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Setforge Gauvin

Organized around highly automated in-line production processes, Setforge Gauvin delivers exceptional flexibility and consistent quality to its customers, with an annual volume of 5 million parts shipped worldwide. This production scale, combined with advanced process control and automation, enables the company to meet demanding delivery schedules while maintaining rigorous quality standards. The facility's modern infrastructure and streamlined workflows support both high-volume production and rapid response to evolving customer requirements.
Responsiveness, creativity, and a passion for challenge define the spirit of Setforge Gauvin's dedicated teams. Whether developing components for established applications or tackling innovative new designs, the company thrives on complexity and welcomes technical challenges. This dynamic mindset, coupled with proven manufacturing capabilities and a customer-centric approach, positions Setforge Gauvin as a trusted partner ready to transform demanding specifications into reliable, high-performance forged components. We look forward to your next challenge!
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EMPLOYEES
Years of existence
Certifications

TEAMWORK FOR SUCCESS
Located in La Monnerie-le-Montel, in the Thiernois region, Setforge Gauvin employs 70 dedicated professionals who drive the company's success. Founded in 1934 with roots in cutlery manufacturing, the company evolved over the decades to specialize in the forging of steel and stainless steel components, building recognized expertise in high-volume production for the automotive sector. The site's relocation in the 1980s, near the A89 motorway, strengthened its logistics capabilities and supported its growth, while maintaining a strong connection to its local roots.
Today, Setforge Gauvin benefits from internationally recognized expertise, as reflected in its performance: 84% of sales are exported, including 21% outside Europe. This international reach demonstrates the company's ability to meet demanding and diverse standards and customer expectations worldwide.
Certifications
Setforge Gauvin's comprehensive certifications demonstrate ongoing commitment to operational excellence across all dimensions. Quality management systems ensure consistent performance, while ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 certifications reflect the company's prioritization of environmental responsibility and energy efficiency. These standards are not merely formal requirements but represent core values integrated into daily operations and continuous improvement initiatives.

ISO 9001

IATF 16949

ISO 14001

ISO 50001
a comprehensive approach
Driven by continuous innovation, Setforge Gauvin's Design & Methods department supports project development through a collaborative co-design approach from concept through production.
The company delivers complete, high-value solutions encompassing forging, machining (performed in-house or with qualified partners), and assembly operations, providing customers with integrated manufacturing services and streamlined supply chain management.
Gauvin capabilities
Medium and high production volumes
Steel, Stainless steel, micro-alloy steel
Parts from 0.2 kg up to 10 kg
Know-how: Hot forging, Warm forging, Machining, Heat treatment
Support activities: Engineering, Tooling shop
WE PRODUCE PARTS FOR THE
MOST CRITICAL APPLICATIONS
The automotive sector forms an essential part of Setforge Gauvin's identity and expertise. The company manufactures critical injection system components including rails, pump cylinders, and cylinder heads for both diesel and gasoline hybrid engines, alongside turbocharger elements, chassis components, and electric transmission parts that support the evolution toward electrified mobility. This automotive specialization is complemented by a presence in defence, material handling, and food processing sectors, among others, demonstrating technical versatility and adaptability. Through decades of accumulated experience and continuous investment in capabilities, Setforge Gauvin has positioned itself as a reliable supplier of precision forged components across demanding applications where quality, performance, and reliability are non-negotiable requirements.

GASOLINE RAIL
Stainless Steel
Automotive

CYLINDER HEAD
Steel
Automotive

INJECTOR BODY
Steel
Automotive

TURBO NOZZLE
Stainless Steel
Automotive

PLANET CARRIER
Steel
Automotive

INJECTION RAIL
Steel
Trucks

PARKING PAWL
Steel
Automotive

SHAFT
Steel
Hydrogen
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SETFORGE GAUVIN
Zone Industrielle de Racine
63650 La Monnerie-le-Montel
France
+ 33 (0)4 73 51 64 64

