Closed-Die Forging Dies
Top and bottom forging dies for precision closed-die hot forging operations.
2000+
Sq. Meter Manufacturing Facility
50+
Skilled Workforce
100%
Die Quality Verification
24hr
Fast Quote Response
In-House Forging Die Manufacturing
Forging die quality directly determines component dimensional accuracy, surface finish and tooling life. Our in-house die manufacturing capability using hot-work tool steel and CNC machining ensures consistent tooling quality for all our forging programs.
Forging Tooling We Manufacture
Blocker Dies
Preform blocker dies for multi-impression forging sequences.
Finisher Dies
Final impression finishing dies for precise component dimensions and surface finish.
Trim Dies
Flash trimming dies for clean flash removal after closed-die hot forging.
Mandrels & Punches
Forging mandrels, punches and piercing tools for ring and hollow forgings.
Custom Tooling
Any special forging tooling designed and manufactured to customer requirements.
Die Manufacturing Materials
H13 (DIN 1.2344) Tool Steel
Most widely used hot-work die steel for closed-die hot forging applications.
H11 (DIN 1.2343) Tool Steel
Excellent hot-work die steel for medium-stress forging operations.
5CrNiMo Tool Steel
Traditional hot-work die steel for heavy-duty forging die applications.
H21 Tool Steel
High tungsten hot-work steel for elevated temperature forging operations.
D2 / 1.2379 Tool Steel
High-carbon high-chrome die steel for cold trimming and cold work tooling.
Custom Die Materials
Any hot-work or cold-work tool steel as per forging process requirements.
Die Making Process
3D CAD Die Design
CAD modeling of die impressions with draft angles, radii and flash gutter design.
CNC Machining
Precision CNC and VMC machining of die cavities to tight dimensional tolerances.
Heat Treatment
H13 die heat treatment to 44-48 HRC for optimum hot-work tool performance.
Die Try-Out
Trial forgings produced from new dies before production approval and release.
Die Repair & Refurbishment
Welding, machining and re-hardening of worn forging dies to extend tooling life.
Die Life Optimization
Material and design optimization to maximize die life and reduce tooling cost.
In-House Forging Die Manufacturing
Shivam Forge manufactures precision forging dies and tooling in-house for our closed-die hot forging operations. Our die manufacturing capability in H13, H11 and 5CrNiMo hot-work tool steel supports rapid new component development, consistent production quality and responsive die repair for minimal production downtime.
Forging die quality is the foundation of forging quality — a precisely machined die with correct draft angles, corner radii and flash gutter design produces consistent forgings with accurate dimensions and good surface finish. Our CNC die machining and controlled heat treatment ensure that every die we make performs reliably in production.
We design forging dies from customer component drawings using CAD software to determine optimal die impressions, preform sequences and flash gutter designs. After CNC machining and heat treatment, trial forgings are produced for dimensional verification before full production release. This development process ensures the first production components meet specification.
Our in-house die manufacturing capability gives Shivam Forge a significant advantage in new component development speed, tooling quality control and die repair response time. Customers benefit from faster time-to-production for new forgings, competitive tooling costs and minimal production disruption when die repair is needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Shivam Forge manufacture its own forging dies?
Yes. We have in-house die manufacturing capability including CNC machining and heat treatment of hot-work tool steel forging dies.
What materials are used for forging dies?
We manufacture forging dies in H13, H11, 5CrNiMo, H21 and other hot-work tool steel grades based on forging temperature, load and die life requirements.
What is the best die steel for hot forging?
H13 (DIN 1.2344) is the most widely used hot-work die steel for closed-die hot forging, offering excellent hot strength, toughness and thermal fatigue resistance at 44-48 HRC.
Can you design forging dies from customer component drawings?
Yes. Our engineering team designs forging die impressions from component drawings, calculating die draft angles, radii, flash gutter and preform sequence.
Do you machine die cavities in CNC?
Yes. We machine all forging die cavities using CNC machining centers for accurate impression dimensions and smooth die surfaces.
What hardness are forging dies heat treated to?
H13 forging dies are typically heat treated to 44-48 HRC for hot forging applications, balancing hot hardness with toughness to resist thermal cracking.
Do you repair or refurbish worn forging dies?
Yes. We perform die repair by welding and re-machining worn die cavities, followed by re-hardening to restore tooling to working condition.
Do you produce trim dies for flash removal?
Yes. We manufacture trim dies for flash removal after closed-die hot forging in D2 and other cold-work tool steel grades.
What is the typical lead time for new forging die manufacture?
Lead time depends on die complexity and size. Contact us with your component drawing for a die design and manufacturing timeline.
How does in-house die making benefit Shivam Forge customers?
In-house die making gives us control over tooling quality, faster new component development, rapid die repair and competitive overall forging pricing.
Why Choose Shivam Forge
Trusted forging manufacturer — Rajkot, Gujarat
Shivam Forge delivers precision hot-forged components from our integrated Shapar, Rajkot facility — covering forging, CNC machining, heat treatment, and quality inspection under one roof.
- Hot forging from quality alloy steel billets (42CrMo4, C45, EN8, SS316L)
- In-house CNC/VMC machining to drawing — ±0.05mm tolerances
- Heat treatment — normalizing, hardening, tempering, annealing
- CMM inspection and full EN 10204 3.1 material certification
- Custom OEM forging from customer drawings — PPAP/ISIR available
- Fast export from Mundra Port — CIF worldwide, FOB India
- Export expertise — Europe, Middle East, Americas, Asia-Pacific