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Nuclear Metal Castings for Small Modular Reactors and Microreactors
Rising global energy demand is giving new attention to nuclear energy as a dependable, carbon-free source of baseload...
MetalTek Names David Bacon CEO
David Bacon, Chief Executive Officer, MetalTek International MetalTek International today announced the appointment of David Bacon as Chief...
Metal Castings In LNG Plants: Where And Why They Make Sense
Liquefied natural gas (LNG) equipment such as compressors, heat exchangers, pumps, valves, and piping systems are well known....
How Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) Works for Metal Additive Manufacturing
Metal additive manufacturing is increasingly used to produce components that are difficult or impractical to manufacture using traditional...
Why Centrifuge Manufacturers “Buy American” For Cast Components
For centrifuge manufacturers, metal castings are often mission-critical, rotating, pressure-containing, and safety-sensitive components. The sourcing decision directly affects...
What Is HY-80 Steel? A Comprehensive Guide
HY-80 steel is a high-yield, low-alloy steel developed for demanding applications where strength, toughness, and reliability are critical....
Turning Up The Heat: High-Temperature Heat Treat Furnace Expands Alloy Capabilities at Sandusky International
Every material choice matters for companies producing metal components that operate in high-temperature or high-corrosion environments. Sandusky International’s...
Sand Casting vs. Investment Casting for Pump Impellers
For pump castings such as impellers, choosing the right casting process can significantly affect design flexibility, performance, cost,...
Investment Casting vs. CNC vs. 3D Printing for Pump Impellers
Pump impellers can be produced using several manufacturing methods, including investment casting, CNC machining, and 3D metal printing....
Additive Manufacturing vs. Casting: When to Use Each
In the world of manufacturing metal components, choosing the right method is crucial. Additive manufacturing and casting are...
Metallurgy And Its Role In The Metal Casting Process
The world of foundry processes is complex. It's a realm where science and artistry intersect, where raw materials...
Custom Centrifugal Castings vs. Standard Off-The-Shelf Tubing
Choosing the right metal tubing for a project can be a daunting task. Especially when you're faced with...
Improving Surface Finish And Cost In Metal Casting
Metal surface finish can play a key role in the metal casting process. Why? Because this affects both...
Can You 3D Print Metal?
When it comes to cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, one question often arises: can you 3D print metal? The short...
Alloy Steel vs. Carbon Steel: Your Complete Guide
At MetalTek, we pride ourselves on providing industry-leading knowledge and materials to help you choose the best steel...
Complete Guide To Duplex And Super Duplex Stainless Steel
At MetalTek, we pride ourselves on offering quality stainless-steel products, including duplex and super duplex stainless steel. Known...
What is Vacuum Investment Casting?
Manufacturers in high-compliance industries such as aerospace, defense, and energy continually identify ways to improve the quality and...
Why Aluminum Bronze Is A Good Choice For High-Specification Components
Selecting the right metal alloy for high-performance applications is critical. Aluminum bronze alloys have proven themselves as a...
Copper’s Antimicrobial Properties
Copper has been a cornerstone of human construction and design for thousands of years. One of the signature...
Rest in Peace, Bob Smickley
I am deeply saddened to inform you of former MetalTek CEO Bob Smickley’s passing. Bob passed peacefully this...
