STRESS RELIEVING EQUIPMENT

Machining and welding of pieces can produce internal stresses in several parts. The larger and more complex the work piece, the more tensions will occur. These internal tensions can be detrimental in the long run, creating cracks and other damage. Therefore, the stress relief is often necessary.
The stress reliev is a controlled application of heat, before and/or subsequent to deformation and / or machining, which improves the quality of the metallurgical structure, preventing the formation of residual stresses.
Stress relief can be integral or localized. The temperature is adapted to the characteristics of the treated material during a specified time followed by controlled cooling.