George Metals, based in Houston, USA, stands out as a top manufacturer and supplier of Stainless Steel 316 Forgings, celebrated for their remarkable corrosion resistance, strength, and durability. Designed for high-performance applications in marine, chemical, and industrial settings, 316 stainless steel is enriched with molybdenum, which boosts its ability to resist pitting and chloride attack. George Metals provides a range of forged components, including rings, flanges, shafts, and discs, all crafted with outstanding dimensional accuracy and surface finish. Each forging meets ASTM A182 and other international standards, making them perfect for pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and robust mechanical assemblies across various critical industries.
Stainless Steel 316 Forgings consist of 16–18% Chromium, 10–14% Nickel, 2–3% Molybdenum, and a low carbon content, which enhances both corrosion resistance and weldability. This austenitic stainless steel boasts impressive mechanical strength (with tensile strength around 515–750 MPa) and maintains good toughness even in cryogenic conditions. The addition of molybdenum significantly improves resistance to chlorides, acids, and industrial solvents. George Metals guarantees high-quality forging processes that ensure a uniform grain structure, mechanical integrity, and optimal performance in high-stress, corrosive environments, delivering forgings specifically designed for critical structural and fluid-handling systems.
| Specifications | ASTM A182, ASME SA182 |
|---|---|
| Standard | DIN, ASTM, BS and all International Standards |
| Flat bar blocks | up to 27″ width and 15,000 lbs |
| Cylinders and sleeves | up to 50″ maximum O.D. and 65″ maximum length |
| Discs and hubs | up to 50″ diameter and 20,000 lbs |
| Rolled, hand forged or mandrel forged rings | up to 84″ maximum O.D. and 40″ maximum length |
| Rounds, shafts and step shafts | up to 144″ maximum length and 20,000 lbs |
| Forging Types | Impression Die Forging, Open Die Forging, Seamless Rolled Forging, Hot Forging, Cold Forging, Open die hammer forging, Impression die drop forging, Closed Die Forging, Press Forging, Upset Forging, Compression Forging, Swaging, Rotary Forging, Roll forging. |
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | N |
| SS 316 | 0.08 max | 2.0 max | 1.0 max | 0.045 max | 0.030 max | 16.00 – 18.00 | 2.00 – 3.00 | 11.00 – 14.00 | 67.845 min |
| Density | Melting Point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| 8.0 g/cm3 | 1399 °C (2550 °F) | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 | 35 % |
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | BS | GOST | AFNOR | EN |
| SS 316 | 1.4401 / 1.4436 | S31600 | SUS 316 | 316S31 / 316S33 | – | Z7CND17‐11‐02 | X5CrNiMo17-12-2 / X3CrNiMo17-13-3 |
Stainless Steel 316 Forgings find extensive use in industries that require corrosion-resistant, high-strength components. In the marine industry, they are perfect for shafts, couplings, and propeller parts due to their ability to withstand saltwater corrosion. In the chemical and petrochemical sectors, they are utilized in pressure vessels, reactors, flanges, and valve bodies that come into contact with aggressive fluids. The pharmaceutical and food processing industries rely on them for sanitary fittings and process equipment. Additionally, the power generation and oil & gas sectors make use of 316 forgings in heavy-duty applications, ensuring reliability and performance in demanding environments.






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