by Kam Olaogun | Apr 24, 2017 | Aluminum, Application Note, Hot Rolling
This is part 1 of a 4-part application note that covers the Aluminum Hot Rolling Mill – stay tuned for more posts.Application Overview:Before heading to the rolling stands, a large ingot of aluminum is heated in a furnace for hours to days. Ingots need to be...
by Kam Olaogun | Feb 16, 2017 | Aluminum
Temperature Control in the Hot Rolling MillAluminum sheet and plate products are used for a wide range of applications, including can stock, brazing, automotive and aerospace. These industries demand exacting tolerances and precise mechanical properties, particularly...
by Jonathan Stronach | Aug 8, 2016 | Aluminum, Forging, Pyrometer, Steel
For the forging and extrusion industries, there are two temperature measurements that should be made. The first is the temperature of the billet as it is being heated – to make sure that the heating system heats it to the correct temperature value, and the second is...
by Kam Olaogun | Apr 6, 2015 | Aluminum, Forging, Steel
The forging industry has a broad range of manufacturing processes, making many different types of products. From aerospace fasteners and the automotive industry to hardware and tools, forged products can be found just about everywhere you look. The Forging Industry...
