Look around you. You live in a world that contains raw materials that are formed and produced into the products you use and the homes you live in. One of the most widely available metals in the world is aluminum. It is the second most abundant element in the environment as we use it in…
The deoxidation of copper alloys involves removing the oxygen using a chemical process, usually other metals. As the oxygen and other gases are removed from the metal, certain properties are either enhanced or decreased. For example, when Phosphor is added to bronze alloys, it reacts by removing the oxygen content from the metal which can…
You may have heard that Babbitt alloys are commonly used for ball bearings, but did you also know that it can be used as metal wire for spray applications. When Babbitt is used in a spray application, the deposition rate and speed are increased, resulting in faster production, less waste and less cost. Benefits of…
When it comes to Babbitt metal, this soft metal has amazing properties when used as a bearing material. Manufacturers can use Babbitt metal to perform bearing repairs or to create new bearings that are lined with this material. It can bond to steel, cast iron and bronze as it has fluid forming capabilities. It is…