“The Monty” Interviews “Jim Fairbairn”, “Bodycote” CEO
In an industry exclusive "The Monty Heat Treat News" had the very distinct privilege of interviewing "Mr. Jim Fairbairn", CEO of the world's largest commercial heat treater-"Bodycote". GM; “Hopefully Jim is OK, we North Americans tend to be fairly casual when it comes to the use of a first name....
Tom Flynn, Erie Steel Heat Treating 1948-2025
"Thomas P. Flynn "Gentleman Mr. Flynn" "Johnny Fights" 76 of Temperance, Michigan, passed away, Sunday, May 4, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Tom was born on October 24 1948, in Flint, Michigan, and was the son of Philip and Helen (Koval) Flynn. Tom was a 1966 graduate from Central Catholic...
Used Furnace And Equipment Listings
“The Monty” has one of the largest listings for used heat treating equipment in North America. Below you will find our two most recent additions and also a categorized listing by furnace type. If you don’t find what you are looking for let us know and we will find it for you. Have equipment to sell? We are here to find you a buyer, just drop a line to [email protected]
Largest US Privately Held Heat Treater To Add Location
In a story coming from an independent source but verified by Mr. Bill Jones, CEO of "Solar Atmospheres" (the largest privately owned commercial heat treater in North America) "The Monty Heat Treat News" has learned that "Solar Atmospheres" will be adding a seventh US location. The company recently...
Italian Company Adding More Heat Treat Capacity
For over 30 years "CITT Trattamenti Termici" has been offering both captive and commercial heat treating. Located in the town of Usmate Velate the firm has been part Colombo Special Fasteners since 2019 and over the past two years has made substantial investments in additional equipment and a new...
Bruce Favors-The Industry Loses a Legend
It is with great regret that we mention the passing of Mr. Bruce Favors, an individual who helped shape the heat treatment industry in North America. Bruce started in the commercial heat treatment industry in Michigan in his early years and later moved to South Carolina where he worked alongside...
“The Monty Heat Treat News” May 2025 Edition
"The Monty Heat Treat News" May 2025 Edition is now available by clicking on the link below. This 95 page issue offers the most up to date news and trends in the global heat treatment industry. Some highlights in this issue include; Heat Treat Industry Acquisition-“Monty Exclusive”! European...
Heat Treat Industry Supplier Announces Promotions
"Nitrex/UPC-Marathon announces the promotions of Kurt Willms to Sales Director, Americas and Asia, and Marcin Stoklosa to Sales Director, Europe–Middle East, as the company reinforces its commitment to in-person customer engagement and deep technical support. “These promotions are part of a larger...
Furnace Builders Jointly Exhibit at Defense Exhibition
May 1, 2 & 3 saw the 5th AeroDef India Manufacturing Expo 2025 in New Delhi, India-AeroDef is an exhibition and conference dedicated to Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing. Amongst those exhibiting was Hightemp Aerospace Pvt. Ltd. in partnership with VAC AERO International and SS Automation...
The Monty Heat Treat News February 2023 Edition
The link below will take you to the February 2023 edition of “The Monty Heat Treat News”-for over 25 years the largest source of heat treatment news and trends in the world. The Monty Heat Treat News February 2023 Edition In this exciting 80 plus page edition you will the absolute latest news from...
MTI Educational Foundation Scholarship Application Process NOW OPEN
Every industry is hungry for the next generation of workers. The Metal Treating Institute launched its new career recruitment website in 2022, HeatTreatCareers.com. It is a central digital resource for anyone looking for a career can see what heat treating is, the impact of heat treating and why...
Ipsen USA Promotes Dan Binz to Operations Manager
Furnace builder Ipsen who we are sure needs no introduction has promoted a very experienced employee to the position of Operations Manager at their Rockford, IL, USA facility. Dan Binz has served in a variety of positions at the company and just recently was promoted to the post of Operations...
Vacuum Furnace Builder Appoints New COO
Centorr Vacuum Industries, a very specialized builder of new vacuum furnaces has just promoted a long time employee to the position of Chief Operating Officer. “Centorr Vacuum Industries, headquartered in Nashua, New Hampshire, USA, has promoted Randy Fellbaum to the position of Chief Operating...
Is Heat Treating one of the Most Physical Jobs in America?
For what it is worth a recent survey came up with the 50 most physical jobs in America, the results of which can be found at 50 most physical jobs in America | Entertainment News | wfmz.com. For what it is worth the individuals who put together this ranking claim it was based upon information...
Vacuum Furnace Builder Makes Management Changes
Headquartered in Burlington, Ontario, Canada, Vac Aero International Inc., is an international supplier of vacuum furnaces, heat treat, and specialized coating services with plants in both Ontario and Québec. The 64 year old company is one of the largest commercial heat treaters in North America (as...