This thick volume compiles 190 ASTM and 200 AMS standards dealing with stainless steel that have been previously published separately in 20 plus volumes. Arranged by committee, the ASTM standards cover all of the standard mill product forms as well as castings, forgings, powder metal products, bearings, fasteners, flanges, valves, wire cloth, needl

Volume 3 helps you and your production team use new materials, choose the most efficient surface and edge preparation techniques, and apply coatings that enhance the appearance and performance of your final product. You'll use this book to analyze the machinability, formability and weldability of your materials, and to help assess heat treatment systems, coating processes and materials, application and curing methods, and more.