Horizontal forging of structural steel billets

Horizontal forging aligns the grain flow of the steel along the length of the shaft, which improves fatigue resistance and load-bearing capacity. It is the preferred method for producing axles and transmission shafts that must endure continuous high torque without cracking.

Induction tempering heats the shaft surface rapidly and uniformly, then controls the cooling rate to achieve a consistent hardness profile. This reduces residual stresses and eliminates soft spots that could lead to early fatigue cracks under cyclic loading.

We perform magnetic particle inspection and ultrasonic testing on every forged axle and transmission shaft. These methods detect surface and subsurface flaws without damaging the component, ensuring the shaft meets the required fatigue life for processing plant applications.

Yes. We work from your drawings or existing shaft dimensions to produce custom forged billets. Our horizontal forging press can handle a range of cross-sections, and we adjust the induction tempering cycle to match the material grade and hardness specification you need.

We primarily forge medium-carbon and alloy structural steels such as 1045, 4140, and 4340. These grades respond well to induction tempering and provide the toughness required for kinetic transmission shafts in processing plants.