COLD HEADING

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Cold heading parts are precision-engineered components made by deforming metal wire or rod at room temperature using a heading machine. The process involves forging the metal to produce a specific shape or feature, resulting in a strong, durable part with excellent dimensional accuracy. Cold heading is commonly used to produce fasteners, such as screws, bolts, and rivets, as well as other complex components, such as gears and pins. The advantages of cold heading parts include high production efficiency, improved material utilization, and reduced waste. Additionally, cold heading provides excellent surface finish and dimensional consistency, making it ideal for high-volume production of small to medium-sized parts.