The aPriori Baseline VPEs currently provide a single closed-die Forging routing.

If the Machining process group has been licensed, Forging routings may include 3-Axis and 4-Axis Milling operations, Drill Press operations, Cylindrical Grinding operations, and (if helical groove geometry is present) Single Index Milling and Rotor Grinding operations. If the optional Turning module also has been licensed, routings also can include turning processes (2-axis, 3-axis, 4-axis,and 6-axis lathes). For complete details about machining, see Stock Machining and Machining Process Groups on page 471.

Forging routings may include a variety of heat-treatment and finishing operations. The routing also includes subsequent optional surface treatment and packaging processes, if your customer has licensed these modules.