Method and apparatus for in-line heat treatment of hot rolled stock
US6783612B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 13, 2001 |
| Grant date | Aug 31, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 10, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC21D1/32
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Apparatus for the rolling and heat treatment of elongated metal product of relatively small cross section, such as rods and bars, is described in which the elements required for the conduct of a variety of heat treatments are arranged in in-line disposition whereby any of several heat treatment procedures can be performed on the product without need for transferring the product to remotely located heat treatment facilities. The methods of performing various heat treatments through use of the disclosed apparatus are also described.
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