Welcome to setforge's universe
Our Solutions
For over a century, Setforge has mastered the art and science of forging across multiple techniques, processes and materials. We support our customers from prototype development through high-volume production, adapting our approach at every stage. Our integrated manufacturing capabilities span the complete production cycle, working with steel grades, stainless steel, aluminium, titanium, and superalloys.
This material versatility, combined with our commitment to innovation alongside our clients, enables us to develop forged components that push technical boundaries and meet the evolving demands of critical industries.
Our way of working
Engineering excellence
Co-development
Our metallurgical and design experts work alongside your R&D from day one, improving forgeability, reducing weight and lowering cost without compromising performance.
Full capabilities
Prototype to high volume
One partner from first prototype to high-volume serial production. Parts from 0.1 to 1,500 kg across all closed-die forging technologies and materials.
Experienced and stable team
Quality excellence
Our quality system is built around OEM requirements, with full traceability and consistent defect prevention. On-time worldwide delivery and attentive service are in our DNA.
Customer centric
A 360° approach
Engineering, Tooling, Machining, Heat treatment and more … in-house or through our certified partners. One point of contact, one quality standard.
MATERIAL EXPERTISE
From carbon and low alloy steels to nickel-based superalloys, titanium grades, and aluminium series, our forging capabilities span a broad range of materials, each selected and processed to meet the specific demands of the applications we serve. Steel procurement is handled by our specialists at Approforge, ensuring consistent quality and traceability from raw material to finished part.
The table below reflects the grades we regularly work with, though our experience extends beyond this list depending on project requirements.
| Alloy Type | Typical Grades Forged |
|---|---|
| Carbon Steels | C16, C20, C35, C45, C50, C60… |
| Structural Steels | S235, S355, ... |
| Low-alloy Steels | 25CrMo4, 42CrMo4 (AISI 4140), 18CrNiMo7-6, 34CrNiMo6, ... |
| Manganese Steels | 16MnCr5, 20MnCr5, 27MnCr5, ... |
| Microalloyed steels | 38MnV6, 38MnVS6, ... |
| Bearing Steels | 100Cr6, ... |
| Aluminum | Series 1XXX, 2XXX (2024, 2018, 2618…), 4XXX, 5XXX, 6XXX (6061, 6082…), 7XXX (7010, 7050, 7175…) |
| Austenitic Stainless Steels | 304, 304L, 316, 316L, … |
| Martensitic or Ferritic Stainless Steels | 410, 420, 430, 440, 15-5PH, 17-4PH, … |
| Titanium | TA6V, Ti6Al4V, ... |
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OUR FORGING PROCESSES
Setforge forges parts from 0.1 kg to 1,500 kg across the full range of closed-die forging processes. A breadth of capability that is, quite simply, unique in the market. From prototype to high-volume automotive production, our approach goes well beyond the forge itself: we work alongside our customers from the earliest stages of co-development through to finishing operations, covering every step of the journey from design intent to finished part.
Deep dive into the geometries we forge !

HOT FORGING
From 0.2 kg to 1500 kg
Suitable for a wide range of complex shapes. Max weight: Steel 1500 kg | Stainless Steel 1400 kg | Ti and Ni-based 200 kg.

ELECTRICAL UPSETTING
From 0.1 kg to 200 kg
Long parts with flange up to 1200 mm length, flanged diameter up to 450 mm and initial bar diameter up to 130 mm.

UPSET FORGING
From 2 kg to 600 kg
Long parts with complex head geometry up to 5000 mm length, head diameter up to 400 mm and initial bar diameter up to 170 mm.

COLD FORGING
From 0.3 kg to 25 kg
Various shafts or long parts with max diameter up to 120 mm and 800 mm length.

HOT EXTRUSION
Up to 1500 kg
Tubular and shaft profile, straight or shaped, with or without hot piercing with O/D max 500 mm and length max 1700 mm.

ALUMINUM FORGING
From 0.1 kg to 200 kg
Suitable for a wide range of complex shapes in serie 1XXX to serie 7XXX depending on shape geometry.

WARM FORGING
Up to 4 kg
Various parts with diameter up to 130 mm and length up to 450 mm.

RING ROLLING
Up to 12 kg
Rings and crowns with various cross section geometries up to 250 mm diameter.
A 360° APPROACH
Over the years, we have developed genuine expertise across every discipline that a forged component requires: from early-stage engineering and tooling design to heat treatment and machining operations. Each of these capabilities has been built up through real industrial experience, working closely with OEMs, international Tier 1 suppliers, and machining partners. The result is a partner who understands the full chain, anticipates the constraints at each step, and stays involved from the first technical discussion to the final delivery.
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PARTNER TO THE WORLD'S LEADING
EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS
Our parts are critical components in cars, trucks, trains, commercial aircraft, agricultural tractors, excavators, bulldozers, and power generation systems. We've earned the trust of major OEMs and tier-1 suppliers by delivering consistent quality, meeting tight tolerances, and respecting delivery schedules year after year.
As industries transition toward electrification and cleaner technologies, we're working alongside our partners to develop the next generation of components. From electric vehicle powertrains to hybrid construction equipment, we're helping engineer solutions that perform while reducing environmental impact.

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