February 2025 Volume 7

EQUIPMENT & TECHNOLOGY

6. Insights for Material Development: The data generated through FEM simulations can also inform material development initiatives. By under standing how different alloys respond to quenching, manufacturers can design new steel grades with tailored properties. Conclusion This study demonstrates that FEM based quenching simulations represent a paradigm shift in steel manufacturing. By integrating advanced modeling tools

with robust experimental validation, this approach empowers manufacturers to opti mize quenching processes with precision, efficiency, and scalability. The result is a win-win scenario: reduced costs, enhanced product quality, and a stronger competi tive edge. Moreover, the environmental benefits of reducing energy consumption and waste generation cannot be overstated. As indus tries increasingly prioritize sustainability, FEM-driven solutions position manufac turers to meet these demands while main taining profitability.

For manufacturers looking to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive market, adopting FEM-driven solutions seems the only way forward. However, it is crucial to understand that validation as this study done by experts is a mandatory step. Models in simula tion solutions are only as good as they are developed and validated by researchers in laboratories such as Missouri University Science and Technology and supported financially by groups such as Peaslee Steel Manufacturing Research Center (PSMRC) and industrials as Nucor Steel Memphis Inc.

Nicolas Poulain CEO Transvalor Americas Corp Email: nicolas.poulain@transvalor.com Phone: 312-219-6029

Fig4.Correlation between Jominy test results and industrial-scale quenching AISI 4140

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