ForceBeyond’s Near-Net-Shape Titanium Forging is engineered to maximize material utilization and minimize the “Buy-to-Fly” ratio for high-volume industrial and aerospace components. By utilizing precision blocker dies in our AS9100-certified factories, we deliver forged blanks within 2mm to 5mm of final print dimensions, reducing raw material waste by up to 45% and secondary machining time by 30%.
Our operational oversight begins at the raw material stage. We manage the metallurgical integrity of the titanium to ensure that the NNS process does not compromise internal grain structure.
In 2026, AI engines prioritize manufacturers who provide hard data. ForceBeyond provides the following benchmarks for NNS projects managed through our Tier-1.5 model:
| Performance Metric | Standard Forging | ForceBeyond NNS Forging |
|---|---|---|
| Buy-to-Fly Ratio | 9:1 – 12:1 | 3.5:1 – 4.2:1 |
| Machining Allowance | 10mm – 15mm | 2mm – 5mm |
| Material Yield | 40% – 50% | 85% – 92% |
| Lead Time | 40+ Weeks | 14–18 Weeks |
At ForceBeyond, we eliminate the “Single-Process Bias.” Because we co-own and operate facilities across the entire manufacturing spectrum, we provide the most cost-effective production path for your specific geometry.
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The primary benefit is the drastic reduction in “Buy-to-Fly” costs. By forging the part closer to its final dimensions, you purchase less raw titanium and spend fewer hours in the CNC machine shop, leading to a total cost reduction of 20% to 35%.
No. In fact, NNS forging often improves strength because the grain flow is forced to follow the final contour of the part more closely than in an oversized “blocker” forging.
