forging for small quantites
forging for small quantites
(OP)
I'd like to forge several steel shafts but I think the quantites we use may be too small. We go thru about 800 pcs/year. The shafts would be about 7/8 dia x 12" long with a hub of 2" dia x .88 long on one end. Quantities too small for any forging process?





RE: forging for small quantites
The key is to find a forging source who will do such a short run at a reasonable cost. Sometimes the press manufacturers can do that, or you can find a company that could use your parts for their own process development work. Of course, it always helps if you are working with a steel that is relatively formable.
If you want a recommendation, you can contact me at:
bvasa@gbsupport.com
Good luck!
RE: forging for small quantites
I visited a short run forge this morning and I had your question in the back of my head.
The guy I talked to said that he could do that in "two bangs" in his machine. You can reach him at "info at hammar-hejarsmide.com" if you think they can help you.
They do work for Volvo and Saab prototypes, but it is a small "mom-and-pop" operation so I think they are quite affordable.