Stress corrosion cracking (SCC) doesn’t happen by chance. It takes three conditions at once to set it off: a susceptible material, a corrosive environment, and sustained tensile stress.…
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ULMA Takes Part in the APD North Competitiveness Forum
ULMA joined the APD North Competitiveness Forum (Foro de Competitividad APD Norte), held on October 8 at the Euskalduna Palace in Bilbao and organized by the Association for…
Recycled Materials in Industrial Forging: Feasibility and Current Challenges
Did you know steel is one of the most recycled materials in the world? In industrial forging, though, the question isn’t whether it can be recycled — it’s…
What Technical Documentation Should an Industrial Forging Supplier Provide?
A forged part rarely travels alone. It comes with a set of certificates, test reports, and traceability records that, in many industries, weigh as heavily in the purchase…
Forged materials for offshore platforms: What the NORSOK M-650 standard says
When an offshore platform operates hundreds of meters below the surface, every component on it has to withstand extreme conditions: punishing pressures, shifting temperatures, highly corrosive seawater, and…
Optimizing the Forging Process: how to reduce scrap and increase efficiency
In any forging plant, defective parts and discarded material — scrap — cut directly into profitability. Each rejected part takes with it not just raw material, but also…
How to ensure full traceability in high-risk EPC projects
irstly, it is important to bear in mind that in any EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) contract, the margin for error is virtually zero. Industrial facilities, processing plants or energy…
ULMA Laboratory Achieves ISO 17025 Certification
This certification strengthens our laboratory’s standing and meets the expectations of leading companies worldwide Our laboratory’s accreditation to the ISO 17025 standard is a strategic milestone that reflects ULMA’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. This international certification confirms the technical competence of our laboratory…
Non-Destructive Testing of Forged Parts: A Comprehensive Technical Guide
Non-destructive testing provides unique value in the forging industry, where every component must meet strict technical specifications
ASME B16.5 explained: how it influences the manufacture of forged flanges
Forged flanges are essential components in fluid conveyance systems, and the ASME B16.5 standard precisely defines the requirements that ensure their performance and safety. The standard covers steel…