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  • Heat Treat Radio 128: Silicon Carbide Without Transformers: How Is That Possible?

    Heat Treat Radio 128: Silicon Carbide Without Transformers: How Is That Possible?
    2025/12/18
    In this episode of Heat Treat Radio, Tony Busch of Control Concepts, Christina Clowes of I Squared R, and Dr. Stephen Feldbauer of Abbott Furnace Company join host Doug Glenn to discuss a new transformer-free approach to electrically heated furnaces. The group walks through how SCR power controllers paired directly with silicon carbide heating elements can reduce system cost, simplify design, and improve control accuracy. They also explore the global adoption of zero-cross technology and its growing relevance in North America. Watch | Listen | Learn Full transcript, audio, and video to this episode is located here: https://heattreattoday.com/radio
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    30 分
  • Heat Treat Radio #127: The Case for Modular Vacuum Heat Treating

    Heat Treat Radio #127: The Case for Modular Vacuum Heat Treating
    2025/11/20
    In this episode of Heat Treat Radio, host Doug Glenn invites Dennis Beauchesne of ECM USA to explore the technology, benefits, scalability, and sustainability of modular heat treating systems. Together, they discuss how shared utilities, automated transfers, and adaptable heating cells can replace multiple standalone furnaces without compromising quality or precision. Learn how these systems streamline and simplify operations for future expansion — one cell at a time. Watch | Listen | Learn Full transcript, audio, and video to this episode is located here: https://heattreattoday.com/radio
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    41 分
  • Heat Treat Radio #126: HIP Finds New Life in Modern Manufacturing

    Heat Treat Radio #126: HIP Finds New Life in Modern Manufacturing
    2025/10/30
    Hot isostatic pressing, or HIP, is experiencing a powerful resurgence across industries from aerospace to nuclear energy as manufacturers look for new ways to scale up. In this episode, Heat Treat Radio host, Doug Glenn, is joined by Cliff Orcutt, American Isostatic Presses, Inc. ; Oscar Martinez, Bodycote; Victor Samarov, Synertech PM; Soumya Nag, Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Mike Conaway, Isostatic Forging International; and Dave Gandy, EPRI. This panel of HIP experts to explores how renewed investment, government collaboration, and additive manufacturing are driving HIP’s next era of growth. From large-scale production to powder-to-part innovations, discover why this decades-old process is suddenly critical to the future of U.S. manufacturing. Watch | Listen | Learn Full transcript, audio, and video to this episode is located here: https://heattreattoday.com/radio
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    1 時間 6 分
  • Heat Treat Radio #125: On-Site Hydrogen Generation — A Reliable Path for Heat Treaters

    Heat Treat Radio #125: On-Site Hydrogen Generation — A Reliable Path for Heat Treaters
    2025/10/09
    Hydrogen is essential for many heat treating processes, but what happens when your supply runs out? Devon Landry of Nel Hydrogen joins Heat Treat Radio Host Doug Glenn to discuss the potential risks of delivered gas and how on-site generation can secure reliable, high-purity hydrogen. This episode highlights the advantages of on-site generation and what questions to ask before making the switch. Watch | Listen | Learn Full transcript, audio, and video to this episode is located here: https://heattreattoday.com/radio
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    25 分
  • Heat Treat Radio #124: Solving Aluminum Distortion Challenges with Uphill Quenching

    Heat Treat Radio #124: Solving Aluminum Distortion Challenges with Uphill Quenching
    2025/08/21
    What do Mars rovers, sniper pods, and rotor grips have in common? Uphill quenching — a thermal-mechanical technique that uses liquid nitrogen and high-velocity steam to dramatically reduce stress and distortion. In this episode of Heat Treat Radio, Greg Newton, Newton Heat Treating CEO, joins host Doug Glenn to take a dive deep into this little-known but highly effective process for controlling residual stress in aluminum alloys. Also in the episode is John Avalos, Newton’s quality engineer and IT/Digital Transformation Manager. Learn how this thermal-mechanical method improves machinability, enhances precision, and extends component life, especially in aerospace and optical applications. Watch | Listen | Learn Full transcript, audio, and video to this episode is located here: https://heattreattoday.com/radio
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    38 分
  • Heat Treat Radio #123: Helium Leak Detection Tips for Vacuum Furnace Operators

    Heat Treat Radio #123: Helium Leak Detection Tips for Vacuum Furnace Operators
    2025/07/24
    Helium leak detection is critical to ensure system integrity, product quality, and operational efficiency in vacuum processing. With 36 years of hands-on experience, Dave Deiwert of Tracer Gas Technologies joins host Doug Glenn on a recent episode of Heat Treat Radio to share a wealth of knowledge on the evolution of leak detection technology, practical maintenance, and best practices for leak testing. Watch | Listen | Learn Full transcript, audio, and video to this episode is located here: https://heattreattoday.com/radio
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    32 分
  • Heat Treat Radio #122: Lessons Learned from the Nadcap Certification Journey for Multi-Cell Furnaces

    Heat Treat Radio #122: Lessons Learned from the Nadcap Certification Journey for Multi-Cell Furnaces
    2025/06/19
    Nadcap certification with multi-cell heat treatment furnaces is possible; Andrew Chan, Kelly Peters, and Dave Dill from ALD, join host Doug Glenn to tell this story of compliance. In this episode, listen as guests share their experiences navigating the complex requirements, challenges, and organizational changes needed for Nadcap certification. Their journey discovering how multi-cell heat treatment furnaces can come into Nadcap compliance underscores the importance of technology, training, and continuous improvement. Listeners will learn practical insights into achieving and maintaining Nadcap accreditation for advanced heat treatment processes. Watch | Listen | Learn Full transcript, audio, and video to this episode is located here: https://heattreattoday.com/radio
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    26 分
  • Equipment and Process Insights from a Rising Metallurgical Engineer

    Equipment and Process Insights from a Rising Metallurgical Engineer
    2025/05/15
    Join host Doug Glenn as he converses with Katelyn Kirsch, a metallurgical engineer with extensive experience in the heat treating industry. Katelyn discusses her career journey, including roles at Huron Casting, Federal Screw Works, and Moeller Aerospace. This episode highlights integrating new equipment and processes, managing thermal processing, and setting up a metallurgical lab. Katelyn also shares insights on the challenges of implementing new processes, the importance of hands-on experience, and the benefits of bringing processes in-house for improved turnaround times. The episode provides valuable perspectives for professionals in the heat treating field. Watch | Listen | Learn Full transcript, audio, and video to this episode is located here: https://heattreattoday.com/radio
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    30 分