Using binder-treatment technology for high performance steel powder mixes
Review of the physical, green and sintered properties of binder-treated materials
Performance of lubricants used in PM applications
The characteristics of various types of lubricants developed recently or under development are presented and discussed with a focus on the compaction and ejection behaviour of these lubricants
Pressing challenging parts on a production scale by using die wall lubrication technology
Review of recent industry improvements and concerns regarding die wall lubricaton technology to press complex parts
Study of compaction and ejection properties of powder mixes processed by warm compaction
Study of the stain formation phenomena in PM parts
Results of a study to find probable causes of MnS formation on the surface of parts made from mixes containing no elemental MnS powder
Novel high performance lubricants for conventional and high-density compaction
Influence of the lubricant particle size and concentration on the ejection behaviour at various compaction rates
Key advantages of high performance lubricants for the manufacturing of PM parts
A review of the major advantages of high performance lubricants over traditional formulations
Evaluation of innovative high performance lubricants for compaction
Evaluation of the behaviour of a high performance lubricant (PR-2). A water-atomised steel powder mix containing 2.0% copper, 0.55% graphite and variable amounts of the high performance lubricant was tested on an industrial press