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Thermaltronics’ Tips to Improve Soldering Tip Life and Reduce Cost

Whether in production, or repair and rework, the cost of soldering iron tips can be easily overlooked, but with today’s requirement for higher temperatures in lead-free solder applications, the consumption of tips has dramatically increased.

From Thermaltronics USA Inc. 12 Oct 2018

New Stainless Steel Rotary Latch from Southco Delivers Increased Corrosion Resistance

Southco Asia Ltd., a subsidiary of Southco Inc., a leading global provider of engineered access solutions such as locks, latches, captive fasteners, electronic access solutions and hinges/ positioning technology, has expanded its line of rotary latches with a new medium-duty version in stainless steel, offering a more durable option for highly corrosive environments.

From Southco 31 Aug 2018

Fastest Growing Markets for UK Iron and Steel Exports Now Outside Europe

New research, commissioned by Wyelands Bank, reveals Pakistan, Turkey and India are the UK’s fastest growing export partners for iron and steel. Exports to these markets are expected to grow by 5.9%, 1.4% and 0.9% respectively in the years to 2021.

16 Aug 2018

Technique Joins Aluminum Alloys to Steel - Makes Lighter-Weight Military Vehicles

A process that welds thick plates of aluminum to steel has been developed and tested by researchers. Known as Friction Stir Dovetailing, the novel process will be used for making lighter-weight combat vehicles that are swifter and more fuel efficient.

17 Apr 2018

Crushed Wood is Stronger than Steel

Crushing together & treating wood, makes it more than ten times stronger & durable. It could be an inexpensive alternative to carbon fibers & metal alloys.

21 Feb 2018

Researchers Use Glass to Develop the ATLAS Bench

A bench has been made from exceptionally resistant glass by a PhD student in civil engineering at EPFL in collaboration with a recent architecture graduate. A number of companies broke new ground in order to extend their support for this highly innovative project.

21 Dec 2017

Flake-Type Zinc-Phosphate Particles Provide Improved Corrosion Protection to Steel

In architecture, ship-building, and bridge construction, large quantities of steel are traditionally used. Such structures are meant to last for a long time and at the same they should not lose any of their qualities regarding safety and strength even after many years.

13 Apr 2017

Study Results Help Address the Problem of Hydrogen Alloy Embrittlement

A global research project involving a scientist from University of Queensland has helped to bring next-generation steel and metal alloys a step closer to reality.

17 Mar 2017

Bruker Introduces D8 ADVANCE Plus XRD Solution for Analysis of Diverse Samples

Bruker AXS introduces the D8 ADVANCE Plus™– a new member of the D8 ADVANCE family of X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) solutions.

5 Dec 2016

Lucifer Furnaces Adds Capacity at Compacting Tooling for CPM High Speed Steel Heat Treating

Lucifer Furnaces delivered a dual chamber high temp furnace to Compacting Tooling Inc. (CTI), McKeesport, PA. Model HS8-181224 is a custom size designed to meet Compacting Tooling’s load requirements.

From Lucifer Furnaces 23 Nov 2016

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Iron and Steel News

Thermaltronics’ Tips to Improve Soldering Tip Life and Reduce Cost

New Stainless Steel Rotary Latch from Southco Delivers Increased Corrosion Resistance

Fastest Growing Markets for UK Iron and Steel Exports Now Outside Europe

Technique Joins Aluminum Alloys to Steel - Makes Lighter-Weight Military Vehicles

Crushed Wood is Stronger than Steel

Researchers Use Glass to Develop the ATLAS Bench

Flake-Type Zinc-Phosphate Particles Provide Improved Corrosion Protection to Steel

Study Results Help Address the Problem of Hydrogen Alloy Embrittlement

Bruker Introduces D8 ADVANCE Plus XRD Solution for Analysis of Diverse Samples

Lucifer Furnaces Adds Capacity at Compacting Tooling for CPM High Speed Steel Heat Treating

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Comparing Computed Radiography and Digital Detector Arrays

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

ATS Series 3110/3210 - Lab Furnaces

Revontium™: Compact XRF Spectrometer

UV Cure Dielectric Sensor: Precision Monitoring for UV Cured Resins with Quick-Connect Fixture

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Comprehensive Guide to Steel Integrity: Preventing Corrosion and Ensuring Structural Safety

Optical Tables - Everything You Need to Know

Harnessing the Potential of Tapes to Address Energy Challenges Across Industries

Observation of Paraffin Wax Crystallization in Lubricating Oils Using Scanning Electron Microscopy

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Iron and Steel News

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Comparing Computed Radiography and Digital Detector Arrays

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

1Transforming Carbon Dioxide and Lignin Into Biodegradable Polymers

2Advancement of 3D Printing with New Plastic Coating

3A Greener Way of Producing Ammonia

4Overcoming Challenges in Solid-State Sodium Battery Production

5Making Stronger and Safer Lithium Batteries

6New Recipes for Improved Battery Materials

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Editorial Highlights