Heeger Materials Blog

A practical guide to the plasma rotating electrode process, covering spherical powder production, particle quality, applications and selection factors.

This article explains the RF Plasma Spheroidization process for refining metal and ceramic powders, highlighting its key features, advantages, and applications in industries such as additive manufacturing, thermal spraying, and powder metallurgy.

This article explains the Gas Atomization (GA) process for producing high-quality spherical metal powders, highlighting its benefits, key characteristics, and applications in industries such as additive manufacturing, powder metallurgy, and thermal spraying.

A practical guide to water atomization in powder production, covering process steps, powder characteristics, applications and selection factors.

This guide covers the types of ceramic crucibles—alumina, zirconia, boron nitride, and graphite—highlighting their properties and ideal uses in high-temperature and chemical applications. It helps you choose the right crucible for efficient, reliable processes.