Comparative Analysis
When Compared to:
Open Die and Rolled Ring Forged Metal Parts Deliver:
Machined Bar
Contoured grain flow yielding greater impact and directional strength
Cost savings in material and reduction of waste
Less machining and longer tool life
Broader material options and size ranges
When Compared to:
Open Die and Rolled Ring Forged Metal Parts Deliver:
Weldments/
Fabrications
Superior and more consistent metallurgical properties
Reduced labor, rejection and rework/replacement costs
Stronger parts due to the elimination of welds
Single-piece design and inspection efficiencies
Simplified production requirements
When Compared to:
Open Die and Rolled Ring Forged Metal Parts Deliver:
Castings
Directional grain flow and superior final part strength
Structural integrity and product reliability
Reduced process control and inspection requirements
More predictable response to heat treating
When Compared to:
Open Die and Rolled Ring Forged Metal Parts Deliver:
Centrifugal Castings
Greater near-net part design flexibility reducing machining time
Sound, quality, rejection-free parts
Cost savings with the elimination of die, mold and set-up costs
Continuous grain flow for the optimum combination of fatigue strength and toughness
When Compared to:
Open Die and Rolled Ring Forged Metal Parts Deliver:
Torch Cut Plate
Significantly greater size and grade flexibility
Elimination of porosity and laminations
Reductions in waste and material costs
Controlled directional grain flow yielding optimum strength, toughness and fatigue resistance
When Compared to:
Open Die and Rolled Ring Forged Metal Parts Deliver:
Closed Die/
Impression Die
Forging
Single and low volume quantity options
Prototypes with comparable properties
Near-net shapes with short lead times and the elimination of tooling costs
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