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Alloy steel forgings are common. They are a group of technical alloys that may be heat treated to achieve various mechanical properties. Below are the basic pieces of information you need to know. Everything There Is to Know About Forgings Made of Alloy Steel Chemical Make-Up The 0.20 to 0.55 […]

Precision is key when creating reliable metal components. Whether you are looking for an investment casting or something else, machining for an industrial project is a way to ensure accuracy of cuts. But term machining has not always meant the same thing in the metalworking industry.As the technology of machining […]

The integrity of any project requiring metal work lies on the integrity of the material used. There is a reason super alloys are named “super.” Their strength and stability make them ideal for particular products and alloy castings. If you are looking to create strong and high performing castings for […]

You have your basic metals and alloys – titanium, stainless steel, aluminum and more. And they’re great! But, behind the classics, are some renowned metals and alloys with properties that ensure the integrity of alloy castings. Tantalum is one of those materials. History of Tantalum Scientist found tantalum in 1802 […]

To get the metal components you use in everyday life, there are several processes that have to take place in order to achieve the end product. Even the most commonly used metal items that people use in their daily lives would be unrecognizable in its raw form. One of the […]

There are numerous different types of castings methods. There are investment castings, sand castings, centrifugal castings, and heat resistant castings. In addition to a wide-variety of processes, there are also numerous casting materials. While castings can be created using just one metal, alloy castings are often seen as the most […]

Dedicated to improving, the metal casting industry strives to improve its processes and technologies. But, there is one industrial process that has stood the test of time. Derived from lost-wax casting, castings investment – or investment casting – is still used to produce precise patterns. What is Investment Casting? Investment […]

A casting is a type of metal component that is vital to countless industries. They are created through the casting process, which consists of pouring molten metal into a mold and then allowing it to cool and solidify. The casting process is extremely versatile and offers the freedom to form […]

We experience the power of gravity every day. And the metalworking industry knows how to implement natural forces. And, it creates durable products for industrial purposes. Gravity castings, also known as permanent mold castings, are one of those forces that metal workers can use to the industry’s advantage.There are some […]

Steel, aluminum, titanium, zirconium, the list of raw materials used for metal components can go on and on. With so many options, deciding on the right type of material for your project can get overwhelming. It’s important to understand the properties, benefits, and applications of different types of metals to […]