At Belmont Metals, we’re dedicated to delivering cutting-edge metals and alloys that empower metal buyers and engineers like you to innovate. Today, we’re thrilled to spotlight Scalmalloy, a groundbreaking aluminum-magnesium-scandium alloy that’s revolutionizing additive manufacturing. With its superior Scalmalloy properties, this high-performance material is ideal for demanding applications across industries. Whether you’re exploring Scalmalloy for…

At Belmont Metals (www.belmontmetals.com), we specialize in providing copper master alloys and custom solutions to metal buyers and engineers like you. This month, we’re exploring innovative uses of copper master alloys in alloy additions, highlighting how these versatile materials are driving advancements across various sectors. Copper master alloys play a crucial role in modern metallurgy,…

Commonly used as a bearing material, Grade 2 Babbitt has valuable anti-friction properties, making it compatible with high-speed, high-load applications. Although traditional formulations are extremely reliable, adding just a small percentage of nickel enhances hardness, fatigue strength, and wear resistance. In this article, we reveal how nickel improves these properties and which of these applications…

Bismuth, which is non-toxic and compliant with environmental regulations, is an important additive to copper and tin alloys. However, recent Chinese export controls have spiked prices and restricted bismuth supplies, forcing manufacturers to reevaluate sources and alloy formations. This article will explore the role of bismuth and identify potential substitutes. Bismuth’s Role in Copper and…