Greater strength
Only the forging process can yield a grain structure oriented to the part shape, resulting in optimum toughness, ductility, impact strength and fatigue strength.

Fewer defects
Forgings are produced from the cleanest steels - thereby minimizing non-metallic inclusions and retained gases which can embrittle castings and plate.

Under the Microscope
Forgings have a much more uniform structure and finer grain size than castings or plate resulting in more predictable and uniform mechanical properties as well as higher yield strengths for any given hardness level. Conversely, localized "soft spots" in castings & plate can develop into cracks and laminations respectively.

Made to Order
Forging is the often the only metalworking process available with certain grades in desired sizes. Click here to check out our extensive raw material inventory.

Economical
Open die forging has no pattern or die costs. In addition, forgings are produced close to final shape thereby minimizing material waste. As material costs increase, forgings become a cost effective alternative to the wasteful process of flame cutting.

Reliability
When reliability is critical, design engineers will often specify forgings. The combination of strength, ductility, uniformity, and cleanliness is unmatched by alternative products.