A large portion of the product we manufacture at Ronson Gears undergoes a heat treatment process. Heat treatment optimises the performance and extends the life of gears in service by altering their chemical, metallurgical, and physical properties. A very specialised and technical process, which is why we choose to sub-contract this process out.
Gear Solutions Magazine published an excellent article this month titled, 'Heat Treat Processes for Gears'. Click here to access the article and have a read as it will give you great insight into why and how it is done.
