Why is nickel added to copper?
Nickel is added to copper in order to greatly improve its strength and corrosion resistance. Fortuna
Why is forging stronger than casting?
The mechanical properties of a metal can be significantly influenced by its internal microstructure.
Stainless SteelsWhy is austenitic stainless steel not heat treatable?
It is possible to expose austenitic stainless steels to different heat treatment cycles i.e. differe
Nickel AlloysWhich is better, nickel or stainless steel?
When reviewing the most appropriate alloy for a particular application, it is necessary to consider
Stainless SteelsWhen was stainless steel invented?
The origins of stainless steel are subject to some debate. The general view is that they were develo
Stainless SteelsWhat types of stainless steel are there?
There are several different types of stainless steel as categorised by their internal microstructure
Customer ServiceWhat type of information do you need from me to provide an accurate quote?
In order to provide an accurate quotation, we would need to understand the grade you require plus an
Stainless SteelsWhat makes austenitic stainless steel non-magnetic?
Generally speaking, iron, nickel, cobalt and nickel are all magnetic – or formally speaking, ferro
Customer ServiceWhat machining services do you offer?
Langley Alloys can offer deep hole boring, turning and milling from our in-house capability to a pro