Outokumpu, IMS Nederland, and IMS Belgium has agreed that IMS will act as exclusive distributor of Outokumpu Prodec high machinability round bars in the Benelux. IMS is a leading special and stainless steel bar distributor located in the Netherlands and Belgium.
Prodec grades offer industry’s best machining speeds. According to tests (V15 test), Prodec® can achieve machining speeds up to 300 m/minute, resulting in a double tool life compared to competing materials in the market. By using Outokumpu Prodec, customers can optimize machining speeds to gain significant cost savings per component. Machining at higher speeds also helps to avoid built up edge on inserts and leads to a better surface quality and tolerances.
IMS will offer Prodec round bars in the complete size range from 6 mm to 100 mm and beyond on request. Prodec range is available in grades 304L/4307, 316L/4404, 303/4305 and 17-4PH. These are suitable for all kinds of machining applications such as fasteners, valves, pressure fittings, nuts, bolts and screws, gears, shafts, and bearings.
Outokumpu has a century of experience creating efficient, long-lasting, recyclable stainless steels.
