Closed Die Forgings
Precision closed die forgings in materials including Monel K-500 and alloy steels. Reduces raw material costs and machining expenses, delivering lower unit costs for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications.
MTS Forge has delivered precision closed die forgings since 1986, serving aerospace, defense, power generation, and industrial sectors across Pennsylvania, Iowa, Kentucky, and Texas. Our metallurgical expertise, in-house tooling capabilities, and rigorous quality assurance programs minimize raw material waste and machining costs—delivering stronger, lower-cost components built to the most demanding industry standards.
From closed die and contour forgings to flanges, heat treatment, and custom components—built to the highest standards.
Precision closed die forgings in materials including Monel K-500 and alloy steels. Reduces raw material costs and machining expenses, delivering lower unit costs for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications.
Production of upset forgings, rings, and cylinders in nearly all grades. Maximum forging diameter of 26 inches and weight capacity up to 1,500 pounds per piece.
Forged flanges manufactured up to 14 inches in size, with the majority produced for the commercial nuclear sector under a stringent Quality Assurance Program with complete traceability.
In-house normalizing heat treatment at our Coatesville, PA facility refines grain structure, improves tensile strength, and enhances toughness and machinability across all forged components.
Contour forging services using specialty materials including Ferralium 255 duplex stainless steel, demonstrating MTS Forge's capability to supply a diverse range of high-performance alloys.
Custom-forged products tailored to exact specifications for components of any size or complexity, combining cutting-edge technology with time-honored American craftsmanship for superior durability and performance.
Our metallurgical experts evaluate your component requirements and select the optimal material—from alloy steels and stainless steels to high-performance alloys like Monel K-500—ensuring the right mechanical properties for your application from the start.
See how MTS Forge delivers precision-forged solutions for aerospace, defense, and power generation customers.
For nearly four decades, MTS Forge has built its reputation on metallurgical expertise, rigorous quality standards, and cost-efficient forging solutions.
Founded by metallurgists, our deep material science knowledge ensures optimal forging decisions for every alloy and application.
Our large internal tooling inventory and press tonnage flexibility reduce die costs and keep lead times competitive for procurement teams in Pennsylvania and across the U.S.
Compliance with Mil I 45208, NCA 3800, and Mil Q9858 delivers the full traceability and documentation demanded by nuclear, defense, and aerospace programs.
Every forging is manufactured at our Coatesville, PA facility, supporting domestic supply chains for defense, power generation, and industrial manufacturers nationwide.
The metallurgical experts who built MTS Forge from the ground up.
Co-Founder
Stephen Carr co-founded Manufacturing & Technical Services, Inc.—known as MTS Forge—in 1986 alongside Edward Waddell. Bringing a strong metallurgical background and extensive knowledge of forging practices, Stephen helped establish MTS Forge on the foundational principles of quality and customer service. Over nearly four decades, his technical expertise has shaped the company's capability to serve some of the most demanding industries in the country, including aerospace, defense, commercial nuclear, and power generation. Under his leadership, MTS Forge has grown into a recognized leader in the domestic forging industry, investing continuously in cutting-edge technology and a highly skilled team of forging associates to deliver components of the highest caliber from the company's Coatesville, Pennsylvania facility.
Co-Founder
Edward Waddell co-founded MTS Forge in 1986 with a vision of delivering high-quality forging solutions to America's most critical industries. Like his partner Stephen Carr, Edward brings a deep metallurgical background and comprehensive knowledge of forging practices that has been central to the company's technical differentiation. Together, they grew MTS Forge from the ground up in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, building a company recognized for precision, reliability, and innovation in closed die forging, upset forgings, flanges, and specialty components. Edward's commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction continues to guide MTS Forge's mission as it serves aerospace, defense, power generation, and industrial sectors across Pennsylvania, Iowa, Kentucky, Texas, and beyond.
Closed die forged steel is steel that has been shaped by compressing a heated billet between two matched dies that completely enclose the material. This process forces the steel into the precise shape of the die cavity, producing components with superior grain flow, high strength, and dimensional accuracy compared to cast or machined-from-bar alternatives—making it ideal for demanding aerospace, defense, and industrial applications.
Speak directly with our metallurgical experts for technical guidance and custom forging quotes.
Military inspection system standard for quality assurance.
Nuclear quality assurance requirements for forging suppliers.
Military quality program standard ensuring manufacturing excellence.
Tell us about your component requirements, materials, and production volumes. Our metallurgical team will respond with technical guidance and a competitive quote tailored to your application.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (610) 857-3500. You can also send us a quick email at Fmicale@mtsforgepa.com
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (610) 857-3500. You can also send us a quick email at Fmicale@mtsforgepa.com