The Induction Process Heating Handbook for Industrial Applications is a quick introduction to basic operations and the many applications of induction heating in industrial processes. The basic principles of induction heating have been understood and applied to manufacturing since the 1920s. During World War II, the technology developed rapidly to meet urgent wartime requirements for a fast, reliable process to harden metal engine parts. Since that time, the applications for induction heating have extended to many manufacturing processes including pre- and post-heat treating, surface hardening, forging, sealing, bonding, annealing, and welding, among others.

When you understand the basics of induction heating, you can comfortably discuss improvements in your process heating systems with induction equipment manufacturers and your local electric utility companies. Knowing the basics of induction can also help you to recognize applications in your industrial operations to implement induction heating. Induction heating is a very clean heating process and for companies interested in reducing their carbon footprint, induction heating may provide an alternative to fossil fuel heating processes. The “Induction Applications” section of this handbook highlights a variety of induction heating examples that demonstrate the value and flexibility of induction technology.