Nivox®

Nivox® processes represent a group of Bodycote patented plasma based diffusion treatments such as nitriding or nitrocarburising for various steel grades, in particular stainless steel, as well as nickel base and titanium alloys. The treatment significantly improves surface hardness and resistance against abrasive wear. The gentle process prevents distortion and dimensional changes. Depending on the process, pure nitriding – with or without compound layer – or nitrocarburising to improve the component properties can be applied.

The special process technique of Nivox® also allows for the surface hardening of corrosion resistant materials by nitriding or nitrocarburising, creating the so called S-Phase that can be mainly found in the nuclear power industry, as well as in mechanical engineering and aeronautics. The corrosion resistance of the treated components is mainly unaffected and guarantees optimal mechanical, wear and corrosion properties.