SMLSCO Forged Fitting Manufacturing Process
The excellent strength of SMLSCO pipe fittings comes from rigorous forging processes. We use standard round bars as raw materials, which are cut, heated, and then forged as a whole on a forging press. This process greatly refines the internal grain structure of the metal and eliminates potential metallurgical defects. Subsequently, the forged blank undergoes heat treatment and precision CNC machining to form precise socket dimensions and groove angles, ensuring full compliance with the dimensional tolerance requirements of ASME B16.11.
Why Choose SMLSCO?
SMLSCO's forged pipe fittings and flanges are produced at our exclusive manufacturing base - Wenzhou Yongheng Steel Industry. The factory has a monthly production capacity of 350 tons, equipped with 38 CNC lathes and 8 CNC drilling machines, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of large-scale production. Of particular importance is that our factory quality system has passed ISO, PED, and the rigorous NORSOK M650 certification for the Norwegian petroleum industry. This indicates that we have the ability to continuously and stably provide forged pipe fittings that meet the highest quality standards for high-end industries such as chemical and offshore oil.
What is Forged Coupling?
Forged coupling is a high-strength pipe fitting used to connect two sections of pipes in a straight line. It is mainly divided into two forms: Full Coupling, with both ends having sockets or threads, used to connect two pipes; And half coupling, with one end as a socket or thread and the other end as a flat butt welding end, is commonly used for direct welding on container walls or large diameter pipelines as a branch connection port for small diameters.
What is Socket Weld Connection?
Socket welding is a reliable connection method designed specifically for high-pressure, small-diameter pipelines. During construction, insert the end of the pipeline into the socket of the pipe fitting, and reserve an expansion gap of about 1.5mm between the pipe end and the bottom of the socket. Then, perform corner welding on the outside of the pipe fitting. This connection method has high strength, good airtightness, and can ensure the relative smoothness of the internal flow channel of the pipeline. It is widely used in industrial fields that have strict requirements for sealing and pressure bearing capacity.