November 2024 Volume 6

EQUIPMENT & TECHNOLOGY

The results were impressive. The initial weight trials and produc tion runs closely matched the simulation, ensuring that the tooling performed as expected. The new tooling design has shown no signs of early wear, and the final part was free from the folds seen in earlier digital iterations. Additionally, the finish station extrudes material into the outboard and inboard flash, reducing stress on the tooling while ensuring the cavity fills completely. By harnessing advanced simulation and forging technologies, Viking Forge continues to provide innovative solutions to complex manu facturing challenges, setting a new standard for precision and reli ability in the industry.

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Testimonial:

support. Forge seamlessly integrated into our workflow, accurately predicting manufac turing outcomes and boosting our design accuracy. Notably, Forge reduced process cycle time by two seconds for a critical part, thanks to its predictive capabilities. Forge consistently stands out for its precision and ease of use. Transvalor Americas' responsive support was crucial to our successful transition. Their

training programs were invaluable, making Transvalor our top choice for enhancing manufacturing processes. Forge's ability to optimize design valida tions and streamline workflows was a game changer, minimizing waste and energy consumption while maintaining quality standards. - Damon Stocker, Design Engineer & Pat Walsh, Engineering Manager

We switched to Transvalor Forge for its intu itive interface, fast simulations, and excellent

The Forging Foundation builds a pipeline of the best and brightest future employees of the forging industry!

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS

TECHNOLOGY PROJECTS

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

The Forging Foundation awards scholarships each year to students interested in careers in the forging industry. • The Al Underys Engineering, Metallurgical & Material Sciences Memorial Scholarship • Charles W. Finkl Scholarship • Forging Industry Women’s Scholarship • President’s Challenge • Edward F. Wozniak Memorial Scholarship

The Forging Foundation awards grants to advance the science of forging and to engage students and professors in industry relevant research. (Forging Research section of FIA Magazine features papers written by these students and professors.)

The Forging Foundation hosts Technology and Workforce Development Summits to develop meaningful relationships between businesses, faculty and students for senior design/research projects and to develop a talent pipeline through internships and interactions within the forging industry.

For more information about FIERF contact Amanda Dureiko, Director, Foundation & Workforce Development 6363 Oak Tree Blvd. | Independence, OH 44131 amanda@forging.org | www.fierf.org | (216) 781-6260

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