There are several different methods and techniques that can be used in manufacturing a variety of different metal components. Based on the purpose and ultimate use of the metal part, different procedures are used to create the highest quality piece possible.
What Are Forgings..
Forging is a technique where metal is heated up and then hammered and manipulated into the final desired shape. Forgings are generally stronger than castings, but there are some limitations to manufacturing capabilities of forging. Components can not be very intricate or complex when forging. Usually if a component needs to be forged and also needs to meet certain size requirements, the component needs to be machined after it has been produced.
What Are Castings..
The casting process is where the metal is heated until molten and then poured into a die to form a specific shape. This process is beneficial when the shape of the component is intricate or when the component needs to be a very large size. Another advantage of castings is that machining costs can sometimes be cut down because the component can be made to certain specifications.
Are Castings or Forgings Better..
Which metal component production method is better? This will completely depend on what the component will ultimately be used for. Both castings and forgings have their advantages, so depending on what the component will be used in will determine which production method will serve you better.
Summary
The main difference between a steel casting and a forging is that the forging is mechanically worked after solidification. This mechanical working imparts directionality, or anisotropy, to the forging. Castings and forgings are both susceptible to manufacturing problems and misapplication by the buyer.
In general, a forging is best suited to simple configurations that can be easily worked in a die or other tooling. It is also suited to applications in which the principal applied stresses are the same as the direction of mechanical working. A casting is best suited to complex shapes, custom or tailored chemistries, and to applications that are subject to multi-axial stresses.
ABOUT KEVA
Keva Casting is a professional casting company that focuses on Construction, Machinery, Automobile, Hardware, Pipeline and many other industries.
We provide top quality products with the best service based on our complete production chain including our own mold design, advanced production techniques, and full management of the supply chain. Keva Casting has two factories located in Zhucheng, China's Shandong province.
We use "shell molding", which is a new technique that has been developed in recent years.This new technique has simplified production procedures and reduced air pollution compared with traditional sand casting and investment casting. Shell making and core making are faster to ensure production in enormous quantities. The dimensions and surface finishing are satisfactory for all kinds of industrial requirements. Besides supplying our own formwork & scaffolding systems, our casting products also supply OEM services in various industries.