Flow Forming: Going with the Flow

 

Flow forming is another way to spin metal and type of cold working process. This process is done at or near room temperature and requires a highly skilled metal spinning technician to carry out the work. The cold metalworking process changes the mechanical properties of the metal. As a result, the metal’s strength is similar to forged metal. The main difference between flow forming and Continue reading

Metal Spinning: A Cost-Effective Process

Metal SpinningMetal spinning image courtesy of Spincraft.

Ever notice that chandelier hanging from the ceiling or that metal bowl in your kitchen? Chances are that those items were manufactured through a process called metal spinning. The metal spinning process, also known as spin forming, is a cold metalworking process. This process differs from other types of metalworking because Continue reading