Revisiting the Iron Phosphorus Alloys

MagnaTech has recently learned of a new possible way of economically creating sintered iron phosphorus alloys. These alloys are currently used where higher strength is required, compared with traditional iron-carbon, and iron-copper-carbon sintered powder parts. In addition, the iron phosphorus alloys have improved resistivity for AC magnetic applications. Also, when sintered properly, these alloys exhibit higher permeability and lower coercive force than most soft magnetic alloys. MagnTech would like to discuss the research that they intend to propose in December to interested parts fabricators that wish to improve their sintered parts at reduced material costs. Interested parties may contact Mr. Moyer at moyer@snip.net.

Magnatech Submits Proposal to the Defense Logistics Agency

Today MagnaTech submitted a proposal for research to improve casting performance. The proposal takes a proprietary technology developed by MagnaTech and proposes a process that is designed to eliminate surface flaws by nanoalloying the surface to provide a hard, corrosion and wear resistant surface with improved fatigue strength. Further modification of the process will permit microstrucure refinement and improved strength and toughness of the casting. MagnaTech has two investment casting houses participating in the program. For those interested in further details and possible participation contact Mr. Moyer at 856-786-9061.

Nanoalloying

Magna-Tech is currently in the process of extending the technology that they have recently developed to use nanotechnology to enhance wear and corrosion resistance of martensitic stainless steels. The same processing technology can also be used to through harden martensitic stainless steel parts to provide higher strength and improved toughness. Currently there are problems with skin effects that happen when steel is cast into molds. Magna-Tech believes that the process we have developed can overcome these troublesome conditions that affect the fatigue strength of castings. Magna-Tech is in the process of obtaining patent protection for the innovative process and is currently seeking financial backing to exploit the developed technology. Interested parties, either seeking a license or investment opportunities, may gain additional information by contacting Ken Moyer at moyer@snip.net.

MagnaTech Finds Partner for Casting Research

MagnaTech now has a partner to co-operate in producing cast specimens to define the mechanical properties of cast 430 C stainless steel in preparation to assisting the foundry to serve the Defense Department as a future supplier. The Department of Defense is currently under the gun attempting to find sufficient foundrys with satisfactory technology to deliver castings on time that are of high quality. MagnaTech intends to use its patent pending process to innovate a   modified 430 C cast alloy using nanotechnology to create a surface that is more corrosion and wear resistant. Currently the industry has difficulty with skin effects that cause premature failure. Anyone interested in the new technology that has been developed  please contact moyer@snip. net for additional information.

Current Events

Today we met with our patent attorney to discuss filing a patent that deals with nitriding. Currently we have applied for a sister patent dealing with carburization. We would like to discuss the content of these patents with interested parties that may have need of these novel technologies.
In addition, MagnaTech has a patent dealing with alloying of iron powder with phosphorus. The maintenance fee on this patent is due and MagnaTech would like to contact any party that may have an interest prior to the patent expiring and becoming public domain.
MagnaTech still is looking for a foundry to partner with to compete for a Broad Agency Announcement dealing with casting development and technology. If interested contact Ken at 856-786-9061 or by e mail at moyer@snip.net.

All In A Day

Today was unusual because I went to the shore, in the rain, to view a boat failure. Seems that the individual had a propeller shaft replaced almost a year ago. He was out with his family on Sunday and there were tremendous vibrations, and he made a call for help. He finally made it back to port. On checking out the problem, the propellor was removed and the shaft was found to almost be fractured across the diameter. Since the fracture was not complete, we could not see the surface in detail. However, it appears that the problem is probably fatigue from an incident that happened almost a year ago. He wants the manufacturer to look at the problem first and then if he wants furthur work he will contact us.

On a second topic, MagnaTech is looking for a casting shop, specifically in the production of stainless steel castings to partner with on a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA). The proposal is due in September so MagnaTech will require the partner shortly if they are to prepare the proposal. There are ten areas of research of interest to the government. If you are a decission maker in a foundry, MagnaTech would appreciating initial contact to explore whether a viable proposal can be made.

Return of an Old Customer

Yesterday is the kind of day that we like. Right now we are in a transition period where we are waiting decisons beyond our control. While so, we are not as busy as we have been for the last six months. Therefore when an old customer called and asked for some help in resolving a technical problem, we not only gained the job, we also gained an immediate job. Back in the early 90s, this customer had been a main stay. We did his gas analyses--carbon, nitrogen, oxygen and sulfur--using our Leco detectors. We also did research using his powder to develop a grade of stainless steel, and also developed his phosphorus iron powder. The customer grew,  hired their own metallurgist and purchased their own Leco detectors. Since then MagnaTech has been contacted several times when this company has had problems which they could not resolve. MagnaTech is always proud to serve where they can. Being a good member of the community is good relations and just the right way of life.