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Universal Batch Quench Austemper Furnace UBQA

AFC-Holcroft UBQA austemper batch furnace – advanced molten salt quench technology

Product details

  • Operating quench mediumMolten salts
  • Quench temperature range180 – 430 °C (350 – 800 °F)
  • Special featurePatented water-injection quench (water-like severity)
  • Load capacityup to 20,000 lbs depending on model
  • Materials supportedSteel + ADI (Austempered Ductile Iron)
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Universal Batch Quench Austemper Furnace UBQA
Universal batch quench austemper system for molten salt heat treatment

The AFC-Holcroft UBQA furnace is engineered specifically for molten salt quench applications, delivering controlled austempering and carbo-austempering performance across a wide range of component sizes and geometries. With industry-leading salt reclaim efficiency and precise temperature control, UBQA systems support high-quality results with optimized media usage.

Technical features at a glance:

  • Patented water injection for water-equivalent quench severity.

  • 99% quench salt reclaim efficiency.

  • Under-atmosphere load transfer to quench.

  • Compliant with current NFPA safety requirements.

  • Modular design for simplified maintenance and future capacity expansion.

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Key Benefits for Your Operation

High metallurgical performance
Accurate austemper results — including deep sections up to 6" (152 mm).

Superior operating economy
Salt reclaim >99% reduces running cost and media replacement.

Built for flexibility
Handles a wide range of sizes and part geometries — from standard to oversized loads.

Digital process assurance
BatchMaster™ control captures and stores up to 10 years of furnace data for full traceability.

Industries

  • Aluminium Industry
  • Automotive Industry
  • Fastening Technology
  • Heat Treatment Facilities
  • Steel and Forging Industry
  • Bearings Industry
  • Aviation and Aerospace Industry

Processes

  • Carburizing
  • Austempering

Parts

  • Automotive safety components
  • Aircraft components
  • Electronic components
  • Gear parts
  • Semi-finished products
  • Cold-pressed components
  • Chain elements
Technical data
UBQA technical data

The following table outlines available sizes and load capacity data for Universal Batch Quench Austemper furnaces.

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We support our customers throughout the entire lifecycle of their systems – from commissioning to ongoing operation, modernization and digital integration.

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Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ – AFC-Holcroft UBQA
A universal batch molten salt quench furnace designed for austempering steel and ADI.<br>
The UBQA uses molten salt media, enabling austempering, carbo-austempering, and marquenching with low distortion.<br>
With patented water-injection technology, quench severity can match water quench behavior.<br>
UBQA systems reclaim more than 99% of the salts.<br>
Yes — the system can integrate into modular automated production cells including handling equipment and companion furnaces.<br>
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