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Heat Treating Services

Precision heat treating for stronger, more reliable performance across every application.

benefits of Heat Treating Metal

Increased Strength

Heat treating improves tensile strength, toughness, and ductility, making metals stronger and more durable.

Better Wear Resistance

Heat treatment improves wear performance and the cutting ability of tool steels, extending tool life.

Improved Workability

The process relieves internal stresses and refines grain structure, improving machinability and weldability.

Cost and Property Benefits

Heat treating can enhance corrosion resistance, adjust magnetic properties, and allow use of more economical metals.

Additional Services

Centerless Grinding

At Fry Steel, our high-precision centerless grinding service delivers exceptional roundness and surface finishes to meet your exact specifications. Whether you require tight tolerances for machining or finished bar ready for assembly, our advanced grinding capabilities help save you time and reduce secondary processing by providing material ready for your next step in production.

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Saw Cutting

At Fry Steel, our high-precision saw cutting service uses over 60 advanced saws to cut long bar metals to your exact specifications. Whether you need just a single cut for a custom build or large production quantities, our state-of-the-art sawing capabilities help save you time and money by delivering material ready for your next step in production.

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Why Buy From Fry Steel?

Fry Steel has an ISO 9001 certification specific to aerospace SAE standards AS9100D & AS9120B, so we meet the global industry quality standard. Our suppliers are held to the same standard, and the stock is traceable.

We’re audited every year by International Standards Authority, Inc. to ensure our quality program meets all current requirements.

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Yes. Fry Steel Company offers access to professional heat treating services through a network of trusted processing partners. This allows customers to receive material that meets the required hardness, strength, and mechanical property specifications for demanding industrial, aerospace, and manufacturing applications.

The cost of heat treating varies depending on several factors, including:

  • Material grade
  • Bar size and quantity
  • Required hardness or mechanical properties
  • Specific heat treatment process
  • Turnaround requirements

Because every project is different, pricing is customized for each order. For accurate pricing and lead time information, the best option is to contact a Fry Steel sales representative for a quote.

Heat treating through Fry Steel is designed to streamline the process for customers. The typical workflow includes:

  1. Material Selection – Customers order the required alloy or stainless steel bar from Fry Steel.
  2. Processing Coordination – Fry Steel coordinates heat treating through qualified partner facilities.
  3. Controlled Heat Treatment – The metal is heated and cooled under controlled conditions to achieve the required hardness, strength, or microstructure.
  4. Quality Verification – Material is verified to ensure it meets the specified mechanical properties and industry standards.
  5. Delivery – Finished material is shipped to the customer ready for machining or production.

This approach allows customers to source material and processing through a single supply partner, saving time and simplifying procurement.

Turnaround time depends on factors such as:

  • Material type
  • Bar size and quantity
  • Required heat treatment process
  • Current production schedules

In most cases, Fry Steel works with its processing partners to maintain efficient lead times that align with customer production schedules. Your Fry Steel sales representative can confirm the expected turnaround time for your specific project.