Training

Feb 28, 20223 min read

Metallurgical Investigation Technique Workshop

3-Day Practical Metallography Workshop taking place at University of Wolverhampton

Dec 10, 20212 min read

Solidification: Its Effect on Phase Formation and Linking to Metallography

Simply put, when liquid metal and alloy cools, it solidifies. The rate of solidification and the chemical composition affects the...

Apr 28, 20213 min read

Why should we examine metal?

We look at some of the reasons why metal needs to be examined ie before manufacturing, during, after and upon failure.

Jan 11, 20213 min read

How much does a welder need to know about metallurgy?

There is so much theory about metallurgy which would be impossible to learn it all in a 2-year course.

Dec 4, 20202 min read

An Industrial Mentor doesn't just mentor...

The role of the Industrial Mentor is key in the workplace and M&C's training programme enhances this feature.

Mar 26, 20192 min read

By 2030 the demand for aluminium will be huge!

There is a growing demand for aluminium worldwide as the trend moves towards lightweight construction. Those who are observing the market...

Dec 13, 20182 min read

Is the lack of Metallurgy & Casting training courses holding your career back?

M&C provide CPD training (Continuing Professional Development) for the manufacturing engineering industries relating to Metallurgy and...

Nov 12, 20181 min read

Phase Diagrams

Equilibrium Phase Diagrams contain recorded thermal changes which take place in alloys ie from liquid to solid structure. The example...

Oct 26, 20182 min read

What do Mechanical & Methods Engineers need to know about atomic structures?

From a metallurgical perspective, the atomic structure subject is a requirement which helps you to understand the fundamentals of how...