China-Based Forging Factory Specializing in Custom Metal Products

• Customization: Available
• Processing Object: Metal
• Molding Style: Forging
• Model NO.: 0251425532
• Molding Technics: Hot Forging
• Application: Auto Parts
• Material: Steel
• Heat Treatment: Tempering
• Surface Treatment: Sand Blasting
• Forging Tolerance: +/-0.5mm
• Standard: ASME
• Mateiral: Steel Alloy, Carbon Steel, Ss, Brass, Aluminum
• Logo: Customize Available
• Size: Customize Available
• Drawing Format: 3D, Pdf, CAD...
• Transport Package: Carton, Wooden Box
• Specification: customized as drawing, specification
• Trademark: DXCMC
• Origin: China
• HS Code: 7308900000
• Production Capacity: 5000000 Tons Per Year
• Package Size: 5.00cm * 5.00cm * 5.00cm
• Package Gross Weight: 10.000kg

Product Description

Company Profile

Botou Casting Machinery Factory, the illustrious predecessor of Cangzhou Metallic Crafts Co., Ltd, stands as a beacon of industrial prowess in the vibrant heart of Botou. This city is famed as a crucial casting and forging hub within Hebei Province, China, and is conveniently situated just 200 kilometers from the dynamic cityscape of Beijing. With an esteemed legacy spanning over thirty years in the specialized field of custom forging, we embody the rich heritage and pioneering spirit of forging brilliance. Our unwavering dedication transcends mere acquisition of external knowledge, as we ardently integrate cutting-edge methodologies and the most advanced machinery available. Our commitment to perpetual development and innovation ensures that we not only meet, but consistently surpass, the evolving demands of the market. We are devoted to delivering exceptional satisfaction and unmatched excellence to our esteemed clientele.

A GUIDE TO FORGING PARTS

Forging is a revered technique, rich with tradition yet pivotal in modern metalworking. This artistry involves the transformation of raw metal while preserving its solid state, through the masterful application of hammering, rolling, or pressing. Forging harnesses high temperatures to skillfully shape metal and offers a variety of techniques, each with unique benefits.

Forging is heralded as the pinnacle of metalworking, notably for producing components with exceptional physical properties like superior tensile strength, all with cost-efficiency. This excellence stems from the artful manipulation of the metal's grain structure. By eschewing melting, the method uses force to align the grain with the product's contours, resulting in components far stronger than those produced by machining or casting.

At Botou Casting Machinery Processing Co., Ltd, we welcome you to discover the unparalleled benefits of forging. Our company caters to diverse industries with a comprehensive range of expert forging services tailored to meet a wide array of application needs.

AN IN-DEPTH JOURNEY INTO THE FORGING PROCESS

Forging encompasses a vast array of specialized subtypes, each with its own procedural nuances. Yet, despite these variations, most forging processes follow a basic sequence of steps.

• The efficacy of forging is predicated on meticulously designed dies that shape and compress metal to the desired forms. Choosing the right tooling is crucial to achieving the intended shape. Often, custom die designs are necessary to satisfy stringent specifications, especially in large production runs where multiple dies coordinate to flatten, form, or cut.
• Following meticulous planning and precision toolmaking, the transformative stage of metalworking commences. Initially, the workpiece, termed a billet, is cut to size and heated to the precise temperature required for shaping.
• Forging methods diverge significantly at this stage. Depending on the chosen process, the heated billet may be placed between dies or into a preformed cavity and compressed. Alternatively, in cold forging, the billet remains at room temperature and is manually hammered to achieve the desired form.
• To attain a flawless finish, meticulous final touches may be necessary. For instance, certain dies produce surplus material, called flashing, which must be carefully trimmed to ensure a perfect final product.

COLD FORGING VS HOT FORGING

 

Forging is an esteemed and historic craft that has evolved majestically over the centuries into two remarkable methodologies: hot forging and cold forging. These two distinct techniques, each with their own strategic and refined processes, brilliantly transform raw metal into strong, high-quality products. This transformation paves the way for endless exciting possibilities in the realm of manufacturing.

Hot forging represents a captivating process where metal is heated beyond its recrystallization temperature, sometimes reaching an intense 2,300 degrees Fahrenheit. This technique is lauded for its remarkable efficiency in minimizing the energy required to shape metal, due to reduced yield strength and enhanced ductility. Furthermore, hot forging adeptly removes chemical imperfections, ensuring a uniformly consistent metal composition, which significantly boosts overall material integrity and quality.

Cold forging, on the other hand, skillfully harnesses the resilience of metals at ambient temperatures or slightly higher. While robust metals like high-carbon steel may resist due to their strength, cold forging excels in achieving precision with exceptional dimensional accuracy, uniformity, and a smooth surface finish. This method's impressive versatility is showcased through techniques such as bending, extruding, cold drawing, and cold heading, though these may demand advanced equipment and occasional intermediate annealing to meet desired specifications.



ADVANTAGES

• Preserve and maintain the natural grain flow of the metal, ensuring exceptional structural integrity and vastly enhancing the final product's overall performance.
• Maintain and uphold the inherent strength of the metal, safeguarding its unparalleled durability and reliability across a multitude of applications.
• Effortlessly eliminate defects, inclusions, and porosity, thus producing impeccably high-caliber products with outstanding quality and unparalleled dependability.
• Enjoy relatively low production costs, offering exceptional economic efficiency and cost-effectiveness within manufacturing processes.
• Benefit from outstanding production yield and efficiency, maximizing output and ensuring a steady, consistent supply of premium-quality components.

 

HOT FORGING

At Botou Casting Machinery Processing Co., Ltd, our commitment to delivering excellence is reflected in our superior hot forging parts and components, serving a diverse array of industries. Our precision-engineered products are trusted across sectors, from automotive and food dairy to machinery, medical, plumbing, and watering systems. We extend our expertise to mining, petrochemical, electrical, energy, aerospace, submarine, and beyond. Each product is meticulously crafted to embody unparalleled quality and performance.

Heralded as an elite manufacturing technique, hot forging shines in crafting the most robust components within the metal industry. Our expansive capabilities range from producing lightweight parts weighing mere grams to substantial components reaching several hundred kilograms. For parts requiring specific surface finishes, we offer a comprehensive suite of secondary operations, including precision machining and advanced surface finishing, ensuring every piece adheres to the highest quality standards.

 

What Is Hot Forging?

Hot forging stands as a cutting-edge process, where metals are heated beyond their recrystallization temperature. This innovative method reduces flow stress and energy consumption, enabling a faster production rate. It eases metal shaping and significantly lowers the risk of fractures, ensuring seamless manufacturing.

Iron and its alloys are predominantly selected for hot forging due to two pivotal reasons: Firstly, their inherent robustness, such as steel and iron, enhances resistance as work hardening progresses. Secondly, the cost-efficiency of forging these metals allows for subsequent heat treatments that strengthen materials without the exclusive reliance on cold working methods.

Standard temperatures for hot forging are meticulously maintained: Aluminum (Al) Alloys range between 360°C (680°F) and 520°C (968°F); Copper (Cu) Alloys require heating from 700°C (1,292°F) to 800°C (1,472°F); while Steel is forged at temperatures soaring up to 1,150°C (2,102°F).

 

 

 

How are Hot Forgings Made?

In the hot forging process, metals are strategically heated above their recrystallization point to avert strain hardening during deformation. This involves plastically deforming the metal in heated molds, if necessary. Such high-temperature conditions enable the creation of complex shapes, surpassing those possible with cold forging, as the metal gains enhanced pliability.

For superalloys, naturally less ductile, specialized approaches like isothermal forging are adopted to mitigate oxidation. Known also as hot forging, this thermal process maintains the workpiece at an optimal temperature, ensuring the final product is of superior quality and integrity.

Consistently maintaining the temperature of the workpiece is achieved by heating the mold to a level close to or just below the workpiece. This method eradicates cooling between mold interfaces, optimizing metal flow properties and enhancing precision in forming.

 

Advantages of Hot Forging

• Increased ductility: Hot forging endows metals with superior ductility, allowing for effortless transformation into desired forms.
• Complex shapes: This dynamic process supports the creation of elaborate and sophisticated shapes unattainable by other forging techniques.
• High precision: Experience unparalleled precision in the dimensions and surface finishes of forged components, meeting and exceeding rigorous standards.
• Cost benefit: Benefit from reduced production costs and enhanced material utilization, making hot forging an economically wise investment.
• Enhanced stiffness: The process inherently fortifies materials, delivering greater stiffness and durability in the final products.
• Size: Our diverse product range spans from compact 1-inch parts to large 30-inch components, catering to a variety of specific needs and requirements.
• Weight: We expertly manufacture parts ranging in weight from lightweight ounces to robust components exceeding 100 pounds, customized to meet your exact specifications.

 

 

 

APPLICATION

 

Material	Characteristics	Application
Stainless Steel	Corrosion-resistant	Used in steam turbines, pressure vessels, and other applications in petrochemical, medical, food processing industries. Used at temperatures up to 1800 F under low stress and to 1250 F under high-stress.
Low Carbon and Low Alloy Steel	Easily processed Good mechanical properties Low material cost	Widely used at temperature lower than 900 F.
HSLA/Microalloy Steel	Good mechanical properties Low material cost Simple thermomechanical treatment	Mainly used at temperature lower than 400 F for structural and engine applications in the aircraft and transportation industries.
Aluminum	Good strength-to-weight ratio Readily forged	Mainly used at temperature lower than 400 F for structural and engine applications in the aircraft and transportation industries.
Aluminum A356.0	Good strength-to-weight ratio Readily forged	Mainly used at temperature lower than 400 F for structural and engine applications in the aircraft and transportation industries.
Nickel-Base Superalloy	Oxidation resistance Creep-rupture strength	Used at temperature between 1200 and 1800 F. Used for structural shapes, turbine components, fittings, and valves.
Titanium	High strength Low density Excellent corrosion resistance	About 40% lighter in weight compared to steel parts. Used primarily in the temperature services to 1000 F.  Used for aircraft engine components and structures, ship components, and valves and fitting in transportation and chemical industries.

Secondary Operations and Heat Treatment of Hot Forging We Offer: Unlock the full potential of your hot forged components through our extensive suite of secondary operations and tailor-made heat treatment services. These are meticulously crafted to enhance performance and longevity, ensuring your components achieve their highest potential.

• High Precision Machining: Experience the pinnacle of precision and exceptional craftsmanship with our high precision machining services. Each component is expertly crafted with meticulous attention to detail, consistently exceeding expectations and guaranteeing superior results and satisfaction every time.
• Punching, Drilling, Tapping, Bending, Milling: Discover our comprehensive array of manufacturing solutions that include expert punching, precise drilling, accurate tapping, seamless bending, and detailed milling. These services are expertly designed to meet your diverse and complex manufacturing challenges with unmatched precision and excellence.
• Painting, Anodizing, Black Oxide, Powder Coating: Revolutionize the appearance and durability of your products with our extensive surface treatment solutions. From professional painting and premium anodizing to robust black oxide and enduring powder coating, our offerings are crafted to significantly enhance both aesthetics and durability.
• Heat Treatment: Maximize the capabilities of your components with our state-of-the-art heat treatment processes. These techniques are precisely engineered to elevate strength, toughness, and wear resistance, ensuring your products consistently operate at peak performance and longevity.

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