Hardness Factor
5 Ways to Measure the Hardness of Materials
Knowing the hardness of materials is extremely useful as it assists in the selection of appropriate materials for specific applications....
10 Key Benefits of Case Hardened Steel
Among other benefits, case hardened steels provide a hard, outer surface with a soft ductile core, with the capacity for toughness and the...
A Look at High Nitrogen Stainless Steels
High nitrogen stainless steels are an increasingly suitable substitute for nickel. Nitrogen can improve corrosion resistance and the...
Beryllium Copper Alloys vs Steel: Which Metal Works Harder?
The addition of 2% beryllium to copper makes the alloy almost 600% stronger than copper. BeCu alloys outperform steel where a combination...
How Quenching Improves the Performance of Metals
The quenching of metals is used in the manufacture of various types of steel. The metallurgical processes involved in quenching can enhance...