Heat Treating

Surface Technology, Inc. has broad knowledge and first hand experience in harnessing the potential of various heat treatment processes to positively affect base materials and coatings.  Certain heat treatments are standard procedure for electroless nickel coatings to improve hardness and adhesion. 

STI also utilizes its sophisticated heat treatment equipment for contract jobs for customers.  Such services are provided in three main areas:

  • Bor-Fuse, a thermo-chemical boron diffusion hardening process
  • Inert Atmosphere Heat Treatment
  • Heat Treatments in Air