Heat Treatment Applications
What makes a BSL gas mixer so useful?
From on-site annealing and carburising to high-precision nitriding and sintering, the range of applications for gas mixers in industrial heat treatment is vast, but here are a few key applications:
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In annealing processes, gas mixers can be used to create a reducing atmosphere that prevents the oxidation and decarburisation of metal surfaces, ensuring a smooth and clean finish. -
In carburising, gas mixers can be used to blend gases such as methane (CH₄) or propane (C₃H₈) with nitrogen (N₂) to introduce carbon into the surface layer of steel, enhancing its hardness and wear-resistance.
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Gas mixers can be essential in sintering furnaces, where they create a reducing atmosphere to prevent oxidation and ensure the proper bonding of metal powders.
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Gas mixers can be used to create controlled atmospheres for annealing, carburising and nitriding to enhance metal properties in heat treatment applications.
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Gas mixers can be used in manufacturing melting furnaces to maintain the ideal atmosphere for the production of high-quality glass products.
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When 3D printing with metals, gas mixers can be used to create controlled atmospheres with inert gases like argon or nitrogen to prevent oxidation during the layer-by-layer fusion of metal powders.
Products
Our Products for Heat Treatment Applications
Our reliable, high-quality gas mixing valves, panels and accessories are manufactured at our headquarters in Kent, UK and provide engineer-designed gas mixing solutions for every application.
CF5000 Gas Mixing System
For flows up to 200 Nm³/hr under low-pressure conditions
GasMix FW Panel
For flow rates of 25 – 100 Nm³/hr
GasMix FW 5 & 6 Panel
For flow rates starting at 100 Nm³/hr
CF5000 Gas Mixing System
For flows up to 200 Nm³/hr under low-pressure conditions
GasMix FW Panel
For flow rates of 25 – 100 Nm³/hr
GasMix FW 5 & 6 Panel
For flow rates starting at 100 Nm³/hr
Industrial Applications
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I maintain my 24/7 gas mixing process plant?
Our gas mixing equipment and gas analysers are designed to be low maintenance and durable, with very few moving or wearing parts.
How much gas will I need for my new welding plant?
Calculating the required gas supply is relatively easy, but there are several factors to consider.
How can I spot a leak in my gas distribution pipework?
It can be challenging to spot a leak in pipework in a busy, noisy factory and here’s why.