Talkin’ Bout My Generation – FormingWorld
This article first appeared in the February 2023 Automotive Special Issue of MetalForming magazine (www.metalformingmagazine.com), and is reprinted here with permission granted by the Precision Metalforming Association.
You’ve probably seen references to 3rd Gen steels—implying that there are 1st and 2nd Gen steels as well. This article explores their similarities, differences and evolution. The automotive industry drives much of this development, but the benefits offered by newer grades promote applications in other industries.
Where it Began: 1st Gen Steels
During the era of tail fins and sock hops, automakers had only a handful of sheet-steel grades from which to choose.…
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