metal-parts

In the eyes of the average person, alloys and metals are one in the same. Many people think that an alloy is part of the metal family. That’s not the case. Not only are alloys and metals different, they have very specific uses. Let’s take a look at just a […]

Casting is a simple, inexpensive and versatile way of forming aluminum into a wide array of products. Items such as power transmissions, car engine, and even the cap atop the Washington Monument were all produced through the aluminum casting process. Here are some other facts about alloy castings. The Casting […]

It’s important when looking for investment castings to make sure it is used with high-quality materials. Materials used in investment castings range from alloys to steel and aluminum. Let’s take a look at some of the best materials used in investment casting. Superalloys Gas turbine engine blades and nozzle guide […]

Forging is used in various industries such as construction, agriculture, and automotive. Two of the most commonly used forging methods are closed die forging and open die forging. Let’s take a look at the differences between these two forgings. What Are Closed Die and Open Die Forgings? Open die forging, […]

When it comes to forging, there are four main methods: impression die, cold, open die, and seamless rolled. What are the differences between the four methods? How do you know which one you should use? Well, let’s take a look at what the different types of forgings are and what […]

Furnace rolls are just what they sound like. They are specialty rolls that are found in furnaces and used to allow furnaces to operate efficiently. A popular use for these rolls is found in a method called carburizing. Let’s take a look at carburizing and where you can find furnace […]

Forged rolled rings are an incredible metal part for countless applications in numerous industries. While deciding to use forged rolled rings may be easy, deciding on which material to make them out of is not. If you are debating which forging material to use for your next project, you should […]

Heat treating baskets can be an efficient way to handle the parts finishing process. A well-designed basket is effective at keeping parts safe from damage and is often useful for a variety of processes. While the baskets can be made out of a variety of materials, steel fabrications are the […]

Heat treatment is the process of heating and cooling metals to change their microstructure and to bring out the physical and mechanical characteristics that make metals more desirable. Let’s take a look at the heat treating process as well as some examples of heat treating, such as heat treating baskets. […]

Forged rolled rings play an essential role in countless industries. As a result, these metal components are high in demand and the need for them shows no signs of slowing down. While the promising future of forged rolled rings comes as no surprise, the history of the forging process may […]