Abbott Furnace Company Delivers 7-Zone Sintering Furnace to Metco Industries

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March 2026

Abbott Furnace Company Delivers 7-Zone Sintering Furnace to Metco Industries

St. Marys, PA — Abbott Furnace Company has successfully delivered and commissioned a seven-zone continuous belt sintering furnace for Metco Industries. The system incorporates Abbott’s latest generation of fully digital atmosphere control technology, engineered and manufactured in-house.

The system is designed to deliver tighter process control, improved repeatability, and real-time visibility into furnace performance. Fully digital flow control, advanced monitoring, and data-driven diagnostics allow Metco to optimize sintering conditions of the furnace, supporting higher quality parts and more consistent results.

Abbott Furnace Company is proud to support customers such as Metco Industries who continue to invest in advanced thermal processing solutions. Projects like this reflect a shared commitment to process control, operational consistency, and long-term manufacturing performance within the powdered metal industry.

About Abbott Furnace Company

Abbott Furnace Company designs and manufactures continuous belt furnaces for sintering, brazing, annealing, and other controlled atmosphere heat treatment applications. With decades of experience in thermal processing innovation, Abbott delivers engineered systems built for performance and longevity.

Media Contact
Jessica Steger
Abbott Furnace Company
St. Marys, PA
Ph: 814-781-6355
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www.abottfurnace.com

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