Anderson Shumaker steelworkers are some of the most dedicated and hardworking professionals in the world. Every day, they put their skills and expertise to the test in order to produce high-quality products that are essential to our economy and our way of life. In particular, those who work in a forge shop are true masters…
As Easter approaches, many businesses take time to reflect on the significance of this holiday. For an open-die forging shop, Easter is a time to celebrate the rebirth and renewal that comes with the spring season. Just as the flowers bloom and the world comes back to life after a long winter, an open-die forging…
Competition is an essential aspect of any industry. It drives innovation, encourages businesses to continually improve, and ultimately benefits the customer. Just like the teams competing in the Final Four of March Madness, companies like Anderson Shumaker understand the value of healthy competition and the benefits it brings to their industry. Anderson Shumaker is a…
In today’s competitive business landscape, it’s not enough to simply maintain the status quo. Companies must be willing to fight to be better and continually improve in order to gain market share and remain competitive. Anderson Shumaker, a leading open-die forging company, understands this reality and has made a commitment to continually improve and grow…
March Madness is one of the most exciting times of the year for sports fans all across the country. As we watch our favorite college basketball teams compete for the championship, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement and energy of the tournament. But did you know that Anderson Shumaker, a leading open-die…
Anderson Shumaker is a forging company that has been around for over 100 years. Founded in 1902, the company has built a reputation for quality, reliability, and innovation, becoming one of the most trusted names in the forging industry. Over the course of its history, Anderson Shumaker has weathered numerous economic downturns and industry changes,…
Anderson Shumaker is a leading producer of custom open-die forgings, serving a wide range of industries, including aerospace, defense, oil and gas, and more. With over 100 years of experience, Anderson Shumaker has built a reputation for quality, reliability, and innovation, becoming one of the most trusted names in the forging industry. What sets Anderson…
Presidents’ Day is a federal holiday celebrating the birthdays of two of America’s most influential presidents, George Washington, and Abraham Lincoln. These two leaders have profoundly impacted the history of the United States, and their legacies continue to inspire Americans to this day. But did you know that steel has played a significant role in…
Happy New Year from Anderson Shumaker! As an AS9001D-certified company, Anderson Shumaker is part of a global forging community. Thanks for all your support and your valuable interaction in 2022. We hope for a lot many fruitful interactions in 2023. Happy new year. Need a Forge Shop Quote? Click Here: Request a Quote Contact: [email protected]…
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Destructive & Non-Destructive Testing Metal testing is there since the professionals have been mixing different metals. People tend to compare destructive and non-destructive testing. But in general, both methods give accurate results and have their area of expertise. Both approaches have pros and cons in their testing procedure and results. Most people find destructive testing…
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…
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…
TIS THE SEASON WE’D LIKE TO WISH YOU A SAFE AND HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASON AND A PEACEFUL AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR! AT THE HOLIDAY SEASON OUR THOUGHTS TURN GRATEFULLY TO THOSE THAT HAVE MADE OUR PROGRESS POSSIBLE IT IS IN THIS SPIRIT WE SAY SIMPLE BUT SINCERELY THANK YOU AND BEST WISHES FOR THE HOLIDAY…
In addition to open die forging, Anderson Shumaker uses hammer forging to manufacture many of our products. What’s the difference? Let’s find out in today’s blog post. What is Hammer Forging? This forging technique uses two dies. These dies are attached to a moving ram and a stationary anvil. The operated places heated metal on…
Our team really nailed it in May 2020, as Anderson Shumaker achieved record sales and shipments! Even during these difficult times, our employees are not only working hard to adhere to new health & safety policies, but they are keeping Anderson Shumaker successful while do so. We even had a fun, socially distanced BBQ outside…
While Anderson Shumaker is an industry leader in seamless rolled rings, did you know that we’re also a trusted supplier of forged flat bars? We forge our bars in ferrous and non-ferrous materials for many industries; for example, aerospace, defense, oil & gas, and power generation all use flat bars. Let’s learn more about these…
Anderson Shumaker is proud to be an open die forge shop. However, this isn’t the only forging technique available. Sometimes our clients wonder which method gives the best advantage: open die or closed die forging? Let’s take a look at each. Open Die Forging Open die forging, also known as free forging, is when a…
Did you know that metal fatigue is one of the most dangerous types of metal failures? What makes metal fatigue challenging is that this defect can be very subtle, and even go unnoticed until it’s too late to correct. Avoiding metal fatigue is yet another reason why choosing a reliable forge shop like Anderson Shumaker…
Anderson Shumaker is an approved forged rolled ring provider for many industries. Our forged rings are critical components for many industries. Due to their importance, all our rolled rings must be durable, accurate, and able to withstand extreme temperatures and weather conditions. But, how does a customer choose a seamless rolled ring provider? Choosing the…
While there are a lot categories for metal, the most important difference is whether a metal is ferrous or non-ferrous. Anderson Shumaker forges in both ferrous and non-ferrous materials, but what is the different between these categories? Let’s learn more. What Are Ferrous Metals? Simply defined: ferrous metals include iron in their composition, often as…
In honor of our hardworking healthcare professionals, today we’ll discuss the importance of steel in the medical industry. While Anderson Shumaker doesn’t make end-use medical components, we do forge many of the same steel grades the medical industry relies on for lifesaving tools and equipment. Let’s take a look into why steel is a top…
Forged seamless rolled rings are an Anderson Shumaker specialty. While we’re carefully following new health and safety protocols to help flatten the curve of COVID-19, we’re at work fulfilling our customers’ critical supply chain needs. This includes the need for forged rolled rings. Let’s take a deeper look into these specialty products. How are Forged…
March 23, 2020 – Important Announcement: Anderson Shumaker’s Operation Schedule On March 21 at 5:00 PM, the State of Illinois enforced a “Shelter at Home Order.” This order aims to flatten the curve of COVID-19 pandemic. Because of this order, all non-essential businesses will temporarily close. However, manufacturing is considered an essential business. Therefore, Anderson…
Some days, we like to get a little wild in the forge shop; at least we do with our exotic alloys. But what exactly are exotic alloys? Today we’ll discuss 3 popular exotic alloys that we forge at Anderson Shumaker. What Are Exotic Alloys? Exotic alloys (also called super alloys) contain a very high alloy…
We forge a lot of special projects at Anderson Shumaker, but none more so than our special machinery forged parts. Because special machinery’s requirements present unique challenges, these projects require a lot of upfront planning to ensure each part and process is perfect. Last week we discussed custom forging, so it only makes sense to…
Do you need something custom forged? Anderson Shumaker has got you covered! We are an industry leader in forging durable, custom parts. Furthermore, we forge in a variety of materials for many industries and applications. Our Custom Forgings We can take our customers’ demanding requirements and create custom parts from forge to finish machining. Best…
We know that both skill and practice makes our products perfect and avoids common forging defects. Our talented employees work hard to make sure all forgings that leave our shop are of superior quality and meet all client specifications. However, in the forging process, defects sometimes happen. A skilled forging workforce like Anderson Shumaker’s knows…
Did you know that Anderson Shumaker is a leading manufacturer of forged steel blocks? We forge blocks for all types of industries, including oil & gas, food processing, aerospace, defense, and many more. We make our forged steel blocks through our open die forging process. Our blocks exhibit ductility, ease of machining, and high strength.…
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: it’s the people and employees at Anderson Shumaker who make our company truly successful. Our dedicated employees are eager to learn, show great integrity, have confidence, excellent attention to detail, and above all, are diversely talented. Our carefully crafted company culture is a unique part of…
Our forging equipment works just as hard as our talented employees. Moreover, if we didn’t have proper equipment, we wouldn’t be able to offer diverse products or meet our high-quality standards. Today we’ll take a look at our most important forge shop equipment. FORGING & RING ROLLING EQUIPMENT Anderson Shumaker uses all of the below…
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. Consequently, we’re really proud of this latest equipment addition. Here are a few fun facts about our new heat-treat furnace: Clam Shell…
Happy New Year from Anderson Shumaker! In our last few holiday blog posts, we’ve focused on holiday traditions. Consequently, we’ve talked a lot about food. Special dishes – sometimes served only once a year – are an integral part in new year holiday traditions and celebrations. For example, many Americans eat turkey at Thanksgiving, hotdogs…