10-Top Forging Industry Articles
FORGE's 10th Anniversary: 10-Top Forging Articles
For FORGE’s 10th Anniversary commemorative issue, we thought it fitting to present 10 popular articles from the nearly 200 forging industry features we have published in the past 10 years. What follows is the articles we selected for this project. For any article that appeared as part of a series, we selected only one for this list. We hope you enjoy re-reading these articles, and be sure to vote for your favorite!
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Forging Plain-Carbon and Low-Alloy Steels
Since steels are so widely used, two articles will be devoted to this class of materials.
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Grain Flow in Forgings- The Basics
This article will cover the basics of grain flow that occur during metalworking processes.
Using Protective Coatings in Heat Treatment
This article introduces a practical technique pioneered by a metallurgist at the Indian Institute of Technology.
Screw Presses Offer Versatility and Precision
This article examines the application of screw presses for forging operations.
Understanding Material Forging Defects
This article examines defects that can occur in forgings because of microstructural irregularities or ductile fracture.
Forging Die Lubricants: Graphite or Synthetics?
The selection of the proper die lubricant is a major component in attaining a successful forging process.
An Inside Look at the Chinese Forging Industry
The current Chinese forging industry, where it is headed and its drive toward achieving advanced manufacturing status.
Advantages of Controlled Cooling
The controlled cooling of a hot forging has several advantages.
Servo Presses in Cold, Warm and Hot Forging
Servo press technology, long-used in the forming of sheet metal, has a future in the forging industry.
Additive Manufacturing a Threat to Forging?
Forge shops should keep a watchful eye on this unfolding technology, both as a competitor and as an opportunity.