MA steels provide for uniform hardness across cross sections up to 100 mm (4 in.) thick. Cost savings with MA steel forgings are realized through the elimination of heat treatments such as quench and temper (Q&T), when a straightening heat treatment is required. However, some processes require the use of special equipment such as cooling fans, water spray cabinets and conveyors, which can add to manufacturing costs. Therefore, theoretical cost reductions based purely on eliminated processes can be misleading.