Heat Treatment Industry “Names in the News”
Heat Treatment Industry “Names in the News” On a regular basis “The Monty Heat Treat News” informs the industry about individuals in the industry making career changes-promotions, retirements, changes in direction-these are the individuals who make our headline for Friday, June 19th 2026; Steven Sumner Retiring; Steven has spent most of his…
Is There a Shortage of Large Pit Carburizing Capacity in North America? We Continue the Story
Is There a Shortage of Large Pit Carburizing Capacity in North America? We Continue the Story Earlier this year “The Monty Heat Treat News” had an in-depth article entitled; “Is There a Shortage of Large Pit Carburizing Capacity in North America?” . The story provoked such an avalanche of interest that we are providing regular updates on this…
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]
AMETEK Hughes-Treitler-a Story of Vacuum Aluminum Brazing
AMETEK Hughes-Treitler-a Story of Vacuum Aluminum Brazing The Aerospace Industry is built on the ability to deal with extremes. For example, at cruising altitudes, in the thinner air between 30,000 and 42,000 feet, the atmosphere outside of a commercial airplane can range from -20 °F to -67 °F. Meanwhile, well-maintained aircraft jet engines…
Bob Wyland, Rex Heat Treat Oct. 2, 1973 – July 1, 2025
Bob Wyland, Rex Heat Treat Oct. 2, 1973 – July 1, 2025 Our paths had crossed with Bob’s several times over the years, our hearts go out to his family. “Robert A. “Bob” Wyland, 51, of Antis Township, died unexpectedly late Tuesday night at UPMC Hamot in Erie. He was born in Johnstown, son of the late Gerald F. and Linda A. (Adams) Wyland. In…
New Titanium Drop Bottom Furnace Installation Underway
New Titanium Drop Bottom Furnace Installation Underway The foundation is now in place at Solar Atmospheres of Western PA for the installation of a state-of-the-art titanium drop bottom water quench furnace. Engineered for precision and performance, this new furnace is rated for a maximum operating temperature of 1850°F ±10°F and is designed to…
New Director of Sales for SECO/WARWICK USA
New Director of Sales for SECO/WARWICK USA “We are pleased to announce that Tom Hart has been promoted to Director of Sales for North America at SECO/WARWICK, USA. With over two decades of experience serving the precision manufacturing and heat treatment technology sectors — underscored by his leadership in industry groups, including the…
Manufacturer Explains “Why Low Pressure Carburizing”
Manufacturer Explains “Why Low Pressure Carburizing” Earlier this year furnace manufacturer “ECM” issued a “press release” about an order the company had received from gear supplier “SEW-Eurodrive” for a low-pressure carburizing (LPC) system. As a follow-up to that story we have this article from “SEW-Eurodrive” about why they…
Where are They Now-Georg Cluse
Where are They Now-Georg Cluse In the German heat treat market few are not familiar with Mr. Georg Cluse because of his ever present enthusiasm and his commanding physical presence. For many years he has worked with industry suppliers such as “Ipsen”, “SECO/WARWICK”and most recently with “Avion Europa”. We lost touch with Georg after he parted…
USA West Coast Heat Treater Acquired By Trive Capital
USA West Coast Heat Treater Acquired By Trive Capital “KAL Capital Advises Kittyhawk, Inc.’s Acquisition by Trive Capital” Trive Capital (“Trive”), the Dallas-based private equity firm, is excited to announce its recent investment into Kittyhawk, Inc. (“Kittyhawk” or the “Company”), a leading provider of Hot Isostatic Pressing (“HIP”) services…
High Efficiency Burners For Galvanizing Plant
High Efficiency Burners For Galvanizing Plant High-Efficiency and ultra-low-emission burner technology made by WS Wärmeprozesstechnik GmbH will heat thyssenkrupp’s newest hot-dip galvanizing plant in Dortmund, Germany. In the presence of NRW’s prime minister Hendrik Wüst, thyssenkrupp Steel recently inaugurated its newest hot-dip galvanizing…
USA Oven Manufacturer Appoints General Manager
USA Oven Manufacturer Appoints General Manager In the US Midwest Wisconsin Oven has promoted an employee of many years standing to the position of General Manager. “ Wisconsin Oven Corp., appointed Jeff Kent to the position of general manager. Kent has been with Wisconsin Oven for more than 35 years. His experience covers all areas of…
USA West Coast Heat Treater Sold
USA West Coast Heat Treater Sold “The Monty Heat Treat News” is looking forward to a formal press release about a commercial heat treater on the US West Coast being sold shortly before Christmas of 2022. The story tells us that this profitable, state of the art 2 location shop has entered the new year with new ownership. We expect to have the…
Shopping Cart Manufacturer Heat Treats In House
Shopping Cart Manufacturer Heat Treats In House “L&L Special Furnace Co. has shipped a dual-chamber heat-treating and tempering furnace to a leading global manufacturer of shopping carts and display cases located in the southeastern U.S. The equipment will play a supportive role in keeping key production equipment on-line along with thermal…
FPM Appoints General Manager
FPM Appoints General Manager FPM has just promoted a long standing employee to the position of GeneralManager. Ryan Schwanke has been with the company for 30 years and wasappointed GM just a few weeks ago-congratulations. Commercial heat treater FPM in the US Midwest is ranked as one of thelargest commercial heat treaters in North America by…