What is drop forging? Simply put, it is a manufacturing method that uses two dies, one on a fixed anvil base and the other attached to a moving press.
The heated metal is placed on the lower die, punch presses the other die down, delivering a certain number of blows to shape the hot metal, and the number of blows required depends on the item being manufactured.
The drop-forging process is aptly named, and although it sounds simple, it involves a great deal of force. In some cases, the upper hammer on the plunger may fall by gravity alone. However, it is also common to apply mechanical force to move the hammer. Some hammers can be lowered at up to 50,000 pounds of pressure. Components can be produced using this technology for a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, agriculture, and material handling.
