Air Products, Lehigh Valley, Pa., announces that Tom Philips, senior metallurgical engineer at Air Products, will present “Atmosphere Troubleshooting and Solutions to Common Heat Treating Problems” at the Heat Treating Solutions Center on Tuesday, September 17, at 11:00 a.m. This troubleshooting guide will review years of field experience with nitrogen- and hydrogen-based atmosphere systems. Metals processors attending this presentation will learn how to diagnose common atmosphere-related problems, such as oxidation, decarburization, and sooting, and will be offered practical tips to help solve these problems.
At the company’s booth, Air Products will highlight its range of industrial gases, which are available in a variety of supply modes to meet each customer’s requirements efficiently and cost-effectively. The company also offers technical support, such as process audits and troubleshooting. In addition, it provides metal processing solutions, including extended belt life with Air Products’Atmosphere Humidification System, accelerated cooling for sinter-hardening, oxygen-free carburizing using plasma activation, and plasma-activated nitriding of stainless steels.
Show attendees are invited to stop by Air Products booth 1812, where they can see a new video demonstrating the company’s plasma gas injector for activation of heat treating furnace atmospheres. Air Products will also have specialists available at the booth to speak with metals processors about their specific heat treating challenges. Beyond gases and equipment, Air Products has the technical knowledge and industry experience to help metals processors lower costs, increase productivity, and enhance product quality.
