Is it Forging, Casting, or Something Else?
Forging materials require unique approaches. Use visual clues on the various forms of raw materials to understand the complete metal forging operation process.
Do I Need Impression Die, Open Die, or Rolled Ring?
A comprehensive outline on the best forging design options. These include impression dies, open dies, and rolled rings based on cost, properties and needs.
The Future of Forging – Will new processes replace Forging?
Forging remains one of the most critical techniques in developing metal parts from raw materials in expanding markets. Modern forging makes reliable metal.
Forging vs. Casting vs. Machining vs. Powder Metal vs. Additive – Which is best?
Informative comparison of the advantages and disadvantages in metalworking processes such as forging, casting, machining, powder metal, and additive components.
Near Net Shape vs. Metallurgy Integrity
Click here to learn more about near net shape vs. metallurgy. In casting and forging processes, new allows need to be lightweight and more efficient.
When to Use Forging over Traditional Powdered Metal Compacts
Find out more about when to use forging over traditional powdered metal compacts. Powdered metal can quickly produce many small components and make it useful for specific applications.
Why Only Forging Creates Consistent Microstructures and Improved Strength Properties
Click here to learn more about why only forging creates consistent microstructures and improved strength which provides grain flow properties that increase directional strength.
Forging Process Innovations: Advantages of Preforming with Additive Manufacturing
Click here to learn more about the advantages of performing with additive manufacturing and how it creates 3-dimensional structures by adding thousands of layers that merge together to create a net shape.
Forging Process Innovations: High-Entropy Alloy (HEA) Tooling
Learn more about high-entropy alloy (HEA) tooling. At Queen City forging, we are constantly looking for new metallurgies to aid in innovations to the forging process.