Cold forged fasteners are trusted in many industries, such as automotive, aerospace and agricultural across the globe. Here, Clevtec outline the main reasons why cold forged fasteners are a good option.
Cold forging is a metal working process that is carried out at approximately room temperature by material in wire form, which is then cut and fed into die.
Increased strength
As cold forged fasteners are being formed and not cut, the grain flow moves in the die to produce the net shape of the finished product. This method, Clevtec states, ensures the product is stronger than if it was produced by other processes, such as machining. This is a more ecological production method as the parts are produced without scrap material.
Faster production
Clevtec, part of Clevedon Fasteners Ltd, says cold forging production rates allow for 100 – 300 parts per minute. This fast paced manufacturing process can be further enhanced by computer controlled processors which allow for processing without the need of human supervision.
Reduced carbon emissions
Among forging processes, Clevtec explains that cold forging is often considered the most eco-friendly option. During cold forging, the desired shape is formed to its net shape and thus reducing unnecessary waste. Energy consumption is also lower in comparison to other methods, such as hot forging, meaning businesses using cold forged fasteners are contributing towards sustainable manufacturing.
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