Blowing Hot & Cold
Understanding the heat-treat process.
Author
Stephen A. Batzer
Stephen A. Batzer, Ph.D., P.E., is an associate professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. E-mail: [email protected].
The Dry Cure for Coolant Ills
With safety and health precautions driving up the cost of using metalworking fluids, many shops are attempting to machine dry. This article looks at the reasons why a shop might want to eliminate coolants and the effects this decision will have on part quality and tool performance.