Cold deformation

Learn about cold deformation, a process that is popular for its ability to greatly increase the hardness of metal without compromising its structural integrity. 
At Minifaber, we exploit the cold deformation technique to shape sheet metal without losing their inherent properties while enhancing the surface finish. 
This process is popular for its ability to deform sheet metal by means of a press, which provides the energy needed for deformation, and a die, which gives the material the required shape. This procedure is particularly used in the production of metal components that require meticulous and precise fabrication down to a hundredth of a millimeter, without chip removal. 
On this page, we will see: 
What does cold deformation consist of? 
What are the most commonly used techniques?

Learn about cold deformation, a process that is popular for its ability to greatly increase the hardness of metal without compromising its structural integrity. 
At Minifaber, we exploit the cold deformation technique to shape sheet metal without losing their inherent properties while enhancing the surface finish. 
This process is popular for its ability to deform sheet metal by means of a press, which provides the energy needed for deformation, and a die, which gives the material the required shape. This procedure is particularly used in the production of metal components that require meticulous and precise fabrication down to a hundredth of a millimeter, without chip removal. 
On this page, we will see: 
What does cold deformation consist of? 
What are the most commonly used techniques?

What does cold deformation consist of?

When we talk about cold deformation, we refer to a metalworking process that exploits a material's ability to undergo plastic changes without the use of external heat sources. At Minifaber, we follow a series of steps to achieve optimal results with this fabrication technique.
First, it is essential to choose a material that can be permanently deformed without breaking. The material is chosen by the customer, who often chooses to rely on Minifaber's experience and knowledge. During the process, the sheet metal is deformed plastically, exploiting its metallurgical quality of plastic reserve. This quality is mainly due to its special chemical composition.

Deformation can take place in multiple steps with intermediate shapes to prevent the material from breaking. 
Cold deformation is a particularly popular technology because it allows sheet metal to be shaped in a short time without chip removal, while keeping the sheet metal thickness and weight constant. In addition, this fabrication technique can produce components with tight tolerances and excellent surface finishes.

Sustainability in cold deformation of metal

Minifaber's policy on sustainability in cold deformation.

• The raw materials used by Minifaber are recyclable: ferrous materials, stainless steel, aluminum and copper are all recyclable. Process waste is also remelted to generate new material.
• We offer our customers the opportunity to select raw materials from suppliers who produce them with less environmental impact and low or no CO2 emissions.
• We use suppliers and workshops that are committed to constantly looking for better lubricant solutions that are non-polluting and, where possible, of natural origin.
• We use the latest generation energy-efficient machinery, and when renewing machinery, there special emphasis on selecting energy-efficient machinery with equal performance.
• Our metal component washing plants (finished or semi-finished products) feature low water consumption, and the water is recovered and treated without waste.
• Since 2019, with a focus on circularity, we have equipped ourselves with a production process water treatment and purification plant.