Forging's Strength - Grain flow assures superior strength, even at critical stress points. Tensile values in excess of 200,000 psi. High strength/weight ratios.

Forging's Impact Resistance – Excellent.

Forging's Surface Finish – Consistently excellent when machined.

Forging's Machinability – Dependable. Near absence of internal defects. No surface inclusions.

Forging's Dimensional Stability – Very high due to material uniformity and predictable heat-treatment response.

Forging's Design Flexibility – Generally short lead times. Highly predictable shaping process. Designs not limited to balanced shapes. Broad size ranges.

Forging's Production Factors – Low scrap, rejections rates. Simplified production. Some automated processes possible. Open-die and ring-rolling processes adapt to various production volumes. Readily fabricated. Ready to use without machining.

Forging's Process Controls – Consistent part uniformity. Fewer process variables. Predictable heat-treatment response.

Forging's Quality Controls – Simplified inspection procedures. Consistent integrity, part to part.