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  • Careers | Scot Forge

    SCOT FORGE CAREERS CAREER OPPORTUNITIES A Place Where Everyone Takes Ownership We're proud to have built a unique culture of employee-owners truly dedicated to providing the best possible quality and service to our customers—and you'll see that ownership attitude and enthusiasm in each member of the Scot Forge team. Discover Current Job Opportunities Furthermore, our high school and college interns not only receive this experience but also gain an hourly wage – letting you earn income while learning about the manufacturing industry first-hand. Discover Apprentice & Internships Meet our people. Discover our spirit. View this video to learn about our unique culture. Everyone's An Owner Scot Forge is a 100% ESOP company where each employee, after meeting certain criteria, actually becomes an owner. Having a stake in the profitability of the company fosters a sense of responsibility to get every order correct, handle equipment properly and fully satisfy each customer. It also creates a progressive atmosphere where new and creative ideas for performing job functions are encouraged, as improvements in any area increase the value of the company and each person's share in it. An All-Salaried Workforce Scot Forge operates as an all-salaried workforce, meaning that all full-time employees (exempt and non-exempt) are afforded a 40-hour paycheck based on normal business and economic conditions. This policy has greatly contributed to a "team spirit of equality" among all employee-owners. A Culture Of Continuous Improvement Scot Forge is a real practitioner of the "continuous improvement process." There is an actual "CIP Leader" whose job is to train employee-owners in how to work on problem solving teams and to understand how valuable and important each of their contributions are to the success of the company. Earn While You Learn CNC Machine Operator Internship - Just one of the development opportunities offered at Scot Forge! Recognizing & Rewarding Service For every five years of service, employee-owners are publicly recognized at an awards dinner and, depending on the length of service, receive jeweled Highlander pins, pens, watches or cash. Additionally, in honor of ESOP founder and Chairman of the Board Peter Georgeson, our Peter I. Georgeson Awards recognize fellow workers who have gone above and beyond the call of duty for the past year. At the annual awards dinner, winners from six categories are recognized and publicly awarded a bronzed Scottish drum major statue and a bronze medallion to put on their hard hats or have framed. Consider, now, a seamless hollow-core Scot Forge forging that is forged at elevated temperatures with dynamic recrystallization (the immediate formation of stress-free grains upon deformation). The stresses introduced during forging to produce the cylindrical shape are immediately removed through the recrystallization of the crystal structure, resulting in an essentially stress-free forging. Consequently, a rolled and welded assembly possesses significantly higher residual stress than a forged seamless cylinder (hollow-core). Furthermore, no thermal stresses from welding are introduced during formation of the cylinder as a seamless forged hollow-core, unlike the rolled and welded plate method. To summarize, the Scot Forge seamless hollow-core forging is far more stable and possesses a higher degree of structural integrity (no welds!) than a rolled and welded cylinder assembly for an often lower overall cost. Proudly Plaid In 1977, the company's name was changed from Atlas Forgings to Scot Forge, and a Scottish highlander became part of the corporate logo. Not only did the new name reflect then-owner Pete Georgeson's cultural roots, it brought a friendlier, more personal image to mind. Along with the new name came a unique sales promotional tool—the wearing of tartan jackets, ties, kilts, scarves and other clothing by the employees. Today, Scot Forge employees are recognized in a crowd with their trademark plaids, and it has brought a certain pride to the employee-owners to be recognized as a member of the "Scot Forge family." Showing Our True Colors An in-house "store" carries casual clothing for men, women, children - and even babies - with the Scot Forge logo embroidered or silk-screened on virtually everything from sweatshirts to "kilt liner" shorts. In addition to the traditional tartan jackets and kilts worn for company functions, employee-owners and their families often display their company pride by wearing this casual Scot Forge logo-wear after working hours. Working Together, Playing Together Scot Forge builds camaraderie among its employee-owners with a variety of social events including annual picnics, golf outings, bowling competitions, canoe trips, and Christmas parties. Opportunities To Learn & Grow Tuition reimbursement and educational incentive programs allow employees the opportunity for advanced skills and knowledge through education and training. Scot Forge reimburses employee-owners classes taken and awards $250 for completing 40 hours of education in a calendar year. These programs give employee-owners incentive to improve oneself and put them in a better position for advancement. The programs promote the importance of education to the individual as well as the organization. Taken together, these and many other corporate programs and policies foster an environment where the employee-owners naturally want to work towards the common Scot Forge goal of providing total customer satisfaction. It is often said that people make the difference and that is especially so at Scot Forge. The combined creativity, enthusiasm, talent and team spirit shown by the employee-owners forms the basis for Scot Forge's success and leadership in the forging industry. Committed To Safety Because We Care Our employee-owners take pride in delivering quality products, on-time, without compromising safety or adversely affecting the environment. By combining teamwork with continuous improvement, we have created a culture focused on sending each employee home uninjured every day. Year after year, Scot Forge is recognized by OSHA and the Forging Industry Association for our outstanding safety performance because each year we purposefully strive to be safer and better than we have ever been before. In 2019, we were recognized by EHS Today Magazine as one of America's Safest Companies. Our company originally won the award in 2014 becoming the very first forging facility in the United States to receive this safety recognition. Read our Safe Start Success Story. Working At Scot Forge Current Opportunities Employee Benefits Here are the top reasons why Scot Forge employee-owners choose to build their careers with us. Career Development Scot Forge offers a wide range of opportunities for individuals to develop, advance and grow. Why Manufacturing Find out why Manufacturing is such a great career choice. Employment Information Scot Forge Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. We can help you today! Name* Phone Number* Company* Email* State/Country* Comment/Request* File upload Upload File NOTE: Please do not upload sensitive documents. For a secure file transfer please call 800-435-6621. Submit

  • Career Opportunities | Scot Forge

    Scot Forge is hiring! Not only is Scot Forge the industry leader in metal forging, but it's employee owned. Click on apply within each job type to read complete details and start your application process. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Discover Your Potential Filter your search by Office, Manufacturing or Internship click on the "apply" links within each job type to read complete details and start your application process. Filters Select Plant Select JobType Clear Filters Positions Positions Available Location Learn More Manufacturing / Production Technician 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Forge Utility 1 Clinton - WI Apply Now Machine Rebuild / Repair Technician 1 Clinton - WI Apply Now Saw Operator 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Maintenance Apprentice 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Saw Operator 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Maintenance Apprentice 5 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Receptionist 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Electrical Engineer 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Manufacturing Engineering Technician 2 Clinton - WI Apply Now Manufacturing Engineering Technician 4 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now CNC Machine Shop Intern 3 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Maintenance Technician 1 Franklin Park - IL Apply Now Tool Crib Group Lead 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Electrician - Project Crew 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Digital Marketing Specialist 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Manufacturing / Production Technician 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Fluid Power Mechanical Design Engineer 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Tool Crib Attendant 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Forge Hammer Helper / Manufacturing Tech 1 Franklin Park - IL Apply Now CNC Machinist / Machine Operator 1 Franklin Park - IL Apply Now Metallurgical Engineering Co-Op 2027 3 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Corporate Process Quality Manager 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Corporate Quality Assurance / Systems Manager 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Maintenance Technician 1 Clinton - WI Apply Now CNC Operator / Machinist 3 Clinton - WI Apply Now Structural Design Engineer 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Night Shift Manufacturing Supervisor / Foreman 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Non Destructive Testing Technician 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Maintenance Apprentice 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Saw Operator 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Maintenance Technician 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Forge Development Engineer 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Forge Utility Worker 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now High School Student Learner SG 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Heat Treat Operator 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now CNC Machine Operator - Machinist 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Total Rewards Manager 1 Spring Grove - IL Apply Now Employment Information Scot Forge Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or sexual orientation, transgender status, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Pay Transparency Policy Statement E-Verify & Right to Work Notice Notice to All Employees & Prospective Employees Scot Forge Company ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI & Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities, contact the Human Resources . Working At Scot Forge CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES Employee Benefits Here are the top reasons why Scot Forge employee-owners choose to build their careers with us. Career DevelOPMENT Scot Forge offers a wide range of opportunities for individuals to develop, advance and grow. Why manufacturing Find out why Manufacturing is such a great career choice. Employment Information Scot Forge Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Featured Jobs: Metallurgy / Materials Science Co-op 2026 / 2027 Spring Grove, IL Apply Now Quality Control Technician Franklin Park, IL Apply Now CNC Machinist / Programmer Franklin Park, IL Apply Now Forge Utility Worker Spring Grove, IL Apply Now We can help you today! Name* Phone Number* Company* Email* State/Country* Comment/Request* File upload Upload File NOTE: Please do not upload sensitive documents. For a secure file transfer please call 800-435-6621. Submit

  • Press Releases | Scot Forge

    Press Releases & Company News Scot Forge Recognized Again as One of America's Safest Companies. Scot Forge wins EHS Today Magazine's America's Safest company competition in 2014 and 2019. Read more... Archive Discussions from the 2018 GPS Scot Forge wins EHS Today Magazine's America's Safest company competition in 2014 and 2019. Read more... 5 Hot Topics from 34SS Here are the top 5 most discussed topics we heard at the 2018 34th Space Symposium and our takeaways. Read more... Ron Hahn Named President of Scot Forge In July, Scot Forge made a big announcement...Ron Hahn has taken over the role of President and COO. Read more... IndustryWeek Features Scot Forge in New Article about Millennial Recruiting IndustryWeek got wind of Scot Forge's partnerships with these large universities while looking for manufacturing employers who have successfully recruited millennials and reached out to Scot Forge. Read the full article here... Scot Forge Celebrates Manufacturing Day Join Scot Forge and show your support of manufacturing by participating in the Traveling Highlander Contest and win $500 for your local Career in Technical Education program! Our future together depends on the ability to strengthen manufacturing. Read more... Scot Forge: NASA's Spaceflight Partner In the December 2014 issue, NASA profiles Scot Forge of Spring Grove, Illinois for the company's involvement in creating the largest rocket ever built for human space exploration. Read more... EHS Today names Scot Forge as one of America’s Safest Companies in 2014 Joining the ranks of other prominent companies such as Honeywell International, Caterpillar Inc., Lockheed Martin, ExxonMobile and Alcoa, Scot Forge becomes the first ever forging company in the United States to receive this honor. Read more... Scot Forge breaks ground Scot Forge commences work on the addition of a new office building at its Spring Grove, IL location. With the new building construction underway, excitement is palpable among the employee-owners at Scot Forge. Read more... Scot Forge continues growth plans Scot Forge has embarked on its eighteenth major plant expansion at the Spring Grove, IL headquarters. Read more.. New State of the Art 90MN Press for North American Forgemasters Ellwood Group Inc. and Scot Forge are expanding the capabilities of North American Forgemasters (NAF) in New Castle, PA, marking the second chapter in the 50-50 joint venture partnership between the two companies. NAF was established by the two partners in 1997 when together they built a 4,500 ton open die forging press. Read more... NASA’S “Curiosity” lands on Mars. Scot Forge provides the traction. History was made at 12:31am Monday, August 5th, 2012 on the fourth planet in this solar system as NASA’s Mars Science Laboratory rover Curiosity descended to a picture-perfect rocket-guided and slowed descent to a gentle, wheels-first, sky crane touchdown on the surface of the Red Planet. Read more... Forging takes flight - Space travel is redefined SpaceDev (Poway, CA) and Scot Forge worked together to make the dream of private space flight a reality, moving quickly from drawing board to launching pad. Read more... Unusual shaped forging breaks ground—literally Scot Forge worked with Deca Industries to create a highly unusual three-spoke forging. The forging replaced a casting used in the mining industry. Read more... Field of Dreams Forgings support Seattle Mariners' new ballpark roof. Forged gear pinions, bull gear rings, wheels axle pins, and connecting pins provide the strength needed to support the outdoor park's 11,000-ton retractable roof. Read more... PET scanner forging successfully replaces casting in PET scanner medical application CTI Molecular Imaging (Knoxville, TN), in a joint effort with Scot Forge recently converting a cast component to a forging in the production of steel rings and hubs for its Eclipse Cyclotrons. Read more... Forging helps preserve maritime history An 8-ton forged master cylinder, with a forged piston and end caps, helped relocate the historic Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. The cylinder was used in the largest U.S.-built jack to save the 208-foot beacon — the world's tallest brick lighthouse — from an eroding shore. Read more... Raising the Roof in a Fault Zone Massive, forged shock-absorbing dampers lend earthquake protection to Latin America's tallest tower. Scot Forge produced the parts to make it happen. Read more... Steel bars combine forging and rolling Scot Forge’s Tartan Bars feature a fully consolidated forged center, and a surface that is finished by multiple-pass rolling.Combining forging and rolling cuts press time in half; produces short runs in short order. Read more... Scot Forge Difference At Scot Forge, we know the importance of getting your parts on-time, as expected. However, for customers new to procuring forgings, ordering a forging that will meet all specifications for end-use applications may be a challenge, which is why finding a trusted supplier and partner is essential. Our employee-owners are here to ensure your project stays on track with our forgings by offering: Forge Design & Engineering Guidance Finished Machining Options Metallurgical Review, NDE & Destructive Testing Forged Products We offer many size forgings in both standard and unique geometries to meet your needs. Complex Shapes Bars Step Shafts, Eccentric Shafts & Rotor Shafts Hollows Hubs & Tooled Forgings Semi-Closed Die Discs & Blanks Pro Tip - Did you know near-net shapes can save you time and money? Oftentimes, a customer calls to order a disc, which they will later machine down to a more shaped part. By working with our technically trained sales team, you can get your finished product shape as close as possible to optimize your production process. We can help you today! Name* Phone Number* Company* Email* State/Country* Comment/Request* File upload Upload File NOTE: Please do not upload sensitive documents. For a secure file transfer please call 800-435-6621. Submit

  • Step Shafts Eccentric Shafts Crank Shaft | Scot Forge

    Scot Forge produces guaranteed sound-centered step shafts, eccentric shafts, crank and rotor shafts from ferrous or non-ferrous materials with any combination of steps and shape dimensions. Forged Step Shafts, Eccentric Shafts & Crank Shafts Forged Step Shafts, Eccentric Shafts & Crank Shafts Advantages of Forged Crank Shafts, Step Shafts & Spindles Your heavy industrial applications deserve the best in strength and reliability. Our years of custom forging expertise allow us to manufacture custom forged crankshafts to meet the most exacting specifications. At Scot Forge, we produce guaranteed sound-centered forged step shafts, crankshafts and rotor shafts from ferrous or non-ferrous materials with any combination of round, square, rectangle or polygonal dimensions, concentric or eccentric configurations and tapers or custom shapes. Our skilled craftsmen produce precision-forged step shafts with dimensional uniformity that other shops can only achieve by rough machining. In addition, our extensive on-hand material inventory lets us manufacture your custom forged steel shafts with short lead times, so don't turn to castings or turned bar for your critical projects. Advantages of Forged Crank Shafts, Step Shafts & Spindles Your heavy industrial applications deserve the best in strength and reliability. Our years of custom forging expertise allow us to manufacture custom forged crankshafts to meet the most exacting specifications. At Scot Forge, we produce guaranteed sound-centered forged step shafts, crankshafts and rotor shafts from ferrous or non-ferrous materials with any combination of round, square, rectangle or polygonal dimensions, concentric or eccentric configurations and tapers or custom shapes. Our skilled craftsmen produce precision-forged step shafts with dimensional uniformity that other shops can only achieve by rough machining. In addition, our extensive on-hand material inventory lets us manufacture your custom forged steel shafts with short lead times, so don't turn to castings or turned bar for your critical projects. FORGE CONSULTATION & CUSTOM ENGINEERING FORGED PRODUCTS FORGE CONSULTATION & CUSTOM ENGINEERING FORGED PRODUCTS Scot Forge Advantages: Short times in the industry Wide range of stainless, carbon, and alloy steels Milling capabilities that bring the product closer to size at reasonable costs Quality controlled heat treating that produces a consistent product Testing capabilities to ensure quality and adhere to your requirements No minimum order quantities for prototypes and short-run situations Produce sizes that aren’t available in plate or bar stock Short times in the industry Wide range of stainless, carbon, and alloy steels Milling capabilities that bring the product closer to size at reasonable costs Quality controlled heat treating that produces a consistent product Testing capabilities to ensure quality and adhere to your requirements No minimum order quantities for prototypes and short-run situations Produce sizes that aren’t available in plate or bar stock Reduced Material & Costs - In addition, our step shaft forging capabilities provide significant cost and material savings when compared to machining a bar to a stepped shape. We can supply step shafts and spindles precision-forged with allowance or rough-machined, which can also include drilling or boring. Continuous Grain Flow & Improved Microstructure - This means your part will have finer grain size, which will reduce the chance of voids and enhance strength leading to better fatigue resistance. Step Shaft & Rotor Shaft Process Highlights The process begins when an entire piece is forged to the major diameter and a fuller tool is used to mark the next step. Then we forge that next step to a smaller diameter or taper to create a contour, while maintaining directional grain flow, thereby giving the part greater strength and fatigue resistance. Depending on the configuration of your part, our Clinton, Wis. and Spring Grove, Ill. plants can forge custom flanged-end shafts with heads that are upset in a variety of shapes, including single, tapered or multiple-diameter. Reduced Material & Costs - In addition, our step shaft forging capabilities provide significant cost and material savings when compared to machining a bar to a stepped shape. We can supply step shafts and spindles precision-forged with allowance or rough-machined, which can also include drilling or boring. Continuous Grain Flow & Improved Microstructure - This means your part will have finer grain size, which will reduce the chance of voids and enhance strength leading to better fatigue resistance. Step Shaft & Rotor Shaft Process Highlights The process begins when an entire piece is forged to the major diameter and a fuller tool is used to mark the next step. Then we forge that next step to a smaller diameter or taper to create a contour, while maintaining directional grain flow, thereby giving the part greater strength and fatigue resistance. Depending on the configuration of your part, our Clinton, Wis. and Spring Grove, Ill. plants can forge custom flanged-end shafts with heads that are upset in a variety of shapes, including single, tapered or multiple-diameter. Scot Forge Difference At Scot Forge, we know the importance of getting your parts on-time, as expected. However, for customers new to procuring forgings, ordering a forging that will meet all specifications for end-use applications may be a challenge, which is why finding a trusted supplier and partner is essential. Our employee-owners are here to ensure your project stays on track with our forgings by offering: Forge Design & Engineering Guidance Finished Machining Options Metallurgical Review, NDE & Destructive Testing Forged Products We offer many size forgings in both standard and unique geometries to meet your needs. Complex Shapes Bars Step Shafts, Eccentric Shafts & Rotor Shafts Hollows Hubs & Tooled Forgings Semi-Closed Die Discs & Blanks Pro Tip - Did you know near-net shapes can save you time and money? Oftentimes, a customer calls to order a disc, which they will later machine down to a more shaped part. By working with our technically trained sales team, you can get your finished product shape as close as possible to optimize your production process. We can help you today! Name* Phone Number* Company* Email* State/Country* Comment/Request* File upload Upload File NOTE: Please do not upload sensitive documents. For a secure file transfer please call 800-435-6621. Submit

  • Casting To Forging Conversion | Scot Forge

    Consider casting conversions for stronger, more sound and technically superior components and a better supply-chain solution. Advantages of Converting Casting to Forgings Why Forging Over Other Methods? Everyday economic and competitive threats, along with part failures, warranty issues and reputational impact drive manufacturing decision magkers to seek metalworking alternatives. SCOT FORGE EVALUATES CONVERSIONS ON A CASE-BY-CASE BASIS. We consider various factors, including the ability to redesign a product as well as the design requirements for the end-use application. Often, this requires engineers to challenge traditional methods and consider new technological advances. CASTING CONVERSIONS CAN FREQUENTLY LOWER TOTAL COSTS. Forgings usually target a lower total cost when compared to a casting or fabrication. When we evaluate cost factors, such as product life-cycle costs from procurement, lead time and rework, as well as costs of scrap, downtime and further quality issues and opportunity costs, the long-term benefits of forgings can far outweigh the short-term cost-savings of castings or fabrications. FORGING FOR COST REDUCTIONS QUALITY ASSURANCE Reducing manufacturing costs. Improving part performance. Minimizing material waste The Scot Forge customer value engineering team brings the knowledge of custom forging experts to work in your plant, helping you to achieve long-term cost reductions, enhanced part performance and improved lead times through: Near-net shape parts not previously available Component reduction - weldment elimination Optimizing your specifications and manufacturing practices Computer simulations to design parts to take advantage of forged properties Customizing alloy development and thermal treatments for your application Optimizing your specifications and manufacturing practices Consider Forgings Forging is a viable solution to your problem if you find yourself in any of these situations: Your component serves as a critical part of a product’s design The current design continually causes issues from your customer’s perspective You waste valuable time and materials on questionable castings Significant warranty issues Fast delivery and breakdown services You could be working on other projects versus re-machining parts (i.e. opportunity cost) The long lead times for the casting design result in downtime and lost revenue You spend considerable time searching for casting patterns or manufacturers You have design control over the end-use product Possible Problems With Castings Casting may be the best option for some applications, but when robustness in design is required many turn to forgings. From porosity to material inconsistencies, casting can cause more problems than solutions. But you can solve these problems by working with our employee-owners, we have advanced forging technology and the expertise to produce forgings for applications that require more complex shapes. Consider converting castings to forgings for stronger, more sound and technically superior components and a better supply-chain solution. The Best Casting is a Forging Having more than 125 years of metal forming experience, we can help you improve part performance and reduce costs. Discover what we can add to your project in the download below. With every order we process, product we forge and quality test we conduct, our goal is to exceed customer expectations in every way possible. We have a technically trained sales staff, as well as industry-specific specialists, who understand your market requirements. Each customer is valued and placed in the capable hands of a dedicated account manager who will see your order through from inquiry stage to order placement, expediting and shipping. By cultivating a personal relationship with Scot Forge, you will find skilled resources to complement your own. Working together, our companies will create a lasting partnership—a partnership that is focused on getting you high-quality products, meeting your time constraints and helping your company be better prepared to go to market. Forging Conversion Profit Improvement: Construction equipment manufacturer A customer’s product had a long history of issues due to poor casting quality. Working with Scot Forge, they were able to transition the casting to a forging which removed all re-work and weld repair from their process and allowed them to provide a better component to their customer. This saved an average of seven (7) processing hours per piece. Defense contractor Scot Forge collaborated with a customer to convert a 22 piece fabrication into a two (2) piece forging design, saving over 500 hours in welding costs per unit. Mining equipment manufacturer Our customer’s casting supplier was not able to meet their production demand due to significant weld repair issues, resulting in a potential loss of a significant amount business. Scot Forge was able to provide a solution that met the customer’s demand and delivery requirements at a lower total cost than the casting, saving money and defending business. Forging Conversion Part Improvement: Product/application Rotor arm Material Alloy Steel Previous processing problems The previous process was a casting. The cast part, because of its lack of directional grain flow, did not have the required strength for the demanding application. Due to the lack of strength, part failures were occurring in the field, and the part had a short life span. Costly repairs and maintenance were necessary because of the frequent failures. Forging as the solution Today the part is forged as a one-piece forging. Forging provides a continuous grain flow which ensures high strength, integrity, and longevity. The improved strength has minimized part failures, as well as the need for repair and maintenance. Product/\application Centrifuge bowl Material Stainless Steel Previous processing problems The part was previously centrifugally cast. The customer required a stronger, more resilient centrifuge able to withstand heavy wear and tear, so production could be increased. To manufacture a stronger centrifuge as a centrifugal casting, the RPMs would have to be increased, and the higher loading would have exceeded the attainable properties of the material. The centrifugal casting tooling charge and process costs were expensive, and a stronger centrifuge required a more costly material. Forging as the solution Today the part is manufactured as a near net forging. Forging permitted the design change to a stronger centrifuge, while maintaining the customer's original alloy choice. The ability to handle increased service requirements due to a stronger centrifuge allowed the customer to increase production by 15% The forging cost for the improved centrifuge was 24% lower than the original centrifugal casting. Product/application Hub for a steel mill rolling application Material Alloy Steel Previous processing problems The part was originally a casting Casting failed to meet critical surface requirements, resulting in scrapped parts. At times, inclusions were not found until after extensive finish machining. Forging as the solution Today the part is produced by forging. The hub is now produced by forging and torch cutting. The part has higher strength and structural integrity due to forging's continuous grain flow. The use of cleaner, forging-quality material eliminated surface quality problems and rejections. Ensuring longevity Reducing cost Meeting surface requirements Make Scot Forge Your Forging Partner The knowledge and experience of our engineers, metallurgists and forging experts work in collaboration with your team, helping you to achieve long-term success. Rather than dismissing the idea as impractical or impossible, call on us to help enlighten you and your team of the technical and/or economic merits of any particular conversion project. We will devote as many resources as needed to provide a thorough review and subsequent proposed solution to your casting or fabrication problems. Related Literature Forging Raises The Bar on Magnesium Die Casting With the help of Scot Forge and Scot Forge’s creative engineering, Sloan Industries, Inc (Wood Dale, IL) discovered that using forging, rather than casting on magnesium die casting goosenecks yielded better machine performance and part quality. Unusual Shaped Forging Breaks Ground – Literally Scot Forge worked with Deca Industries to create a highly unusual three-spoke forging. The forging replaced a casting used in the mining industry. PET Scanner Forging successfully replaces casting PET scanner in medical application CTI Molecular Imaging (Knoxville, TN), in a joint effort with Scot Forge recently converting a cast component to a forging in the production of steel rings and hubs for its Eclipse Cyclotrons. Scot Forge Difference At Scot Forge, we know the importance of getting your parts on-time, as expected. However, for customers new to procuring forgings, ordering a forging that will meet all specifications for end-use applications may be a challenge, which is why finding a trusted supplier and partner is essential. Our employee-owners are here to ensure your project stays on track with our forgings by offering: Forge Design & Engineering Guidance Finished Machining Options Metallurgical Review, NDE & Destructive Testing Quality Assurance Scot Forge is proud to be ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified , and our team is committed to providing outstanding customer satisfaction. Further pursuance of aerospace products has led to NADCAP accreditation in both Heat Treatment for nickel material and Nondestructive Testing. Every Scot Forge customer gets placed with a qualified team that will guide each nickel forging delivered from the inquiry stage to order placement, expediting and shipping. Forged Products We offer many size forgings in both standard and unique geometries to meet your needs. Complex Shapes Bars Step Shafts, Eccentric Shafts & Rotor Shafts Hollows Hubs & Tooled Forgings Semi-Closed Die Discs & Blanks We can help you today! Name* Phone Number* Company* Email* State/Country* Comment/Request* File upload Upload File NOTE: Please do not upload sensitive documents. For a secure file transfer please call 800-435-6621. Submit

  • Hollows | Scot Forge

    Scot Forge produces hollow tube-like forgings in diameters up to 90" with an as-forged 3" minimum wall thickness and up to 360" long or 100,000 lbs., in ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Hollow Tube Forgings Hollow Tube Forgings Why Forged Hollows? At Scot Forge, we offer a better option than - solid steel bars require boring; steel tubes that frequently need excess machining; or castings that often do not meet internal part strength specifications. We produce hollow tube-like forgings in diameters up to 90" with a 2" minimum wall thickness and up to 360" long or 300,000 lbs., in ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Why Forged Hollows? At Scot Forge, we offer a better option than - solid steel bars require boring; steel tubes that frequently need excess machining; or castings that often do not meet internal part strength specifications. We produce hollow tube-like forgings in diameters up to 90" with a 2" minimum wall thickness and up to 360" long or 300,000 lbs., in ferrous and non-ferrous materials. FORGE CONSULTATION SERVICES FORGED PRODUCTS Forged Hollow Tube Advantages Cutting waste Reduced machining Improved integrity FORGE CONSULTATION SERVICES FORGED PRODUCTS Hollows Process Highlights Forging a hollow tube begins by making an upset preform, then punching a hole through the center. The preform is then drawn out over a mandrel to the specified length and O.D./I.D. configuration. Various Shapes Hollows can be produced not only in a straight cylindrical shape but with unlimited variations of O.D.s and I.D.s, including tapers. We also provide closed-end cylinders, both with and without flanges, in various wall thicknesses and cylinder end configurations to accommodate our customers' requirements. Forged Hollows Time & Cost Savings Because the inside diameter of the hollow is forged rather than bored from a solid bar, Scot Forge eliminates the need for additional machining, customers save time, money and reduce material waste. Scot Forge saves production time and increases part strength for customers by producing hollow parts, such as flange hollows, as single components rather than several components welded together. Scot Forge Difference At Scot Forge, we know the importance of getting your parts on-time, as expected. However, for customers new to procuring forgings, ordering a forging that will meet all specifications for end-use applications may be a challenge, which is why finding a trusted supplier and partner is essential. Our employee-owners are here to ensure your project stays on track with our forgings by offering: Forge Design & Engineering Guidance Finished Machining Options Metallurgical Review, NDE & Destructive Testing Forged Products We offer many size forgings in both standard and unique geometries to meet your needs. Complex Shapes Bars Step Shafts, Eccentric Shafts & Rotor Shafts Hollows Hubs & Tooled Forgings Semi-Closed Die Discs & Blanks Pro Tip - Did you know near-net shapes can save you time and money? Oftentimes, a customer calls to order a disc, which they will later machine down to a more shaped part. By working with our technically trained sales team, you can get your finished product shape as close as possible to optimize your production process. We can help you today! Name* Phone Number* Company* Email* State/Country* Comment/Request* File upload Upload File NOTE: Please do not upload sensitive documents. For a secure file transfer please call 800-435-6621. Submit

  • ABOUT US | Scot Forge

    THE SCOT FORGE DIFFERENCE Forging A Better Future Through the unwavering commitment of our employee-owners, we will forge a better future for those we serve: our customers, fellow owners, suppliers and communities. The foundation of our commitment is our unique employee-owned culture, which embodies the values of safety, personal accountability, integrity, continuous improvement, learning and collaboration. Forging A Better Future Through the unwavering commitment of our employee-owners, we will forge a better future for those we serve: our customers, fellow owners, suppliers and communities. The foundation of our commitment is our unique employee-owned culture, which embodies the values of safety, personal accountability, integrity, continuous improvement, learning and collaboration. GIVING BACK TO OUR COMMUNITIES CUSTOMER COMMITMENT GIVING BACK TO OUR COMMUNITIES CUSTOMER COMMITMENT We Build Our Business Around Your Needs We’re dedicated to customer satisfaction by supporting numerous programs and resources designed to ensure you receive quality products and services. Scot Forge offers every customer: Dedicated technical expertise Cost and component reduction analysis Near-net shapes and customized quantities Program management Fast delivery and breakdown services *Certification must be specified at time of quotation A vast inventory of materials and tools Value-added, secondary services Certifications to ISO 9001:2015, AS9100D, Nadcap Heat Treating and Non-Destructive Testing*, ABS*, DNV* and Lloyd's Register* We Build Our Business Around Your Needs We’re dedicated to customer satisfaction by supporting numerous programs and resources designed to ensure you receive quality products and services. Scot Forge offers every customer: Dedicated technical expertise Cost and component reduction analysis Near-net shapes and customized quantities Program management Fast delivery and breakdown services A vast inventory of materials and tools Value-added, secondary services Certifications to ISO 9001:2015, AS9100D, Nadcap Heat Treating and Non-Destructive Testing*, ABS*, DNV* and Lloyd's Register* *Certification must be specified at time of quotation Discover More About Scot Forge Our History Starting as a small hammer shop in Chicago in 1893, Scot Forge has 130 years of experience. Today we have the capability to forge parts weighing up to 300,000 lbs. and roll seamless rings up to 252" in diameter. Our Unique Culture Discover our spirit. Learn about our unique culture. Manufacturing Facilities Customized equipment and creative operating techniques at multiple locations enable us to manufacture forged products that conform to your exact specifications. Quality and Certifications At Scot Forge, every employee-owner is dedicated to achieving the goal of total customer satisfaction by safely supplying the highest-quality forgings and services possible. Press Releases and Company News See what’s new and exciting at Scot Forge. Discover More About Scot Forge Our History Starting as a small hammer shop in Chicago in 1893, Scot Forge has 130 years of experience. Today we have the capability to forge parts weighing up to 300,000 lbs. and roll seamless rings up to 252" in diameter. Our Unique Culture Discover our spirit. Learn about our unique culture. Manufacturing Facilities Customized equipment and creative operating techniques at multiple locations enable us to manufacture forged products that conform to your exact specifications. Quality and Certifications At Scot Forge, every employee-owner is dedicated to achieving the goal of total customer satisfaction by safely supplying the highest-quality forgings and services possible. Press Releases and Company News See what’s new and exciting at Scot Forge. We can help you today! Name* Phone Number* Company* Email* State/Country* Comment/Request* File upload Upload File NOTE: Please do not upload sensitive documents. For a secure file transfer please call 800-435-6621. Submit

  • Renewable Energy | Scot Forge

    FORGING RENEWABLE ENERGY COMPONENTS FORGINGS FOR ENERGY STORAGE Renewable Energy OEMs Are Forging The Future With Scot Forge Your team is engineering the advancements in renewable energy infrastructure, and our team offers the large-scale forging knowledge and expertise to bring your project to completion. We create precision-crafted, forged solutions for renewable energy structures and components, critical for solar, geothermal, wind, hydro and biomass. When quality can't be compromised, in an industry that demands parts withstand the harshest environments, OEMs turn to Scot Forge. TURBINES FORGE ENGINEERING Keeping power flowing to homes and businesses is vital for everyday life and economic strength. Generating billions in commercial activity, the renewable energy industry, backed by clean energy initiatives, brings countless opportunities for the innovation, manufacturing and export of green energy technology. Solar, wind, hydro, geothermal and bioenergy are all renewable energy resources that can capitalize on the inherently superior properties of forgings. Renewable Energy Forged Parts Whether the application is wind, hydro, biomass or solar, we provide forged shapes, which come with the inherent benefits of forgings, for renewable energy turbines, generators, compressors, gearboxes, heat exchangers and blowers. Rings (Full/Segmented): Diaphragms, stators, spacers, retainers, motor ends, shear resistances, locks, seals, adapter or spherical seats, flanges and sleeves Shafts: rotors, Generators and turbines Discs and Hubs: Covers, wheels, suction/discharge end caps, adapters, impellers, tube sheets and nozzles Complex Shapes: Bucket/fan blade stock and turbine blades Additional Shapes: Casings, spacers, centrifuge bowls, bearing blocks, shells and transition cones Wind Power Whether you are farming wind on land or have an off-shore wind project, we forge American-made components from US materials. Including the essential parts in the nacelle (gearbox, high-speed shaft, low-speed shaft and brake), the yaw drive for upwind turbines (shaft and gear) and tower components for both downwind and upwind turbines. Biomass Power Converting biomass to energy is done through various processes such as direct combustion, thermochemical, chemical and biological conversion – to create solid, gaseous and liquid fuels. The need for components to withstand high heat, pressure and caustic environments during these processes makes forgings an ideal choice for biomass power production. At Scot Forge, we have experience manufacturing forgings for kiln components, much like those used in the pyrolysis process and reactor components, like those needed for the hydrotreating process, to produce bio-oil, biodiesel, renewable gas and renewable jet fuel. Geothermal Power At Scot Forge, our expertise in markets relatable to the geothermal power extraction process makes us an ideal manufacturing partner for forging geothermal power generation components. Converting the Earth's natural heat into energy involves many parts we are familiar with, from forged bar used in drilling for steam to blades for turbines, shafts for generators and blanks for gearboxes. Hydropower Hydropower is converting water's kinetic energy into electricity. All but two states (Delaware and Mississippi) use hydropower in their energy mix. With decades of experience manufacturing components for turbines, we can support your project whether you are working with impulse turbines or reaction turbines. Many forgings like rings, discs and shafts are ideal for components such as blades, wheels and driveshafts for both turbines and generators. Solar Energy Solar energy is critical to the energy mix with a couple of energy harvesting methods. First, by exciting electrons, using panels allows for the collection and transfer of energy. Another technique uses heliostats to reflect the sun's rays and use thermal processes to heat water or salt and transfer energy. Solar energy harvesting employs turbines, and solar panels frequently require gearing in the manufacturing process, which are great applications for forgings. On-Time Delivery - Our Priority With a long history of working in the industry, we understand how crucial on-time delivery can be. The Scot Forge Power Generation Services Team is well-versed in the pre- and post-award requirements, from material-process plans to NDE procedures. We know the right steps to take in order to deliver your product on time. Emergency Response Our Power Generation Services Team knows that in times of unplanned outages or critical situations, thousands—if not millions—of dollars can be lost each day. As a result, we have established an emergency response program that allows for daily entry of breakdown and rush orders for immediate production response. A Vast Inventory of Materials We maintain an extensive inventory of ferrous and non-ferrous materials and can quickly provide vacuum degassed air melt, ESR or VAR for improved cleanliness levels. Our parts are supplied using the highest-quality material available. Power generation-specific materials include carbon, alloy, stainless steel, copper base, nickel base and custom-melt alloys that meet OEM specifications. Flexible sizes, shapes and quantities No matter the grade of material or shape and size of the part, our facilities are designed to support both single-piece and high-volume manufacturing. Questions? Contact a Forging Expert Scot Forge Difference At Scot Forge, we know the importance of getting your parts on-time, as expected. However, for customers new to procuring forgings, ordering a forging that will meet all specifications for end-use applications may be a challenge, which is why finding a trusted supplier and partner is essential. Our employee-owners are here to ensure your project stays on track with our forgings by offering: Forge Design & Engineering Guidance Finished Machining Options Metallurgical Review, NDE & Destructive Testing Forged Products We offer many size forgings in both standard and unique geometries to meet your needs. Complex Shapes Bars Step Shafts, Eccentric Shafts & Rotor Shafts Hollows Hubs & Tooled Forgings Semi-Closed Die Discs & Blanks Pro Tip - Did you know near-net shapes can save you time and money? Oftentimes, a customer calls to order a disc, which they will later machine down to a more shaped part. By working with our technically trained sales team, you can get your finished product shape as close as possible to optimize your production process. We can help you today! Name* Phone Number* Company* Email* State/Country* Comment/Request* File upload Upload File NOTE: Please do not upload sensitive documents. For a secure file transfer please call 800-435-6621. Submit

  • Finishing Capabilities | Scot Forge

    Finishing Capabilities Machining Services Scot Forge employee-owners, coupled with our trusted outsource partners, can take your components from ingot to finish machined - and everywhere in between. If you want rough turned or finished complete parts, our team can meet the challenge. This service will not only reduce your supply chain needs and cap costs, but it will also lower your risk of discovering a defect in a part that has significant time and money put into it. As a result, your team can focus on other more lucrative areas of your business, knowing our owners deliver reliable parts, on-time. Machining Capabilities Scot Forge employee-owners operate more than 100 CNC and manual machining centers with the ability to mill or bore parts in-house with finishes ranging from 32 to 500 RMS. By putting minutes on our machines, you can free up capacity for other more profitable activities and save wear and tear on your machines. We partner with premier machine tool builders worldwide to custom design our machine tools to meet our customers' performance and reliability demands. Saw Capabilities We are capable of cutting ingots, billets, test pieces and finished shapes. Our employee-owners operate more than two dozen carbide and band saws as well as a hot abrasive saw, to get the job done. With capabilities of cutting material up to 64" square, we operate over two dozen carbide and band saws and a hot abrasive saw, each serving a different purpose. Scot Forge Difference At Scot Forge, we know the importance of getting your parts on-time, as expected. However, for customers new to procuring forgings, ordering a forging that will meet all specifications for end-use applications may be a challenge, which is why finding a trusted supplier and partner is essential. Our employee-owners are here to ensure your project stays on track with our forgings by offering: Forge Design & Engineering Guidance Finished Machining Options Metallurgical Review, NDE & Destructive Testing Forged Products We offer many size forgings in both standard and unique geometries to meet your needs. Complex Shapes Bars Step Shafts, Eccentric Shafts & Rotor Shafts Hollows Hubs & Tooled Forgings Semi-Closed Die Discs & Blanks Pro Tip - Did you know near-net shapes can save you time and money? Oftentimes, a customer calls to order a disc, which they will later machine down to a more shaped part. By working with our technically trained sales team, you can get your finished product shape as close as possible to optimize your production process. We can help you today! Name* Phone Number* Company* Email* State/Country* Comment/Request* File upload Upload File NOTE: Please do not upload sensitive documents. For a secure file transfer please call 800-435-6621. Submit

  • Forged Block, Rectangle, & Hex Bars | Scot Forge

    Scot Forge provides custom block, rectangle or hex bars in sizes from 3" up to 65" depending on weight, in both ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Custom Forged Block, Rectangle & Hex Bars Forged Block, Rectangle & Hex Bar Advantages Improve your profits with less material waste, shipping costs and machining. Our custom forged bock, rectangle and hex bar not only allow for a near-net shape, but they also have inherent advantages achieved through the forging process. You can count on us to provide quality forgings you demand, on time. At Scot Forge, we create custom forged rectangle or hex bars in sizes from 3" up to 65" depending on weight, in both ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Our rectangle and hex forged bars are used for a wide variety of industries, such as Service Centers , Shipbuilding , OEM, Defense and Mining . Forged Block, Rectangle & Hex Bar Advantages Improve your profits with less material waste, shipping costs and machining. Our custom forged bock, rectangle and hex bar not only allow for a near-net shape, but they also have inherent advantages achieved through the forging process. You can count on us to provide quality forgings you demand, on time. At Scot Forge, we create custom forged rectangle or hex bars in sizes from 3" up to 65" depending on weight, in both ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Our rectangle and hex forged bars are used for a wide variety of industries, such as Service Centers , Shipbuilding , OEM, Defense and Mining . FORGED PRODUCTS FORGE CONSULTATION SERVICES FORGED PRODUCTS FORGE CONSULTATION SERVICES FORGED BLOCK & BAR PRODUCTS Forged Block & Bar Products Round Bar Tartan Bar® Bar Stock Capabilities Round Bar Tartan Bar® Bar Stock Capabilities Do you have repeat or blanket orders? As an employee-owned company, we take pride in working closely with you to meet your unique needs and have the flexibility of a small business to make personalized solutions. Let us help set you up for success while buffering you from changing material costs by setting up delivery releases. Do you have repeat or blanket orders? As an employee-owned company, we take pride in working closely with you to meet your unique needs and have the flexibility of a small business to make personalized solutions. Let us help set you up for success while buffering you from changing material costs by setting up delivery releases. Forged Hex Bar Process Highlights Forged sound centers with 3-to-1 reduction Available in "as forged" or mill surface finishes No minimum buys on stocking grades Flexibility on size/grade/specification/testing requirements We can forge or machine product over your finish sizes to give you stock to allow cleanup Forged Hex Bar Process Highlights Forged sound centers with 3-to-1 reduction Available in "as forged" or mill surface finishes No minimum buys on stocking grades Flexibility on size/grade/specification/testing requirements We can forge or machine product over your finish sizes to give you stock to allow cleanup Scot Forge Difference At Scot Forge, we know the importance of getting your parts on-time, as expected. However, for customers new to procuring forgings, ordering a forging that will meet all specifications for end-use applications may be a challenge, which is why finding a trusted supplier and partner is essential. Our employee-owners are here to ensure your project stays on track with our forgings by offering: Forge Design & Engineering Guidance Finished Machining Options Metallurgical Review, NDE & Destructive Testing Quality Assurance Scot Forge is proud to be ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified , and our team is committed to providing outstanding customer satisfaction. Further pursuance of aerospace products has led to NADCAP accreditation in both Heat Treatment for nickel material and Nondestructive Testing. Every Scot Forge customer gets placed with a qualified team that will guide each nickel forging delivered from the inquiry stage to order placement, expediting and shipping. Forged Products We offer many size forgings in both standard and unique geometries to meet your needs. Complex Shapes Bars Step Shafts, Eccentric Shafts & Rotor Shafts Hollows Hubs & Tooled Forgings Semi-Closed Die Discs & Blanks We can help you today! Name* Phone Number* Company* Email* State/Country* Comment/Request* File upload Upload File NOTE: Please do not upload sensitive documents. For a secure file transfer please call 800-435-6621. Submit

  • Advantages of Forging Processes | Scot Forge

    Advantages of Forgings & Forging Processes Forging 101 - What Is Forging? At its most basic level, forging is the process of forming and shaping metals through the use of hammering, pressing or rolling. The process begins with starting stock, usually a cast ingot (or a "cogged" billet which has already been forged from a cast ingot), which is heated to its plastic deformation temperature, then upset or "kneaded" between dies to the desired shape and size. In the next several pages, you can learn the basics about the open die and rolled ring forging process, its applications and benefits. STRUCTURAL ADVANTAGES ECONOMIC ADVANTAGES Comparative Analysis We know that you have many options for manufacturing your key components so here is a brief overview of: Forgings v. Machined Bar Forging v. Weldments/Fabrications Forging v. Castings Forging v. Centrifugal Castings Forging v. Torch Cut Plate Forging v. Closed Die/ Impression Forging Metal Forging Process When buyers must select a process and supplier for the production of a critical metal component, they face an enormous array of possible alternatives. Many metalworking processes are now available, each offering a unique set of capabilities, costs and advantages. The forging process is ideally suited to many part applications; however, some buyers may be unaware of the exclusive benefits available only from this form of metal forming. In fact, forging is often the optimum process, in terms of both part quality and cost, especially for applications that require maximum part strength, custom sizes or critical performance specifications. There are several forging processes available, including impression or closed die, cold forging, and extrusion. However, here we will discuss in detail the methods, application and comparative benefits of the open die and seamless rolled ring forging processes. We invite you to consider this information when selecting the optimum process for the production of your metal parts. A historical perspective on metal forging To meet the changing needs of industry, forging has evolved to incorporate the tremendous advances in equipment, robotics, computers and electronic controls that have occurred in recent years. These sophisticated tools complement the creative human skills which, even today, are essential to the success of every metal forging made. Modern forging plants are capable of producing superior-quality metal parts in a virtually limitless array of sizes, shapes, materials and finishes. During this hot forging process, the cast, coarse grain structure is broken up and replaced by finer grains. Shrinkage and gas porosity inherent in the cast metal are consolidated through the reduction of the ingot, achieving sound centers and structural integrity. Mechanical properties are therefore improved through reduction of cast structure, voids and segregation. Forging also provides means for aligning the grain flow to best obtain desired directional strengths. Secondary processing, such as heat treating, can also be used to further refine the part. Forging can create a myriad of sizes and shapes with enhanced properties when compared to castings or assemblies. Go to next section: The open die forging process FORGING PROCESS OPEN DIE FORGING PROCESS SEAMLESS ROLLED RINGS Scot Forge Difference At Scot Forge, we know the importance of getting your parts on-time, as expected. However, for customers new to procuring forgings, ordering a forging that will meet all specifications for end-use applications may be a challenge, which is why finding a trusted supplier and partner is essential. Our employee-owners are here to ensure your project stays on track with our forgings by offering: Forge Design & Engineering Guidance Finished Machining Options Metallurgical Review, NDE & Destructive Testing Forged Products We offer many size forgings in both standard and unique geometries to meet your needs. Complex Shapes Bars Step Shafts, Eccentric Shafts & Rotor Shafts Hollows Hubs & Tooled Forgings Semi-Closed Die Discs & Blanks Pro Tip - Did you know near-net shapes can save you time and money? Oftentimes, a customer calls to order a disc, which they will later machine down to a more shaped part. By working with our technically trained sales team, you can get your finished product shape as close as possible to optimize your production process. Scot Forge Difference At Scot Forge, we know the importance of getting your parts on-time, as expected. However, for customers new to procuring forgings, ordering a forging that will meet all specifications for end-use applications may be a challenge, which is why finding a trusted supplier and partner is essential. Our employee-owners are here to ensure your project stays on track with our forgings by offering: Forge Design & Engineering Guidance Finished Machining Options Metallurgical Review, NDE & Destructive Testing Forged Products We offer many size forgings in both standard and unique geometries to meet your needs. Complex Shapes Bars Step Shafts, Eccentric Shafts & Rotor Shafts Hollows Hubs & Tooled Forgings Semi-Closed Die Discs & Blanks Pro Tip - Did you know near-net shapes can save you time and money? Oftentimes, a customer calls to order a disc, which they will later machine down to a more shaped part. By working with our technically trained sales team, you can get your finished product shape as close as possible to optimize your production process. We can help you today! 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  • Why Manufacturing | Scot Forge

    Manufacturing is a great field for a variety of reasons. Learn more about what you can earn and save by choosing a career in manufacturing! Why Manufacturing? Thinking About A Career In Manufacturing? Manufacturers represent the backbone of the innovation economy and do most of the nation's Research and Development. They employ many skilled workers, from engineers and programmers to technicians and logistics managers. They are a major source of employment. FACTS ABOUT MANUFACTURING WHY CHOOSE MANUFACTURING Useful Education Manufacturing-Focused Skills Math for technicians Safety Hand tools Electrical systems Blueprint reading Power tools Lean manufacturing Measurement and quality control Pneumatics Hydraulics Sensor technology Robotics Material handling Computer integrated manufacturing Millions of Future Jobs According to a study by Deloitte and the Manufacturing Institute, over the next decade, nearly 3.5 million manufacturing jobs will likely be needed and two million are expected to go unfilled due to the gap between the talent manufacturers’ need to keep growing their businesses and the talent they can actually find. A Better, Safer Work Environment A large cause of the gap is a lack of knowledge and understanding about what a career in manufacturing actually looks like. The stereotype over the years has been that work is monotonous and factories are dark, dirty and dangerous places. The truth is that manufacturing plants are very technologically advanced places and a lot of the work that is manufactured is highly mechanized. Lucrative Careers, Not Just Jobs Unlike many other industries that only provide jobs, manufacturing provides careers. Educators, administrators and staff need to realize not all students are bound for college and a four-year degree. Instead, they need to understand alternatives where people can earn a good living wage without straddling themselves with debt. Many intelligent individuals struggle with traditional high school learning and test-taking. These students are more visual learners and tend to be mechanically inclined. Careers such as a machinist, a tool and die maker or a welder are critical jobs that can be very lucrative due to their high demand, and students have the ability to earn a great wage and start their career right out of high school. Avoid Crippling Debt Research conducted by the Idaho Department of Labor found that the average bachelor’s degree in the United States costs $127,000! Additionally, nearly 70 percent of students take out loans to help pay for school. According to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS), the average 2016 college graduate has over $37,000 in student loan debt and an average monthly student loan repayment of over $350. Manufacturing can provide students with a bright future filled with opportunity and success. It can enhance a student’s potential to specialize in lucrative career fields, provide a clean and technical work environment, help advance the U.S. economy and offer paths to additional industry credentials. Working with high-technology equipment, being a part of an important industry and entering into a field with opportunity instead of debt are a few benefits of choosing a career in manufacturing. Emphasis On Career Readiness Educators shoulder the responsibility to prepare college-bound students to be “college-ready;” however, they also need to emphasize “career ready” equally. Schools need to reinforce and be comfortable with the statement: “It’s OK to not get a traditional 4-year degree.” After graduation, students need to learn about their options; schools should be driven to provide students with the resources necessary to develop them into productive members of the workforce and society. Manufacturing Careers In High Demand Careers in manufacturing are expected to increase at a rate of 10 percent over the next seven years according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. Those careers range from assembly and fabrication to computer programming, sales and more. Some manufacturing jobs require certifications and some require degrees, and all are equally important. Whether an individual wants a hands-on job in manufacturing or is interested in behind-the-scenes logistics, there are vast opportunities within the manufacturing sectors —specific industry knowledge can help them pursue many possibilities. Many of the skills learned are applicable to other jobs in the broad manufacturing field. This can make it easier to find jobs and provides more opportunities for career advancement. Earn While You Learn Manufacturing, a highly technical trade, provides higher-than-average wages and benefits for employees. At Scot Forge, we offer our employees up to $5,000 a year to cover all costs of pre-approved undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate degree level programs if they wish to pursue a higher-education degree. We also pay for any pre-approved courses and non-degree certificate programs in any field related to an employee’s career. As a continuously improving company, we encourage all employees to improve their skills on a regular basis. So, we offer enriching employment opportunities through a variety of formal internship and student learner programs, registered apprenticeships and job shadowing. Additionally, we bring in professors from local colleges to make learning more convenient. On top of that, we feel it’s important to reward our employees for their time commitment with an added bonus for those who complete 40 hours or more of educational study per year. Choose to work in this ever-changing, ever-growing industry. Choose a career in manufacturing! Working At Scot Forge Current Opportunities Employee Benefits Here are the top reasons why Scot Forge employee-owners choose to build their careers with us. Career Development Scot Forge offers a wide range of opportunities for individuals to develop, advance and grow. Why Manufacturing Find out why Manufacturing is such a great career choice. Employment Information Scot Forge Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Featured Jobs: IT Internship Spring Grove, IL Saw Operator Spring Grove, IL Manufacturing / Production Technician Spring Grove, IL Part-time Building & Grounds Keeper Clinton, WI We can help you today! Name* Phone Number* Company* Email* State/Country* Comment/Request* File upload Upload File NOTE: Please do not upload sensitive documents. For a secure file transfer please call 800-435-6621. Submit

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