Induction forging

Induction forging uses induction to heat metal parts before they are shaped or “deformed” by presses or hammers.

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Induction heating explained

Automated, high-output solutions for bar end and partial heating.

What is induction forging?

Induction forging uses induction to heat metal parts before they are shaped or ‘deformed’ by presses or hammers.

Brochure: Induction heating applications

What are the benefits?

The speed and controllability of induction heating ensures high throughput
Induction minimises oxidation and helps maintain metallurgical integrity
Ideal for integrating into automated production lines

ENRX bar end and partial heaters are field-proven systems used by many manufacturers around the world. Each system is backed by the resources and service capabilities of ENRX.

Where is it used?

Induction forging is widely used in the metal and foundry industries to heat billets, bars and bar ends. Metals commonly forged with ENRX systems include aluminum, brass, copper, steel and stainless steel.

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What equipment is available?

Three families of ENRX equipment can be used for forging applications: HeatLine, Sinac and Minac. However, HeatLine includes various models that are specially designed for high-output forging of billets, bars, handlebars, bar ends, bolts and pre-formed components.

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A heated workpiece being ejected from a CBB horizontal heater. The CBB ejects parts in a single location – a major benefit for operators.
An ENRX CHV vertical heater. Capable of heating any type of profile, including preformed components, the CHV supports manual and robot loading.
ENRX billet heater heat practically any dimension of billets and slugs in materials as diverse as stainless steel, copper, aluminium, titanium and brass.
ENRX bar end and partial heaters are field-proven systems used by many manufacturers around the world. Each system is backed by the resources and service capabilities of ENRX.
Designing unique, customised bar end solutions is an ENRX strength. Our technical capabilities let us meet virtually any customer-specific requirements.