Forging presses for hot and cold forming

Forging presses for metal forming

SIEMPELKAMP designs and builds hydraulic forging presses for the hot and cold forming of the most demanding workpieces. With press forces of up to 500 MN and beyond, our systems form components made of materials that are difficult to form and that are subject to the highest requirements in terms of precision and process reliability. Every project starts with our customer’s end product. Together with you, we develop the optimum process technology, simulate the forming behavior of the materials, and plan the entire plant including all peripheral systems.

Our portfolio of forging presses at a glance

Whether open-die forging with a high stroke frequency, precision-controlled closed-die forming, or isothermal forging of high-performance materials that are difficult to form: Our portfolio of forging presses covers the entire range of bulk metal forming.

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Open-die forging press

Our hydraulic open-die forging presses operate with press forces from 10 to 160 MN and are characterized by a particularly high stroke frequency. In fully automatic operation with integrated manipulator control and Forgemaster technology software, they forge bars, discs, rings, and flanges made of steel, titanium, nickel-based alloys, and aluminum. SIEMPELKAMP supplies complete open-die forging lines including manipulators, lift-and-rotate tables, tool magazine, and tool changing system.

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Closed-die forging press

With press forces between 15 and 500 MN, our closed-die forging presses provide the optimum basis for complex components made of high-strength materials. Specially developed control algorithms regulate the forming speed in the range from 0.05 to 50 mm/s within a tolerance band of ±5 percent. In combination with hydraulic synchronization control systems, this ensures the highest dimensional accuracy and reproducibility, even with asymmetrical mass distribution and high eccentric loads.

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Isothermal forging press

Our isothermal forging presses are used to manufacture highly loaded components made of materials that are difficult to form, such as titanium aluminide or powder-metallurgical nickel-based alloys. The forging tools are temperature-controlled to within a few degrees, and the press speed is up to 0.01 mm/s. SIEMPELKAMP supplies complete isothermal forging cells including furnace, loading manipulator, die heating, hydraulic drive system, and automation technology. The entire forging process takes place in a protective gas atmosphere or under a vacuum.

Forging solutions with a holistic approach

Digital planning from concept to production

With our digital twin approach, we support every project from the initial idea and system design through simulation, engineering, and virtual commissioning all the way into production. This enables a seamless transition from the digital model to the real machine, minimizes project risks, improves software quality, and accelerates commissioning. As a result, the full performance capability of the system is available right from the start.

Exceptional precision and reproducibility

The precise control of speed, force, and synchronization in combination with automated control of the forming speed minimizes process fluctuations and enables highly precise and reproducible forming results. This results in outstanding dimensional accuracy, consistent material properties, and reliably high production quality.

Proven for the most demanding materials

Our forging press technology is designed for demanding applications with high-performance materials such as Ti-5553. The precise control of the forming process ensures reliable material flow and consistent results, even under the most demanding process conditions.

In-house expertise in large castings

With our own foundry, we manufacture large and complex castings weighing up to 320 tons directly in-house. This shortens production times, reduces external dependencies, and ensures continuous control over component quality, engineering, and delivery dates.

Proven project experience

Decades of experience in the worldwide delivery and installation of XXL presses mean that we understand the challenges far beyond press construction. From heavy-load logistics and special transports to on-site installation and commissioning, our teams coordinate the entire implementation. This ensures reliable project execution even for particularly demanding large-scale projects.

Expertise combined. Projects clearly coordinated.

Presses, automation, process technology, large-scale machinery, foundry, and service in an integrated range of services. A central contact person brings together all relevant expertise and ensures clear responsibilities across the entire project scope. This creates efficient workflows and seamless collaboration between all trades.

Over 100 years of experience. Over 700 large presses worldwide.

More than a century of engineering expertise and over 700 large presses installed worldwide form the foundation for reliable forging technology. Our experience with generations of press technology and complex applications makes us a proven partner for demanding forging projects.

Here you will find the right services

Customer service

Secure forging processes with remote analysis, on-site support, and documented maintenance for presses that operate reliably under high forces.

Spare parts service

Keep forging presses ready for operation with precisely fitting original parts, clear technical assignment, and plannable procurement for demanding hot forming processes.

Retrofit & modernization

Bring forging presses up to the latest technical standard – from drive and control system to safety technology, hydraulics, and energy-efficient process control.

Consulting & audit

Analyze the frames, cylinders, and process parameters of your forging systems in order to reliably assess loads, risks, and modernization steps.

Let’s talk about your requirements!

From the initial idea through to implementation, our specialist departments will advise you on customized systems, components, and services.