Southern Germany’s largest Open-Die Forge
Rosswag specializes in high-performance forged components using advanced machinery and deep expertise. Our offerings range from bars and custom-shaped rings to disks and holed disks, capable of handling weights up to four tons and sizes up to three meters with a wide range of different materials.
Machines
Technical equipment
Rosswag operates multiple hydraulic presses with 800 up to 3500 tons as well as air and drop hammers. For the wide range of different materials many furnaces are used for the different temperature levels. Heat Treatment furnaces and quenching basin with oil and water complete the holistic equipment for our forging services.
Key Facts
Our Machines
3 x Hydraulic Presses
Hydraulic presses for forging use high-pressure hydraulic fluid to shape and form metal materials with precision and power.
5 x Air- and Drop Hammers
Air and drop hammers for forging utilize rapid, repeated hammer strikes powered by air pressure or gravity to shape and form metal.
5 x Manipulators
Manipulators are used to lift and precisely position heavy forged parts, enhancing safety and efficiency in the forging process.
10 x Furnaces
Furnaces for heating forgings provide the intense, controlled heat necessary to make metal pliable for shaping and forming.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Open-die forging involves deforming a piece of metal between multiple dies that do not completely enclose the material. The metal is heated to high temperatures and then hammered or pressed into the desired shape. This process can be repeated multiple times, with the workpiece being rotated and flipped to achieve the required dimensions and properties.
The key advantages of open-die forging include:
Open-die forging is versatile in terms of the materials it can process. Commonly forged materials include carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, and other alloys. Each material requires specific forging temperatures and processing conditions to achieve the desired properties and performance.
Open-die forging and closed-die forging are both effective methods, but they serve different needs. Open-die forging is best for larger, simpler shapes and allows for more significant deformation, making it suitable for unique and large parts. In contrast, closed-die forging is typically used for smaller, more complex shapes with tighter tolerances and higher volume production.
Industries that require robust and durable components commonly use open-die forging. These include aerospace, oil and gas, power generation, defense, and heavy machinery. Each industry benefits from the strength, ductility, and resistance to wear and tear provided by forged parts.