Forming encompasses a wide range of processes and applications. This article provides an overview of the fundamental principles and focuses on the forming processes and fields of application that play a central role in Felss\u2019 industrial environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Definition of forming<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Forming, or forming technology, is a manufacturing process in which materials are given a new shape through plastic deformation without removing any material. Unlike machining processes such as milling or turning, the material volume remains unchanged while the geometry of the workpiece is altered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Forming technology is an integral part of modern industrial production processes<\/a>. It is used to manufacture components economically in large quantities while also modifying their mechanical properties in a controlled manner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A major advantage of forming technology is that the material is not only shaped but also altered within its structure. This makes it possible to produce components that offer greater load-bearing capacity than comparable machined components with the same geometry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every forming operation affects the material structure: the required forces increase while formability decreases. Additional processes such as soft annealing, recrystallisation annealing or quenching and tempering are used to control this effect. They help prepare components optimally for subsequent forming operations and their intended application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You are currently viewing a placeholder content from YouTube<\/strong>. To access the actual content, click the button below. Please note that doing so will share data with third-party providers.<\/p> More Information<\/a> <\/div> At Felss, we specialise in cold forming<\/a> and support these processes throughout the entire value chain, from designing components suitable for forming and developing appropriate manufacturing processes to implementation in series production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Our range of services includes both machine engineering<\/a> and component manufacturing<\/a>, allowing technological and production requirements to be closely integrated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n DIN 8582 classifies forming processes according to the mechanical stresses acting within the workpiece. This classification system provides a systematic structure for positioning forming technology within manufacturing processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The following main groups are distinguished:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The following sections focus on compressive forming and bending, as these forming processes are particularly relevant to Felss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Compressive forming refers to forming processes in which a workpiece is plastically deformed primarily by compressive forces. The material is pressed into a die or between tools, causing its shape to change in a controlled manner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Typical compressive forming processes include rolling<\/a> and impact extrusion<\/a>. They are used in particular to manufacture compact, highly load-bearing components that must meet strict requirements regarding dimensional accuracy, strength and material utilisation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to DIN 8583, compressive forming can be divided into the following process groups:<\/p>\n\n\n\n This classification describes the different operating principles and tool concepts used in compressive forming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Specialised processes such as axial forming<\/a> and rotary swaging<\/a> also belong to the category of compressive forming. These processes are among Felss\u2019 core areas of expertise and enable controlled material flow as well as the production of complex, rotationally symmetrical components with optimised properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n During bending, a workpiece is shaped by bending forces. The material is stretched on the outside of the bend and compressed on the inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The most important bending processes include tube bending, roll bending and profile bending. They are primarily used to manufacture components with defined angles or radii.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Depending on the material properties and application requirements, forming processes are carried out at different temperatures. A decisive factor is whether the workpiece is heated above room temperature before or during forming, as this influences both the forming process and the resulting material properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n On this basis, forming processes can generally be divided into two categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Industrial](\"https:\/\/felss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Felss_Tube2018-014-1024x683.webp\" "\\"Forming")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe role of forming technology in industrial manufacturing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Video: how components change during forming<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Forming technology at Felss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Forming processes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nCompressive forming<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Compressive forming according to DIN 8583<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Bending<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Classification of forming processes by temperature<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Cold forming processes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n