Forging is a popular metal manufacturing technique used in a wide range of industries. One of the primary applications of the forging production technique is the manufacture of agricultural machinery parts. Other than the production of agricultural machinery parts, there are several other areas where forging is applied. Therefore, this write-up covers the applications of forging.
Applications of forging
Below are other applications of forging other than making agricultural machinery parts;
1. Aerospace
The forging process is highly applied in the aerospace industry. In this sector, the technique is used for manufacturing parts of aircraft engines, airframes, and auxiliary equipment. One of the main reasons this technique is applied in this industry is the production of high-quality parts. The ability to replicate parts also comes in handy quickly.
2. Automotive
Forging is also highly applied in the automotive industry. The technique is used to make car parts, car engine parts, and a wide range of vehicle accessories in this industry. Precision forging is highly applied in the automotive industry because of the low material wastage. This is important because the types of materials used to make vehicle and engine parts are usually expensive. However, cold and hot forging techniques can also be applied for various parts, depending on the metal used.
3. Electric component production
The forging manufacturing technique is also highly applied in the production of a wide range of electrical components. For instance, hot brass forging is used for making electronic components because of the high electric conductivity of brass and its resistance to high temperatures. Electric power generation or transmission components are also commonly manufactured through forging.
4. Tooling industry
This metal-producing technique is also used for making tools used in a wide range of areas. For instance, it can be used for making hand tools and industrial tools. Most of the tools produced using this technique are usually heavy-duty. This means that they are made from hard metals. Forging is an ideal technique for making such tools because it allows for applying a wide range of heavy metals.
5. Plumbing
Another common application of forging is in the plumbing sector. This technique is used to make pipeline fittings, plumbing fixtures, valves, fittings, pumps, compressors, and several other plumbing components. The technique is ideal in the plumbing sector because it can make parts from a wide range of materials. The metals used for forging plumbing parts are usually carefully chosen because of the sensitivity of their application. For instance, the metals have to be rust-free to avoid contamination. They must also be oxidation-resistance. Forging allows the use of these metals in producing plumbing parts and tools.
Other parts that can be made through forging;
- Special industry machinery
- Ship and boat construction tools and parts
- Steelworks, rolling, and finishing mills
- Railroad equipment and spikes
Conclusion
Note that the applications may differ depending on the type of forging technique applied. Regardless, the applications listed above cut across all the techniques of forging available on the market. It is also worth noting that the applications of forging extend beyond the industries listed above.
