The thinking behind MetPlus™ in action
Working with major OEMs, Hillfoot developed an alternative manufacturing route for bespoke forged components designed to reduce costs, shorten lead times and simplify the route to finished component.
The Hillfoot approach
Rather than accepting the conventional manufacturing route, our technical team looked at how the component was being produced and where the process could be improved.
Using bespoke tooling, the ingot is press-forged close to the final component shape, producing multiple parts in bar form.
The process also ensures the grain flow follows the component shape, strengthening critical areas.
Components can then be supplied near-net shape, semi-machined or fully machined, depending on customer requirements.
The commercial benefit
Rethinking the manufacturing route can deliver:
Reduced manufacturing costs
Shorter lead times
A simpler, more efficient supply chain
Greater flexibility in how components are supplied
The MetPlus™ mindset
This is the thinking behind our MetPlus™ methodology: looking beyond the steel specification to understand the complete manufacturing route and identify opportunities to improve material selection, processing, cost and production efficiency.
Could we rethink how your component is manufactured? Talk to us on 0114 233 1133.
