Doyon, who has been with the company for 38 years, continues to serve as the only nonfamily member on the parent company board. He remains actively involved with the Inductotherm Group, pursuing new business avenues and opportunities and assisting with specific operational needs of other businesses owned by the Rowan family.
Bringing together 40 companies with 38 manufacturing facilities located in 19 countries, Inductotherm Group manufactures thermal processing equipment used in the melting, heating, heat treating, forging, galvanizing, coating, cutting, and welding of metals.”
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Last week we had an interesting news item about Interpower Induction acquiring KVA Induction, a story which can be found at https://themonty.com/interpower-induction-adds-kva-induction-to-its-group-of-companies/
What this visit revealed to us was a growing, innovative Induction heating supplier who might not be the largest in the industry but certainly one with some very good ideas, a very well established customer base and a global reach.
“Global Reach” refers to the fact that the firm has several locations in Michigan in the USA along with a facility in the UK to service the European market and a large facility in India which is growing by leaps and bounds.
At a later date we will have a more complete profile of the company but for the time being we will stick with this summary and these photos https://www.interpowerinduction.com/
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Parker Hornung, Service Engineer, Gary Gariglio, President
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“Nitrex continues to set the standard in stainless steel nitriding with the successful installation of a third advanced system at Asimco Shuanghuan Piston Ring (Yizheng) Co., Ltd. This latest addition highlights Asimco’s commitment to enhancing production capabilities and reinforcing their leadership in producing piston rings that maximize engine performance and durability across a range of applications, including automotive, commercial vehicles, construction machinery, and marine sectors. The company is renowned for supplying piston rings to leading OEMs worldwide, including Cummins and its joint venture companies.
With an annual production capacity of 180 million pieces and over 4,800 different varieties and specifications, Asimco leverages Nitrex’s NITREG®-S technology to achieve an unparalleled engine matching surface rate. This advanced stainless steel nitriding technology ensures optimal fit and performance of piston rings within engine components, which is crucial for maximizing engine efficiency and longevity. A high engine matching surface rate indicates precise alignment with engine cylinder surfaces, leading to improved performance, efficiency, and durability.
Last fall, Asimco strategically planned to expand its production capacity by integrating a third Nitrex compact furnace, the NXK-812 model, with a 1,200 kg (2,600 lbs.) load capacity and NITREG®-S technology. This new system, identical to those installed in 2018 and 2021, will further enhance their nitriding capabilities. NITREG®-S technology augments wear resistance, corrosion resistance, fatigue strength, surface hardness, and dimensional stability of piston rings, while reducing friction. These improvements result in better sealing, lower oil consumption, and overall enhanced engine efficiency and durability.
Installation of the latest system commenced on June 24, 2024, with production starting in July 2024. Tao Liu, Sales Manager at Nitrex China, commented, “The addition of the NXK-812 furnace aligns with Asimco Shuanghuan’s objectives to boost production volume and ensure precision and reliability in high-volume manufacturing. This move reflects Asimco’s ongoing trust in Nitrex’s advanced technology and consistent performance. During the startup phase, the Nitrex team effectively managed all on-site adjustments, ensuring a seamless and successful operation for piston ring nitriding. Asimco’s feedback has been highly positive, highlighting their satisfaction with the furnace’s performance and Nitrex’s technical support.”
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“Aalberts Surface Technologies UK is continuing it’s investment with another plasma nitrider, we are thrilled to announce the addition of a further Plasma Nitriding furnace at our Telford site. The furnace significantly enhances our overall capacity and capability, representing further growth within our UK operations.
Plasma Nitriding significantly enhances wear resistance, fatigue strength, and corrosion resistance of the treated parts. This translates to longer tool life, reduced maintenance costs, and improved performance in demanding applications. Our customers can expect a noticeable improvement in the durability and efficiency of their press tools. Plasma Nitriding can also be applied as an environmentally friendlier alternative to Chrome Plating, offering a superior end result performance.”
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“Bodycote, the world’s largest thermal processing services provider, has begun production for its previously reported expansion of Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP) services in Greenville, South Carolina, USA.
In recognition of the growing market for additive manufacturing and the associated need for high-quality HIP processing, Bodycote commissioned additional HIP capacity to service the development and processing of advanced materials. Bodycote’s Greenville, SC plant is a Nadcap-accredited site and holds several core OEM approvals.
The site consists of numerous vacuum furnaces, aluminum heat treatment, EDM, and other capabilities well suited to support additive manufacturing customers. The Greenville site serves the aerospace, defense, power generation, medical and general industrial customers throughout the Southeastern region. With Greenville’s additional HIP capacity now in full production, Bodycote addresses the rising customer demand for highly reliable additive manufacturing post-processing.
The capacity is well situated near key customers and other Bodycote locations to simplify the supply chain and reduce transportation. This continued investment is part of Bodycote’s commitment to align resources to serve the North American market. Bodycote operates the world’s largest network of HIP equipment. Having established industry expertise over decades, Bodycote has more than 50 HIP vessels of varying sizes in multiple locations. Processing capability can accommodate components nominally up to 6.5ft in diameter by 12ft high, and weighing over 30,000kg.”
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We regret to mention that Mr. Harry Hall, one of the best known individuals in the North American commercial heat treating industry passed away Saturday August 3, 2024. Harry was President and Owner of Aberfoyle Metal Treating in Aberfoyle, Ontario, Canada from 1989-2015, Aberfoyle was and continues to be one of the most unique commercial heat treaters in North America. Harry was very active in MTI (Metal Treating Institute) the foremost organization in North America for commercial heat treaters. We at “The Monty” will always remember him as a “good” man.
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Each week “The Monty Heat Treat News” looks at the Top 3 news items for the previous week based upon reader interest. For the week starting July 29th 2024 these were the top 3 news stories;
Supplier Named in Faulty Heat Treating of Ball Studs; Recently “The Monty Heat Treat News” posted a news item entitled “Experimental Heat Treatment Leads to Recall” https://themonty.com/experimental-heat-treatment-leads-to-recall/ While it served as yet another reminder of how important heat treating is to the manufacturing process it was rather short on details. This update provides some more information and identifies the supplier involved. The complete story can be found at “Trucking Info” https://www.truckinginfo.com/10225435/recall-nearly-8-000-paccar-and-navistar-trucks-may-have-steering-defect Heat Treatment Names in the News; On a regular basis “The Monty” offers “Heat Treatment Names in the News”, a compilation of individuals in the heat treatment industry who have made recent changes. These names make our list for the week of July 30, 2024. https://themonty.com/heat-treatment-names-in-the-news-6/
“Zimmer GmbH Kunststofftechnik, part of the Zimmer Group, Rheinau, Germany, has invested in an additional vacuum sintering and debinding furnace. By adding this furnace to its production facilities, the company reports that it is increasing its operational efficiency and expanding its Metal Injection Molding (MIM) material portfolio.
The new sintering furnace can reach temperatures of up to 1,550°C in an argon atmosphere and enables sintering under vacuum, partial pressure and overpressure. The flexible atmosphere selection means that various gases such as nitrogen, argon or hydrogen can be used.
With a usable space of 188 litres, the furnace expands the company’s previous production capacity. In addition, titanium and titanium alloys can now be processed more efficiently, opening new manufacturing possibilities for customers.
Zimmer GmbH Kunststofftechnik offers a range of process technologies, from plastic injection molding to elastomer technology and MIM.”
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“SINC Thermal, a leading manufacturer of industrial melting furnaces and ovens, has announced that it will expand in O’Fallon, Missouri, investing $4 million and creating 25 new jobs. The company’s expansion includes the relocation of its sales, administrative, and manufacturing operations to a new facility.
“We’ve seen explosive growth over the past few years, which initiated an extensive search for a new location,” said Joe Slattery, President and COO of SINC Thermal. “Our new, consolidated facility in O’Fallon will allow us to successfully address the current needs of our customers and position us for future growth. We looked at several locations in the Greater St. Louis region and it was very clear from the start that Mayor Bill Hennessey and the Select O’Fallon Team were serious about getting businesses like ours into their community, and making sure we had what we needed to hit the ground running.”
“Our state continues to stand out as a prime location for leading manufacturers to invest, grow, and create jobs,” said Governor Mike Parson. “It’s exciting to see yet another Missouri-made business like SINC Thermal thriving in the St. Louis region. We look forward to the company’s continued success in O’Fallon as it expands and strengthens the area’s vibrant manufacturing sector.”
SINC Thermal previously housed its operations in two Missouri counties, but significant recent growth led to a need for a consolidated facility. The company’s new O’Fallon location, spanning 15,000 square feet, will allow for continued growth and enhanced efficiency.”
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