Introduction to Steel Metallurgy

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Manufacturers can register for this course at no-cost. Use code “Manufacturer” at checkout. Limited spots available – register now!

This training provides a comprehensive overview of steel, focusing on its properties as an engineered material. Participants will explore essential metallurgy concepts, forming and heat-treating techniques, and key industry terminology, empowering them to make informed decisions in steel selection and application.

Course Agenda:

• Steel Specification: Understand the standards and classifications that define steel properties.
• Steelmaking Processes: Learn the processes involved in transforming raw materials into steel.
• Steel Metallurgy Basics: Gain insights into the core metallurgical principles that govern steel’s behavior.
• Mechanical Properties: Explore how steel’s mechanical properties impact performance.
• Hardening and Softening Processes: Discover methods to modify steel hardness for different applications.
• Fabrication Processes: Review techniques for forming and shaping steel in manufacturing.
• Heat Treating: Understand the heat-treating processes that alter steel’s properties.
• Basic Failure Modes: Learn about common failure modes in steel and their implications on design and durability.

This course is designed for professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of steel, from its foundational metallurgy to its practical applications in engineering and manufacturing.

Benefits of Attending

• Understand Steel as an Engineered Material: Gain insights into the properties, specifications, and structure of steel, enabling informed decision-making in material selection.
• Enhance Product Quality: Learn how to optimize steel’s mechanical properties through heat-treating and fabrication techniques to improve durability and performance.
• Increase Process Efficiency: Discover methods to make steel harder or softer based on application needs, contributing to efficient manufacturing processes.
• Identify and Prevent Failures: Understand basic failure modes to prevent costly breakdowns and improve product reliability.
• Improve Communication Across Teams: Familiarize yourself with key metallurgy terminology, enhancing clarity in discussions between engineering, production, and quality teams.
• Expand Material Processing Knowledge: Explore various steelmaking and processing methods, boosting your understanding of steel’s transformation from raw material to finished product.

Presenter: Don Klesser