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| Processing Object: | Metal |
| Molding Style: | Forging |
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Nestled in the heart of the renowned casting and forging industrial town of Botou, Hebei province, China, Botou Casting Machinery Factory, the esteemed predecessor of Cangzhou Metallic Crafts Co., Ltd, stands as a beacon of excellence. Situated just 200 km from Beijing, our factory boasts over three decades of unparalleled expertise in the custom forging industry. As a traditional forging manufacturer, we pride ourselves on not only assimilating valuable industry knowledge but also pioneering the incorporation of cutting-edge techniques and machinery. Our commitment to relentless development and innovation ensures that we continually meet and exceed the ever-evolving demands of the market. We are dedicated to evolving and improving, always with the singular goal of satisfying our customers' needs.
Despite being one of the most ancient metalworking techniques, forging continues to reign supreme in effectiveness today. Fundamentally, forging revolves around the art of shaping raw metal without melting it entirely. During the forging process, the metal is kept in its solid state, while skilled operators employ a range of forming techniques such as hammering, rolling, or pressing to perfect the shape. With a plethora of forging variations available, each offering unique benefits, most processes involve heating the metal workpiece to soaring temperatures to ease the shaping process.
In comparison to casting or other metal crafting methods, forging stands out by delivering unparalleled physical attributes, notably a remarkable level of tensile strength, all at an appealing price. These exceptional qualities primarily arise from the transformation of the metal's grain. As the metal remains unmelted, the dynamic forces of percussion or compression during forging compel the grain to contour along with the finished product's flow. This results in components that boast superior strength compared to their machined or casted counterparts.
CMC Forge extends these formidable advantages to clients across a vast array of industries, providing an extensive suite of expert forging services tailored to meet diverse application needs.
THE INTRICACIES OF THE FORGING PROCESS
The broader forging process encompasses various subtypes, leading to potentially different steps in product formation. Nonetheless, most procedures tend to adhere to a shared overarching framework.
Forging, a cornerstone of metalworking, boasts two principal methodologies: hot forging and cold forging. Both processes sculpt metal into desired forms, yet they each bring distinct characteristics to the table while achieving comparable outcomes.
Hot forging is a transformative process where metal is heated beyond its recrystallization temperature, sometimes soaring up to an intense 2,300 degrees Fahrenheit. The prime advantage of this fiery method lies in the reduced energy expenditure needed to shape the metal with precision. As metals reach higher temperatures, their yield strength diminishes, and ductility is enhanced, leading to easier manipulation. Additionally, hot forging eradicates chemical irregularities, thereby ensuring the superior integrity of the final product.
Cold forging, in contrast, predominantly occurs at ambient room temperature, though it encompasses any temperature below the metal's recrystallization point. While certain robust metals, notably those with high carbon content, defy this method due to their inherent strength, cold forging excels in delivering exemplary dimensional precision, uniformity, pristine surface finish, and minimal contamination. This versatility includes a variety of techniques such as bending, extruding, cold drawing, and cold heading. However, these benefits come with trade-offs: cold forging demands more robust equipment and might necessitate intermediate annealing to achieve desired results.
ADVANTAGES
Embark on a journey with Botou Casting Machinery Processing Co., Ltd, where we specialize in delivering superior quality hot forging parts and components. Our expertise extends across a multitude of industries, such as automotive, food dairy, machinery, medical, plumbing, watering, mining, petrochemical, electrical, energy, aerospace, and submarine sectors, among others.
Hot forging is a renowned process celebrated for producing some of the most robust parts and components, surpassing other metal manufacturing methods in strength. At Botou Casting, we expertly craft hot forged parts ranging from a few grams to several hundred kilograms. For those requiring specialized surface finishes, we offer an extensive variety of secondary operations, including precision machining and surface finishing.
Hot forging is an intricate process that involves heating metal above its recrystallization temperature. This technique minimizes the flow stress and energy needed for metal formation, significantly boosting production rates. The process not only simplifies the shaping of metals but also reduces the risk of fractures.
Iron and its alloys predominantly undergo hot forging due to two principal reasons: Firstly, work hardening of hard materials like steel and iron can escalate the difficulty of manipulation. Secondly, it is cost-effective to hot forge metals like steel before subjecting them to heat treatment, since metals can be further strengthened through these subsequent processes, beyond just cold working.
Typical hot forging temperatures are: Aluminum (Al) Alloys at 360° (680°F) to 520°C (968°F); Copper (Cu) Alloys ranging from 700°C (1,292°F) to 800°C (1,472°F); and Steel can be forged at temperatures up to 1,150°C (2,102°F).
In hot forging, metal is plastically deformed above its recrystallization point, reaching high temperatures to prevent strain hardening. This involves heating metal beyond its recrystallization temperature, then molding it within a heated mold as required. The process allows the creation of intricate shapes that cold forging cannot achieve.
For superalloys with low malleability, isothermal forging is employed within a controlled atmosphere to prevent oxidation. Known as hot forging, this thermal process maintains the workpiece at its peak temperature throughout its formation.
The mold is heated to sustain this elevated temperature, either matching or slightly lower than the workpiece. This prevents cooling between mold-working interfaces, enhancing the metal's flow properties and ensuring top-tier quality of the finished product.
| Material | Characteristics | Application |
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| Stainless Steel | Corrosion-resistant |
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| Low Carbon and Low Alloy Steel | Easily processed Good mechanical properties Low material cost |
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| HSLA/Microalloy Steel | Good mechanical properties Low material cost Simple thermomechanical treatment |
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| Aluminum | Good strength-to-weight ratio Readily forged |
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| Aluminum A356.0 | Good strength-to-weight ratio Readily forged |
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| Nickel-Base Superalloy | Oxidation resistance Creep-rupture strength |
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| Titanium | High strength Low density Excellent corrosion resistance |
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