Induction hardening services from Modern Industries can temper parts to create wear resistance and surface hardness without affecting the core microstructure. That kind of precision allows us to offer reliable solutions for a variety of industries including the automotive and aerospace industries, as it is particularly applicable for engine components, gears, axles, and powertrains.
Our Machines
Modern Industries’ Induction Hardening machines can be configured as a single or dual spindle, vertical scanning system for hardening or tempering a wide variety of parts including a range of symmetrical parts.
Our machines are equipped with quick disconnects to allow for faster tear down and set-up times increasing efficiency and lowering production costs.
The variable frequency capability makes these machines ideal for meeting the stringent requirements of wrought alloys or even the toughest powdered metal profiles and case depth requirements. We have induction unit dual-scanners set at 100kw/30khz and 200kw/3-10khz.
We recently increased our capacity and this has allowed us to ramp up our induction services in the region.
Our Processes
Our induction hardening process uses an alternating magnetic field to heat the outer surface of the workpiece above the transformation temperature. This is done by running an alternating current through a copper coil that contains the workpiece itself. Since our machines can be configured as a single spindle or dual spindle, a wide range of parts can be heat treated using this method.
After heating, the piece is then quenched rapidly using the same coil with a water-based process. This causes the structure to become a martensite, which is much harder than the component’s previous structure.
Benefits of Induction Hardening
Our induction hardening services excel at treating components that are used for heavy loading or other applications that require a high surface hardness with a deep case. Induction hardening is especially adept at offering the following benefits:
- Increased Strength – Induction hardening creates a harder surface with a softer core and residual compressive stress. This all works together to increase overall fatigue life since the hardened surface takes up more space than the core.
- Tempering – If you need tempering done after induction hardening, it is especially easy since you can adjust the hardness level decreasing it as needed without having to worry about brittleness.
- Minimal distortion – Our induction hardening processes are designed to minimize distortion when compared to other methods that could cause warpage. While distortion can still occur, induction hardening causes it at a lower rate than conventional heat treatment techniques.
- Cost-effectiveness – When using our induction hardening services, you can take advantage of more affordable materials since they respond well to this particular process. These savings are passed on to you.
- Wear resistance – Our induction hardening efforts can increase wear resistance as well provided that the material in the component has already been annealed or treated to be in a softer condition. At Modern Industries, we offer annealing processes too.
Industries Served
- Aerospace/Defense
- Diesel Engines
- Automotive Drive Trains
- Oil and Gas
- Medical Devices & Equipment
- Energy
- Semiconductor/Printed Circuit Board
Benefits for Our Customers
When you work with Modern Industries, you can enjoy a wide array of benefits from the largest source for heat treating in Northwestern Pennsylvania and one of the largest in the tri-state area.
- Our processing variables are digitally tracked and archived for a minimum of seven years.
- We have an on-site Metallurgical Testing Laboratory.
- Corporate trucking and logistics are offered as a value added service.
- Our quality certifications include ISO-9001:2015, IATF-16949:2016, and Nadcap.
- We have local partnerships with several plating, tinning & galvanizing, and forging companies.
