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?
Here you’ll find clear guidance on choosing the right amount of gas for your new welding plant, including usage estimates and cost planning.
How can I spot a leak in my gas distribution pipework?
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