The Importance of Material Selection for Production Process

Which material to use for the components for precision machinery and equipment is of utmost importance, particularly as it significantly determines cost. Premium materials are able to withstand rigorous use including processes which involve corrosive chemicals, underwater pressures, radiation and extreme temperatures.

The materials used for specialist component parts such as bolts will depend the nature of the environment. that a machine is to be used in. Hastelloy C276 and Hastelloy C22 are heavy industry suitable being of nickel and chromium alloy and having high corrosion resistance. This makes them ideally suited to bleach plants or for the paper industry. Aerospace or power plant industries will find the heat and corrosion resistant Inconel 718 their ideal material for projects.

Although slightly higher in cost, using the specialised component materials ultimately provides value for money due to their reliability and suitability for high intensity use.