Alloy Supplier Acquired
Pro-Tech was established in the Chicago, USA area in the 1980's to provide alloy components to the heat treatment industry. Over the years they have become reasonably well known in the industry which makes this news item rather interesting. Basically it says that the company has been acquired by a...
Ipsen celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2023. In a year that commemorated the past, Ipsen also achieved several notable accomplishments, including record revenue and significant growth.
Soaring aftermarket sales drive record revenue: Ipsen experienced exceptional performance in the aftermarket sector, achieving a 38 percent increase in replacement hot zone orders for both Ipsen and non-Ipsen furnaces compared to their previous record year. This surge in sales demonstrates Ipsen’s...
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]
American Heat Treating Alabama Appoints President
Commercial heat treater American Heat Treating Alabama in Anniston, Alabama very recently appointed Ms. Jennifer McPeek as President. Jennifer brings a lifetime of experience in the heat treatment industry in the US Southeast with her, having worked with companies such as Suncoast Heat Treating,...
Texas Heat Treater Moves into New Larger Location-Adds Equipment
Worldwide Heat Treat https://worldwideheattreat.com/ was founded by Mr. Robert Gutierrez a well known figure in the Texas heat treat industry several years ago as a commercial heat treater. Never one to let the grass grow under his feet Robert just 2 months ago moved into a new larger facility and...
SKF Removes Furnace Pilot Burners For Energy Savings
"Together, the rolling bearing manufacturer SKF Group and the hardening furnace manufacturer AICHELIN Service GmbH have investigated the operation of roller hearth furnaces at SKFs Schweinfurt site and developed a process to massively reduce CO2 emissions. Until now, most furnaces in the SKF...
Heat Treatment in Texas-Lone Star Heat Treating
Over the course of the past week we have featured several heat treaters in the Houston, Texas. USA heat treatment market and pointed out what should be obvious to everybody-everything in Texas is indeed bigger. A prime example of this would be fourth generation commercial heat treater “Lone Star...
Heat Treating in Texas is Different-Specialty Heat Treat
Texans are always very proud of the fact that everything in Texas is bigger and heat treating is no exception. To make a very broad generalization most heat treating in North America involves parts that weigh under 100 pounds, auto components, firearms, fasteners, aerospace parts to name a few but...
“The Monty” Visits Top 50 Heat Treater in Texas
On an annual basis since 1997 “The Monty Heat Treat News” has been putting together a list of the largest commercial heat treaters in North America and on this list we find Lark Heat Treating in Houston, Texas https://www.larkheat.com/ which is the subject of this news item. While Gord Montgomery...
KGO to Install 3 Gas Nitriding Furnaces in the US Midwest
“KGO has recently sold 3 gas nitriding furnaces to 3 different locations in the Midwest United States. The furnaces feature the unique control system developed by KGO and Stange. These 3 furnaces will make 25 total KGO furnaces throughout North America. The furnaces are currently being installed and...
We’re Saved-IHEA Monthly Executive Economic Report
Perhaps we're exaggerating slightly but the IHEA (Industrial Heating Equipment Association) monthly economic report for August is the most positive we have seen for quite some time. This is the condensed version; There has been a remarkable level of economic turnaround taking place in the last...
Grieve Delivers Oven To Fire Arms Heat Treater
This Grieve oven is a 1250°F (667°C) inert atmosphere oven, currently used for heat treating firearms components at the customer’s facility. Workspace dimensions of this oven measure 48” W x 48” D x 36” H. 30 KW are installed in Incoloy sheathed tubular heating elements, while a 1400 CFM, 1-1/2 HP...
Commercial Heat Treater Nitrex Continues Expansion in China
Commercial heat treater Nitrex who is ranked as one of the largest commercial heat treaters in North America by “The Monty” https://themonty.com/project/largest-north-american-commercial-heat-treats-august-2020/ continues with their very ambitious expansion plans. August 27th of this year the firm...
Rohde Schutzgasöfen GmbH Delivers Salt Recovery Unit To U.S. Manufacturer
Rohde Schutzgasöfen GmbH is pleased to announce the delivery of an SRU 80 to a captive heat treater located in North West, USA. The SRU 80 will be used to recover quench salt from an austempering process and reduce the overall salt expenses each month. There are additional details below along with...
Nitrogen: Time for a New Game Plan
The recent pandemic forced many companies into survival mode: reducing head-count, cutting costs where possible and establishing new health and safety protocols, all while trying their best to carry on with business as usual. But what about the next crisis? Will your company revert to survival mode,...