for your next project. Molding Molding is the process […]

When it comes to different types of castings, sand casting is a popular and effective way to create the parts needed for a job. The process itself has been perfected over time and has a lot of benefits as well as practical applications too. The Sand Casting Process The first […]

Cobalt alloys are resistant to wear, heat, and corrosion. This makes castings made of cobalt-based alloys valuable in various industries, including medical, aerospace, automotive, military, and other applications where high strength is essential and oxidation is an issue.   Cobalt Alloys: What You Need to Know   What is Cobalt? […]