The purpose of the study is: the impact of magnetic pulse processing on the performance properties - wear resistance and durability of parts of various units, machines, complexes. Method: the method is based on the use of the combined effect of magnetic fields on a mechanical engineering structure. The behavior of parts under the influence of strong magnetic fields is described. Result: the main advantages of the behavior of the processed material when exposed to a magnetic flux are determined. Conclusion: the use of magnetic influence on structural materials is considered a progressive method, which provides a number of advantages compared to other influences. This method allows you to change the structure of the metal itself, and therefore its physical and mechanical properties, which allows you to improve the performance characteristics of not only parts, but also the product as a whole.