Metal Technology Co. Ltd.

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Forming/Machining

Forming

What is Super Plastic Forming (SPF)?

Superplastic forming (SPF) is based on the fact that some alloys can be slowly stretched well beyond their normal limitations at elevated temperatures. The higher temperatures mean the flow stress of the sheet material is much lower than at normal temps. This characteristic allows very deep forming methods to be used. Superplastic alloys can be stretched at higher temperatures by several times of their initial length without breaking; for example 100% and 300% for aluminium and titanium alloys respectively. Superplastic forming can produce complex shapes with stiffening rims and other structural features as well.

What is Super Plastic Forming (SPF)?
超塑性成形(SPF)とは

Strengths of Super Plastic Forming (SPF)

01. It requires only one mold, either a core or a cavity mold.

02. Capable of manufacturing the design of freely combined curved surface.

03. Capable of forming complex shapes which are difficult by cold forming processes.

04. Capable of forming large parts.

05. Reduction of parts with near net shape forming of complex shapes.

06. Low environmental impact with Non-Lead die lubes, and low noise.

Strengths of Metal Technology Co. Ltd.

01. Simulation

  • Metal Technology Co. Ltd. can perform high temperature tension tests and forming simulation in order to determine and inspect material properties before forming commences which eliminates reduces waste and costs.

02. Integrated manufacturing system

  • With our integrated manufacturing system from the initial designing of the mold to manufacturing, Super Plastic Forming, and inspection and analysis Metal Technology Co. Ltd. can control and monitor all conditions and needs.
Flow of Super Plastic Forming (SPF)

Applications of Super Plastic Forming (SPF)

01. Automotive Industry related parts

02. Aerospace industry parts

03. Building material parts

04. Hobby and ornament parts

05. Electrical machinery parts

Decorative rock panel (A5083 Superplastic forming material) 1,100 × 2,350 × 0.8t

Decorative rock panel
(A5083 Superplastic forming material)
1,100 × 2,350 × 0.8t

Examples of SPF

Examples of SPF1
Examples of SPF2
Examples of SPF3

Equipment

Equipment
  • Work size:1400W×2700L×900H
  • Mold size :1400W×2700L×900H
  • Maximum payload:Ordinary temperature~700℃…7000kg/700~900℃…5000kg
  • Temperature range:Ordinary temperature~980℃
  • Rolling force:常温~700℃…10000kN/700~900℃…6000kN
  • Forming gas:Argon(purity 99.999%)
  • Forming gas pressure:0~4.0MPa
Equipment
  • Work size:1200W×2440L×380H
  • Mold size :1100W×2350L×365H
  • Maximum payload:4000kg
  • Temperature range:Ordinary temperature~980℃
  • Rolling force:ram cylinder maximum 5292kN
  • Forming gas:Argon (purity 99.9% or 99.999%)
  • Forming gas pressure:0~3.45MPa

Shiga and Toki Plant both have SPF capabilities and a variety of equipment.

Machining

Strength of machining at MTC

01. We are able to support Oil-less processing.

02. We have a developed technical understanding and knowledge of machining vacuum chambers.

03. Ability to process parts due to our experience, high technological ability, and know-how of metals and bonding.

04. A variety of machining equipment, such as 5-axis machining centers and vertical type multitasking machining centers enables us to cater for a wide selection of size, weight, and shape of parts.

Samples of machined products

Impeller
Impeller
Stirling engine heat exchanger
Stirling engine heat exchanger
Sputtering target
Sputtering target

Finding the metal solution with MTC’s core technology

Core technology
Core technology
We continuously strive to seek and create new ideas and technology utilizing our core technology and the latest equipment.
Compact electron beam irradiation device

Contact Us

+81-3-5365-3035

+81-3-5365-3055

Any request about products, and ask for quotation can be made here. Other questions and requests about the company can also be made here.

Document download

  • Company information
  • Technology information (Japanese)
  • Technology information (English)
  • HIP unit list
  • Hot press equipment list
  • Possible material combinations for brazing
  • MICROTRON Test Machine MIC1
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