Advanced Forming Research Centre

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A world class research facility supporting fundamental and applied research in forming and forging.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Cross-sectoral collaborative partnership between leading academic institutions and major industrial companies.

  • Rapid 'technology pipeline' from concept - demonstration - exploitation.
  • Setting new standards for the design and forming of high integrity, high value add products.
  • Exceptional business performance & growth delivered to partners.
  • Dedicated high quality purpose built facility that reflects the state of the art in forming and forging.

The AFRC is hosted by the DMEM Department.  Click here for details 

AFRC Latest News....


Eng D Programmes

Throughout 2012:  We are recruiting for students to undertake Engineering Doctorate programmes. Details

Events at the AFRC...


Forthcoming AFRC Workshops

15th May:  Quality Workshop

30th May:  Automation Workshop

28th June:  Sheet Forming Workshop

30th August:  Modelling Workshop


For detailed information on our events, click here