European vs Chinese forging: Quality, cost, and supply chain considerations
European vs Chinese forging: Quality, cost, and supply chain considerations by By Pro Steel Supply December 24, 2024 When procurement teams evaluate forging suppliers, the choice between European and Chinese manufacturers often comes down to a simple assumption: European equals premium quality at premium prices, Chinese equals acceptable quality at budget prices. This oversimplification can […]
Heat treatment timing: Why sequence matters in forged components
Heat treatment timing: Why sequence matters in forged components by By Pro Steel Supply December 24, 2024 A perfectly forged component can become expensive scrap in minutes if heat treatment occurs at the wrong time in the manufacturing sequence. Yet many purchasers—and even some manufacturers—don’t fully understand the critical relationship between forging, machining, and heat […]
From 3 to 8.5 meters: How offshore wind changed forging requirements
From 3 to 8.5 meters: How offshore wind changed forging requirements by By Pro Steel Supply December 24, 2024 Twenty years ago, offshore wind turbines stood on monopiles barely 3 meters in diameter. Today, the latest installations require foundation structures exceeding 8.5 meters across. This dramatic evolution hasn’t just changed the landscape of renewable energy—it’s […]
Decoding material certificates: 3.1 vs 3.2 and why it matters
Decoding material certificates: 3.1 vs 3.2 and why it matters by By Pro Steel Supply December 24, 2024 When your project depends on material performance, the certificate that accompanies your forged components isn’t just paperwork—it’s your assurance that the material will perform as specified. Yet many purchasers don’t fully understand the crucial differences between material […]