Continuous Mesh Belt Atmosphere Heat Treatment Systems
Fastener manufacturers around the world rely on CAN-ENG’S Continuous Mesh Belt Atmosphere Heat Treatment Systems for their reliability, large production capacities and soft handling features. CAN-ENG builds the largest systems in the world processing up to 7500 lbs. per hour. Our systems process both ferrous and non-ferrous fasteners.
CAN-ENG Mesh Belt Atmosphere Furnace Systems for the fastener industry are designed to:
- Reduce Part Mixing Potential
- Reduce Part Damage/Thread Damage Potential
- Offer Wider Product Size Range Processing Flexibility
- Deliver Greater Operating Efficiencies
- Reduce NOx and CO2 Emissions
- Reduce Utility Consumption
- Reduce Maintenance Requirements
CAN-ENG’s Continuous Mesh Belt Atmosphere Heat Treating Systems meet or exceed stringent quality code requirements and are fully compliant to meet the requirements of AIAG CQI-9 Heat Treatment System guidelines.
CAN-ENG is the industry leader for the supply of Continuous Mesh Belt Atmosphere Furnace Systems. Much of this can be attributed to design innovation, which changed the industry and continues today. CAN-ENG’s equipment leads the industry in up-time reliability, energy efficiency and soft handling features to deliver superior part cosmetics. Standard production capacities are available from 100 kgs/hr. (250 lbs./hr.) up to the largest systems in operation at over 3400 kgs/hr. (7500 lbs./hr.)
CAN-ENG systems are usually supplied as totally automated, turn-key heat treating lines, which include computer controlled loading systems, pre-wash stations, hardening furnaces, quench systems, post washer stations and tempering furnaces. Auxiliary equipment such as dephosphating systems, blackening systems, bin handling, atmosphere generators and full SCADA capabilities are also available to complete the system automation. System features include:
- Continuous production systems that deliver superior part quality.
- High capacity, external belt loading designs that improve throughput efficiency while reducing part mixing and damage.
- Specific design features to minimize possibility of foreign material.
- Proven field reliability and maximum up-time performance.
- Soft handling design features to minimize part damage.
- Maximum fuel efficiency through innovative design and energy recuperation.
- Fully automated SCADA systems with enhanced reporting and data collection capabilities.
- Austempering, carburizing, martempering and neutral and case hardening capabilities.
CAN-ENG also offers Continuous Mesh Belt Furnace Systems Energy Reduction Systems (ERSTM). ERS technology reduces the overall energy requirements, while maintaining the systems output capacity and product quality. There is a 20% reduction of overall CH4 consumption compared to conventional mesh belt systems. A newly developed atmosphere recovery system reintroduces the heat source to the incoming product prior to entering the furnace. Continuous preheating of in-going belt and work allows for energy recovery prior to entering the furnace. The specially designed self recuperative burners integrate high-velocity flue gas recirculation lowering NOx levels up to 50%. Waste heat is reintroduced to auxiliary equipment for improved system efficiency. Reduced heating times allow for additional production capacities.
Continuous Mesh Belt Atmosphere Heat Treat System processes include:
- Annealing
- Austempering
- Carbon Restoration
- Carbonitriding
- Carburizing
- Case Hardening
- Iso-Thermal Annealing
- Martempering
- Neutral hardening
Modern Mobility Industry Aluminum Component Heat Treatment Systems
CAN-ENG Aluminum Heat Treatment Systems are available in flexible and efficient designs for mobility market, fastener, engine and structural component manufacturers. Around the world, engineers seek ever greater energy efficiency, engine life, weight reduction and safety improvements. They are accomplishing this through the creation of lighter vehicles incorporating aluminum in the manufacturing process. CAN-ENG is at the forefront of these innovations.
Our new designs in aluminum heat treatment technology make breakthroughs in propulsion system design and vehicle construction possibilities. These breakthroughs include aluminum drive components, fasteners, suspension components, structural and body-in-white components and beyond. CAN-ENG furnace technology excels where engineering ingenuity and innovation are required. Features of these systems include:
- Batch and High Volume Continuous Designs
- Basketless Heat Treating System (BHTS®)
- Optimum temperature uniformity
- Rapid transfer between furnace and quench
- Complete turnkey systems
- Up to 4500 kgs/hr. (10,000 lbs./hr.) capacity
- Unique water and Precision Air Quench (PAQ™) designs
- Batch and continuous system designs
- Sheet heating for hot stamping and die quenching processing
- Optimum temperature uniformity ±3°C (5°F)
Unique air flow systems provide rapid heating, short cycle and step process heat treatment process designs. Special water, polymer and Precision Air Quench (PAQ™) quench designs eliminate the need for pits or special foundations.
Systems include processes for T4, T5, T6, T7, homogenizing and annealing treatment for today’s mobility industry manufacturers.
Rotary Hearth Heat Treat Systems
CAN-ENG’s Rotary Hearth Furnace Systems provide a flexible, high-volume design for hardening, heating for hot working and heat treatment.
The company’s Rotary Hearth Furnace Systems have been utilized in a wide variety of applications for both reheating and heat treating operations.
CAN-ENG Rotary Hearth Furnace System capacity ranges up to 60 metric tons/hr. (130,000 lbs./hr.) tph and consist of both rotary table and rotary ring designs. Rotary Hearth Furnace features include:
- Loading systems for a wide range of products processing capability
- Hardening or heating for hot working
- System processing capacity ranging to 60 metric tons/hr. (130,000 lbs./hr.)
- Single door and multiple door Rotary Hearth Furnace system designs
- Special energy saving burner technology utilized
- Level II Automation systems including product tracking available
- Multiple burner configurations possible
- Unique reliable table advance mechanism
CAN-ENG Recent Contract News
CAN-ENG Furnaces International Limited has been contracted to design and commission a 6600 lb./hr. Continuous Mesh Belt Atmosphere Furnace System for Metex Heat Treating Limited of Brampton, Ontario, Canada. This new system will be commissioned for the hardening and tempering of high-volume automotive critical fasteners, stampings, and assembly components. The system includes a computerized loading system, mesh belt controlled atmosphere hardening furnace, oil quench system, mesh belt tempering furnace, pre/post wash and the PET™ System for tracking of product status and detailed process data for continuous process improvements.
CAN-ENG has also recently delivered a high-capacity Mesh Belt Heat Treatment Furnace line to Gallos Metal Solutions Inc., Milwaukee, WI, USA. Specializing in continuous mesh belt atmosphere heat treatment, Gallos selected CAN-ENG to provide a custom engineered continuous atmosphere heat treating system to be used primarily for demanding processing including Carbonitriding and Carburizing, while allowing for neutral heat treatment with a production capacity up to 4000 lb./hr.
CAN-ENG has been awarded a contract from a leading Global Tier 1 manufacturer of lightweight forged suspension components. This new North American project will produce high-quality lightweight forged aluminum components for passenger vehicles. The patented rotary hearth furnace system is comprised of a pre-forging aluminum heating furnace, water quench and continuous aging furnace integrated into an automated forging cell that includes specialized material handling components and advance controls for the heating of aluminum billets prior to forging.
CAN-ENG Furnaces International Limited has been contracted to deliver a significant number of different types of multiple unique customers in the United States and Canada of the heating and heat treatment of both aluminum and steel closed-die forgings. The furnace configurations either under construction in the company shops or in the early stages of commissioning include rotary hearth, chain conveyor, roller hearth, mesh belt and cast link belt types. These furnaces will be delivered to Georgia and North Carolina in the USA and Ontario in Canada. They will be used in the production of powertrain, suspension and steering/linkage components for the automotive sector.
COMPANY PROFILE
CAN-ENG Furnaces International Limited was established in 1964 and has grown to become a leading global designer and manufacturer of thermal processing equipment for ferrous and nonferrous metals. The company focuses on the development of high-volume batch and continuous industrial furnace systems for challenging applications. The rugged furnace designs have served commercial and captive heat treaters, stamping and fastener companies, automotive component producers, the iron and steel industries, aluminum foundries, agricultural, construction and appliance manufacturers for over 50 years, with an international reputation for design innovation, quality workmanship and a dedication to service. CAN-ENG’s highly innovative furnace systems provide the latest advancements in energy-saving technology, material handling and automation, incorporating new technology to replace conventional designs and improve production flow and facility efficiencies. CAN-ENG heat treatment equipment offers unequaled reliability resulting in less downtime and high productivity. CAN-ENG manufactures innovative, state-of-the-art equipment that helps customers improve their bottom line and gain a competitive edge. CAN-ENG is an ISO9001:2015 certified company.