Paris Thiers Lyon/Geneve, Barcelonne, Paris, Bordeaux. Precision forging Safety begins with a W Wichard recycles the water from its processes and purifies its waste on site. Safety begins with a W

The steel used by the blacksmith is naturally welded during rolling out. This creates an internal structure of the metal characterized by the alignment of the grain into fibres. The blacksmith’s art is to align these fibres in the direction of the stress. He can then form pieces in a shape that maximizes strength while optimising the material used. Forging guarantees the internal cohesion of the metal, free of air-bubbles and defects. Forged metal products bend or stretch long before breaking, which makes them ideal for safety equipment. Compared to other processes, the results are spectacular....

T o o l s Wichard makes all its own tools. The computer-assisted design is taken over by digitally operated machines. (machining and electroerosion.) 12 hydraulically powered inertia drop hammers, items from 1 to 500g (up to 1 pound), small and medium-size production runs. Two automatic, double-action forging machines for very long runs. Hydraulic and mechanical presses. Tribo-finishing workshop, machining. Design : Projects are completed via an ongoing dialogue between our engineers and customers, (Pro-engineer files). From a simple blank to a finished unit, short or long production run, Wichard...

Marine World leader, thanks to t he quality of its forged shackles and snaps, Wichard exports to over 40 countries. Its catalogue products have a vast number of industrial applications (handling, safety, building, etc.). Parachute Rings, adjusters, hooks, standard or to specifications, these are safety items that have to be forged. Automotive A recognised partner of the automotive industry for large production runs, automatic forging machine and integrated machining. Medical Développons ensemble Wichard is a leading European supplier of hip forgings. ( stainless steel or titanium). Ot h e r a...