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Better Metal, Better Parts

Austempering is a specialized heat treating process that imparts superior properties to ferrous metals.
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Moving Parts, Moving Industry

The Austempering Process is a useful tool to increase the performance of components across many different industries.
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Making Parts Better For 40 Years

Applied Process has been a technology leader in the heat treating industry since 1978 solving tough engineering problems.
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Why Applied Process

Not Just Better Parts, A Better Process

While what we do at Applied Process is specialize in the Austempering process, we don’t just heat treat your parts to make them lighter, stronger and more durable. We help you replace one material/process combination with a better, faster, cheaper one.

Whether we are a reliable step in your manufacturing process or an efficient supplier of outsourced Austempering services, you’ll find us to be a “no problem”, cost-effective collaborator.

  • AP is the world leader in Austempering technology. It’s all we do since 1962.
  • Our iron and steel metallurgical bench strength is unmatched in the industry.
  • Our dedicated R&D center is always working on the next new technology.
  • AP plants are state-of-the-science, clean, safe, efficient and ISO certified.
  • Most of our business is derived from engineering conversions.
  • AP engineers can provide your team with conceptual and design assistance.
  • We can show you how Austempering can be used in lightweighting.
  • We help your business enter new markets and improve your bottom line.

OUR Services

Stronger and tougher

We specialize in the Austempering heat treating process, creating superior properties in ferrous metal parts: less distortion, higher strength, higher toughness, better wear resistance, lighter components and lower overall cost.

“Applied Process has been an integral part of Alpha 3D’s success.  They provide the highest quality austempering and reliable lead times, with results that are consistent and repeatable.  In addition, the technical metallurgical advice and customer service they provide is truly exceptional.  Although I run a relatively small company compared to some of their larger customers, every correspondence has been handled with the greatest sense of respect and importance.  I could not be more impressed with the service Applied Process provides.”

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Erik Rasmussen

President/Owner - Alpha 3D LLC

“Having worked with personnel at Applied Process from 1994 through 2018, we find that we always know what to expect, and that is outstanding work done with high regard for the personnel involved, along with consistently high ethical and moral standards.  There isn’t much more that you can ask for from the team at Applied Process.  If only other companies could operate at their level of standards.”

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Mark Rottermond

CPA, Principal, MRPR CPA’s and Advisors, Southfield, Anne Arbor, Saline, MI

“The team at Applied Process has been a joy to work with.  Attention to detail, professionalism and a strong work ethic has been consistent throughout the organization.  Their growth and success over the years has been well deserved.”

 

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Ted Wern

Partner, Perkins Coie LLP, Chicago, IL

“The Lethbridge Iron Works vision statement reads: “Our success is driven by relationships with our employees, our customers, and our suppliers”, and Applied Process is exactly the caliber of supplier that we seek out. Leth Iron customers expect the highest quality castings commercially available, and Applied Process is the only company that we can trust to heat treat iron to those standards. When we’re presented with casting opportunities that require heat treatment but don’t fit within our process, I’m always confident that the Applied Process team will provide exceptional service to our customers. Their process control, communication, and consistency set them apart in the industry, and we have been proud to use Applied Process as our austempering destination for over 25 years.”

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Dylan Bruins

Business Development Lead - Lethbridge Iron Works - Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada

“Pier Foundry values the relationship with Applied Process and we work together to achieve solutions for our customers when Austempered Ductile Iron can be of benefit.  AP has three world class Salt Bath Quenching facilities with very technical and professional support staff. AP provides us with competitive pricing and lead times and has very fast turnaround on quotes.  I would highly recommend AP to others who seek service in Austempering and ADI. They are number one when it comes to Austempering and Salt Bath Quench Heat Treatment and the technical support that goes along with it.”

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Duane Rice

Sales Specialist - Pier Foundry & Pattern Shop - St. Paul, Minnesota

Applied Process News

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Applied Process – Oshkosh, WI Facility and Monster Furnace Featured in ‘The Monty’

The story below is courtesy of Gord Montgomery and was published in his newsletter ‘The Monty’ at www.theMonty.com.  Thanks for stoping by Gord, it was good to finally meet you and thanks for featuring Applied Process. “Monster” Batch IQ Furnace. This past Friday we posted a photo of a “monster” batch IQ furnace capable of … Continue reading Applied Process – Oshkosh, WI Facility and Monster Furnace Featured in ‘The Monty’
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Applied Process Hosts Students for ‘Manufacturing Day’

Applied Process hosted its first Manufacturing Day events at our Livonia and Oshkosh facilities on Friday, October 12th to link future generations to careers in manufacturing. In Livonia we hosted students from William D. Ford Career-Technical Center, and in Oshkosh we welcomed students from Oshkosh Area School District. Over 40 students attended in total, and … Continue reading Applied Process Hosts Students for ‘Manufacturing Day’
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Applied Process University

Applied Process University (AP University) is a two-day, non-commercial, invitation-only formal training program that is hosted and executed by the Applied Process family of companies. Learn More