The demands on vacuum-hardening technology have changed in recent decades. One of the most important considerations that must be met is the accomplishment of highest dimensional stability with optimal microstructural properties and minimal change of the surface of the workpieces. Minimizing exposure to air during the heat treatment by reducing the quantity of oxygen in […]
EndoFlex generator chosen for fastener heat treatment
UPC-Marathon, Quebec,, a Nitrex company, has commissioned a 100 M3H EndoFlex endothermic gas generator for a South American manufacturer of industrial fasteners. This is a repeat customer that has UPC-Marathon‘s gas panels, flowmeters, oxygen probes, and Protherm plant automation software installed in their heat treatment operations. With the addition of the EndoFlex generator, they will […]
Constellium to provide closed-loop recycling for the all-new Megane E-TECH Electric
Constellium, Paris, announced today its agreement with Renault Group to establish a closed-loop recycling process for the all-new Megane E-TECH Electric. Aluminum, lightweight and fully recyclable, is the material of choice for the electrification of the automotive fleet, and Constellium is well-positioned to support this transition with advanced products and solutions. Renault Group has developed […]
Dr. Kathy Hayrynen awarded the 2023 Fred Linebarger teaching award
Dr. Kathy Hayrynen, FASM, vice president of research and development, Aalberts Surface Technologies, Cleveland, has been awarded the 2023 Fred Linebarger Teaching Award by the Cast Iron Division of the American Foundry Society Technical Council. The award was established in 2015 and honors the late Dr. Fred Linebarger (Director of Technology for Miller & CO) […]
Norman Noble opens new corporate headquarters
Norman Noble, Highland Heights, Ohio, a medical device contract manufacturer, announced it has officially opened their new corporate headquarters at 5500 Avion Park Drive. The new 51,000-square-foot facility on 12.35 acres accommodates the sales, estimating, and purchasing departments, and includes collaboration rooms, conference rooms, a learning center, and future manufacturing and product development space. As […]