The race to decarbonise our energy-intensive industries no longer a distant goal—it’s a business imperative. The UK’s
read moreIntroduction As industries worldwide continue to prioritise sustainability and environmental responsibility, innovative manufacturing techniques that minimise environmental impact are increasingly in demand. In the field of heat treatment, low pressure carburising (LPC) offers significant environmental advantages over traditional carburising techniques. This article will explore the benefits of LPC and how it contributes to a greener, more…
read moreSalt bath nitriding has long been a popular surface treatment process in the metalworking industry, primarily used to enhance wear resistance, corrosion protection, fatigue strength and a cosmetic black finish. The process typically involves immersing components in a molten salt bath containing a mixture of alkali cyanides, cyanites, carbonates, and other nitrogenous compounds. This treatment…
read moreArticles Decarbonising aerospace - The role of thermal processing At the Paris Airshow last week, one theme came through loud and clear: sustainability is no longer a side conversation in aerospace. It is now front and centre. Whether the topic was propulsion systems, materials innovation or advanced manufacturing, sustainability was woven through every part of…
read moreIn 2023, Bodycote began work on a major new multi-year contract to provide efficient processing of automotive parts destined for hybrid vehicles, using
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