The effects of various subcooling and tempering cycles on martempered L3 steel were investigated with changes in specimen length tracked throughout the treatments. All length changes were measured relative to the original, as-martempered state. The study included four treatment protocols, each maintaining a total tempering time of 10 hours at 120 °C (250 °F), though distributed differently […]
Wisconsin Oven Corporation, East Troy, Wisconsin announced the shipment of a custom electrically heated batch oven to a major space exploration company. The system will be used to stress relieve titanium components and is equipped with a powered load/unload table to support automated processing. Designed for a maximum operating temperature of 1,250°F, the oven delivers […]
Constellium, Paris, France announced the extension of its long-term agreement with Embraer to supply advanced aluminum materials, including its proprietary aluminum-lithium alloy, Airware. The renewed partnership will continue to support Embraer’s Commercial Aviation, Executive Jets, and Defense & Security divisions. Under the agreement, Constellium will provide high-performance aluminum products designed to meet the aerospace industry’s […]
Harper International, Buffalo, New York announced that it has been selected by Fujian Fuwei Advanced Material Co., Ltd. to supply a commercial-scale carbonization line for carbon fiber manufacturing. The equipment is scheduled for delivery to Fujian Fuwei’s facility in Yong’an City, Fujian Province in February 2026. The turn-key thermal processing system includes three-meter-wide oxidation ovens, […]
Solar Atmospheres, Hermitage, Pennsylvania announced the start of installation for a new titanium drop bottom water quench furnace at its Western PA facility. The furnace is engineered for high-performance heat treatment of titanium components, with a maximum operating temperature of 1850°F ±10°F. Designed to process loads up to 7,500 pounds, the furnace chamber measures 14 […]
