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When strength and safety are critical, hot forging is often a preferred manufacturing option. Hot forging has a reputation as a metalworking technique that creates products of uncompromised strength. Find out how hot forging can strengthen your next metalworking project with The Federal Group.
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Forging is an ancient technique that’s still plenty relevant in our modern world. In fact, forging continues to produce some of the strongest metals imaginable, so it’s no surprise we’ve seen the market continue to grow.
Forging is an essential metalworking process in the metal manufacturing industry, where it’s used to make everything from the smallest parts and pieces to components weighing hundreds to thousands of pounds.
What is Hot Forging?
Hot forging, also known as hot forming or drop forging, is a metalworking process that involves shaping and deforming metal at elevated temperatures. Compared to other methods, metal forging produces some of the strongest parts. That’s why working with a custom metal forging manufacturer is key for durable, high-performance components. You’ll often see it used in industries that require strength and durability, such as the marine, construction, and agriculture industries, where it’s used for make structural components for tractors, combines, and plows.
Additionally, forging is commonly used to fortify tools like drill bits used for mining and drilling. For these critical components, forging ensures there are no porosity issues that could cause breakage when drilling deep and through rock.
How Does Hot Forging Work?
Hot forging is a process that entails heating a piece until it’s nearly three-quarters of the way to melting. At this high temperature, metal is more pliable and easier to shape, allowing manufacturers to create more elaborate shapes than with cold forging. However, it’s essential to understand the differences between hot forging vs cold forging, as each method offers unique advantages depending on the material and intended application.
During hot forging, the temperature reaches above the recrystallization point of the metal being formed. The final desired shape is achieved through hammers, presses, or other machinery that compress the heated metal.
How to Find the Best Partner for Hot Forging
Looking for a reliable hot forging manufacturing partner? Your best partner will have engineering acumen in the forging industry, in-house metal forging manufacturing capabilities, speedy turnaround times, and ISO certification in manufacturing. And the longer the manufacturer has been in the forging industry, the better.
We specialize in hot forging with metal materials including:
- Carbon steels, including low-, medium-, and high-carbon steels ideal for high-temperature and high-pressure applications
- Alloy steels, strong, tough, and wear-resistant, commonly used in medical applications
- Stainless steel, a corrosion-resistant option ideal for use in harsh environments
- Aluminum, a lightweight, non-ferrous material commonly used in construction
- Brass, a non-ferrous alloy with antimicrobial properties
- Copper, a non-ferrous and corrosion resistant alloy popular in making instruments for ships
Start a Hot Forging Project Today
The Federal Group has a longstanding reputation of forging excellence with every part and partnership. For forty years, we’ve been known for producing durable and high-quality forgings—and we can’t wait to get to work forging your custom metal parts and components.
Contact us today to get started on a custom project quote.
Client Testimonials
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Jonathon Lanham2025-09-26Mike Allen and The Federal Group have been an absolute pleasure to work with. From the first day we reached out to them they responded punctually and professionally and helped us with every step of the process. We came to them with a budget conscious challenge and they delivered above and beyond a fitting and accurate solution. A quality finished part that has improved the overall quality of our product, and that's what really counts. Thank you to The Federal Group!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Sean Brockhouse2025-04-20Sandor Holzer has gone above and beyond helping us to get another part ramped up for production, creative getting samples ahead of schedule so we could meet tight timelines. Outstanding customer service!!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Melissa Quiroz2024-08-09Good company, knowledgeable staff, product was exactly what i asked for. Got me out of a jam!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Alex Armstrong2023-12-15Steve was great to work with and was always available when needed.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Jon Ramsey2023-10-07Mike at TFG was tenative to our supply needs and an immense help! Took on a project that was quite large and daunting, only to be resilient through the task challenges. In conclusion, everything was completed successfully and a huge success. Would recommend and I plan to use them for future projects. Thanks again Mike and TFG team.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Nic Robinson2023-10-05Steve Bogdanovich has been critical to our team meeting deadlines with a quality product. The communication and customer service is top notch. We know we can rely on Steve and The Federal Group team to get us a quality product and in a timely manner. We've sent all of our casted parts through them because we know we will get the best service, and they keep us informed through every step in the process.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Sean Connelly2023-06-21The Federal Group was great to work with. Steve was very professional and diligent in providing good advice/feedback as well as following up with me. Look forward to working with them in the future as well!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Sher Stahl2020-07-10The Federal Group is a top-notch supplier of ours. They take quality very seriously and strive to ensure we have exactly what we want and when we need it. Communication is excellent. Service is excellent. I have worked with this supplier directly for better than 7 years now, and still considered one of my best suppliers. We've recently expanded our product line with this company and are excited to partner on this line and on future projects. Words cannot express how grateful I am to have such a responsive company, and rep, Richard, to work with. I highly recommend this supplier.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Marshall2020-06-30Excellent customer service and products!
