Upset Rings & Cylinders
Production of stainless steel 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, serving critical industries.
MTS Forge manufactures precision stainless steel roll rings to exact customer specifications, serving aerospace, defense, power generation, and industrial sectors. From standard grades like 304 and 316-L to high-performance alloys, our Coatesville, PA facility combines metallurgical expertise with advanced forging technology to deliver rings up to 26 inches in diameter with full traceability and consistent mechanical properties.
From upset ring forgings to heat treatment and rough machining, we deliver complete stainless steel ring solutions under one roof.
Production of stainless steel 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, serving critical industries.
Precision stainless steel forgings in 316-L and other grades for Section III applications, produced under a comprehensive Quality Assurance Program covering Mil I 45208, NCA 3800, and Mil Q9858 standards.
In-house normalizing heat treatment for forged ring components, refining grain structure for uniform mechanical properties, improved tensile strength, enhanced toughness, and superior machinability for downstream processing.
In-house rough machining brings as-forged rings to near-net shape, removing flash and dimensional excess. Eliminates the need for a separate machining vendor, reducing lead times and overall production cost.
Contour forging services using a diverse range of stainless materials including duplex stainless steels like Ferralium 255, demonstrating capability beyond standard offerings for complex ring and component geometries.
Custom stainless steel ring forgings tailored to exact specifications. Cutting-edge technology and time-honored craftsmanship ensure every part meets the highest durability and performance standards — proudly Made in America.
MTS Forge has been manufacturing custom stainless steel roll rings from its Coatesville, PA facility since 1986. We work across virtually all stainless grades — 304, 316-L, duplex, and high-performance alloys — producing rings up to 26 inches in diameter. Our large tooling inventory allows us to make near-net shapes rather than machining from bar stock, reducing material waste and unit costs while maintaining full traceability required by aerospace, defense, and power generation procurement standards.
See how MTS Forge delivers precision stainless roll rings that meet the toughest industry requirements.
Four decades of metallurgical expertise and in-house capability make MTS Forge the trusted partner for critical stainless steel ring components.
Founded by metallurgists, our team brings deep material science knowledge to every stainless steel ring we produce.
From forging and heat treatment to rough machining at our Coatesville, PA facility, we control every production step for faster lead times.
Our certified QA program — covering Mil I 45208, NCA 3800, and Mil Q9858 — ensures full traceability for defense, nuclear, and aerospace customers.
A large proprietary tooling inventory lets us forge near-net shapes rather than machine from bar, lowering material and unit costs for procurement teams.
Experienced metallurgists and forging professionals dedicated to precision manufacturing.
Co-Founder
Stephen Carr co-founded Manufacturing & Technical Services, Inc. (MTS Forge) in 1986 alongside Edward Waddell, building the company from the ground up on principles of quality and customer service. 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 industry reputation. His expertise spans the full range of ferrous and non-ferrous forging materials, including stainless steels, alloy steels, and high-performance alloys. Over nearly four decades, he has guided the company's investment in cutting-edge forging technology and quality systems, helping MTS Forge become a recognized leader in custom ring and component manufacturing for aerospace, defense, power generation, and nuclear sectors across Pennsylvania and beyond.
Co-Founder
Edward Waddell co-founded MTS Forge in 1986 with Stephen Carr, bringing a metallurgical background and deep forging industry expertise to the enterprise. Edward's technical knowledge has been a cornerstone of the company's ability to produce precision stainless steel rings, upset forgings, flanges, and custom components to exacting specifications. His commitment to craftsmanship and operational excellence has driven MTS Forge's reputation for delivering the highest-caliber forgings to demanding industries including commercial nuclear, aerospace, and defense. Under his guidance, the company has developed in-house tooling design capabilities and a skilled team of forging associates, enabling competitive lead times and cost-effective solutions for manufacturers and procurement teams across Pennsylvania, Iowa, Kentucky, and Texas.
Yes, 304 stainless steel is well-suited for forging. It offers excellent workability at elevated temperatures, good corrosion resistance, and solid mechanical properties after forging. It is widely used in ring and upset forging applications across aerospace, food processing, and industrial sectors. Post-forge normalizing heat treatment further refines its grain structure for consistent performance in demanding applications.
Speak with our metallurgical experts for technical guidance and a detailed quote tailored to your specifications.
Military inspection system requirements for quality assurance.
Nuclear quality assurance requirements for forged components.
Military quality management program ensuring manufacturing process reliability.
Share your specifications with our team and we will provide a detailed quote. We respond to all inquiries promptly and can discuss material grades, dimensions, quantity, and quality requirements.
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