Heat treatment and thermochemical processing
Heat treatment is one of the most important stages in preparing parts and tools for operation. Through the appropriate thermal process, the material gains desired mechanical properties, hardness, strength, and wear resistance.
At TOOLE, we offer a full range of heat treatment and thermochemical processes — from hardening, carburizing, and nitriding to stress-relief annealing and thermal improvement.
What is heat treatment?
The process involves controlled heating and cooling of metal to alter its internal structure and achieve desired performance parameters. Depending on the type of material and the intended use of the part, we develop a customized heat treatment plan that ensures an optimal balance between hardness and ductility.
Our range of services
We perform the following processes:
- Hardening – Increases the hardness and resistance of the material to wear and cracking. Ideal for machine parts, tools, and components exposed to heavy loads.
- Carburizing – Saturating the surface with a layer of carbon at high temperatures, resulting in a hard surface while maintaining a resilient core.
- Nitriding – A process of surface saturation with nitrogen, enhancing resistance to corrosion, wear, and material fatigue.
- Thermal Improvement – A combination of hardening and tempering to achieve high strength while maintaining adequate ductility.
- Normalizing Annealing – Equalizes the steel structure after previous treatments and improves its mechanical properties.
- Stress-Relief Annealing – Removes stresses caused by mechanical processing or welding, preventing deformation of parts during further production processes.
Why choose TOOLE?
- All operations are carried out in accordance with parameters developed by our materials engineers.
- We use reliable furnaces and control systems, ensuring consistent results.
- We tailor the process to minimize the risk of microcracks and deformations.