The boronizing process is a thermochemical surface treatment that involves the diffusion of boron into steel substrates to form hard boride layers. These layers, typically comprised of FeB and Fe2B ...

Not all coatings are created equal when it comes to surface-treated stainless-steel tubing. Many coatings can be subjected to an uneven application, which is true for tubing in particular because of ...

When liquids stick to steel for long enough, the steel corrodes or becomes contaminated. Unfortunately, however, porous surface coatings that repel liquids also tend to make steel weaker … until now, ...

How much does a corrosion resistant coating cost? What is the real cost of buying and maintaining a corrosion resistant surface? Hint — purchasing a cheap one may prove to be the most expensive option ...

One of the most commonly used forms of steel is wire. It is found in everything from springs, conveyor belts, and bicycles to shopping carts, lobster traps, and chain-link fences. But all those ...

The industrial processing of stainless steel presents a formidable “performance wall” for many metalworkers and procurement professionals. While stainless steel offers exceptional corrosion resistance ...