Laser tempering, or laser surface annealing, involves the precise application of a high-energy laser beam to a specific area of the material’s surface. The same laser process that is used to surface harden can be used to temper or bring back the hardness of a previously heat treated surface. The advantage for the customer is […] The post Titanova Laser Annealing or Laser Tempering appeared first on Titanova, Inc ..read more

A locomotive engine crankshaft is a powertrain system component that converts the reciprocating motion of the pistons into rotational motion. This is necessary to drive the locomotive’s wheels and propel it forward. It is usually made of high-strength alloy steel to withstand the immense forces and stresses it experiences during operation. This article will explore […] The post Locomotive Engine Crankshafts appeared first on Titanova, Inc ..read more

Laser additive remanufacturing, also called laser cladding, is a cutting-edge technology that uses a laser to deposit material onto a component. It restores the component to its original condition or even with proper selection of metal to be laser clad, it can improve it. The process entails adding the metal layer by layer to an […] The post Laser Additive Remanufacturing appeared first on Titanova, Inc ..read more

Cast iron is widely used in various industries due to its unique properties. However, the challenges of repairing these components can be daunting because of the welding process. Titanova, a leader in laser cladding, has developed a proprietary technique that enables the repair of the biggest castings. This article will explore the benefits of cast […] The post Laser Cladding Cast Iron appeared first on Titanova, Inc ..read more

Our extensive expertise in laser processing solutions, combined with comprehensive quality assurance and metallurgical capabilities, is why we are the leaders in the laser processing industry. We maintain rapid process development and fast turnaround times at low costs for our clients while continually improving our systems, and striving for 100% customer satisfaction. Through the years, […] The post FAQ’s Titanova appeared first on Titanova, Inc ..read more

Laser cladding and hard laser facing are welding techniques that provide a protective surface coating on metal parts. Also called laser metal deposition (LMD), laser cladding utilizes a focused laser beam to generate heat, and clad material is simultaneously fed into the resulting melt pool on the targeted surface area of a metal component. The […] The post Laser Cladding and Hard Facing for the Oil and Gas Industry appeared first on Titanova, Inc ..read more

Welding involves joining two metal parts using heat to melt them together. Weld overlay involves adding to the surface of a metal component to recover lost dimensions [ Additive remanufacturing] or changing the chemistry of the metal surface [ corrosion resistance]. Using the laser as the heat source, hot and cold wire feed welding are […] The post Hot & Cold Wire Feed Laser Welding and Laser Weld Overlay appeared first on Titanova, Inc ..read more

While welding is often used to join metals together, it can also be used as a protective technique. Weld overlay, also known as weld cladding, is the process of melting a protective layer of metal atop another metal surface. The application of laser light heats and melts the cladding metal onto the parent metal, creating […] The post What Is Weld Overlay? appeared first on Titanova, Inc ..read more

Welding, brazing, and soldering are three different processes that join metals. They all use heat to join metal primary differences between welding, brazing, and soldering are the melt temperatures of the metals or materials used in the process and what is being melted. There are many different welding techniques but here we will discuss only […] The post Welding vs. Brazing vs. Soldering appeared first on Titanova, Inc ..read more

This blog is meant to explain the differences between the thermal spray and laser cladding processes and help you understand the physical differences between each process. What is Thermal Spray? Thermal spraying refers to a group of coating processes in which finely divided metallic or nonmetallic materials [ceramics] are deposited in a molten or semi-molten […] The post Thermal Spray vs. Laser cladding appeared first on Titanova, Inc ..read more