A stainless martensitic alloy should have the following characteristics:
• It must have at least 10.5% chromium to qualify as stainless, and even more for better corrosion resistance.
• It should be fully austenitic at some temperature.
• The temperature at which austenite forms on heating should be sufficiently high to permit tempering above the temper embrittlement range.
Collaborative robot integrated into induction heating improves uniformity
Ambrell Corp., Scottsville, N.Y., introduced the world’s first induction heating collaborative robot or “cobot,” a programmable machine that performs a variety of repetitive tasks.
Siemens acquires Materials Solutions for superalloy additive manufacturing
Siemens AG, Germany, has acquired a majority stake (85%) in Materials Solutions Ltd., England, for its capabilities in additive manufacture of superalloy parts.
Solar Atmospheres forms Vacuum Pump Services Corporation
Solar Atmospheres, Souderton, Pa., announces the formation of Vacuum Pump Services Corp., a service center in which skilled technicians will repair, rebuild, recondition, and service all brands of vacuum pumps.
ASM Appoints New Managing Director
The ASM International Board of Trustees announces the appointment of William T. (Bill) Mahoney as Managing Director effective immediately.