FORGED BLOCKS - FORGED SHAPES

Hammer Forging (Flat Die)

Hammer Forging (Flat Die) The ideal procedure for individual forgings is hammer forging. In this process, an immediate application of pressure to a comparatively limited region forms the material. A hammer or ram delivers the forged portion with sporadic strikes, adding the required strain. The hammer is lowered from its full height to do this…

FORGED BLOCKS - FORGED SHAPES

Open Die Forging

Open Die Forging The method of forming metal by the application of force is known as forging. In Open-die forging, a hammer hits and reshapes the workpiece set on a stationary anvil during open-die forging. Open-die forging takes its name from the idea that the dies do not enclose the workpiece (the surfaces in touch…

We are no longer in the dark ages TOTO!

RINGS, DISCS, FORGED BAR Ohh My

RINGS, DISCS, FORGED BAR Ohh My We are no longer in the dark ages TOTO! Anderson Shumaker creates open die forgings in a variety of shapes and sizes including rings, discs, bars, blocks, and special shapes based on your drawings and specifications. Sizes in all categories will depend on the grade of material and dimensional…

Anderson Shumaker Mission Statement

New Year same commitment

New Year same commitment Our Mission has been the same. The Anderson Shumaker team is dedicated to earning your loyalty and gaining your trust through: Total Quality Management Quick and Accurate Response to Inquiries As-Promised Deliveries Fair and Competitive Prices A Strong Commitment to Future Growth During 2020 a hard COVID-19 year, Anderson Shumaker decided…

Grain Flow

Why Grain Flow Matters

We’re all about forging for grain flow at Anderson Shumaker. After all, grain flow is important when creating durable, long-lasting forged products. From rings to bars, we know the internal structure of our products is key to our customers’ end uses. But when it comes to forging metal, what exactly is grain flow, and why…

FORGED SHAPES - METAL SHAPES

Newest heat-treat furnace addition to the Anderson Shumaker equipment family

Another Bigger brand-new heat-treat furnace built in-house Back In November 2019, we welcomed the newest addition to the Anderson Shumaker equipment family: a brand-new heat-treat furnace! Additionally, our new furnace was designed, engineered, and built in-house. This is quite an accomplishment.  We are at it again and less than a year later, working on replacing…

nickel-based alloys

Meet Our Metals: Nickel-Based Alloys

Forging nickel-based alloys is an important part of Anderson Shumaker’s production. Our skilled team knows their metals inside and out. But, not everyone is familiar with the many materials we forge. Each metal has its own unique properties and attributes. Therefore, not all metals are appropriate for all products. A few weeks back we discussed…