Nonrotating induction heat treating meets industry needs. (Induction Heat Treating).(camshafts and crankshafts)

Industrial Heating, November, 2002 by Boussie, Timothy G.; Williams, Daniel J.

Nonrotating induction heat treating meets the challenges of obtaining high product quality and low-cost manufacturing through greater machine uptime and improved tooling life.

Heat treating camshafts and crankshafts, two common engine components, is an important part of the engine manufacturing process. Current processes used to heat treat crankshafts and camshafts have various process-related shortcomings that can lead to operational inefficiencies including excessive cycle times, high tooling costs, excessive energy use, difficulty in controlling the product, shortened locator tooling and inductor life, and difficulties in maintaining process capabilities.

Many engine manufacturers around the world are considering converting from conventional...