Braze Alloys
Metals and Joining Centre of Excellence
A Strategic Investment in Innovation
Morgan Advanced Materials Metals and Joining Centre of Excellence (CoE) is at the forefront of brazing and metallisation technology. Launched in October 2017 the CoE is part of Morgan’s global network of specialised innovation centres delivering new material science. The CoE is a global hub for developing next generation joining solutions that enable progress across aerospace, medical, semiconductor, and other high performance industries.
Located at our Hayward, California facility
Key Initiatives Driving Our Success
Innovation Leadership
Our team is continuously developing breakthrough technologies that solve complex joining challenges. Our mission is to deliver differentiated, scalable technologies with measurable customer value.
Customer Collaboration
We work closely with key customers in their R&D programs, delivering collaborative projects to tailor solutions that meet highly specific needs - ensuring that innovation aligns with practical application and commercial requirements.
Technical Expertise
As a knowledge hub for metallisation and brazing technology, we educate and train both internal and customer personnel while leveraging universities and outside research communities.
The CoE is located in Hayward, California, US. The CoE supports the Technical Ceramics businesses which are involved in providing metallic joining solutions and joining ceramic and metal to metals to form hermetic seals. Hayward is Morgan’s largest facility utilising this technology and hence this CoE benefits from close proximity to the business, production processes and customers.
Breakthrough Innovations & Real-World Applications
Our Centre of Excellence focuses on research and product development support for some of the world’s most demanding applications in Aerospace, Medical, and Semiconductor industries.
Flexible Brazing Alloys
Developed a novel patented technology that transforms brittle brazing alloys in flexible wire form, significantly improving application precision in complex applications, including aerospace engine components, heat exchanger systems, and compressor components.
High-Density Medical Feedthroughs
In collaboration with Morgan’s New Bedford facility created a high-density biocompatible feedthrough. This innovation enables greater miniaturisation, reduces invasiveness of surgery, and increases signal transmission for enhanced functionality of implanted devices.
Low-Temperature Brazing Alloy
Developed a melt spun foil alloy based on titanium-cobalt-zirconium reducing brazing temperatures for titanium medical implantable devices. Prevents grain growth and distortion while ensuring hermetic integrity.
High-Temperature Oxidation Resistant Feedthrough
Created new braze alloy grades for aero engine temperature measurement, extending operational limits from 510°C (950°F) to over 593°C (1100°F). Supporting the increasing thermal demands of modern aero engines.