metalworking

When it comes to manufacturing metal parts, it is crucial to consider all the different variables that are needed to ensure that you are making the right decision. Each manufacturing process is a viable option, and so it all depends on so many factors – especially where and what it […]

Precision Engineering in Stainless Steel Forgings Ferralloy, Inc. is supplying a manufacturer of valves to the oil and gas industry with machined stainless steel valve bodies produced  from forgings in 304 grade material.  The company can supply open and closed die forgings in carbon, alloy, and stainless steel materials in […]

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 […]

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 […]

Titanium can be used for a wide range of metal parts, from tubing to bolts to fasteners. And this metal alloy is used for good reasons. The list of titanium benefits is a long one. To narrow them down, we will look more in depth at the significant advantages of […]

Aluminum is considered to be one of the best materials used in castings processes. It is often used in permanent mold casting, sand casting, die casting, and castings investment. This material is widely known for its excellent strength-to-weight ratio, making it an ideal metal component for numerous casting applications. Perks […]

Both cast iron and cast steel are ferrous materials that are primarily made up of iron and carbon. Both are excellent in investment casting in terms of qualities and are hence employed in various applications. They have excellent mechanical attributes, which will make it quite challenging to choose between the […]

When it comes to metalworking, there are several different methods a professional can use to create durable components. Sometimes a manufacturer is able to get a product so close to its final stage that finishing is not a requirement. This is the opposite of net shape manufacturing. Learn more about […]

Among the most ideal ways to make lasting and quality components are through castings. It allows for a high level of detail, which results in not needing additional fabrication or assembly. When it comes to rolled ring forgings, steel and iron are the two most popular due to their exceptional […]