Upset Forgings & Rings
Production of rings and cylinders in nearly all available material grades, with maximum forging diameter of 26 inches and weight capacity up to 1,500 pounds per piece—built to defence-grade specifications.
Texas defence contractors and procurement teams demand forged rings that meet exacting military standards—no compromises. MTS Forge delivers precision-forged rings in virtually all grades, up to 26 inches in diameter, backed by certified quality assurance programs and nearly four decades of metallurgical expertise. Discover components engineered to perform in the most demanding defence applications.

Comprehensive forging solutions engineered to meet the rigorous demands of Texas defence manufacturers and military procurement teams.
Production of rings and cylinders in nearly all available material grades, with maximum forging diameter of 26 inches and weight capacity up to 1,500 pounds per piece—built to defence-grade specifications.
Defence-grade special forgings in 316-L Stainless Steel for Section III applications, manufactured under a comprehensive Quality Assurance Program covering Mil I 45208, NCA 3800, and Mil Q9858 standards.
In-house normalizing heat treatment refines grain structure and relieves internal stresses in forged rings, delivering consistent mechanical properties critical for demanding defence and military environments.
Post-forging rough machining brings rings close to near-net shape, removing flash and surface irregularities to reduce lead times and eliminate the need for a separate machining vendor.
Contour forging services using advanced materials including duplex stainless steels, enabling complex ring geometries required for specialized defence structural and pressure-containing applications.
Fully custom-forged rings and components tailored to exact defence specifications, combining cutting-edge technology with time-honored American craftsmanship for unmatched durability and performance.
Texas-based defence manufacturers operate in one of the most demanding procurement environments in the nation—where material traceability, dimensional accuracy, and certification compliance are non-negotiable. MTS Forge delivers forged rings that satisfy Mil I 45208 and Mil Q9858 standards with full traceability from raw material to finished component. Our in-house tooling design, heat treatment, and machining capabilities mean fewer vendors, shorter lead times, and lower unit costs—so your programme stays on schedule and on budget.

See how MTS Forge has delivered mission-critical forged rings for defence and military programmes across Texas and beyond.
When your defence programme depends on it, trust the forging partner with the certifications, expertise, and Made-in-America commitment to deliver.
Fully certified under Mil I 45208, Mil Q9858, and NCA 3800, meeting stringent US defence and military procurement requirements.
Dedicated service to Texas defence manufacturers and procurement teams, ensuring responsive lead times and reliable component delivery to your facility.
Founded by metallurgical engineers with decades of forging knowledge, ensuring optimal material selection and process integrity for every defence ring.
Complete in-house forging, heat treatment, machining, and tooling design eliminates multi-vendor risk and reduces total programme cost significantly.
Metallurgical experts dedicated to forging excellence for defence applications.
Co-Founder
Stephen Carr co-founded MTS Forge in 1986 alongside Edward Waddell, bringing a deep metallurgical background and extensive hands-on knowledge of forging practices to the company from day one. His technical expertise has been foundational to MTS Forge's reputation for precision and reliability across defence, aerospace, and power generation sectors. Stephen's commitment to quality and service has guided the company's growth over nearly four decades, helping establish MTS Forge as a recognized leader in American forging—trusted by defence manufacturers and procurement teams in Texas and throughout the nation to deliver mission-critical components that meet the most demanding military specifications. His metallurgical insight continues to inform the company's material selection, process development, and quality assurance standards.
Co-Founder
Edward Waddell co-founded MTS Forge in 1986 with a strong metallurgical background and a shared vision with Stephen Carr to deliver world-class forging solutions to America's most demanding industries. Edward's forging expertise and commitment to innovation have been central to MTS Forge's ability to serve defence, aerospace, and commercial nuclear customers with components that meet stringent quality assurance requirements including Mil I 45208 and Mil Q9858. Over nearly 40 years, his leadership has helped the company invest in cutting-edge technology, build a team of expert forging associates, and develop the in-house tooling and heat treatment capabilities that give defence procurement teams in Texas and across the country a reliable, certified American forging partner they can depend on.
MTS Forge produces forged rings in nearly all grades available in the market, including alloy steels, stainless steels such as 316-L, high-performance alloys like Monel K-500, and duplex stainless steels such as Ferralium 255. Material selection is guided by your application's mechanical, corrosion resistance, and qualification requirements to ensure the right alloy for every defence programme.
Speak directly with our metallurgical experts for technical guidance and a project-specific quote.
MTS Forge supplies certified forged rings to defence manufacturers and procurement teams across Texas and the wider United States.
Defence & Aerospace
Industries Served
26 Inches
Max Ring Diameter
40+ Years
Years in Business
Contact us to confirm availability and request a certified forged ring quote for your defence programme.
Military inspection system requirements certification for forged components.
Military quality programme requirements certification ensuring defence-grade production.
Nuclear and defence quality assurance programme compliance certification.
Submit your specifications below and an MTS Forge metallurgical expert will respond with a tailored quote, lead time estimate, and full certification documentation for your defence programme.
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