In high-performance engineering environments, material selection is a critical decision that can significantly affect performance, longevity, and cost-effectiveness. One class of materials that has earned a reputation for reliability under extreme conditions is Ni-Resist cast iron. What is Ni-Resist?Ni-Resist is a family of austenitic cast irons alloyed primarily with nickel, along with other elements like […]
Author Archives: Steve Shade
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May
May
When you hear “casting,” it’s easy to think of a raw metal product priced simply by its weight. But the truth is, castings aren’t commodities. In fact, castings are no more of a commodity than machined, forged, fabricated, or injection molded components. They’re complex, engineered parts with unique manufacturing challenges that can’t be distilled down […]
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Apr
Apr
As the severity and diversity of industrial processes increases, Severe Service Valves (SSVs) play an increasingly important role in isolating and controlling the various fluids used within them. Valves can be constructed with cast, wrought or forged components, but for cost efficiency, especially in large valves, castings are the most commonly used form of metal […]