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.
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. (MTS Forge) in 1986 alongside Edward Waddell, driven by a shared vision to deliver high-quality forged solutions to America's most demanding industries. With a strong metallurgical background and extensive hands-on knowledge of forging practices, Stephen has been instrumental in shaping MTS Forge's technical capabilities and quality culture. Under his leadership, the company developed robust Quality Assurance Programs compliant with Mil I 45208 and NCA 3800, enabling MTS Forge to serve commercial nuclear, defense, aerospace, and power generation clients. His commitment to precision, traceability, and craftsmanship continues to define the standard for every carbon steel forged flange that leaves the Coatesville, PA facility.
Co-Founder
Edward Waddell co-founded MTS Forge in 1986, bringing a strong metallurgical background and a wealth of forging knowledge that has guided the company's growth over nearly four decades. Edward played a foundational role in establishing the principles of quality and service that remain central to MTS Forge's identity today. His technical expertise spans a wide range of forging processes and materials, enabling MTS Forge to serve industries from commercial nuclear and defense to power generation and chemical processing. Edward's vision helped build a facility in Coatesville, PA capable of delivering carbon steel forged flanges, special forgings, and custom components with the precision and traceability that critical industry sectors demand.
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.