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Heat Treat Today offers News Chatter, a feature highlighting representative moves, transactions, and kudos from around the industry. Enjoy these 26 news items, including Boeing’s addition of vacuum furnace capacity to expand in-house heat treating for aerospace components, Solar Atmospheres’ role in supporting thermal processing for materials used in NASA’s Artemis II mission, Aalberts surface technologies’ renewal of Nadcap certification for another 24 months, and more!

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Equipment

1. HWI, a member of Calderys Group, has opened a new lightweight monolithics production facility in Fulton, Missouri to expand manufacturing capacity for refractory materials used in high-temperature industrial applications. The facility increases supply and shortens lead times for furnace-lining materials critical to sectors like petrochemicals, aluminum, and power generation, enabling more reliable operations and supporting larger-scale projects.

2. Retech, a U.S.-based member of the SECO/WARWICK Group, is supplying two vacuum induction melting (VIM) casting systems to support production of turbine components used in power generation. The systems are designed to produce advanced alloys with controlled microstructures for components operating under demanding thermal and mechanical conditions.

3. Solar Atmospheres has installed and commissioned a new 10-bar vacuum furnace at its Fontana, California, further expanding the company’s high-pressure vacuum heat treating capacity in the western United States. The system enables vacuum heat treating and high-pressure quenching of large components essential to high-performance applications across aerospace and other critical industries.

4. Kanthal, an Alleima company, has opened a new service center in Concord, North Carolina, adding U.S.-based production and service capabilities for silicon carbide heating elements used in high-temperature industrial applications across industries such as electronics, glass, and steel manufacturing.

5. A Thai aerospace manufacturer has ordered a vacuum furnace from SECO/WARWICK to support heat treatment and vacuum brazing of high-performance alloys used in aircraft engine blades. The additional system expands production capacity and process control for critical materials like titanium and nickel alloys, strengthening the manufacturer’s ability to meet aerospace demand for high-precision, high-temperature components.

6. Thermcraft, a U.S.-based manufacturer of thermal processing equipment serving global markets, has completed the system for an application requiring materials to be tested under vibration while held at high temperature. The system was engineered to maintain a stable and uniform thermal environment while allowing measurement systems to interact directly with the test sample.

7. Bodycote, a global provider of advanced heat treatment and specialist thermal processing services, is improving heat treat efficiency and reducing process costs by generating hydrogen on-site at its Rancho Dominguez, California, facility. The system, developed in partnership with Hgen, supports controlled-atmosphere heat treatment and brazing operations for aerospace, automotive, energy, and defense applications while reducing reliance on delivered industrial gas.

8. Vacu-Braze, a commercial heat treater specializing in vacuum heat treating and brazing, has added a large-capacity nitriding furnace to support processing of oversized components requiring enhanced surface hardness, wear resistance, and fatigue performance.

9. Bodycote announced plans to open a new heat treatment facility in Apodaca, Mexico, expanding regional capacity for case hardening and nitriding processes used in automotive, industrial, and medical components. The additional capacity is expected to support growing manufacturing activity by improving supply chain responsiveness and access to localized thermal processing services.

10. A manufacturer has ordered a vacuum furnace system from SECO/WARWICK designed to consolidate multiple heat treating processes — including quenching, tempering, and cryogenic treatment — into a single unit for small arms component production. By replacing several standalone systems with one integrated solution, the furnace streamlines thermal processing, reduces labor and equipment needs, and improves efficiency and repeatability for high-precision manufacturing in the firearms sector.

11. Boeing is adding vacuum furnace capacity at its Tube, Duct and Reservoir Center in Algona, Washington, to expand in-house heat treating capability for aerospace tube and duct assemblies. The system, supplied by Vac-Aero International, is intended to address production needs across commercial and defense aerospace programs.

12. SMS group has received an order from Huzhou Hatebur Precision Forging Co., Ltd. to supply an SMS Elotherm induction bar heating machine for its forging operations. The system will be used to heat billets prior to forming, supporting more efficient and consistent production of precision components such as bearings and automotive parts. The investment reflects continued adoption of induction-based thermal processing to improve process control and energy efficiency in the forging industry.

13. Hirschvogel has partnered with SMS group, along with image-processing specialist Sightwise, to implement an AI-based automated inspection system for closed-die forgings at its Denklingen, Germany facility. The system replaces manual visual checks with fully automated, data-driven quality control — using robotics, high-resolution imaging, and synthetic data modeling — to improve inspection speed, reduce errors, and advance digitalization in forging production for automotive and other high-performance applications.

14. A custom vacuum induction melting (VIM) furnace has been delivered to support the controlled processing of advanced alloys, strengthening material quality for high-spec industries such as aerospace and energy. The system was supplied by SECO/WARWICK, which engineered the solution to meet specific production requirements. The technology is expected to support downstream heat treatment processes by improving alloy cleanliness, consistency, and performance.

Company & Personnel

15. G.S. Precision has acquired Lush Heat Treatment Ltd. and Headwater Precision, Inc., expanding its capabilities across machining, coatings, and thermal processing while extending its footprint in North America and Europe. The additions integrate heat treating and advanced manufacturing services under one platform, strengthening support for aerospace, defense, and other high-spec industries that rely on tightly controlled production of mission-critical components.

16. NUTEC Inc., a manufacturer of industrial insulation and fire protection products, has acquired ETS Schaefer LLC, a supplier of monolithic ceramic fiber insulation, expanding its capabilities in the high-temperature insulation segment. The acquisition strengthens NUTEC’s ability to support furnace and thermal processing operations with integrated insulation solutions, improving performance and efficiency for industries that rely on high-temperature environments. The company will operate as NUTEC ETS SCHAEFER under the leadership of Brian Bradley, recently named general manager of this wholly owned subsidiary of NUTEC.

17. Assan Alüminyum, through its subsidiary Kibar Americas, has acquired an aluminum foil production facility in Fairmont, West Virginia, marking its entry as a local producer in the U.S. market. The investment strengthens the company’s global footprint and improves its ability to serve North American clients with foil products for automotive, HVAC, packaging, and industrial applications, supporting more localized and resilient supply chains.

18. J.F. Lehman & Company has acquired Forged Solutions Group, a manufacturer of high-specification forgings used in aerospace, defense, and space applications. The company produces components including aeroengine discs, shafts, and structural parts from advanced alloys such as titanium, nickel-based superalloys, steel and aluminum before moving through machining and materials testing as part of the production process.

19. Linamar Corporation, a North American manufacturer with in-house heat treating capabilities, has acquired select assets of Winning BLW, strengthening its capabilities in warm forging and precision gear manufacturing for automotive and industrial applications. The acquisition supports production of bevel and helical gears, components that typically require controlled heat treating to achieve the hardness, wear resistance, and fatigue strength needed for drivetrain systems.

20. GE Aerospace has announced a $1 billion investment in its U.S. manufacturing sites and supplier base in 2026, marking its second consecutive year at that level of spending and including plans to hire 5,000 workers. The investment is aimed at accelerating jet engine production, strengthening defense manufacturing, and improving supply chain capacity, helping the aerospace sector meet rising demand for commercial and military aircraft while reinforcing U.S.-based manufacturing capabilities.

21. Solar Atmospheres has provided thermal processing services for materials and components used in NASA’s Artemis II mission, contributing to the production of critical aerospace systems. Its heat treating capabilities support high-performance materials required for extreme space environments, reinforcing reliability and precision in components essential to next-generation space exploration and the broader aerospace supply chain.

22. General Motors announced plans to invest more than $150 million in its Saginaw Metal Casting Operations facility in Michigan to support production of V8 engine blocks and cylinder heads used in full-size trucks and SUVs. The project includes new and upgraded equipment for casting and machining operations, enabling the facility to increase production capacity and maintain output for current engine programs. The Saginaw site has supplied engine components for multiple generations of GM vehicles.

23. Hyundai Steel has signed a contract with Fives Group to supply key technologies for a new U.S.-based automotive steel production facility, advancing plans for a large-scale, electric arc furnace (EAF) mill. The project strengthens localized, low-carbon steel production for the automotive sector, improving supply chain resilience and enabling more efficient delivery of high-quality steel to U.S. vehicle manufacturing operations.

Kudos

24. Gamma Aerospace successfully passed their Heat Treat Nadcap audit, retaining Merit status that reflects the company’s commitment to delivering high quality products and services to their clients.

25. Aalberts surface technologies has expanded Boeing-approved heat treatment processes at its TEY facility in País Vasco, increasing its range of certified aerospace specifications and strengthening its position as a qualified supplier.

26. Aalberts surface technologies announced the renewal of their Nadcap certification for another 24 months at their Besançon facility, reflecting continuous commitment to quality, strict control of special processes, and full compliance with industry requirements.

Heat Treat Today offers News Chatter, a feature highlighting representative moves, transactions, and kudos from around the industry. Enjoy these 22 news items, including Advanced Heat Treat Corp.’s expansion of induction hardening and gas nitriding capacity in Alabama, Dauch Corporation’s acquisition of Dowlais Group, CAN-ENG Furnaces International’s new certification as a FANUC Authorized System Integrator, and more!

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Equipment

1. Urschel Laboratories, a manufacturer of precision food-cutting equipment, has ordered a new MetalMaster HR vacuum furnace from Ipsen USA to support in-house heat treating of stainless steel components used in its machines. The system will replace a furnace that has been operating since 1986 and marks Urschel’s sixth furnace purchase from Ipsen, reflecting a decades-long partnership. The upgrade is expected to strengthen Urschel’s manufacturing efficiency and product reliability, reinforcing equipment performance across the global food processing industry it serves.

2. BTOMEC Ferramentaria e Usinagem de Precisão Ltda., a manufacturer of multi-cavity injection molds, has invested in a Vector vacuum furnace from SECO/WARWICK to bring die and tooling hardening in-house. The move enables the company to reduce reliance on external heat treaters while gaining greater control over production timelines, costs, and quality. The investment reflects a broader industry trend of manufacturers establishing internal heat treat capabilities as production volumes grow.

3. JISCO Carbon Steel has commissioned a new integrated CSP®-HSM production line at its Jiayuguan facility, combining Compact Strip Production casting with a hot strip mill in a fully automated system supplied by SMS Group. The upgrade doubles the plant’s annual production capacity from about 2 million to 4.5 million tons while improving operational flexibility and process integration between casting and rolling. The project strengthens JISCO’s ability to deliver consistent flat-steel products for global manufacturing markets.

4. Grace Manufacturing has installed a new TITAN H2 vacuum furnace from Ipsen at its Russellville, Arkansas facility to expand heat treating capabilities for thin martensitic stainless steel components used in medical devices. The system replaces an aging furnace and was selected after third-party testing confirmed it met the company’s processing requirements. The upgrade strengthens production reliability and metallurgical control for precision medical manufacturing.

5. An international aircraft motion-control manufacturer has ordered an additional low-temperature vacuum tempering furnace from SECO/WARWICK’s U.S. subsidiary to expand its heat treat capacity for precision aerospace components. The system will support tempering, aging, and other sub-critical heat treat processes while meeting stringent aerospace thermal-processing standards.

6. Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, is investing $200 million to expand its Columbus, Georgia, manufacturing site with a seventh isothermal forging press to produce rotating compressor and turbine disks for commercial and military jet engines. The new equipment is expected to increase output of these critical engine components by about 30% and is scheduled to be operational in 2028. The expansion strengthens production capacity for next-generation aerospace engine programs and supports growing global demand for aircraft propulsion systems.

7. A defense-sector firearm manufacturer has selected a vacuum furnace system from SECO/WARWICK to support carburizing and heat treatment of steel components used in firearm production. The new equipment will enhance control over case hardening processes, helping improve durability and performance of critical firearm parts. The investment strengthens thermal processing capacity within the defense manufacturing supply chain.

8. Advanced Heat Treat Corp. (AHT) has expanded induction hardening and gas nitriding capacity at its Cullman, Alabama facility, adding a larger induction system and an additional nitriding unit. The upgrade enables the processing of larger and more complex components while supporting higher production volumes. The investment strengthens surface hardening capabilities for manufacturers by improving throughput and maintaining fast turnaround times for industrial parts.

9. Bodycote has installed a new diffusion hardening treatment vessel at its Mooresville, North Carolina facility, expanding stainless steel processing capabilities in North America. The system enables the company to surface-harden larger components using its ADM® low-temperature diffusion hardening process. The investment broadens capacity for industries such as oil and gas, food and beverage, and medical technology by improving durability of stainless steel parts while maintaining corrosion resistance.

10. Gasbarre Thermal Processing Systems will supply a custom-engineered box furnace and loading system to a U.S. government manufacturing facility to expand a previously validated high-temperature thermal process. The system, designed to meet strict space and operational constraints, will operate up to 2100°F in an air atmosphere and represents the largest configuration the facility can accommodate. The installation enables the government manufacturer to scale production while maintaining specialized thermal processing capabilities.

11. A China-based manufacturer of vacuum circuit breakers has ordered two vacuum furnaces from SECO/WARWICK to add vacuum brazing capability for producing vacuum interrupter components used in power distribution systems. The installation expands the manufacturer’s ability to produce brazed, hermetically sealed interrupter assemblies used in circuit breakers that interrupt electrical current in industrial and utility power networks.

12. PSW Group has opened a new High Integrity Diecasting Center at its Magretech plant in Bellevue, Ohio, focused on semi-solid casting technologies for aluminum and magnesium components. Led by Dr. Tao Wang, the facility allows OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and die casters to trial, develop, and scale advanced casting processes using semi-solid and high-pressure die-casting methods. The center aims to accelerate development of lighter, stronger, and lower-carbon metal components, supporting innovation and faster time-to-market across the automotive and light-metal manufacturing sectors.

Company & Personnel

13. Dauch Corporation has completed its acquisition of Dowlais Group plc, bringing together major automotive manufacturing operations including GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy. The combined company expands global capabilities in driveline systems, metal forming, and powder metallurgy under the leadership of CEO David C. Dauch. The move strengthens supply and engineering capacity for internal combustion, hybrid, and electric vehicle platforms across the global automotive industry.

14. U.S. Aluminum Company has signed an agreement with Emirates Global Aluminum (EGA) and Century Aluminum to explore building a downstream aluminum fabrication facility in Inola, Oklahoma, near a planned primary aluminum smelter. The proposed plant would convert molten aluminum into value-added products for sectors such as electrical, defense, aerospace, automotive, and machinery manufacturing. The project aims to strengthen U.S. aluminum supply chains and help expand domestic primary aluminum production capacity.

15. The AICHELIN Group has appointed Daniel Panny as head of United Process Controls (UPC) in Göppingen and Mike Löpke as head of QMULUS in Düsseldorf as part of organizational changes following the integration of NITREX. The leadership updates strengthen the group’s focus on automation, plant control, and IIoT-driven digital solutions for heat treatment operations. The move supports closer integration of furnace technology, process expertise, and data-driven optimization across the global heat treat industry.

16. SECO/WARWICK has appointed Pan Gaojun as managing director of SECO/WARWICK China, following a succession process within the company. Gaojun, who joined the group in 2010, will lead operational development and strengthen the company’s presence in key technologies such as CAB lines and vacuum furnaces in the Asian market. The leadership change is intended to support continued growth and strengthen SECO/WARWICK’s position in China’s expanding heat treat and thermal-processing sector.

17. Vienna-based refractory manufacturer RATH AG has appointed Christian Morawetz as chief operating officer, bringing the experienced operations executive onto its Executive Board to oversee production, purchasing, R&D, quality management, and IT across the company’s global manufacturing operations. Morawetz’s leadership and industrial management experience are expected to strengthen operational efficiency and innovation as the company undertakes a broader transformation of its product portfolio and production structures to better serve high-temperature industries such as steel, glass, and ceramics.

Kudos

18. The U.S. Department of War (formerly Department of Defense) has awarded contracts through the Defense Logistics Agency to 24 manufacturers to supply additively manufactured metal and polymer parts under the Joint Additive Manufacturing Acceptability (JAMA) IV pilot program. The firm-fixed-price IDIQ contract, valued at up to $9.8 million with a base period through Feb. 2027, allows the Pentagon to issue task orders for 3D-printed components supporting U.S. military programs.

19. CAN-ENG Furnaces International Ltd. has been certified as a FANUC Authorized System Integrator, expanding its capabilities in robotic automation for industrial furnace and thermal-processing systems. The certification allows CAN-ENG to design and integrate FANUC robots into heat treat operations, including material handling and high-volume furnace automation. The partnership strengthens automation options for manufacturers seeking greater efficiency, reliability, and safety in heat treat and thermal processing environments.

20. Burloak Technologies Inc., based in Oakville, Ontario, has completed its latest Nadcap audit, enabling its heat treatment capabilities to support demanding industries. The certification reinforces the company’s thermal processing services — including hot isostatic pressing (HIP), vacuum heat treatment, and alloy heat treat cycles — used in sectors such as aerospace, defense, automotive, and medical manufacturing.

21. Stack Metallurgical Group announced that its Salt Lake City facility, Aerospace Aluminum Processing (ASAP), has achieved AS9100D certification following an audit completed with zero findings. The accreditation strengthens the facility’s quality credentials for aerospace aluminum heat treating and related processing, reinforcing its role in supporting high-spec aerospace manufacturing and positioning other Stack facilities to pursue similar approvals.

22. Aalberts surface technologies announced that its Cleveland, Ohio, and Kansas City facilities have earned Nadcap 24-Month Merit Accreditation for heat treating, effective February 10, 2026. The designation — achieved after years of near-zero audit findings and strict AMS2750 pyrometry compliance — signals strong process discipline and quality systems for aerospace heat treat operations, helping reduce supplier risk and strengthen reliability across the aerospace manufacturing supply chain.

Heat Treat Today offers News Chatter, a feature highlighting representative moves, transactions, and kudos from around the industry. Enjoy these 13 news items, featuring Solar Atmosphere‘s all-metal hot zone furnace expansion, Ipsen USA‘s successful reaccreditation of its calibrations lab, Ryerson Holding Corporation and Olympic Steel Inc.’s merger, and more!

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Equipment

1. Three aluminum melting furnaces at a Novelis site in Voerde, Germany, were updated to achieve a more than 40% reduction in carbon footprint and significantly lower gas consumption. This project marks an important step forward in the decarbonization of industrial processes. The upgrade includes Fives’ North American® regenerative technology.

2. Two SECO/WARWICK EV/CAB lines will be installed for a major manufacturer of heat exchangers for trucks, passenger cars, and new energy technologies. The furnaces are designed to meet the stringent requirements of the automotive industry for the production of commercial vehicle components. The installation will occur at two in-house heat treat locations for the Chinese manufacturer: one in Mexico and the other in China. 

3. Solar Atmospheres expanded its operational capacity with an additional all-metal hot zone furnace. The new system significantly expands the company’s capacity to heat treat highly sensitive materials such as precipitation-hardened stainless steels, nickel-chrome-based superalloys, titanium, and niobium. The new unit is installed at their Hermitage, Pennsylvania facility and will meet the stringent demands of the aerospace and medical industries. 

4. Alleima, a manufacturer of steel components and special alloys, will receive a new tube annealing furnace from SECO/WARWICK. The electric atmospheric furnace line is intended for bright annealing of high-alloy tubes and will be used in the production of nuclear applications components. This sale marks the heat treat solutions manufacturer’s 5,000^th furnace sale. 

5. Tenova HYL, a Tenova company leader in direct reduction, has successfully started up its ENERGIRON Zero-Reformer DR Micro-Module at Empresa Siderúrgica del Mutún, in Santa Cruz, Bolivia, producing the first direct reduced iron (DRI) on October 7. This milestone of the contract signed with Sinosteel Equipment and Engineering (a global Chinese EPC contractor specializing in industrial engineering, equipment supply, and turnkey project delivery across the mining, metals, and infrastructure sectors) is a significant step in the companies’ long-standing cooperation. 

Company & Personnel

6. The Atmosphere Group will carry out business for the Region Americas under a new name: Aichelin Americas. Marty Poljan will continue to lead the region as president and CEO of Aichelin Americas. Tracy Dougherty has been promoted to president of Sales & Service and Paul Oleszkiewicz has been promoted to president of Operations. Subsidiaries of the group include AFC-Holcroft, Atmosphere Heat Treating, Inc., Austemper Inc., and Nitrex NTS (Nitrex, G-M Enterprises, and UPC-Marathon).

7. Ryerson Holding Corporation, a value-added processor and distributor of industrial metals, and Olympic Steel, Inc., a U.S. metals service center, announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement to merge. The merger will enhance the combined company’s presence as the second-largest North American metals service center and will bring Olympic Steel’s complementary footprint, tempering capabilities, and heat treated product offerings into Ryerson’s network of value-added service centers.

8. Hiperbaric presented on advanced HIP at Formnext.

9. Aalberts surface technologies announced the official opening of a brand-new 12,000 m² surface treatment production hall in Tatabánya. The event was honored by Levente Magyar, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and Economic Relations, along with local parliamentarians, partners, and clients.

10. Wirco recognized Chad Haines, projects manager at the company, for 18 years with the company.

Kudos

11. Ipsen USA announces the successful ISO/IEC 17025:2017 reaccreditation of its calibrations lab, ensuring continued certification of inspection equipment used by their field service engineers to calibrate heat treating systems across the U.S. and worldwide. The reaccreditation directly supports industries such as aerospace and medical, where calibrated instruments are critical in producing high-precision parts. 

12. Global Metal Finishing has successfully passed its Nadcap audit and officially received its Nadcap re-accreditation. In addition, they’ve also obtained their AC7004 Nadcap Aerospace Quality System certification. 

13. PhD candidate Noah Kantor and undergraduate research assistant Richard Chen, both from Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s Center for Heat Treating Excellence (CHTE), took first place in the annual ASM Strong Bar Competition. Participants were challenged to design a heat treatment for SAE-9254 spring steel aimed at maximizing bend strength. 

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Heat Treat Today offers News Chatter, a feature highlighting representative moves, transactions, and kudos from around the industry. Enjoy these 18 news items.

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Equipment

1. Blue M, a global industrial and laboratory ovens manufacturer, has announced the shipment of a stacked mechanical convection oven to be used for non-hazardous curing applications between 570°F and 750°F (300°C and 400°C).
2. Hammerer Aluminum Industries (HAI) has implemented a Nitrex nitriding system at its facility in Romania, replacing the traditional salt bath nitriding process. The new system has a load capacity of 3,300 lbs (1,500 kg), is designed specifically for treating extrusion dies, and offers controlled nitriding and controlled ferritic nitrocarburizing.
3. SECO/WARWICK recently completed three transactions: a European manufacturer of modern armament equipment and armaments supplier for NATO acquired a vacuum furnace with gas cooling and a molybdenum heat chamber; a Slovenian manufacturer ordered a vacuum furnace with 15 bar high pressure gas hardening and two nitriding furnaces; and a Turkish company purchased an induction vacuum furnace for melting and obtaining castings designed for manufacturing aviation components.

Company & Personnel

1. Industry veteran Mark Stein was recently added to the Nitrex team as regional sales manager for Michigan territory. In his role, Mark will lead sales initiatives across Michigan, working directly with current and prospective clients to enhance service, optimize growth strategies, and ensure market demands are met. 
2. To mark 175 years of innovation in specialty chemicals and distribution, Hubbard-Hall recently unveiled a new logo and a completely redesigned website. The updates reflect the company’s rich history and ongoing evolution, noting its founding year of 1849.
3. Bluestreak Compliance, a quality management (QMS) and manufacturing execution system (MES), has hired Rory Godsell as its new Cybersecurity Compliance Specialist to assist clients and their vendors in achieving compliance of NIST 800-171, CMMC and DFARS. He brings expertise in cybersecurity, penetration testing, ethical hacking, digital forensics, cyber operations, and project management, to the company’s mission of advancing CMMC certification services.
4. Steelhead Technologies, which delivers ERP, MES, and CRM solutions designed to transform job shop manufacturing, recently announced the successful completion of a $12.5M Series B funding round. This brings the company’s total funding to $23 million. 
5. Ipsen USA announced the promotion of two team members to new roles in 2025. Matt Clinite has been promoted to Ipsen USA Sales Director, and Christina Connelly has been promoted to Director of Ipsen Customer Service (ICS) – Parts.

Kudos

1. Kanthal, a leader in industrial heating technology, has won the prestigious industry award “E-prize” in the category Energy Optimization for its technology that helps companies and industries transform to a fossil-free production. The award is organized by Sweden’s largest business newspaper, Dagens Industri, and the newspaper, Aktuell Hållbarhet, together with the energy group E.ON.
2. Aalberts surface technologies honored Olga Kovalenko, Patric Keune and Metin Önal for 25 years of commitment in Solingen. Presenting the certificates were Guido Heijnen, sales director, and plant manager Miguel Rodrigues.
3. TAV VACUUM FURNACES was recently awarded the title of “Best Performer Enterprise 2024 in the Province of Bergamo.” This prestigious award is reserved for the top 1000 companies in the province.
4. StandardAero was selected by US-Bangla Airlines, a leading Bangladeshi carrier, to provide OEM-authorized PW127M Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Services. In addition, the company has been chosen by Brazilian Air Force to support PT6A-68C engines powering its A-29 Super Tucano Fleet, it has secured Indian DGCA Approval for its OEM-authorized PW127M Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Services, and it has received CAAC Approval for Its LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B Engine MRO Services, enabling it to support A320neo and B737 MAX operators across China.
5. HeatTek, a leader in manufacturing ovens and washers, recently celebrated the company’s 25th anniversary, noting its numerous achievements since 1999, including industry accolades, editorial recognition, as well as awards identifying its positive culture as an employer. “We are incredibly proud to celebrate this milestone,” says Jason Plowman, president and 2nd generation owner of HeatTek. “The success we’ve achieved over the past 25 years is a direct result of the hard work and commitment of our employees, the trust of our customers, and the support of our partners. We look forward to continuing our journey of innovation and growth in the years to come.”
6. Ron Waligora, chief operating officer for AFC-Holcroft, recently announced his retirement date of May 4, 2025. Throughout his 36 years with the company, he moved through the engineering disciplines and eventually into a management role as mechanical engineering manager and later senior engineer manager in 2015. In the spring of 2023, Ron Waligora and Tracy Dougherty assumed the roles of chief operating officers. Upon the announcement of Ron’s retirement, Tracy assumed the role of president and CEO on January 1, 2025.
7. Aalberts surface technologies is proud to announce they have received the EcoVadis Bronze Medal. The sustainability rating reviews a company’s management of economic, environmental, and social performance, covering different industries, locations, and company sizes contributing to business sustainability on a global scale, and is based on a “best-in-class” approach, assessing whether a company reaches the best possible level for their business activity.
8. The Divergent team was recently granted the Nadcap 12-month Accreditation for the Additive Manufacturing (AM) scope.
9. Solar Atmospheres Greenville, SC facility announced it has been awarded Parker Aerospace approval.
10. Brad Stallsmith recently marked his retirement after 43 years of dedicated service at Peters’ Heat Treating. His journey has included starting the Blade Division, mentoring new team members and ensuring high standards in processing.

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Aalberts N.V. has reached an agreement to acquire 100% of shares of Paulo Products Company (Paulo), expanding the company’s geographical footprint in the U.S. The acquisition will bolster the Dutch company’s capabilities to provide heat treating, brazing, and metal finishing operations for the North American automotive, aerospace, defense, and energy sectors.

Pending regulatory approval, the management team of Paulo, which operates five heat treatment facilities in the USA and one in Mexico, will work with the management of Aalberts Surface Technologies in North America. The transaction is expected to be finalized in the second quarter of 2025 and generate an annual revenue of approximately USD 105 million with 522 employees.

“We are excited about the growth potential in the different end markets and are looking forward to welcoming Paulo’s employees to Aalberts,” said Stéphane Simonetta, CEO of Aalberts N.V. “This strategic acquisition will further enhance our proximity in North America and Mexico as per our ‘thrive 2030’ strategy. Together, our leadership position will enable us to serve our customers with short lead times, high quality and full-service capabilities.”

The press release is available in its original form here.

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Aalberts surface technologies, a global provider of specialized thermal processing, surface treatment, and material coating solutions, announced on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, that it is making changes to its U.S. portfolio in response to changing market dynamics. The provider has made investments in its Canton, OH, facility, adding austempering capabilities which will provide a logistically favorable option to clients located in the Midwestern, Eastern, and Northeastern U.S. markets. To balance the capacity available in the market with demand, the heat treat provider will be closing its plant in Ft Smith, AR.

“The decision to exit the austempering market in the South was a difficult one, but the market for austempering in the addressable market for our Ft Smith, AR plant simply is not sufficient to sustain the operation. We recognize the hardships that this difficult decision may create and will be working with our Ft Smith Team to minimize the impact as much as possible, including exploring opportunities at one of the many other Aalberts locations,” says Steve Wyatt, president of Aalberts surface _­technologies – HIP ­­­_­­­­|­­ braze | heat treatment.

The austempering capabilities in Canton, OH, will startup in mid-February 2024 and be fully production ready by the end of March 2024. The decommissioning of the Ft Smith, AR, plant will begin in mid-February 2024, with production expected to cease when we have completed working with clients to transition their product, but not later than April 2024.

“We are focused on optimizing our portfolio around the globe; this initiative is about responding to what the market needs and where it is needed.  In our business, logistics is a significant percentage of the total cost of our services, therefore, we must constantly be seeking ways to minimize that cost for our customers. We are committed to growing in the U.S. and look forward to partnering with our customers to develop solutions that contribute to our mutual success,” says Oliver Jaeger, CEO of Aalberts surface technologies.

The original press release from Aalberts surface technologies is available upon request.

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A global provider of specialized thermal processing, surface treatment, and material coating solutions, announced in March 2022 that its U.S.-based businesses will be rebranding.

The U.S-based businesses included in this phase of Aalberts surface technologies‘ rebranding initiative include Aalberts Surface Treatment, Precision Plating Company, Roy Metal Finishing, Ushers Machine and Tool, Accurate Brazing, Ionic Technologies, Applied Process, and Premier Thermal.

Rebranding activities began in early 2022 and will continue through 2023.  The activities will include changes to building signs, email addresses, websites, invoices, shipping documents, etc.  Communication with stakeholders is underway, including any required documentation updates.

“The teams at our U.S. based businesses,” commented says Oliver Jaeger, CEO of Aalberts surface technologies, “are well aligned with ‘the Aalberts way’ and will do an outstanding job of representing the . . . brand.”

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