by allen | Aug 20, 2025 | cold work tool steel
In the tooling industry, wear resistance is one of the most critical properties when selecting materials for dies, molds, and cutting tools. Tool steels such as DC53 and SKD11 are widely used in manufacturing sectors ranging from automotive to electronics, due to...
by allen | Aug 19, 2025 | Stainless Steel, tool steel
In the world of industrial materials, stainless steel and tool steel are two highly valued categories of steel products. Both are available in different shapes such as sheets, plates, flat bars, and round bars, each catering to specific applications. Among these, flat...
by allen | Aug 14, 2025 | hot work tool steel
The German tool steel market in 2025 is entering a period of notable change, driven by fluctuations in alloy costs, manufacturing demand, and global trade dynamics. Among the various steel grades in demand, H13 and H11 remain two of the most important hot work tool...
by allen | Aug 13, 2025 | cold work tool steel, hot work tool steel
Tool steel selection and heat treatment have a direct impact on the performance and lifespan of industrial tooling. Among the most widely used grades in tooling applications are 1.2379 (D2 equivalent) and 1.2344 (H13 equivalent). Both are high-performance steels, but...
by allen | Aug 13, 2025 | cold work tool steel
When it comes to tool steel round bars, D2 and O1 are two of the most recognized and widely used grades in the industry. Both are classified as cold-work tool steels, but they differ in composition, performance, and ideal applications. Whether you are a manufacturer,...
by allen | Aug 12, 2025 | tool steel
From my experience, German tool steel producers face a big problem. The costs for key alloy metals like tungsten and molybdenum are rising quickly. I believe this is creating a real financial squeeze. I’ve thought a lot about what this means for companies that...
