Forging of thick-walled tubes

Proven concept with added function

To help you boost business, SMS group modified and extended its proven SMX concept to include tube forging. Specifically, we expanded the plant layout to incorporate a third manipulator that holds a mandrel bar. Also integrated are conically shaped tools that ensure high-quality tube surface finishes.

Forging of large-diameter and thick-walled tubes at Vitkovice Hammering

Benefits

  • Production of straight and stepped tubes
  • Lower eccentricity, e.g. from ± 15 mm in the mother tube to max. ± 2.6 mm in the finished tube