Closed Die Forgings
Inconel 617 closed die forgings manufactured to near-net shape, reducing raw material waste and machining costs while delivering consistent mechanical properties for demanding aerospace and power generation applications.
Inconel 617 is a high-performance nickel-chromium-cobalt alloy engineered for extreme heat and oxidation resistance — critical in aerospace, power generation, and chemical processing applications. MTS Forge delivers precision Inconel 617 forgings from its Coatesville, PA facility, backed by 40 years of metallurgical expertise, rigorous quality assurance, and in-house heat treatment and machining capabilities.
From closed die and upset forgings to flanges, rings, and custom shapes — all produced in Inconel 617 with full traceability.
Inconel 617 closed die forgings manufactured to near-net shape, reducing raw material waste and machining costs while delivering consistent mechanical properties for demanding aerospace and power generation applications.
Upset forgings, rings, and cylinders produced in Inconel 617 with forging diameters up to 26 inches and individual piece weights up to 1,500 pounds, suitable for high-temperature industrial environments.
Inconel 617 flanges manufactured up to 14 inches, produced under a stringent Quality Assurance Program with complete traceability — well-suited for commercial nuclear, power generation, and chemical processing sectors.
Complex contour forgings in Inconel 617 leveraging MTS Forge's in-house tooling design and development capability to produce near-net shapes cost-effectively for aerospace, defense, and energy applications.
Custom Inconel 617 forgings tailored to exact customer specifications — from small precision components to large structural parts — crafted with time-honored metallurgical craftsmanship and cutting-edge forging technology.
In-house normalizing heat treatment for Inconel 617 forged components, refining grain structure, relieving internal stresses, and improving tensile strength and ductility to meet stringent downstream application requirements.
Inconel 617's exceptional resistance to oxidation, carburization, and creep at temperatures exceeding 1800°F makes it indispensable in gas turbines, chemical reactors, and nuclear systems. At MTS Forge's Coatesville, PA facility, every Inconel 617 forging is produced under a rigorous Quality Assurance Program — with full material traceability, in-house heat treatment, and rough machining — so your components arrive ready for the next step in your production process.
Four decades of metallurgical expertise and a commitment to quality set MTS Forge apart as a trusted Inconel 617 forging partner.
Founded by metallurgists with deep forging knowledge, ensuring Inconel 617 components meet exact microstructural and mechanical requirements.
From forging and heat treatment to rough machining and inspection — all under one roof in Coatesville, PA, reducing lead times and handling risk.
Certified to Mil I 45208, NCA 3800, and Mil Q9858, providing complete traceability for aerospace, defense, and commercial nuclear supply chains.
Every Inconel 617 forging is proudly manufactured at MTS Forge's Pennsylvania facility, supporting domestic supply chains across critical U.S. industries.
Metallurgists and forging veterans leading over four decades of precision manufacturing.
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.
Inconel 617 is a nickel-chromium-cobalt-molybdenum alloy known for outstanding oxidation resistance, high-temperature strength, and creep resistance at temperatures above 1800°F. These properties make it ideal for forged components in gas turbines, steam reformers, chemical processing vessels, and commercial nuclear applications where structural integrity under extreme heat is mandatory.
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MTS Forge serves manufacturers and procurement teams across key U.S. industrial regions from its Coatesville, PA facility.
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Military inspection system standard ensuring documented quality controls throughout production.
Nuclear quality assurance standard governing supplier requirements for commercial nuclear components.
Military quality program standard requiring rigorous process controls and traceability across all production stages.
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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.