Precision metal forgings
for demanding applications
ALTAMET delivers finished forged components with machining, heat treatment, inspection and documentation support for applications where strength, fatigue resistance and structural reliability are critical.
forging capabilities
Any type of
forgings
ALTAMET supports forged-component projects from general industrial applications to demanding aerospace-grade requirements. Depending on the project, parts can be produced to applicable ASTM, AMS, ASME, customer or industry requirements. You get finished and heat treated forgings, if necessary with machining. We take care of the entire production process.
ASTM
AMS
ASME
alloys we work with
select material
define performance
The performance of a forging depends on both the alloy and the way the metal is processed. ALTAMET supports a wide range of forged materials for general industrial and high-performance applications. If needed, our engineers can help match the alloy, forging route and heat treatment to the component’s real operating conditions — including load direction, fatigue life, weight, temperature, corrosion resistance, toughness, machinability and inspection requirements.
Aluminum Alloys
Titanium Alloys
Nickel Superalloys
Stainless Steel
Carbon Steel
Magnesium Alloys
why forging
when forging
makes sense
Forging is often the right manufacturing route when a component must withstand high loads, repeated stress, impact, vibration or demanding service conditions. Send us your drawing and we will help you define if forging method is right for you.
High Structural Loads
Fatigue Resistance & Cycle Loading
Shock&Impact Resistance
Simple Shapes
control of process
total control
of quality
Material source, billet preparation, temperature, deformation sequence, grain flow, reduction ratio, heat treatment, machining and inspection must work together as one controlled process. ALTAMET coordinates these parameters so you receive the required geometry, mechanical properties, metallurgical structure and surface condition. Forgings are produced under an AS9100 quality management system with full material and process traceability.
AS9100
NADCAP
FAIR
Full Traceability
Forging Methods
- Closed-Die Forging
- Open-Die Forging
- Seamless Rolled-Ring Forging
Special Processes
- Solution Heat Treatment and Aging
- Quenching and Tempering
- Annealing and Normalizing
- Stress Relieving
Inspection
- Dimensional Inspection
- Mechanical property testing (High/Low and Room temperature)
- Cycle Load Testing
- Chemical composition analysis
- Ultrasonic Inspection
- FPI / Magnetic Particle Inspection
- Metallography
Machining Preparation
- Datum surface preparation for subsequent machining
- Proof Machining
- Pre-machining with allowance
- Finish machining to drawing requirements
why us
source smart
be competitive
Our team of material and process engineers gives you the support needed to design smarter, stay cost-effective, prototype faster and scale with less effort. Our quality guarantee helps reduce sourcing and production risk.
Free Review
Our material and process engineers review your design against efficient manufacturing practices.
Fast Production
Fast on-demand production to support design projects, urgent orders and production capacity shortages.
Cost Optimization
We give you access to most cost efficient manufacturing practices as well as original material sources.
Scale
Scale manufacturing without effort. Whether you need a prototype or serial production – we’ve got you covered.
Quality Guarantee
Quality is a must. You pay for compliant parts, not for manufacturing attempts.
Delivery Anywhere
We can deliver your part to any location around the globe.
industries
built for
demanding
sectors
Every industry has its own requirements, needs and technical priorities. Our team and quality system support critical applications, helping you receive certified components with the required documentation in place.
AS9100
NADCAP
FAIR
Full Traceability
6 SIGMA
how we work
how to get
your part
Send us your drawing, 3D model or part requirements. ALTAMET reviews the geometry, material, quantity, quality requirements and delivery target, then proposes a suitable manufacturing route. We coordinate production, inspection, documentation and delivery, keeping the process simple from start to finish. You pay only after the finished parts are produced, inspected and approved, reducing sourcing risk before the order reaches your shop.
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Project Discussion
Get Estimate
Place order
If our proposal works for you, place the order. We will manufacture finished components according to the agreed schedule.
Check Quality
Pay
Get your part
Receive your parts delivered to locations around the globe.
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FAQ
frequently
asked questions
What information should I send for a forging quote?
For the most accurate quotation, provide a technical drawing or 3D model, material specification, required quantity, dimensions and tolerances, heat-treatment requirements, machining scope, inspection requirements and applicable industry standards.
Information about the component’s operating loads, temperature, fatigue requirements and service environment is also useful when the forging route has not yet been fully defined.
STEP, STP and PDF files are commonly used. When some requirements are still under development, send what you have and our engineers will help identify the remaining information.
What forging methods can ALTAMET support?
ALTAMET can support several forging routes depending on component size, geometry, alloy, quantity and mechanical requirements.
Typical options include closed-die forging, open-die forging, seamless rolled-ring forging, etc. Specialized routes such as precision or isothermal forging may also be evaluated for suitable applications.
The final process is selected after reviewing the drawing, alloy, loading conditions, production volume and quality requirements.
Can ALTAMET help determine whether my part should be forged?
Yes. We can review the component geometry, operating loads, alloy, fatigue requirements, quantity, machining scope and inspection requirements to determine whether forging is the appropriate manufacturing route.
Where another process such as casting, machining or metal additive manufacturing is more suitable, we can evaluate those alternatives as well.
What is the difference between open-die and closed-die forging?
Open-die forging shapes the workpiece between dies that do not completely enclose the material. It is commonly used for simpler shapes, larger parts, low production quantities and components such as shafts, disks, blocks, sleeves and rings.
Closed-die forging forms the material inside shaped die impressions. It is generally better suited to more defined geometries, improved repeatability and medium- or higher-volume production.
The best method depends on geometry, size, alloy, tooling economics, quantity and performance requirements.
Can forged parts be supplied fully machined?
Yes. ALTAMET can supply proof-machined, rough-machined or completely finish-machined forgings.
Machining may include datums, mounting surfaces, bearing seats, bores, sealing surfaces, threads, holes, splines and other precision features. Inspection can be performed after forging, after heat treatment, during machining and on the completed component.
Do you support both prototypes and production forgings?
Yes. ALTAMET supports projects from initial samples and first-article development to repeat and serial production.
Can ALTAMET provide inspection reports and documentation?
Depending on project requirements, ALTAMET can support material certificates, heat-treatment records, dimensional inspection, mechanical testing, hardness testing, ultrasonic inspection, magnetic-particle inspection, penetrant inspection, metallographic examination, first-article inspection and full traceability documentation.
Required inspection methods, acceptance criteria and documentation should be defined before production begins.
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