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cold forging

The metalworking process of forging whilst hot metal is right below its recrystallisation temperature, being cooled and solidified after casting.

Alternative Names

cold fabricationcold fashioningcooled casting processcooled finishing processcold castingcooled fabricating processcooled fashioning processcold finishing techniques

Essential for these occupations

cold forging is listed as an essential skill for 2 occupation(s).

Optional for these occupations

cold forging is a useful but optional skill for 8 occupation(s).

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Quick Facts

TypeKnowledge
ClassificationESCO
DigitalNo
GreenNo
Essential for2 occupations
Optional for8 occupations
Total occupations10
Alt names8

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