Custom Metal Forging Resources

At Great Lakes Forge, we use industry-leading forging and machining processes to produce custom metal components. Use the resource links below to learn more about our forging and machining capabilities.

Information About Forging & Machining Processes

Forging Process Resources

Our open die forging processes produce high-performance metal components from premium materials. View the links below for more information about forging.

• Different Types of Forging Processes
• Open Die vs Closed Die Forging
• The Advantages of Steel Forging vs Casting
• Techniques of Open Die Forging
• Benefits of Open Die Forging

Metal Machining Process Resources

We use precision CNC machining capabilities to produce intricate metal parts with tight tolerances. Our CNC turning and milling processes can produce prototype parts, short-run production components, and custom high-dimensional parts with near-limitless shape possibilities.

• CNC Turning vs CNC Milling

Stainless Steel Forging Capabilities

We work with a wide range of high-performance stainless steel grades, each with unique strength and corrosion-resistant properties. With an extensive in-stock inventory of stainless steel, we provide customers with fast turnaround on custom forgings of stainless steel components.

• Stainless Steel Forging Guide
• 304 Stainless Steel
• 13-8 Stainless Steel Resource Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

Our customers often have specific questions about our custom forging and machining capabilities. View our Frequently Asked Questions page to discover the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about forging.