|


change

|  CONTACT US

Text goes here
Articles.
Bodycote is leading its sector in the transition to low carbon heat treatment

Bodycote is leading its sector in the transition to low carbon heat treatment

The race to decarbonise our energy-intensive industries no longer a distant goal—it’s a business imperative. The UK’s 

read more
2560 1920 jim
The effects of low temperature carbon diffusion on stainless steel

The effects of low temperature carbon diffusion on stainless steel

Stainless steels along with nickel based alloys are often selected for many applications in corrosive environments. While resistance to corrosion makes them a favourable choice, poor tribological behaviour may prevent…

read more
2362 2496 jim
Embracing green manufacturing -The environmental advantages of low pressure carburising over traditional carburising techniques

Embracing green manufacturing -The environmental advantages of low pressure carburising over traditional carburising techniques

Introduction As industries worldwide continue to prioritise sustainability and environmental responsibility, innovative manufacturing techniques that minimise environmental impact are increasingly in demand. In the field of 

read more
2250 1500 jim
Enhancing the food and beverage industry with Kolsterising®

Enhancing the food and beverage industry with Kolsterising®

Introduction The food and beverage industry requires high-performance materials to withstand the demanding processing conditions and maintain strict hygiene standards. Kolsterising® is a unique surface hardening technology developed by Bodycote,…

read more
1925 1100 jim
HVOF: A REACH-compliant alternative to hexavalent chrome with environmental benefits

HVOF: A REACH-compliant alternative to hexavalent chrome with environmental benefits

  Hexavalent chrome, also known as chromium (VI), has been widely used in various industries for its exceptional corrosion resistance and durability. However, its toxic nature poses significant risks to…

read more
1925 1100 jim
Questions and answers concerning cavitation erosion

Questions and answers concerning cavitation erosion

What is cavitation erosion? Cavitation erosion is an effect of surface deterioration and surface material loss, mostly in hydraulic machinery and the associated components. Pressure differences in high-velocity liquids can…

read more
960 521 jim
Salt bath nitriding: environmental concerns and sustainable alternatives

Salt bath nitriding: environmental concerns and sustainable alternatives

Salt bath nitriding has long been a popular surface treatment process in the metalworking industry, primarily used to enhance wear resistance, corrosion protection, fatigue strength and a cosmetic black finish.…

read more
1920 834 Gerard.Radford@bodycote.com
How can we ensure 3D printed metal parts are service ready for critical applications?

How can we ensure 3D printed metal parts are service ready for critical applications?

Once a 3D printed metal part is produced, the component is often far from ready to be used for its intended purpose, particularly applications in safety-critical industries with stringent quality…

read more
2560 1709 jim
Why use Electron Beam Welding to join metals?

Why use Electron Beam Welding to join metals?

Electron beam welding (EBW) is a fusion welding process that uses a beam of high velocity electrons to produce a high integrity weld. A concentrated beam of high energy electrons…

read more
1920 1056 jim
What is ion implantation?

What is ion implantation?

Historically, the first ion implanter was helium based, constructed and operated in 1911 at Cavendish Laboratory in Cambridge by Ernest Rutherford and his students. In 1949, Shockley filed for a…

read more
1920 1124 jim
Why is there some degree of porosity in most metal alloy castings?

Why is there some degree of porosity in most metal alloy castings?

The process by which molten metal freezes in a shaped casting is a complex process.  The first metal to freeze at the mold’s surface is typically fine grained and dense due to chilling…

read more
1920 851 jim
The frequently asked questions of Kolsterising ®

The frequently asked questions of Kolsterising ®

Articles The frequently asked questions of Kolsterising ® Kolsterising ®, proprietary to Bodycote, is a technology that greatly improves the mechanical properties of corrosion-resistant materials. Some of the more commonly asked questions from…

read more
1920 1429 jim
What is galling?

What is galling?

Galling is a type of mechanical wear caused by a combination of friction and adhesion between sliding surfaces typically under a compressive load.   It is the result of tearing and…

read more
1600 1200 jim
How does one achieve optimum results with Corr-I-Dur®?

How does one achieve optimum results with Corr-I-Dur®?

The achievable surface hardness mainly depends on the base material. Alloying elements such as chrome and aluminium lead to higher hardness. The Nitriding depth depends on customer requirements. Also the…

read more
1920 834 jim
Decarbonising aerospace – The role of thermal processing

Decarbonising aerospace – The role of thermal processing

Articles Decarbonising aerospace - The role of thermal processing At the Paris Airshow last week, one theme came through loud and clear: sustainability  is no longer a side conversation in…

read more
1920 1080 Gerard.Radford@bodycote.com
Case study: Driving the green energy transition with Specialist Technologies

Case study: Driving the green energy transition with Specialist Technologies

Articles Salt bath nitriding: environmental concerns and sustainable alternatives In 2023, Bodycote began work on a major new multi-year contract to provide efficient processing of automotive parts destined for hybrid…

read more
2000 1333 Gerard.Radford@bodycote.com