With the rapid development of modern industry, large-scale hot forging is increasingly widely used in aerospace, energy, transportation and other fields. However, the production technology and management of large-scale hot forging are faced with many challenges. This paper will discuss the technical and management challenges of large-scale hot forging production, and propose corresponding solutions.
Production technology challenge
Equipment capacity limitations: Large hot forging forgings are large in size, requiring production equipment with higher tonnage, larger working space and more precise control capabilities. Upgrading and retrofitting existing equipment is a major challenge.
Process complexity: Large hot forging forgings are often complex in shape, requiring precise control of the deformation process and temperature field. At the same time, the coupling effect of various process parameters is involved in the hot forging process, which requires high experience and skill of the process personnel.
Material challenges: Large hot forging forgings usually use high-strength, high-toughness alloy materials, which are prone to cracking, deformation and other defects during hot forging. Ensuring material quality and controlling material costs is a key challenge.
Management challenge
Project management: Large hot forging forgings are often used as key components, involving the collaboration of multiple departments and teams. Project management requires the ability to coordinate across departments to ensure that projects move forward as planned and respond to changes in a timely manner.
Quality management: The quality of large-scale hot forging is directly related to the success or failure of the entire project. Establishing a strict quality control system to ensure product consistency and traceability is an important task in the management process.
Cost management: The production cost of large-scale hot forging is high, including raw materials, equipment depreciation, energy consumption, etc. Reducing production costs without losing quality is an important challenge for the sustainable development of enterprises.
Solution and development direction
Technology upgrade and innovation: Continue to invest in research and development, improve equipment capacity, optimize the hot forging process to meet the production needs of large hot forging forgings. At the same time, explore the application of new materials and new technologies in the production of large-scale hot forging forgings to improve product quality and production efficiency.
Strengthen personnel training and introduction: strengthen the training and introduction of technical and management personnel, and build high-quality professional teams. Through training, communication and other ways to improve the skill level of existing personnel, to meet the needs of large-scale hot forging production.
Digital and intelligent transformation: With the help of digital technology and artificial intelligence technology, build digital production lines and intelligent management systems. Through data analysis and optimization, accurate control and intelligent decision-making of the production process can be achieved to improve production efficiency and product quality.
Strengthen supply chain management: Establish close cooperation with suppliers to ensure stable supply and quality control of raw materials. At the same time, optimize inventory management, reduce inventory costs, improve the competitiveness of enterprises.
The production technology and management of large-scale hot forging are faced with many challenges, such as equipment capacity, process complexity, material challenges, project management, quality management, cost management and so on. Through technology upgrading and innovation, personnel training and introduction, digital and intelligent transformation and strengthening supply chain management and other measures, we can effectively respond to these challenges and promote the sustainable development of large-scale hot forging industry. In the future development, large enterprises should continue to focus on technological innovation and management improvement to adapt to the changing market demand and achieve sustainable development.
