Open-Die Forged Rounds

At Great Lakes Forge, we produce forged rounds crafted to custom dimensions for industrial applications. With our open-die forging process, our steel forged rounds deliver superior performance for parts across the most rugged sectors, including gears, shafts, and other components. Whatever your application, we have the equipment and expertise to forge rounds that meet your exact material and dimensional requirements.

Contact us today and learn how our forged rounds can support your next project, or request a quote to get started on a custom order.

Manufacturing Capabilities for Custom Forged Rounds

We craft our custom forged rounds using the open-die forging method. Our open-die process makes it possible to forge rounds in nearly any size or material, even at dimensions beyond the limits of other forging methods. Every round is custom-manufactured to customer specifications. Key features of GL Forge's custom-forged rounds include:

• Forged in a variety of materials, including stainless steel, carbon steel, and specialty alloys
• Can create forged rounds with custom dimensions, including very large pieces
• In-house secondary services like heat treating, CNC machining, and rough turning to finish parts to exact specifications

Benefits of Open-Forged Rounds

Open-die forging produces rounds with properties that meet the performance requirements of the most demanding applications. This process delivers consistent quality and performance advantages over cast or machined alternatives. Benefits from the open die forging process for our rounds include:

• Superior grain flow for higher strength and fatigue resistance
• Greater toughness and reliability under stress
• Fewer internal voids and porosity compared to casting
• Manufacturing flexibility for a wide range of custom parts

Industrial Applications of Forged Rounds

We manufacture steel forged rounds for customers in a wide range of sectors, including rugged industries where strength and performance cannot be compromised. Common applications include:

• Shafts for heavy equipment
• Gears, rollers, and other power generation components
• Aerospace components
• Heavy-duty machinery used for press repair, mining, oil & gas, and other sectors

Why Partner with Great Lakes Forge for Your Custom Forged Rounds?

At Great Lakes Forge, we combine three generations of forging expertise with an unwavering commitment to customer success. We serve manufacturers and businesses across the US, providing superior quality forgings, quick lead times, and dedicated service with every order. When you choose GL Forge for your steel forged rounds, you can rely on:

• Fast lead times and quick turnaround
• Competitive pricing with no minimum order requirement
• A dedicated team focused on precision and quality
• Industry-leading open-die forging capabilities and secondary service solutions
• Full ISO 9001:2015 certification

Contact Us Today to Get Custom Steel Forged Rounds

Great Lakes Forge is ready to deliver custom-forged components built to your exact requirements. Contact us today to request a quote and learn how we can bring to life the forged components you need.