February 2022 Volume 4

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American GFMCorporation American GFM Corporation is a leading manufacturer of Radial Forging Machine Tools and Systems. American GFM has developed a new generation of electric driven Radial Forging Machines that provides many improvements in processing efficiency and economic sustainability. Radial Forging is a process in which high forces are transferred, via surface contact, to change the diameter of a workpiece by deformation. In Radial Forging

Machines, the work piece rotation is accomplished in an optimized, direct-controlled manner by a torque motor drive of the manipulator. American GFM Radial Forging Technology is the most economical way of working high alloyed materials to achieve specific material properties and is ideally suited to process components in many industries including steel and alloy conversion, automotive/transportation, oil and gas, energy generation, medical and railroad. The ability to process hollow components with varying O.D. and I.D. contours is also a distinct advantage of American GFMRadial Forging. American GFM forging equipment can work in an automated operation procedure to achieve the highest productivity, precise repeatability and outstanding product quality. Knowing the needs of the customer, American GFM can offer a custom processing solution with a flexible overall package for highest productivity and reliability. American GFMCorporation 1200 Cavalier Blvd.

Chesapeake, VA 23323 Phone: 757-487-2442 Website: www.gfm-global.com

HEICO Fastening Systems HEICO Fastening Systems specializes in manufacturing superior engineered fastening products for securing critical bolted joints in a wide variety of press applications. Globally, HEICO’s fastening solutions are used on forging and extrusion presses, injection molding assemblies and various secondary operation applications. HEICO-LOCK® Wedge Locking Washers and HEICO-TEC® Tensioning Systems ensure the safety, accuracy and lifespan of vital bolted connections in the harshest of operating environments.

HEICO-TEC® Tensioning Systems provide a cutting-edge solution for accurately securing large diameter tie rods, press columns and other bolted joints common in the forging industry. HEICO supports both standard, off the shelf availability and custom tensioners to meet specific design requirements. HEICO is here to serve the forging industry. Their North American HQ and distribution center is located in Hickory, NC. IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certifications are integral to HEICO’s zero-defect manufacturing strategy. HEICO Fastening Systems 2377 8th Ave NW Hickory, NC 28601 Phone: 8880-822-5661 Website: www.heico-lock.us

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