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From December 17 to 18, 2025, the "Open-Die Forging Production Process and Heat Treatment Technology Online Training Course", organized by the Yadao Education and Training Service Center of China Forging and Stamping Association, was successfully held and concluded. Focusing on industry-concerned technologies, this training provided a high-quality learning platform for talent cultivation and professional exchange in the field of free forging.   The training content comprehensively covered the core links of free forging process and heat treatment, systematically explaining key topics ranging from forging ingot preparation, free forging process technology for large forgings, to inspection methods for large forgings and heat treatment of metal materials. The curriculum was closely aligned with the actual production needs of enterprises, combining professional depth with practical guidance.   This training is one of the initiatives of the association to continuously promote technological progress and talent development in the forging and stamping industry. Through systematic professional training, it effectively enhanced the professional capabilities of practitioners in process optimization, quality control and heat treatment technology, providing strong support for industry enterprises to improve production efficiency and product quality. The Association will continue to give play to its platform role, carry out various professional training and technical exchange activities on an ongoing basis, and promote the steady development of the forging and stamping industry towards a high-quality and intelligent direction.

GUANGZHOU, China – May 2025 – The highly anticipated 25th China (Guangzhou) International Casting, Die Casting, Foundry, Forging, Industrial Furnace & Heat Treatment Exhibition (CFC) successfully concluded its three-day run from May 10th to 12th, 2025, at the China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex in Guangzhou. Record-Breaking Industry Gathering Reaffirming its position as a premier global platform for the casting and forging sectors, CFC 2025 attracted a significant turnout. The event drew nearly 500 exhibitors showcasing innovations across 30,000 square meters of exhibition space. It welcomed over 15,000 professional visitors from across the globe, solidifying its role as a crucial hub for industry networking and knowledge exchange.   Showcasing Manufacturing Innovation The exhibition served as a comprehensive showcase for cutting-edge technologies and solutions driving the future of metal forming and thermal processing. Key highlights included:   Advanced Die Casting & Casting: Featuring aluminum, magnesium, zinc, and copper alloy components for automotive (clutch shells, gearboxes, EV parts), transportation, medical, and industrial applications. Diverse casting methods like precision, sand, investment, and low-pressure casting were prominently displayed.   State-of-the-Art Forging Technology: Exhibitors presented the latest in hydraulic presses, forging hammers, roll forming machines, extrusion equipment, and automated solutions.   Industrial Furnaces & Heat Treatment: Innovations in vacuum heat treatment, quenching systems, nitriding equipment, and induction heating took center stage, alongside essential auxiliary equipment and refractory materials.   Sustainable Manufacturing: Environmental technologies, including dust removal systems, water treatment, and gas recycling solutions, underscored the industry's commitment to greener production.   Focus on Future Trends CFC 2025 placed a strong emphasis on lightweight materials (especially aluminum and magnesium alloys) and intelligent manufacturing equipment, reflecting the industry's shift towards high-performance, efficient, and sustainable production processes essential for sectors like new energy vehicles and advanced engineering.   A Platform for Global Collaboration Attendees benefited from unparalleled opportunities to connect with leading international enterprises, discover emerging technologies, explore new business partnerships, and gain insights into the evolving demands of global manufacturing markets. The successful execution of CFC 2025 once again demonstrated its vital role in fostering innovation and growth within the casting and forging industries.

From April 27th to 29th, 2025, the China Forging Association successfully held the "2025 Forging Automation and Informatization Technology Seminar" at the Zhongyuan International Hotel in Xuchang, Henan. Nearly 300 renowned forging experts and enterprise elites from home and abroad gathered in Xuchang. Centered around the theme of "Moving towards High - end, Leading Intelligence, and Practicing Green Development", they presented a high - standard and high - value - added forging event for the industry. On April 28th, the conference grandly opened with a speech by Han Mulin, the vice chairman of the China Forging Association. Mr. Zhao Baojiang, the vice chairman of Xuchang Far East Transmission Shaft Co., Ltd. and the chairman of Zhongxing Forging, who is also from the conference's co - organizing unit, attended and delivered a welcome speech.    From April 28th to 29th, industry experts presented 14 wonderful professional reports. They discussed the changes and improvements in forging automation and informatization technologies over the past decade with the participating representatives and shared classic cases of enterprises' transformation and upgrading in the field of forging automation and informatization during this period.   On the morning of April 28th, hosted by Dr. Jiang Peng, an outstanding compound expert of China Academy of Machinery Science and Technology Group Co., Ltd. (CAM) and the chief expert of the China Forging Association's brainstorming expert database, the "Listen to Expert Insights・Anticipate Future Trends - High - end Interview Meeting" was successfully held.   During the interview, the experts mainly discussed the following hot - topic issues: What development changes have China's forging automation and informatization technologies experienced in the past decade? What are the current short - board problems in the industry, and what are the directions for further improvement? What impact does artificial intelligence have on the forging industry? For example, how will the DeepSeek technology affect the future development and application scenarios of the forging industry? Considering the current domestic and international economic environment, what core conditions do Chinese forging enterprises need to possess when going global? Under the pressure of involution competition, how can the forging industry achieve survival and business expansion? In the face of the turmoil in the manufacturing industry and the challenges of Sino - US trade tariffs, how should enterprises respond, and how can they balance challenges and opportunities?   On the afternoon of April 29th, the representatives of the 2025 Forging Automation and Informatization Technology Seminar visited Xuchang Zhongxing Forging Co., Ltd. and Xuchang Far East Transmission Shaft Co., Ltd. successively for on - site exchanges. They experienced firsthand the transformation path of Far East Transmission, which focuses on innovation - driven, cluster - based, intelligent, and green development, and witnessed the leading enterprises in forging automation and intelligence.

From May 7th to 9th, 2025, the "2025 China Pipe and Pipe Fittings Forming Conference and the Meeting of the Pipe Forming Working Committee" was successfully held in Hefei, Anhui. The conference was sponsored by the China Forging Association, organized by Forging & Stamping Magazine Co., Ltd., and co-organized by Anhui Siming Automotive Technology Co., Ltd., Anhui Academy of Sciences and Experts Federation, Anhui Forging Association, Anhui Automobile Industry Association, Anhui Scientists and Entrepreneurs Association, and Anhui Foundry Association.   This conference was a grand industry event integrating industry reports, technical lectures, special seminars, and experience sharing. Its aim was to build industry consensus and jointly explore new development paths for the industry. The conference achieved fruitful results, with nearly a hundred representatives in attendance, including local government representatives, experts and scholars from outstanding scientific research institutions, elites from automotive OEMs, pipe processing and other parts production enterprises, suppliers, and related enterprises across the country.   The conference officially began at 8:50 am on May 8th. Song Zhongping, the deputy secretary-general of the China Forging Association, delivered the opening speech, and Yu Dongliang, the general manager of Anhui Siming Automotive Technology Co., Ltd., extended a warm welcome to all participants.   During the conference, there were a series of keynote speeches: "Digital Manufacturing Strategies and Applications for Metal Pipes" by Xu Yong, a research fellow at the Institute of Metal Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences and the executive director of the Pipe Forming Working Committee of the China Forging Association. The speech introduced the importance of aerospace pipelines in systems such as the hydraulic system, fuel system, lubricating oil system, and environmental control system.   "Aerospace Pipeline Manufacturing Technology" by Bai Xueshan, a senior chief engineer at Shenyang Aircraft Industry (Group) Co., Ltd.   "Application of Hydroforming Technology in Complex Automotive Pipe Parts" by Xia Liangliang, a postdoctoral fellow at Ningbo Siming Automotive Technology Co., Ltd.   "Precision Forming Technology for Metal Pipes and Special Rolling Equipment" by Professor Chu Zhibing from Taiyuan University of Science and Technology.   "Fluid Pressure Forming Equipment, Die Technology, and Application Cases" by Li Bo, the chief process engineer of Guangdong Xingdi HydroTech Equipment Co., Ltd.   "Research and Application of a Pipe NC Bending Equipment Based on Full-Electric Control" by Wang Yuanbin, the R&D director of Zhejiang Changxing Heliang Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd.   "Research on Key Technologies for the Design and Manufacturing of Complex Pipeline Systems Driven by the New Generation of Artificial Intelligence" by Wang Zili, an associate researcher at the School of Mechanical Engineering, Zhejiang University.   "Pipe Lightweight Forming Technology and Equipment" by Jiang Liubao, a senior engineer at Chongqing Jiangdong Machinery Co., Ltd.   "Mechanism and Control Methods of Forming Defects during the Bending Process of High-Performance Pipeline Components" by Sun Hong, a postdoctoral fellow at Northwestern Polytechnical University.   "Steel for New Energy Vehicles of Shougang Group and Lightweight Solutions" by Wang Baochuan, a principal research fellow at the Technology Research Institute of Shougang Group Co., Ltd.   "Application of Intelligent Manufacturing in the Stamping and Forming of Exhaust System Housings" by Zhai Chengfu, the chief stamping process engineer of Jiefeng Automotive Power System Co., Ltd.   "The Role of Group Standards and Their Significance to Enterprises and Customers" by Sun Jiaojiao, the director of the Group Standard Working Committee of the China Forging Association. The conference also included venue snapshots, a small exhibition, and a visit to Anhui Siming Automotive Technology Co., Ltd. Anhui Siming Automotive Technology Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise specializing in the manufacturing of automotive lightweight parts in China. It is equipped with 70 CNC devices and 12 production lines, with an annual sales volume reaching 150 million yuan. The company has mastered the core technology of internal high-pressure forming, holds over 70 authorized patents, has increased the lightweight rate of its products by more than 16%, and achieved a product qualification rate of over 99%. Currently, Anhui Siming Technology has established partnerships with many leading enterprises such as GM, Volkswagen, and Ford.

Milling Machine Processing A machining method in which the forging rotates as the main motion and the milling cutter makes the feed motion. In the machining process of the forging factory's milling machine, the main motion is the rotational movement of the forging. It is especially suitable for processing wheel forgings, machine tool spindle forgings, etc. with rotating surfaces. The feed motion is the linear movement of the cutting tool.   Grinding Processing A method of processing the surface of a forging in a forging factory, where the grinding wheel rotates at a high angular velocity. Generally, the processing using a grinding wheel is called an external grinder. During the grinding process, the self - sharpening effect of the grinding wheel is unique compared to other cutting tools. It is different from the cutting edges of ordinary cutting tools.   Boring Processing A machining method in which the boring tool rotates as the main motion, and either the forging or the boring tool makes the feed motion. Boring processing is mainly carried out on milling - boring machines and boring machines. Boring is a further processing of drilling holes in forgings. Boring can expand the hole diameter, improve the precision, reduce the surface roughness, and can effectively correct the inclination of the original hole centerline. Boring can be divided into rough boring, semi - finish boring, and finish boring.   Planing Processing A machining method in which the planer tool and the forging perform a relative linear motion in the horizontal direction. Planing is a major method for planar processing. It is a commonly used processing method for planar processing in the single - piece and small - batch production of forgings. Common planer - type machine tools include shapers, double - housing planers, and slotting machines.   Milling Processing A machining method in which the milling cutter rotates as the main motion, and the forging and the milling cutter make the feed motion. Milling is a major method for planar processing. During milling, the rotation of the milling cutter is the main motion while the forging moves with the worktable.   Broaching Processing A method of processing the inner and outer surfaces of a forging by the linear motion of a broach under the action of tensile force. By using a multi - toothed broach, very thin metal layers are cut off from the workpiece one by one in sequence, enabling the surface to reach a high precision and allowing the forging to obtain a small surface roughness value.   Drilling Processing A method of processing holes in forgings in a forging factory, where the drilling tool and the forging move relatively and perform a radial feed motion. Drilling is a basic hole - processing method in forging processing.   Precisely because there are different processing methods, forgings of various shapes can be formed. Forging factories will use different processing methods according to the shapes required for manufacturing forgings. There are also various other methods for processing forgings. Although the processing principles of these methods are different, they still have many similarities. The most significant difference lies in the cutting motion mode during forging processing. However, due to the differences in the machine tools and cutting tools used in various processing methods, they each have their own technological characteristics and application scopes.

Recently, the "2025 Forging Die Life Improvement Training Workshop" hosted by the China Forging Association successfully concluded in Taicang. The three-day training workshop attracted nearly 60 enterprise representatives and technical backbones from more than 40 parts and components enterprises and their supporting enterprises across the country. They gathered together to enhance their professional skills.   This training focused on the "Full-life Cycle Optimization Technology of Forging Dies", aiming to help enterprises improve their professional level in this field through a concentrated and efficient learning model. Four front-line technical experts from outstanding domestic enterprises were invited as instructors. Starting from actual production, they deeply analyzed the causes of die failures, proposed practical countermeasures, and systematically sorted out the difficult and hot issues in the die field.   The training content was extensive and in-depth, covering die material selection, die design optimization, die heat treatment process, die precision machining technology, die failure case analysis, and practical cases of die life improvement. In addition, the impact of forging automation on die life and effective strategies for die cost management were also discussed. Through the case sharing and technical analysis by the experts, the trainees gained a deeper understanding of the methods to improve the life of forging dies and mastered more ideas for problem-solving.   After the training, the trainees visited Taicang Jiuxin Precision Mould Co., Ltd. for on-site inspection. The trainees went deep into the production line in groups, observing the production line, workshop products, production equipment, and production processes up close. During the visit, the enterprise's technical experts led the team, gave explanations, and interacted with the trainees.   When the training ended successfully, the China Forging Association issued certificates of completion to the trainees. Under the new situation of high-quality development in the manufacturing industry, this training workshop closely focused on the pain point of improving the life of forging dies in the industry. Through systematic professional training, it provided strong support for the technical progress and talent cultivation of China's forging industry, and effectively improved the ability of the trainees to solve practical problems such as die wear and failure.   As an industry service platform, the China Forging Association always adheres to the purpose of "Four Services". In the future, the association will continue to deepen professional technical training and contribute to the quality improvement and efficiency increase of the forging industry.

From June 15th to 18th, 2025, the "2025 China Forging Conference - National Forging Enterprise Directors' Meeting", organized by the China Forging Association, will be grandly held at Buckingham Palace Hotel (Xiangcheng, Suzhou). With the theme of "Accelerating Digital Transformation and Achieving Green Manufacturing", this conference will gather more than 400 participants, set up over 30 small booths, arrange more than 20 wonderful reports, and will also host the China International Metalforming Exhibition simultaneously, undoubtedly becoming the annual event of the forging industry. The conference is full of highlights, closely following the national policy trends. In the final year of the "14th Five-Year Plan", participants can comprehensively understand policies, technologies, and cases, and accurately grasp the high - quality development direction of the forging industry. More than 20 special reports will focus on the core topics of the industry's "Four Modernizations" development, covering hot fields such as high - end forming technology, intelligent factories, green and low - carbon, and the integration of industry and finance. Leading enterprises will also share practical experiences in digital upgrading, helping the industry transform from "manufacturing" to "intelligent manufacturing". In addition, participants will visit Jiangsu Hongbao Forging Co., Ltd., a national specialized and sophisticated "little giant" enterprise, to observe intelligent production lines and green processes, and learn advanced manufacturing models through immersive learning. During the conference, more than 300 enterprise decision - makers will gather, enabling precise connection between upstream and downstream of the industrial chain. This not only expands high - end networking resources but also explores new cooperation opportunities, jointly discussing the strategic layout for the start of the "15th Five-Year Plan" in the forging industry.   The conference schedule is compact and rich. On June 15th, there will be full - day registration, and a buffet dinner will be provided from 17:30 to 20:30. On June 16th, after the opening ceremony, the conference will officially begin. Many industry experts and enterprise representatives will deliver speeches on topics such as the industry's development strategy under the international tariff and trade situation, the development of forging and culture, the practice of green transformation, and the impact of artificial intelligence. Industry - important reports will also be released, award - giving ceremonies will be held, and multiple technical topics will be shared. There will be a welcome dinner and the "China Forging Night" event in the evening. On June 17th, discussions will continue on topics such as the progress and development trend of high - efficiency part rolling technology, intelligent transformation, and digital - intelligent transformation. In the afternoon, participants will visit the China International Metalforming Exhibition at the National Exhibition and Convention Center. On the morning of June 18th, participants will visit Jiangsu Hongbao Forging Co., Ltd. to gain an in - depth understanding of its production and operation model.   At present, many well - known enterprise booths have been solicited for the conference, such as Suzhou Ono, Hubei Shuoli, Qingdao Hongda, etc. Jiangsu Hongbao Forging Co., Ltd., as the visiting enterprise, specializes in the production of various automotive, construction machinery parts, and stainless - steel and non - ferrous metal forgings. It is equipped with advanced facilities, with an annual output of more than 20 million forgings and an annual sales volume of 300 million yuan. The conference hotel is selected as Buckingham Palace Hotel (Xiangcheng Branch, Suzhou), providing convenient accommodation and conference conditions for participants. At the same time, the conference is soliciting sponsors from the industry. The diamond sponsors include Zhongduan Intelligent Equipment Design Institute (Qingdao) Co., Ltd. and Jiangsu Hanfeng CNC Technology Co., Ltd.; the platinum sponsors include Suzhou Maixing Machine Tool Co., Ltd. and Shandong Shengde Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd.; the gold sponsors include Fuchs Lubricants (China) Co., Ltd., Wuxi Thinklead Software Co., Ltd., etc.   This conference builds a professional communication and cooperation platform for the forging industry. Whether it is policy interpretation, technical exchanges, or business opportunity docking, it will inject new impetus into the industry's development and promote the continuous progress of the forging industry on the path of digital transformation and green manufacturing. 

The "2025 China Pipe and Pipe Fitting Forming Conference and Pipe Forming Working Committee Meeting" hosted by the China Forging Association will be grandly held in Hefei, Anhui Province from May 7th to 9th, 2025.   Pipe fittings are widely used in many fields such as aviation, aerospace, shipbuilding, automotive, energy, petrochemical, nuclear power, and electronics. They are key lightweight components with both structural and functional utilities, and are used in large quantities and wide applications. With the rapid development of the global manufacturing industry and continuous technological progress, the demand for high-performance pipe fittings in these fields is increasing day by day. However, despite significant technological advancements, the industry still faces many challenges.   This seminar will focus on the cutting-edge development of pipe and pipe fitting forming technologies and industrial demands in fields such as automotive, home appliances, aerospace, and nuclear power. It will deeply explore industry trends, technological innovations, and cross - field collaboration solutions around core topics such as lightweight materials, advanced forming processes (such as internal high - pressure forming, laser welding, flexible pipe bending, etc.), intelligent detection, and quality control. Through the sharing of industry - academia - research experts, case analysis, and technology prospects, it aims to promote the efficient application of high - performance pipe fittings in complex scenarios and help the industry accelerate its upgrading towards the direction of green, precision, and intelligent development.

On March 12, 2025, the 9th Working Conference of the Directors Committee for Stamping, Sheet Metal Fabrication, Fine Blanking, Precision High-Speed Stamping, and Head Forming of the China Forging & Press Association (CFPA) was successfully held in Wuxi, Jiangsu Province. This working conference was hosted by Wuxi Wei Yan Co., Ltd., the rotating director unit of CFPA’s Precision High-Speed Stamping Committee, and co-organized by Jiangsu Pengde Industrial Technology Co., Ltd., the rotating chairman unit of CFPA and the rotating director unit of the Stamping Branch.   Out of the 19 invited units, 15 attended the meeting, while 4 were excused due to unavoidable reasons. A total of 22 representatives participated in person. The conference was chaired by Qi Junhe, Vice Chairman of CFPA and Executive Director of the Five Industry Branches/Working Committees. Zhu Yuanhua, Deputy General Manager of Wuxi Wei Yan Co., Ltd., delivered a welcome speech on behalf of Chairman Cai Leiming. Chairman Tan Weiguang, representing CFPA, delivered an important address.   Song Zhongping, Deputy Secretary-General of CFPA and Secretary-General of the Stamping and Sheet Metal Fabrication Branch, presented a report on behalf of the CFPA Secretariat, summarizing the association’s work in the metal sheet forming industry in 2024 and outlining the 2025 plan. He also introduced the preparations for CFPA’s major 2025 event—the "September Festival" of China’s forging and stamping industry in Shanghai, with a special focus on the 2025 China International Metal Forming Exhibition & Conference. Jia Ruipeng, from CFPA’s Industry Research Office & Brainstorming Expert Service Center, provided a detailed explanation of the leadership group, drafting team, framework, requirements, and outline for CFPA’s "15th Five-Year" Development Plan for the forging and stamping industry, setting a solid foundation for a practical and actionable industry roadmap.   Following this, representatives from the 14 attending director units each gave presentations and engaged in lively discussions on key industry challenges, including:   The accelerated evolution of unprecedented global changes and their impact on markets, technology, and supply chains;   The role of national industrial policies, such as the "Two New" initiatives, in driving market demand;   Insights and innovations in exploring new business models and emerging markets;   Strategic approaches and measures for the "15th Five-Year" development plan and 2035 long-term vision.   In the afternoon, attendees visited the production facilities of Wuxi Wei Yan Co., Ltd. and Jiangsu Pengde Industrial Technology Co., Ltd. Both companies demonstrated a pioneering spirit by proactively adapting to domestic and international market shifts, embracing innovation, and balancing transformation with stability, leaving a lasting impression on all participants.

From January 8 to 10, 2025, the "2025 China Forging Blanking & Machining Technology Seminar and Matchmaking Exchange Conference—2025 Forging Blanking Equipment Technology Committee Meeting of China Forging & Press Association (CFPA) and Preparatory Meeting for CFPA’s Forging Machining Technology Committee," organized by the China Forging & Press Association (CFPA), was successfully held in Wuxi, Jiangsu Province. Nearly 100 representatives from over 50 companies across various regions attended the event. The primary objective of the conference was to facilitate in-depth exchanges between forging component manufacturers and equipment suppliers specializing in blanking and machining. Discussions focused on sharing experiences in equipment selection, usage, management, maintenance, and upkeep, as well as exploring future development trends in forging blanking and machining processes. The event aimed to help enterprises clarify their positioning, strategize for growth, and drive industrial upgrading.   Han Mulin, Vice Chairman of CFPA, attended the conference and delivered the opening speech. Song Zhongping, Deputy Secretary-General of CFPA, presided over the meeting. Miao Lei, Assistant General Manager of Jiangyin Quanhuafeng Precision Forging Co., Ltd. (a CFPA council member), extended a welcome address and presented a report titled "Application of Intelligent Raw Material Storage and Automated Blanking Technology," emphasizing the importance of automated blanking management. Numerous industry experts and enterprise representatives also delivered technical presentations.   During the event, attendees engaged in on-site discussions on forging blanking and machining technologies, as well as the establishment of the Forging Machining Technology Committee and the formulation of the *"15th Five-Year" Development Plan for the Forging Industry.* Experts addressed questions raised by participants, providing valuable insights.   A small-scale exhibition was also held during the conference, where representatives and exhibitors interacted during tea breaks in a lively atmosphere.   Following the conference, attendees visited Jiangyin Quanhuafeng Precision Forging Co., Ltd. The company features an automated sawing production line with a smart material warehouse, a 1000-ton hot die forging line, and numerous automated machining facilities. Participants highly praised Quanhuafeng’s advanced technology and management expertise.   With the active participation and cooperation of all attendees, the conference was successfully concluded. This event contributed to accelerating industry development, enhancing the core competitiveness of forging and equipment enterprises, and collectively advancing high-quality, high-standard, and high-demand growth in the forging sector.   The conference received strong support from the following companies:   Jiangyin Quanhuafeng Precision Forging Co., Ltd.   Jiangsu Hanfeng CNC Technology Co., Ltd.   Suzhou Jinkaida Machinery Technology Co., Ltd.   Zhejiang Chenlong Sawing Machine Co., Ltd.   Zhejiang Hengsimai Intelligent Machinery Co., Ltd.   Taizhou Kanghong Electric Co., Ltd.   The organizers extend their sincere gratitude to all supporting organizations.