Forging describes a process that transforms solid metal into shapes of varying Cross-sectional material thickness, often involving heating and hammering.

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"Forging" is in the NAICS Code "33211"
Forging and Stamping

"Forging" is in the HS Code "8462.10"
- - Forging or die-stamping machines (including presses) and hammers

"Forging" is in the UNSPSC Code "23161509"
Forging stamping machines