FORGE
FORGING AND METAL SMITHING
- Introduction to Steel Forging
The forging or forge of steel represents a key process in the metallurgical industry, executed using specialized techniques and dedicated equipment, such as presses and furnaces. The aim is to carry out plastic deformation at high temperatures, which not only alters the crystalline structure of the material but also significantly enhances its mechanical properties.
- Benefits of Plastic Deformation
of Steel This plastic deformation provides a range of advantages, including elevating the mechanical performance of the steel, such as yield strength, resilience, and wear resistance. Forging, therefore, emerges as a fundamental technique to strengthen and optimize metallurgical materials used in various industrial sectors.
- Elimination of Defects and Inclusions in the Material
Additionally, the forging process ensures the elimination or reduction of potential internal defects and inclusions that could compromise the quality and integrity of the starting material. This is achieved by applying specific reduction ratios during the deformation process.