Whether wind, hydro, tidal, wave, current, geothermal, or biomass power, the process of converting energy often requires using turbines. The turbines, in turn, rely on components such as shafts, gears, and seamless rolled rings to capture, transmit, and amplify the mechanical motion necessary for power generation, according to Jeff Klein, Director of Sales for HYPERLINK “http://www.steelforge.com”All Metals & Forge Group (AM&FG), an ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D manufacturer of custom and standard open die forged parts and seamless rolled rings.
“Each of these forged components plays a critical role in the overall efficiency and reliability of the energy conversion process,” says Klein.
Open die forged parts and seamless rolled rings are used because they have superior properties and can endure the harsh environment and stresses present in these settings. Other factors can include exposure to high temperatures, salt water, and any abrasives in the air or water such as sand, dust, or dirt particles.
As the global community seeks to use more alternative energy, increasing volumes of highly reliable and durable forged components will be required. Until recently, acquiring many of these critical forged components could take a year or more due to shortages and bottlenecks in the supply chain, which could threaten the viability of a renewable energy project.
Now, leading forged part manufacturers have streamlined the process to less than two months for a wide range of durable custom forged components, which helps to expedite project completion and lowers overall costs.
AM&FG, which has been manufacturing and selling open die forgings and seamless rolled rings for more than 50 years, can also produce forgings for drive and tending ends, and large cylinders in diameters that cover the sizes needed in the power generation industry. AM&FG can produce seamless rolled rings or contoured rolled rings up to 200 inches in outside diameter, and custom forgings up to 40 feet long or 80,000 lbs.
Carbon steel, alloy steel, stainless steel, nickel, titanium, and aluminum are among the materials used for forging. These forgings meet rigorous industry specifications such as ASTM, AMS, AISI, ASME, SAE, GE, DIN, ASME B 16.5, ASME B16.47, and API 6A.
To optimize efficiency and reduce costs, the company frequently provides near-net-shaped forged parts with more refined surface finishes.
For more information, contact All Metals & Forge, LLC at (973) 276-5000; Canada 416-363-2244, toll-free (800) 600-9290; or visit http://www.steelforge.com.