| 1800 |
Hammer Mill |
A machine that crushes materials using a hammering mechanism. |
Unknown |
Revolutionized the ability to crush ore and get finer products. |
| 1820 |
Steam Hammer |
A device powered by steam used for forging metals. |
James Nasmyth |
Allowed for more efficient metal shaping. |
| 1830 |
Bessemer Process |
A method for mass-producing steel by blowing air through molten iron. |
Henry Bessemer |
Significantly lowered the cost of steel production. |
| 1870 |
Electric Arc Furnace |
A furnace using electrical arcs to melt steel and iron. |
Unknown |
Increased efficiency and lowered production costs. |
| 1880 |
Continuous Casting |
A method to cast metal into a continuous form. |
Unknown |
Revolutionized steel production with less waste. |
| 1900 |
TIG Welding |
Tungsten Inert Gas welding, a process for welding with a non-consumable tungsten electrode. |
Russell Meredith |
Improved precision in welding applications. |
| 1920 |
Metal 3D Printing |
Early forms of 3D printing using metal powders. |
Siggraph |
Allowed complex shapes to be printed directly from a digital model. |
| 1930 |
Hydraulic Press |
A machine that uses hydraulic pressure to shape metals. |
Joseph Bramah |
Greatly enhanced the power available for metal shaping. |
| 1940 |
CNC Machining |
Computer Numerical Control machining for automation of tools. |
John T. Parsons |
Brought precision and efficiency in manufacturing. |
| 1950 |
Laser Cutting |
Use of high-powered lasers to cut through metal. |
Unknown |
Allowed for intricate design capabilities in metalwork. |
| 1960 |
Plasma Cutting |
Using plasma to cut metals in various thicknesses. |
Unknown |
Improved speed and quality of cutting processes. |
| 1970 |
Coatings Technology |
Development of coatings to improve wear resistance and oxidation. |
Unknown |
Advanced the durability of metal products. |
| 1980 |
High-Speed Steel |
Steel type allowing for faster cutting speeds. |
Unknown |
Increased efficiency in tool manufacturing. |
| 1990 |
Nanotechnology in Metals |
Use of nanomaterials to improve metal properties. |
Unknown |
Enhanced strength and performance of metals. |
| 2000 |
Additive Manufacturing |
Techniques including 3D printing for producing metal parts. |
Multiple Companies |
Revolutionized prototyping and production processes. |
| 2010 |
Cold Spray Technology |
Technique using propelled particles to coat surfaces. |
Unknown |
Improved surface treatment and repairs. |
| 2020 |
Metal Matrix Composites |
Combination of metals and ceramics to enhance strength and performance. |
Unknown |
Led to lighter and stronger materials for specific applications. |
| 2021 |
Smart Manufacturing |
The integration of IoT in metalworking processes. |
Multiple Companies |
Enhanced efficiency and data-driven decision-making. |
| 2022 |
3D Printed Metal Tooling |
Using 3D printing for creating molds and tools. |
Unknown |
Reduced lead times for tool creation. |
| 2023 |
Biodegradable Metal Alloys |
Development of environmentally friendly metal alloys. |
Unknown |
Addressing waste and sustainability in manufacturing. |