However, in demanding environments where components must withstand elevated temperatures, aggressive chemicals or specialist performance criteria, traditional steels often prove insufficient.
Spring manufacturers like Micro Spring & Presswork (MSP) regularly support customers in sectors such as aerospace, defence, energy and medical technology. In these environments, standard materials cannot always deliver the mechanical properties or durability required.
Choosing the right spring material becomes critical, and increasingly, alternative alloys offer the solution.
Read the full article in DPA's February 2026 issue