Outokumpu showcases Prodec for superior and cost-efficient machining

OUTOKUMPU OYJ
PRESS RELEASE
May 31, 2016 at 9.30 am EET 

On June 1, 2016 Outokumpu will host a Machining Day in its service center in Aalten, the Netherlands to showcase the company’s Prodec stainless materials. Prodec stands for superior machinability and it is Outokumpu’s proprietary stainless steel range that delivers production economy and cost savings. The event is organized together with a Dutch machining association Verspanerforum.

Outokumpu has conducted standardized V15 machining tests by an external laboratory that clearly show that Prodec grades offer higher machining speeds than other competing materials in the market. In the event, Outokumpu will demonstrate turning and milling techniques for both Prodec bar and plate.

Says Kari Tuutti, head of Long Products: “Outokumpu Prodec range of products enable higher machining speeds, longer tool life, and superior part quality with reduced total cost for finished parts. According to our tests, Prodec can achieve machining speeds up to 300 m/minute, which means double tool life compared to the competing materials. When the processing time shortens, our customers can optimize machining speeds to gain significant cost savings per component – depending on the application, the cost savings can be up-to 50%.” Machining at higher speeds also helps to avoid built-up edge on inserts and leads to a better surface quality and tolerances.  

Outokumpu Prodec is available as hexagon, square, flat and round bars, as well as rolled billets and plate in Prodec grades 304L/4307, 316L/4404, 303/4305 and 17-4PH. These are suitable for machining applications such as fasteners, flanges, valves, pressure fittings, nuts, bolts and screws, gears, shafts, and bearings as well as industrial machined components.

Pictures of the event and test and demonstrations are available after the event at http://brandtool.outokumpu.com/l/pNXWLbzjzcCG

For more information:

Corporate communications, tel. +358 50 346 6556

Outokumpu Group



Outokumpu is a global leader in stainless steel. We create advanced materials that are efficient, long lasting and recyclable – thus building a world that lasts forever. Stainless steel, invented a century ago, is an ideal material to create lasting solutions in demanding applications from cutlery to bridges, energy and medical equipment: it is 100% recyclable, corrosion-resistant, maintenance-free, durable and hygienic. Outokumpu employs 11,000 professionals in more than 30 countries, with headquarters in Espoo, Finland and shares listed in Nasdaq Helsinki. 
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