Billet Supply Conditions: Grinding, Heat Treatment and Terms
What to check on a billet order: cutting, heat treatment, spot or full grinding, weight tolerance and the chemistry guarantee.
Cutting and handling
Billets and blooms from Kesari Alloys are suitable for sawing or shearing in the cold condition, and for rolling, ring rolling, forging and upsetting. Lengths go up to 12 metres.
Heat treatment and grinding
Heat treatment, spot grinding and full grinding are available on request at an extra charge. Say on the enquiry if you need them.
Weight tolerance
Catalogue weights are indicative, within about ±3%. Normal weighing scale differences are accepted. Report any weight variation within 24 hours.
Chemistry guarantee
The guarantee on chemical composition applies while the material is in the uncut stage, so test before cutting if you have a dispute.
Claims
Complaints should reach the supplier within three months. In case of rejection, liability is limited to replacement of the material.
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