Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom Forging Services in Chicago
Anderson-Shumaker represents the pinnacle of custom metal forging since 1902. Founded in Chicago by Swedish forge master Carl Anderson, our company has evolved into a leader in open-die forging and ring rolling, serving industries ranging from aerospace to power generation. With a 2500-ton hydraulic press and advanced thermal processing capabilities, we specialize in crafting precision components from stainless steel, titanium, aluminum, and exotic alloys. Our ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certifications underscore our commitment to quality, while our in-house machining, testing, and heat treatment services ensure complete project control.We offer rapid quotes (often within 24 hours), no tooling charges, and flexible delivery options, supported by a skilled workforce operating from our 70,000-square-foot facility. Our dedication to innovation and customer-centric solutions has made us a trusted partner for over a century.
Services
Open Die Forging
Heat Treatment
Machining Services
Non-Destructive Testing
Custom Metal Fabrication
Material Certification
Prototype Development
Ring Rolling
Alloy Processing
Industrial Forgings
Details
- Year established: 1902
Highlights and features
- We offer 24-hour quoting for most projects
- No tooling charges with flexible delivery options
- In-house destructive and non-destructive testing capabilities
- Over 120 years of forging expertise with modern equipment
- Certified to aerospace standards AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001:2015
- AS9100D
Services
Open Die Forging
Our open-die forging process creates precision metal components with superior grain structure. Using 2500-ton hydraulic presses and steam hammers, we produce rings, discs, and custom shapes from 1-20,000 lbs. This method improves material strength while reducing waste compared to machining from solid stock. Industries rely on our forgings for critical applications requiring exceptional durability.
Heat Treatment
In-house heat treatment ensures optimal material properties through controlled thermal cycles. We perform annealing, quenching, tempering, and normalizing with precise temperature control. Our processes enhance hardness, stress relief, and microstructural uniformity while maintaining full traceability. This critical step ensures components meet exacting aerospace and industrial specifications.
Non-Destructive Testing
We employ ultrasonic and liquid penetrant testing to verify material integrity without compromising components. Our certified technicians detect subsurface flaws and surface defects in forged products. This quality assurance process guarantees compliance with ASTM, AMS, and military standards for mission-critical applications across multiple industries.
Machining Services
Our machining capabilities transform forged blanks into near-net shapes using lathes and milling machines. This value-added service reduces customers' secondary processing needs by providing pre-machined components ready for final finishing. We handle complex geometries while maintaining tight tolerances for improved production efficiency.
Material Certification
We provide comprehensive material testing including tensile, Charpy impact, and chemical analysis. Our destructive testing laboratory validates mechanical properties against specified requirements. Each certification package includes detailed reports for full traceability, ensuring compliance with aerospace, nuclear, and other regulated industry standards.
Questions
What materials do you work with for forging?
We process stainless steel, aluminum, carbon steel, nickel alloys, titanium, tool steel, and exotic materials like Inconel 718 and 2205 Duplex Stainless.
What industries do you serve?
We support aerospace, power generation, oil & gas, defense, and general industrial manufacturing with custom forged components.
Do you offer rapid prototyping services?
Yes, our prototype development capabilities include small-batch production with no minimum order quantities required.
What certifications do you hold?
We maintain ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certifications for quality management systems, including aerospace-specific requirements.
What are your typical lead times?
Standard lead times average 2-3 weeks, with expedited options available depending on material availability and complexity.
Can you handle large-scale industrial orders?
Our 70,000-square-foot facility and heavy-capacity equipment support both prototype development and high-volume production runs.
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