Key Considerations When Planning to Upgrade Existing Vacuum Furnaces

Today’s competitive environment often requires one to do more with less – to make equipment last longer and run more efficiently. As such, there are several factors that go into making your equipment run to the best of its ability. With our industry becoming more demanding, there has never been a better time to ask the question:  “Where, and in what, do I invest my money with aging equipment?"

This paper offers a close-up look at what is possible when weighing different options for upgrading an aging vacuum furnace, focusing on the many factors that go into choosing the right upgrades and repairs for both your equipment and process requirements. Specific topics covered include:

• The three factors you should always consider before replacing a hot zone
• What is required for data acquisition?
• The role preventative maintenance plays in extending your equipment’s life span
• How much is too much to invest in aging equipment?