Shaping

Forming is an essential group of manufacturing processes as defined in DIN 8580. It is a process that produces workpieces through a permanent change in the shape of solid raw parts. This process encompasses a wide range of techniques aimed at bringing materials such as metals, plastics or even composites into the desired shape.

Various mechanisms such as bending, drawing, upsetting or deep drawing can be used. Forming plays a decisive role in numerous industries, including automotive engineering, aerospace, mechanical engineering and electronics. Precise forming makes it possible to create complex geometries that often could not be achieved with other manufacturing processes.

The selection of the suitable forming process and the consideration of material and process parameters are decisive in order to ensure the desired properties and quality of the workpieces.