In recent years, the application of forgings in industrial production has become increasingly widespread, and forging prices have also received more attention. As an industrial practitioner, we need to grasp the appropriate time and price to purchase forgings, which can not only ensure the quality of our production but also help us better control costs.
When choosing the time to purchase forgings, spring and autumn are relatively suitable periods. Firstly, in spring and autumn, the market supply is relatively sufficient, and most steel mills and forging plants will increase production capacity. The intensity of competition is high, and the final price is relatively low. Secondly, in spring and autumn, the temperature is slightly more suitable, making it easier to control the forging process. Generally, problems such as slag formation and porosity causing a decrease in the rate of defective products do not occur. At the same time, spring and autumn are also important holidays and sales off-seasons. After that, some manufacturers will relax hardware, and there are many customers who want to consume, so it is often possible to obtain very favorable quotes at this time.
For example, a manufacturer needs to purchase forgings, and a forging plant located in the Northeast conducts a “price reduction promotion” activity in March, with quotes significantly lower than usual prices. The company immediately purchased the required forgings, thus gaining very obvious cost advantages. By observing the market sensitively and choosing the right time, this company was able to purchase higher-quality forgings at a lower price.
In summary, when purchasing forgings, we need to reasonably choose the purchase time based on factors such as the market situation, product demand, and quality requirements. We should also carefully compare factors such as price and quality among different manufacturers to help us gain more obvious cost and efficiency advantages in the procurement process.
