Kovettimia
Kovettimia is a Finnish term that broadly refers to hardening agents or hardeners. In a technical context, it most commonly describes substances used to increase the hardness, durability, and strength of materials. The specific type of kovettimia depends heavily on the material being treated and the desired outcome.
One significant application of kovettimia is in the field of polymers and resins. Epoxy resins, for example,
In metallurgy, kovettimia can refer to elements or processes that harden metals. Heat treatment processes like