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5 Hot Topics from the 34th Space Symposium Scot Forge recently exhibited at the 34th Space Symposium from April 16 - 19, 2018 in Colorado Springs, and boy did we learn a lot! Rather than the experience just benefiting Scot Forge, we want to share what we learned to our customers in the aerospace industry. Here are the top 5 most discussed topics we heard at the show and our takeaways. Jorgensen Forge Shut Down It was announced during the Space Symposium that Jorgensen Forge, an open-die and rolled ring forging supplier, will cease operations and close this year for good. For the forging world, this means that a key aerospace supplier has stopped quoting new orders and is telling their customers to start transitioning to competitive suppliers. Jorgensen is well known in the aerospace industry for supplying lighter rolled rings up to 220” OD for Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE). This news came as quite a shock to Jorgensen’s customers, who were attending the Space Symposium. Nobody likes surprises (unless it’s their birthday… and even then, not all the time). This is especially true of the aerospace market and this news has left several companies in a panic as they struggle to find new suppliers to help in meeting their delivery needs to stay on schedule. Hypersonics There was a significant amount of discussion at the Space Symposium about the advancements in hypersonic technology throughout the world, mainly focused on Kinzhal, Russia’s new hypersonic missile. It’s been reported that Kinzhal can travel as fast as Mach 10 over a distance as great as 1,200 miles, all while maneuvering. If this is true, the new Russian missile would be able to tear through the most highly developed US defenses. Additionally, China has claimed they have a hypersonic missile that could reach the US mainland, along with testing a ballistic missile paired with a hypersonic glide vehicle (HGV). France and India have also joined the race to produce similar high-speed weaponry. While none of these nations have perfected their missiles, they are all making advancements to their arsenal. Earlier this year General John Hyten, Commander United States Strategic Command, acknowledged that the US needs new defense technologies to address these increasing global threats, along with continued advancement and testing of our own hypersonic missiles. Greater Use of Composite Materials & 3D Printing The use of advanced materials in aircraft is growing as manufacturers strive to improve performance and reduce maintenance requirements and aircraft weight. Composites such as carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) are increasingly replacing aluminum. Additionally, engine manufacturers are developing ceramic matrix composite (CMC) components, which have a higher heat tolerance than metal alloys, to create more fuel-efficient engines. Additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, can produce parts with intricate geometries relatively easily in a variety of materials - including metals, polymers, and composites – and tends to reduce energy use and tooling costs for complex parts. However, Scot Forge still believes composite materials and additive manufacturing are a long way away from competing head-to-head against forged products for aerospace, due to the elimination of porosity, contoured grain flow and fine grain size inherent to the forging process. However, composite materials and 3D printing are currently a real threat to the replacement of castings. As forging companies look to convert critical castings to forgings in the future, we’re sure to meet composite material suppliers and 3D printers on the playing field. GBSD In second half of 2017, the US Air Force awarded contracts to Boeing and Northrop Grumman to continue work on their designs for the replacement of the Minuteman III. The new Minuteman III will be the updated, ground-based leg of the nation’s “nuclear triad” strategic deterrent strategy. The week after the Space Symposium, the US launched a successful test fire of the Minuteman III, known as the LGM-30, from Vandenberg Air Force Base. GPS Satellites Vulnerable to Attack In early March, Air Force officials announced to Congress that GPS satellites are vulnerable to attack from Chinese and Russian lasers and missiles. These GPS satellites not only guide precision guided weapons, but also our day-to-day car navigation. This launched further discussion at the Space Symposium about the creation of the United States Space Corps, a proposed sixth branch of the United States Armed Forces that would absorb the USAF space warfare mission currently conducted by AF Space Command. Space is quickly becoming its own battleground; the conflict is not fully defined yet, or how it’s going to be fought but we see movement among our customers in regards to the creation and refinement of directed energy weapons, space lasers and other high technology arms as part of military space defense. We anticipate more focus on the creation of jam-resistant GPS’s and satellites that can’t be blinded by lasers from the ground in the near future. Scot Forge recently exhibited at the 34th Space Symposium from April 16 - 19, 2018 in Colorado Springs, and boy did we learn a lot! Rather than the experience just benefiting Scot Forge, we want to share what we learned to our customers in the aerospace industry. Here are the top 5 most discussed topics we heard at the show and our takeaways. Jorgensen Forge Shut Down It was announced during the Space Symposium that Jorgensen Forge, an open-die and rolled ring forging supplier, will cease operations and close this year for good. For the forging world, this means that a key aerospace supplier has stopped quoting new orders and is telling their customers to start transitioning to competitive suppliers. Jorgensen is well known in the aerospace industry for supplying lighter rolled rings up to 220” OD for Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE). This news came as quite a shock to Jorgensen’s customers, who were attending the Space Symposium. Nobody likes surprises (unless it’s their birthday… and even then, not all the time). This is especially true of the aerospace market and this news has left several companies in a panic as they struggle to find new suppliers to help in meeting their delivery needs to stay on schedule. Hypersonics There was a significant amount of discussion at the Space Symposium about the advancements in hypersonic technology throughout the world, mainly focused on Kinzhal, Russia’s new hypersonic missile. It’s been reported that Kinzhal can travel as fast as Mach 10 over a distance as great as 1,200 miles, all while maneuvering. If this is true, the new Russian missile would be able to tear through the most highly developed US defenses. Additionally, China has claimed they have a hypersonic missile that could reach the US mainland, along with testing a ballistic missile paired with a hypersonic glide vehicle (HGV). France and India have also joined the race to produce similar high-speed weaponry. While none of these nations have perfected their missiles, they are all making advancements to their arsenal. Earlier this year General John Hyten, Commander United States Strategic Command, acknowledged that the US needs new defense technologies to address these increasing global threats, along with continued advancement and testing of our own hypersonic missiles. Greater Use of Composite Materials & 3D Printing The use of advanced materials in aircraft is growing as manufacturers strive to improve performance and reduce maintenance requirements and aircraft weight. Composites such as carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) are increasingly replacing aluminum. Additionally, engine manufacturers are developing ceramic matrix composite (CMC) components, which have a higher heat tolerance than metal alloys, to create more fuel-efficient engines. Additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, can produce parts with intricate geometries relatively easily in a variety of materials - including metals, polymers, and composites – and tends to reduce energy use and tooling costs for complex parts. However, Scot Forge still believes composite materials and additive manufacturing are a long way away from competing head-to-head against forged products for aerospace, due to the elimination of porosity, contoured grain flow and fine grain size inherent to the forging process. However, composite materials and 3D printing are currently a real threat to the replacement of castings. As forging companies look to convert critical castings to forgings in the future, we’re sure to meet composite material suppliers and 3D printers on the playing field. GBSD In second half of 2017, the US Air Force awarded contracts to Boeing and Northrop Grumman to continue work on their designs for the replacement of the Minuteman III. The new Minuteman III will be the updated, ground-based leg of the nation’s “nuclear triad” strategic deterrent strategy. The week after the Space Symposium, the US launched a successful test fire of the Minuteman III, known as the LGM-30, from Vandenberg Air Force Base. GPS Satellites Vulnerable to Attack In early March, Air Force officials announced to Congress that GPS satellites are vulnerable to attack from Chinese and Russian lasers and missiles. These GPS satellites not only guide precision guided weapons, but also our day-to-day car navigation. This launched further discussion at the Space Symposium about the creation of the United States Space Corps, a proposed sixth branch of the United States Armed Forces that would absorb the USAF space warfare mission currently conducted by AF Space Command. Space is quickly becoming its own battleground; the conflict is not fully defined yet, or how it’s going to be fought but we see movement among our customers in regards to the creation and refinement of directed energy weapons, space lasers and other high technology arms as part of military space defense. We anticipate more focus on the creation of jam-resistant GPS’s and satellites that can’t be blinded by lasers from the ground in the near future. 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Unusual Shaped Forging Breaks Ground—Literally Forging readily accommodates a wide variety of shapes while simultaneously imparting exceptional strength. But when it came to a highly unusual rotor arm fashioned in a three-spoke configuration, no one was sure whether it could be done. Deca Industries Ltd., Saskatoon, Saskatechewan, Canada, is a 40-person industrial job shop that repairs heavy mining equipment. Founded in 1977, Deca specializes in serving the potash and the uranium mining industries. This unique application arose when Deca's customer, International Mining Corp. (IMC), wanted to fix a disabled rotor arm integral to the operation of a continuous boring mining machine. As the machine cuts through potash, the rotor arm holds the tools that actually make the cuts. Deca engineers determined that the part couldn't be repaired; rather, it had to be replaced. This was no small decision since the rotor arm is 90 in. in diameter, 4 ft thick, with three telescoping arms and a total weight of 7,000 lb. Deca began exploring fabrication options for the replacement part. Since the existing component had been a casting, Deca looked again at that method as well as machining and open die forging alternatives. "Acknowledging all the forging advantages, a question still remained," said Francis Nagy, Deca's president. "Could this part actually be manufactured as an open die forging? As far as we knew, the rotor arm's unusual shape wouldn't normally lend itself to forging." Yet Deca was intrigued. To investigate further, Deca turned to Scot Forge, its Spring Grove, IL, supplier of forged spindles and rings. Several steps were needed to produce the rotor arm. Nagy took the part's original blueprints and casting drawings down to Scot Forge where manufacturing details were worked out jointly. The new part started as a pancake-shaped piece of 4140 alloy base stock that was then formed into a seamless rolled ring via the open die forging process. Three torch-cut sectors were then drawn out and forged into journals. Once the forged part was finished, it was sent to Deca for secondary processing. "This was an enormous undertaking," Nagy said, "from the sheer standpoints of size and shape. We were amazed with the results." When IMC received the part, it passed the quality inspection. The new rotor arm has been in the field for two years now and has performed to everyone's expectations. Unusual Shaped Forging Breaks Ground—Literally Forging readily accommodates a wide variety of shapes while simultaneously imparting exceptional strength. But when it came to a highly unusual rotor arm fashioned in a three-spoke configuration, no one was sure whether it could be done. Deca Industries Ltd., Saskatoon, Saskatechewan, Canada, is a 40-person industrial job shop that repairs heavy mining equipment. Founded in 1977, Deca specializes in serving the potash and the uranium mining industries. This unique application arose when Deca's customer, International Mining Corp. (IMC), wanted to fix a disabled rotor arm integral to the operation of a continuous boring mining machine. As the machine cuts through potash, the rotor arm holds the tools that actually make the cuts. Deca engineers determined that the part couldn't be repaired; rather, it had to be replaced. This was no small decision since the rotor arm is 90 in. in diameter, 4 ft thick, with three telescoping arms and a total weight of 7,000 lb. Deca began exploring fabrication options for the replacement part. Since the existing component had been a casting, Deca looked again at that method as well as machining and open die forging alternatives. "Acknowledging all the forging advantages, a question still remained," said Francis Nagy, Deca's president. "Could this part actually be manufactured as an open die forging? As far as we knew, the rotor arm's unusual shape wouldn't normally lend itself to forging." Yet Deca was intrigued. To investigate further, Deca turned to Scot Forge, its Spring Grove, IL, supplier of forged spindles and rings. Several steps were needed to produce the rotor arm. Nagy took the part's original blueprints and casting drawings down to Scot Forge where manufacturing details were worked out jointly. The new part started as a pancake-shaped piece of 4140 alloy base stock that was then formed into a seamless rolled ring via the open die forging process. Three torch-cut sectors were then drawn out and forged into journals. Once the forged part was finished, it was sent to Deca for secondary processing. "This was an enormous undertaking," Nagy said, "from the sheer standpoints of size and shape. We were amazed with the results." When IMC received the part, it passed the quality inspection. The new rotor arm has been in the field for two years now and has performed to everyone's expectations. Next Item Previous Item

Forging Takes Flight - Space Travel is Redefined On June 21, 2004, in the famous words of Neil Armstrong, another "giant leap" for mankind took place 328,491 feet above the California desert, as pilot Mike Melvill became the first civilian to fly a craft beyond the Earth's atmosphere. The historic launch of SpaceShipOne - the first privately funded craft to successfully reach space - is significant because it opens the doors to private space flight and commercialization. It also represents the first new rocket engine developed for human space flight since 1972. California-based SpaceDev, contracted by the aerospace development company Scaled Composites, was responsible for the design and manufacture of the solid fuel grain and other major components of the propulsion system. The launch required a craft constructed of the most dependable and durable materials. When these demands - as well as the project's compressed timeframe - became evident, SpaceDev enlisted the forging expertise of Scot Forge. The Right Stuff Some of the components SpaceDev provided for SpaceShipOne's rocket motor, included the igniter, injector and main operating valve. Their design for SpaceShipOne's hybrid propulsion system called for a bulkhead for each solid booster rocket - five in total - that would not only contain and feed the propellant, but also separate and protect it from the motorcase. "This main oxidizer bulkhead design is what led us to the forging process and, ultimately, Scot Forge," explains Jeff Hickerson, SpaceDev's Mechanical Engineer - Hybrid Propulsion. "Forging brought all the advantages this design required high-strength, structural integrity and the elimination of porosity." More so than any other available metalworking process, forging provided the consistent material strength necessary for this application. Through forging, the metal is heated and mechanically formed between dies under controlled conditions. In addition to producing the desired shape and dimensions, the forging process also dramatically increases the strength of the material. Structural strength is increased by the elimination of the cast structure, enhanced density and improved homogeneity. The directional strength is improved by aligning the grain flow in specific directions. Meeting the Deadline with Quality Once forging was agreed upon, SpaceDev began searching for the right partner for the job. Beyond the quality requirements, this forging provider needed to be able to work with the specified high strength stainless steel (15-5 PH VAR material), and deliver the final product within a 6-week timeframe. The challenge was met by Scot Forge. "Scot Forge offered exactly what we were looking for in terms of quality and material requirements," Hickerson said. "And most critically, they were able to deliver on time." Headquartered in Illinois, Scot Forge is an open die and rolled ring forging company, and their wide range of experience, including military and aerospace applications, provided an advantage for this project. "Because of our metallurgical expertise," said Tom Schwingbeck, Jr., Dir. of Technical Sales and Services for Scot Forge, "we were familiar with the material, and knew how to forge it to SpaceDev's specifications." Within the 6-week deadline, Scot Forge delivered five forged blanks, each with an O.D. of 24 3/8". The forging process ensured a lack of voids in the material, which was a chief concern for SpaceDev. "The little cavities - voids - that often appear in cast metals were too much of a performance risk for us," said Hickerson. "We chose a strong stainless steel, with good natural properties. The forging process helped maintain and bolster the strength and consistency of the steel." After being forged, the blanks were solution treated, age hardened and then rough machined. Additionally, Scot Forge performed ultrasonic testing to meet the MIL-STD-2154 Class A standards required for the bulkheads. "Forging was definitely the right process for the specific and unique demands of this application, and played a role in the success of the mission" said Schwingbeck. "Scot Forge is very proud to have been a part of this historic flight." Making History and Forging Ahead The collaboration of SpaceDev and Scot Forge was instrumental in helping the dream of private space flight move quickly from drawing board to launching pad. The groundbreaking flight on June 21, 2004 was the culmination of years of research, preparation, design, and testing. The success of this maiden flight led to two additional launches on September 29 and October 4, which captured the coveted Ansari X-Prize: a ten million-dollar award for consecutive private extra-atmosphere launches. "The possibilities for this type of flight, and the capabilities of this craft have been demonstrated," said Hickerson, whose group is working on other larger, low cost propulsion systems and further innovation. "The doors are definitely open now. Who knows what the future holds?" Forging Takes Flight - Space Travel is Redefined On June 21, 2004, in the famous words of Neil Armstrong, another "giant leap" for mankind took place 328,491 feet above the California desert, as pilot Mike Melvill became the first civilian to fly a craft beyond the Earth's atmosphere. The historic launch of SpaceShipOne - the first privately funded craft to successfully reach space - is significant because it opens the doors to private space flight and commercialization. It also represents the first new rocket engine developed for human space flight since 1972. California-based SpaceDev, contracted by the aerospace development company Scaled Composites, was responsible for the design and manufacture of the solid fuel grain and other major components of the propulsion system. The launch required a craft constructed of the most dependable and durable materials. When these demands - as well as the project's compressed timeframe - became evident, SpaceDev enlisted the forging expertise of Scot Forge. The Right Stuff Some of the components SpaceDev provided for SpaceShipOne's rocket motor, included the igniter, injector and main operating valve. Their design for SpaceShipOne's hybrid propulsion system called for a bulkhead for each solid booster rocket - five in total - that would not only contain and feed the propellant, but also separate and protect it from the motorcase. "This main oxidizer bulkhead design is what led us to the forging process and, ultimately, Scot Forge," explains Jeff Hickerson, SpaceDev's Mechanical Engineer - Hybrid Propulsion. "Forging brought all the advantages this design required high-strength, structural integrity and the elimination of porosity." More so than any other available metalworking process, forging provided the consistent material strength necessary for this application. Through forging, the metal is heated and mechanically formed between dies under controlled conditions. In addition to producing the desired shape and dimensions, the forging process also dramatically increases the strength of the material. Structural strength is increased by the elimination of the cast structure, enhanced density and improved homogeneity. The directional strength is improved by aligning the grain flow in specific directions. Meeting the Deadline with Quality Once forging was agreed upon, SpaceDev began searching for the right partner for the job. Beyond the quality requirements, this forging provider needed to be able to work with the specified high strength stainless steel (15-5 PH VAR material), and deliver the final product within a 6-week timeframe. The challenge was met by Scot Forge. "Scot Forge offered exactly what we were looking for in terms of quality and material requirements," Hickerson said. "And most critically, they were able to deliver on time." Headquartered in Illinois, Scot Forge is an open die and rolled ring forging company, and their wide range of experience, including military and aerospace applications, provided an advantage for this project. "Because of our metallurgical expertise," said Tom Schwingbeck, Jr., Dir. of Technical Sales and Services for Scot Forge, "we were familiar with the material, and knew how to forge it to SpaceDev's specifications." Within the 6-week deadline, Scot Forge delivered five forged blanks, each with an O.D. of 24 3/8". The forging process ensured a lack of voids in the material, which was a chief concern for SpaceDev. "The little cavities - voids - that often appear in cast metals were too much of a performance risk for us," said Hickerson. "We chose a strong stainless steel, with good natural properties. The forging process helped maintain and bolster the strength and consistency of the steel." After being forged, the blanks were solution treated, age hardened and then rough machined. Additionally, Scot Forge performed ultrasonic testing to meet the MIL-STD-2154 Class A standards required for the bulkheads. "Forging was definitely the right process for the specific and unique demands of this application, and played a role in the success of the mission" said Schwingbeck. "Scot Forge is very proud to have been a part of this historic flight." Making History and Forging Ahead The collaboration of SpaceDev and Scot Forge was instrumental in helping the dream of private space flight move quickly from drawing board to launching pad. The groundbreaking flight on June 21, 2004 was the culmination of years of research, preparation, design, and testing. The success of this maiden flight led to two additional launches on September 29 and October 4, which captured the coveted Ansari X-Prize: a ten million-dollar award for consecutive private extra-atmosphere launches. "The possibilities for this type of flight, and the capabilities of this craft have been demonstrated," said Hickerson, whose group is working on other larger, low cost propulsion systems and further innovation. "The doors are definitely open now. Who knows what the future holds?" Next Item Previous Item

Torch or Profile Cut Forging Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. Lower Costs & Lead Times Torch cutting to near-net shape saves material and machining costs, and by combining torch cutting with the forging operation, you also get the integrity of forging without the cost and long lead time often associated with other metal working processes. Torch Process Highlights Our torches can cut through carbon and alloy forgings with pre and post-heating operations that minimize thermal shock and protect forging integrity. Related Literature for Forging Presses New State of the Art 90MN Press for North American Forgemasters Ellwood Group Inc. and Scot Forge have expanded 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. Request Related Literature Uniquely Shaped Forgings In Numerous Configurations We frequently combine torch cutting, sawing and machining techniques with the forging process to produce uniquely shaped, high-quality parts without costly tooling investments. We torch cut special shapes or contours into carbon and alloy forged parts, in thicknesses up to 32". We can help you today! Name Phone Number Company Email State/Country Comment/Request Submit 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.

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4b5ede0a-1d0d-4925-a988-02229f8f9ec1 PNUEMATIC FORGING HAMMERS Take a look at our hammers in action! In Franklin Park, IL, we forge both ferrous and non-ferrous forgings are produced on six open die pneumatic forging hammers in part weights from 1 lb. to 3,000 lbs. and in quantities as low as a single piece. Lower Costs & Lead Times Torch cutting to near-net shape saves material and machining costs, and by combining torch cutting with the forging operation, you also get the integrity of forging without the cost and long lead time often associated with other metal working processes. Torch Process Highlights Our torches can cut through carbon and alloy forgings with pre and post-heating operations that minimize thermal shock and protect forging integrity. Related Literature for Forging Presses New State of the Art 90MN Press for North American Forgemasters Ellwood Group Inc. and Scot Forge have expanded 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. Request Related Literature What Is A Pneumatic Forging Hammer? With more than 10,000 tools the hammers at Scot Forge can create small to medium size forgings quickly and cost-effectively, saving you time and money on manufacturing tools to forge your components. Pneumatic hammers consist of a frame, an anvil and a reciprocating ram holding a hammerhead or die. The billet is placed on the lower anvil or die, and the head or upper die strikes the workpiece until the desired shape is achieved. Tools are used to create shaped pieces like hubs or rings. A typical pneumatic hammer works by storing potential energy in an arrangement of mechanical linkages and springs, in compressed air, or steam, which it will use to manipulate a billet. The stored potential energy provides a more forceful stroke than merely allowing the weight to fall. We can help you today! Name Phone Number Company Email State/Country Comment/Request Submit 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.

1ca184b2-e6ad-49c8-80f9-623038edd623 HEAVY DUTY HYDRAULIC FORGING PRESSES SCOT FORGE HYDRAULIC PRESSES All of our presses are engineered and built in-house, giving Scot Forge the unique ability to forge things that other can't. Take a look at our hydraulic upset forging press in action! It produces custom flanged-end forgings in a variety of shapes and lengths and can upset most simple or complex shapes in a single pass using induction heating elements and automated material handling equipment. The upset forging process system includes a hydraulic upset press, induction heating element and automated material handling equipment. Lower Costs & Lead Times Torch cutting to near-net shape saves material and machining costs, and by combining torch cutting with the forging operation, you also get the integrity of forging without the cost and long lead time often associated with other metal working processes. Torch Process Highlights Our torches can cut through carbon and alloy forgings with pre and post-heating operations that minimize thermal shock and protect forging integrity. Related Literature for Forging Presses New State of the Art 90MN Press for North American Forgemasters Ellwood Group Inc. and Scot Forge have expanded 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. Request Related Literature What Is A Hydraulic Press At Scot Forge, our hydraulic presses are built in-house and allow us to produce near-net shape forgings that help reduce the total cost of production by eliminating some downstream processes. Hydraulic presses use large pistons driven by high-pressure hydraulic or hydro-pneumatic systems. These presses apply pressure to the top of a piston, moving the ram downward to manipulate a billet or ingot into the desired shape. Scot Forge operators have more control of the speeds and pressures during the forging process with hydraulic presses, enabling us to produce unique geometries. In many cases, hydraulic presses are used for open and some closed die forging presses. Hydraulic forging presses are rated according to the maximum force they develop. Presses currently in use in North America for impression die forging range up to 60,000 tons; presses of 72,000 tons and 82,000 tons are in operation in other parts of the world. Presses used for open die forging range from 200 tons to 100,000 tons. We can help you today! Name Phone Number Company Email State/Country Comment/Request Submit 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.

4d1ba41c-9f57-4a8a-b695-d91308a86716 TORCH OR PROFILE CUT FORGING Lower Costs & Lead Times Torch cutting to near-net shape saves material and machining costs, and by combining torch cutting with the forging operation, you also get the integrity of forging without the cost and long lead time often associated with other metal working processes. Torch Process Highlights Our torches can cut through carbon and alloy forgings with pre and post-heating operations that minimize thermal shock and protect forging integrity. Related Literature for Forging Presses New State of the Art 90MN Press for North American Forgemasters Ellwood Group Inc. and Scot Forge have expanded 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. Request Related Literature Uniquely Shaped Forgings In Numerous Configurations We frequently combine torch cutting, sawing and machining techniques with the forging process to produce uniquely shaped, high-quality parts without costly tooling investments. We torch cut special shapes or contours into carbon and alloy forged parts, in thicknesses up to 32". We can help you today! Name Phone Number Company Email State/Country Comment/Request Submit 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.