AIR FURNACE HEAT TREATING
Dependable Heat Treating for a Wide Range of Applications
Air furnace heat treating is a versatile thermal processing method used to improve the strength, hardness, ductility, and overall performance of metal components. This process is commonly used for steels and other alloys that require controlled heating and cooling to achieve specific mechanical properties.
At ABS, we provide air furnace heat treating services for manufacturers across a wide range of industries. Whether you’re processing production parts or specialized components, our experienced team delivers consistent results, competitive turnaround times, and processing that meets your specifications.
Why Choose Air Furnace Heat Treating?
Air furnace heat treating is an effective solution for many applications that require controlled heating without the need for a protective atmosphere or vacuum. The process can improve material performance while preparing components for additional manufacturing or finishing operations.
Benefits include:
- Improved strength and hardness
- Enhanced ductility and toughness
- Consistent, repeatable processing
- Uniform heat distribution
- Suitable for a wide range of steel alloys
- Cost-effective thermal processing for many applications
Materials We Commonly Process
ABS performs air furnace heat treating on a variety of materials used throughout the manufacturing industry, including:
- Carbon steels
- Alloy steels
- Tool steels
- Stainless steels
- Cast steels
- Other heat-treatable ferrous alloys
Not sure if air furnace heat treating is the right process for your material? Our team can review your project requirements and recommend the best solution for your application.
Applications
Air furnace heat treating is commonly used for components that require improved mechanical properties and reliable performance.
Typical applications include:
Weldments
Structural components
Machine parts
Tooling
Fabricated assemblies
Industrial equipment
Production machined parts
Heavy-duty components
Frequently Asked Questions
What is air furnace heat treating?
Air furnace heat treating is a thermal processing method that heats metal components in a conventional furnace using the surrounding air as the processing environment. The process is used to improve mechanical properties such as strength, hardness, ductility, and toughness depending on the required heat treatment cycle.
What are the benefits of air furnace heat treating?
Air furnace heat treating provides consistent heating for a wide variety of metal components and is a cost-effective solution for many applications. It can improve material performance, relieve internal stresses, and prepare parts for additional manufacturing processes.
What materials can be processed using air furnace heat treating?
ABS commonly processes carbon steels, alloy steels, tool steels, stainless steels, cast steels, and other heat-treatable ferrous alloys. Our team can review your material specifications and recommend the most appropriate heat treating process.
What types of parts are commonly processed?
Air furnace heat treating is commonly used for weldments, fabricated assemblies, structural components, industrial machinery, tooling, heavy equipment parts, and precision machined components that require improved mechanical properties.
What is your typical turnaround time?
Most air furnace heat treating projects are completed within 5 to 7 business days, depending on the size, quantity, and processing requirements of the order. Rush processing is available for customers with critical production schedules.
How do I request a quote?
Simply send us your part drawings, material type, quantities, and any required processing specifications. Our team will review your project, answer any questions, and provide a competitive quote along with an estimated turnaround time.