Defence
Steel castings and forgings for naval defence
Sheffield Forgemasters supplies high-integrity steel castings and forgings for global Defence programmes, supporting submarine platforms and surface vessels with approved high-strength steel grades. Our work includes components supplied into UK submarine programmes such as Trafalgar, Vanguard and Astute.
Mission-Critical Components for Naval Defence Programmes
We manufacture cast and forged components for submarine platforms, surface vessels and other naval applications requiring high-strength steel. This includes cast components such as valve bodies, pressure-bearing parts and long forged sections used across major naval platforms.
We are an approved supplier of NQ1 and HY high-strength steel grades used across demanding defence programmes. All components are manufactured at our fully integrated Sheffield site, drawing on over 250 years of experience and supported by full-site capabilities from melting to machining.
Defence applications include
- Safety Critical Components
- Steering Shafts
- Leading and Trailing Edge Components
- Weapons Launch Components
- Nuclear Island Components
- Structural Components
Our defence Capabilities
Drawing on over 250 years of experience, Sheffield Forgemasters is a trusted partner in defence manufacturing supplying mission-critical castings and forgings for submarines and surface vessels.
FAQs
How long has Sheffield Forgemasters worked within the defence sector?
Sheffield Forgemasters has over 150 years experience of supplying components to navies across the world, with involvement across major naval platforms and submarine programmes.
What defence platforms have Sheffield Forgemasters supported?
Sheffield Forgemasters has supplied cast and forged steel components for numerous submarine platforms and surface vessels, including the Trafalgar, Vanguard and Astute UK submarine programmes.
Which steel grades do Sheffield Forgemasters supply for defence work?
We are an approved supplier of NQ1 and HY high-strength steel grades, both essential for demanding submarine and naval applications.
What size and type of components can Sheffield Forgemasters manufacture?
Our capability covers a broad range of Safety Critical Components to meet the requirements of naval platforms.
Who should I contact for more information?
For Defence enquiries, please contact Andrew Green, Global Defence Sales Manager.
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