THERMOHYDRAULIC
We are one of the main suppliers for domestic and international manufacturers in the thermohydraulic sector, especially sanitary taps, using metal cutting with transfer machines. We have the technology and national leadership in the production of ball valve components using hot casting and forging technology for various sectors such as agriculture, food industry, industrial and petrochemical sectors.
PRODUCTION FLOW
The production process: from request to supply
The production chain and constant contact with the customer are the fulcrum of our excellence. Guided by precision and dedication, each phase is characterized by competence and care. From concept to production, our cutting-edge technologies create distinctive and reliable products.
In every project we don’t set ourselves technical limits: we work with dedication and flexibility to create unique solutions suited to your needs.
PRODUCTION FLOW
The production process: from request to supply
The production chain and constant contact with the customer are the fulcrum of our excellence. Guided by precision and dedication, each phase is characterized by competence and care. From concept to production, our cutting-edge technologies create distinctive and reliable products.
In every project we don’t set ourselves technical limits: we work with dedication and flexibility to create unique solutions suited to your needs.
BALL VALVES AND FITTINGS
We are a leading manufacturer
of components for brass valves and fittings
In the thermo-hydraulic sector, TECNOFOR deals with the production of ball valves, but not only: we also produce fittings, nipples, complex moldings and balls for a wide range of applications. Our departments operate on 3 working shifts, ensuring continuous production 24 hours a day.
Our valve balls are highly customizable: starting from specific projects and needs of the sector, we work metal adapting to the customer’s expectations and requests. Thanks to our flexibility, we can offer tailor-made solutions that meet every need.
The synergy between efficiency, productivity and increasingly advanced technological solutions is essential to maintain our high quality standards. With a production capacity of 120,000 balls per day, we are able to respond quickly and accurately to market demands, ensuring the highest quality for all thermohydraulic applications.
BALL VALVES AND FITTINGS
We are a leading manufacturer
of components for brass valves and fittings
In the thermo-hydraulic sector, TECNOFOR deals with the production of ball valves, but not only: we also produce fittings, nipples, complex moldings and balls for a wide range of applications. Our departments operate on 3 working shifts, ensuring continuous production 24 hours a day.
Our valve balls are highly customizable: starting from specific projects and needs of the sector, we work metal adapting to the customer’s expectations and requests. Thanks to our flexibility, we can offer tailor-made solutions that meet every need.
The synergy between efficiency, productivity and increasingly advanced technological solutions is essential to maintain our high quality standards. With a production capacity of 120,000 balls per day, we are able to respond quickly and accurately to market demands, ensuring the highest quality for all thermohydraulic applications.
01
Solid brass balls
Solid brass balls feature a solid body with no internal cavities. This design makes them particularly robust and suitable for high pressure and high mechanical resistance applications. Solid spheres offer greater durability and better corrosion resistance than other types, but can be heavier and require more material to produce.
02
Lightweight solid brass balls
Lightweight solid brass balls are similar to standard solid balls, but have small cavities or holes cut into the body to reduce the overall weight of the ball. This design allows you to maintain the strength and resistance of solid spheres, but with a slightly lower weight. Lightweight solid spheres offer a compromise between strength and weight, ideal for applications requiring weight reduction without compromising structural strength.
03
Cast brass balls
Cast brass balls are solid balls, but not fully machined. They can be used as raw components to be further processed or integrated into other structures. This type of spheres offers flexibility in processing and customization, allowing them to be adapted to different specific applications.
04
TF-patented hot forged ball
The TECNOFOR patented brass spheres have a partial cavity inside the body of the sphere. This design allows the overall weight of the sphere to be reduced without significantly compromising its structural strength. Hollow spheres are used for applications where weight reduction is required without compromising the strength and durability of the component.
05
Hollow brass spheres
Hollow brass spheres are characterized by an internal cavity that occupies the entire volume of the sphere. This design allows you to maximize weight reduction without excessively compromising structural strength. Total hollow spheres are used in applications where weight is a critical factor and strength can be maintained through appropriate structural design.
01
Forged fittings
Forged Fittings for the plumbing and heating industry are essential components for connecting and adapting pipes in plumbing and heating systems, ensuring tightness, corrosion resistance and long life. Made of materials such as brass, aluminum, and steel, they include tees, elbows, flanges, and adapters.
At TECNOFOR, fittings are produced with advanced techniques such as die casting, sand casting and hot forging, to obtain components with precise tolerances, high strength and excellent quality, meeting the specific needs of the customer and industry regulations.
02
Turned from bars Fittings
Turned from bars Fittings for the plumbing and heating sector are metal components used to connect pipes and fittings, allowing the path of a system to be extended or adapted. Made of durable materials such as brass, steel and special alloys, nipples are designed to ensure tightness and resistance to mechanical and thermal stress, even in high-pressure and temperature environments.
At TECNOFOR, nipples are manufactured using advanced techniques such as sand casting, die casting, and hot forging, to achieve parts with precise tolerances and high-quality finishes. Each component is designed to meet the specific needs of the customer, ensuring performance and reliability in thermo-hydraulic applications.
03
Special components for valves
Special components for valves from special applications are made to meet specific needs that go beyond normal market demands. These components, such as sealing parts, valve bodies, and inserts, are designed to deal with particular conditions such as high temperatures, extreme pressures, or aggressive environments. They can be manufactured from special materials such as alloy steel, corrosion-resistant alloys, or high-performance materials, depending on the needs of the application.
At TECNOFOR, the production of these non-standard components is carried out through advanced processes such as die casting, sand casting and hot forging, to ensure maximum precision and resistance. Each component is custom-designed, following customer specifications and applicable regulations, to ensure excellent performance even in particularly harsh operating conditions. Flexibility and a focus on quality are key to providing high-performance solutions for specialty thermohydraulic applications.
04
Larger special forged components for industrial applications
Larger special forged components for industrial applications, such as pump housings and distributors, are used in applications that require robustness and high reliability, such as thermohydraulic systems and complex industrial systems. These parts, made of durable materials such as steel, aluminum and special alloys, are designed to withstand high stress, high pressures and extreme temperatures, ensuring safe and durable operation.
At TECNOFOR, the production of larger pump bodies and distributors is carried out using advanced techniques such as hot forging, sand casting and gravity casting, to obtain larger components with precise tolerances and high strength. Each piece is custom-designed, following the specific needs of the customer, to ensure optimal performance in special applications. Quality, robustness and reliability are critical to ensuring success in extreme working environments and for applications that require large size and precision.
BALL VALVES
Types of spheres
We operate both on the production of standard spheres on high volumes and on smaller volumes and we are specialized in the supply of special spheres such as 3-way, 4-way, with holes in the gap, oblique holes, special lightenings.
01
Solid brass balls
Solid brass balls feature a solid body with no internal cavities. This design makes them particularly robust and suitable for high pressure and high mechanical resistance applications. Solid spheres offer greater durability and better corrosion resistance than other types, but can be heavier and require more material to produce.
02
Lightweight solid brass balls
Lightweight solid brass balls are similar to standard solid balls, but have small cavities or holes cut into the body to reduce the overall weight of the ball. This design allows you to maintain the strength and resistance of solid spheres, but with a slightly lower weight. Lightweight solid spheres offer a compromise between strength and weight, ideal for applications requiring weight reduction without compromising structural strength.
03
Cast brass balls
Cast brass balls are solid balls, but not fully machined. They can be used as raw components to be further processed or integrated into other structures. This type of spheres offers flexibility in processing and customization, allowing them to be adapted to different specific applications.
TF-patented hot forged ball
The TECNOFOR patented brass spheres have a partial cavity inside the body of the sphere. This design allows the overall weight of the sphere to be reduced without significantly compromising its structural strength. Hollow spheres are used for applications where weight reduction is required without compromising the strength and durability of the component.
05
Hollow brass spheres
Hollow brass spheres are characterized by an internal cavity that occupies the entire volume of the sphere. This design allows you to maximize weight reduction without excessively compromising structural strength. Total hollow spheres are used in applications where weight is a critical factor and strength can be maintained through appropriate structural design.
FITTINGS
Types of fittings
01
Forged Fittings
Forged Fittings for the plumbing and heating industry are essential components for connecting and adapting pipes in plumbing and heating systems, ensuring tightness, corrosion resistance and long life. Made of materials such as brass, aluminum, and steel, they include tees, elbows, flanges, and adapters.
At TECNOFOR, fittings are produced with advanced techniques such as die casting, sand casting and hot forging, to obtain components with precise tolerances, high strength and excellent quality, meeting the specific needs of the customer and industry regulations.
02
Turned from bars Fittings
Turned from bars Fittings for the plumbing and heating sector are metal components used to connect pipes and fittings, allowing the path of a system to be extended or adapted. Made of durable materials such as brass, steel and special alloys, nipples are designed to ensure tightness and resistance to mechanical and thermal stress, even in high-pressure and temperature environments.
At TECNOFOR, nipples are manufactured using advanced techniques such as sand casting, die casting, and hot forging, to achieve parts with precise tolerances and high-quality finishes. Each component is designed to meet the specific needs of the customer, ensuring performance and reliability in thermo-hydraulic applications.
03
Special components for valves
Special components for valves from special applications are made to meet specific needs that go beyond normal market demands. These components, such as sealing parts, valve bodies, and inserts, are designed to deal with particular conditions such as high temperatures, extreme pressures, or aggressive environments. They can be manufactured from special materials such as alloy steel, corrosion-resistant alloys, or high-performance materials, depending on the needs of the application.
At TECNOFOR, the production of these non-standard components is carried out through advanced processes such as die casting, sand casting and hot forging, to ensure maximum precision and resistance. Each component is custom-designed, following customer specifications and applicable regulations, to ensure excellent performance even in particularly harsh operating conditions. Flexibility and a focus on quality are key to providing high-performance solutions for specialty thermohydraulic applications.
04
Larger special forged components for industrial applications
Larger special forged components for industrial applications, such as pump housings and distributors, are used in applications that require robustness and high reliability, such as thermohydraulic systems and complex industrial systems. These parts, made of durable materials such as steel, aluminum and special alloys, are designed to withstand high stress, high pressures and extreme temperatures, ensuring safe and durable operation.
At TECNOFOR, the production of larger pump bodies and distributors is carried out using advanced techniques such as hot forging, sand casting and gravity casting, to obtain larger components with precise tolerances and high strength. Each piece is custom-designed, following the specific needs of the customer, to ensure optimal performance in special applications. Quality, robustness and reliability are critical to ensuring success in extreme working environments and for applications that require large size and precision.
TRANSFORMATION PROCESSES
Transformation of raw material and production of the casting
Thanks to the interdisciplinary expertise of our Group, we design custom tools both for the construction of our products and for the development of machinery and equipment used to manufacture them. In particular, we specialize in the creation of molds and hydraulic clamping equipment for CNC machines, transfer machines, and lathes. In addition to the main techniques for producing castings through high-pressure die casting, sand casting, gravity casting, and low-pressure casting, we also utilize advanced processes such as investment casting, lost-wax casting, and sintering, ensuring optimal solutions for every production need.
INGOT SUPPLY
In the thermo-hydraulic sector, TECNOFOR directly deals with the procurement of metal ingots to ensure the production of components such as valves, fittings and manifolds. This management ensures high-quality, corrosion-resistant alloys suitable for the most demanding environments. Direct purchasing eliminates intermediate steps, improving process efficiency and offering greater production flexibility, also to respond to customized market demands. Subsequent mechanical processing takes place on TRANSFER and CNC machines
High pressure die casting is a technology used in the thermo-hydraulic sector to produce high-precision metal components, such as fittings, valves and taps. The process involves injecting molten metal (usually aluminum, brass, or zinc alloys) into a steel mold, under high pressure, to obtain parts with very precise dimensional tolerances and smooth surfaces. This is essential to ensure perfect fitting in hydraulic systems and resistance to pressure and corrosive agents. In the thermo-hydraulic sector, die-casting is ideal for the mass production of light but resistant parts, such as manifolds and valves, thanks to the possibility of reducing production costs and obtaining components with excellent finishes. Materials such as aluminum, brass, and zinc are chosen for their specific properties, such as corrosion resistance and durability. The ability to produce parts with complex shapes directly in the casting reduces the need for additional machining, improving process efficiency and business competitiveness.
Low-pressure casting is a process used in the plumbing industry to produce high-quality metal components, such as valves, fittings, and manifolds. In this process, molten metal is injected at low pressure, ensuring uniform mold filling and reducing defects such as air gaps or inclusions. Materials such as aluminum, brass, and zinc alloys are chosen for their corrosion resistance and durability. This method offers greater dimensional accuracy and good material uniformity, making it ideal for high-reliability, tight-tolerance parts needed for hydraulic and thermohydraulic systems.
Sand casting is a process used in the thermo-hydraulic sector to produce metal components such as valves, fittings and manifolds, in particular for small and medium-sized productions. In this method, a model made of easily machined material (usually wax or metal) is covered with sand bonded with a binder, creating a negative mold. The molten metal is then poured into the mold, and once solidified, the piece is extracted. Sand casting is particularly suitable for the production of complex components with irregular shapes. While the process may result in a less smooth surface finish than other methods, it is beneficial because of its flexibility, the ability to produce parts of different sizes, and the ability to use alloys such as aluminum and brass.
Shell casting is a process used in the thermo-hydraulic industry to produce high-precision metal components, such as valves, fittings, and manifolds. In this method, molten metal is injected into a permanent steel mold, known as a shell, which results in parts with smooth surfaces and very precise dimensions. Shell casting is particularly suitable for the production of parts made of aluminum, brass, and steel alloys, due to its ability to achieve high quality and tight tolerances. This process offers higher repeatability than other methods, making it ideal for mass production. It is also advantageous for the speed of production and the reliability of the components, which are strong and durable for thermohydraulic applications.
BAR SUPPLY
For thermo-hydraulics, TECNOFOR selects metal bars directly from suppliers, choosing materials that guarantee precision and durability, ideal for the production of fittings, taps and other critical components. This approach optimizes machinability and reduces costs, offering reliable and high-performance products. Direct management also allows you to quickly adapt to customer needs, while maintaining high quality standards. The consequent mechanical processing phase takes place on TRANSFER and CNC machines if subsequent to stamping, on a lathe if the bar is used directly as supplied
Hot forging is a process used in the thermo-hydraulic sector for the production of metal components, such as valves, fittings and manifolds, which require high strength and durability. In this method, the metal is heated to high temperatures until it becomes plastic, after which it is shaped into a mold by applying pressure. Hot forging results in parts with a homogeneous internal structure and superior mechanical properties, which are particularly useful in applications that require resistance to pressure and corrosion. This process is ideal for metals such as steel and aluminum, and offers advantages in terms of solidity and uniformity of the material, making it suitable for high-volume production and for components that require high mechanical strength.
TRANSFORMATION PROCESSES
Transformation of raw material and production of the casting
Thanks to the interdisciplinary expertise of our Group, we design custom tools both for the construction of our products and for the development of machinery and equipment used to manufacture them. In particular, we specialize in the creation of molds and hydraulic clamping equipment for CNC machines, transfer machines, and lathes. In addition to the main techniques for producing castings through high-pressure die casting, sand casting, gravity casting, and low-pressure casting, we also utilize advanced processes such as investment casting, lost-wax casting, and sintering, ensuring optimal solutions for every production need.
INGOT SUPPLY
In the thermo-hydraulic sector, TECNOFOR directly deals with the procurement of metal ingots to ensure the production of components such as valves, fittings and manifolds. This management ensures high-quality, corrosion-resistant alloys suitable for the most demanding environments. Direct purchasing eliminates intermediate steps, improving process efficiency and offering greater production flexibility, also to respond to customized market demands. Subsequent mechanical processing takes place on TRANSFER and CNC machines
1 High Pressure Die Casting
High pressure die casting is a technology used in the thermo-hydraulic sector to produce high-precision metal components, such as fittings, valves and taps. The process involves injecting molten metal (usually aluminum, brass, or zinc alloys) into a steel mold, under high pressure, to obtain parts with very precise dimensional tolerances and smooth surfaces. This is essential to ensure perfect fitting in hydraulic systems and resistance to pressure and corrosive agents. In the thermo-hydraulic sector, die-casting is ideal for the mass production of light but resistant parts, such as manifolds and valves, thanks to the possibility of reducing production costs and obtaining components with excellent finishes. Materials such as aluminum, brass, and zinc are chosen for their specific properties, such as corrosion resistance and durability. The ability to produce parts with complex shapes directly in the casting reduces the need for additional machining, improving process efficiency and business competitiveness.
2 Low Pressure Casting
Low-pressure casting is a process used in the plumbing industry to produce high-quality metal components, such as valves, fittings, and manifolds. In this process, molten metal is injected at low pressure, ensuring uniform mold filling and reducing defects such as air gaps or inclusions. Materials such as aluminum, brass, and zinc alloys are chosen for their corrosion resistance and durability. This method offers greater dimensional accuracy and good material uniformity, making it ideal for high-reliability, tight-tolerance parts needed for hydraulic and thermohydraulic systems.
3 Sand Casting
Sand casting is a process used in the thermo-hydraulic sector to produce metal components such as valves, fittings and manifolds, in particular for small and medium-sized productions. In this method, a model made of easily machined material (usually wax or metal) is covered with sand bonded with a binder, creating a negative mold. The molten metal is then poured into the mold, and once solidified, the piece is extracted. Sand casting is particularly suitable for the production of complex components with irregular shapes. While the process may result in a less smooth surface finish than other methods, it is beneficial because of its flexibility, the ability to produce parts of different sizes, and the ability to use alloys such as aluminum and brass.
4 Shell Casting
Shell casting is a process used in the thermo-hydraulic industry to produce high-precision metal components, such as valves, fittings, and manifolds. In this method, molten metal is injected into a permanent steel mold, known as a shell, which results in parts with smooth surfaces and very precise dimensions. Shell casting is particularly suitable for the production of parts made of aluminum, brass, and steel alloys, due to its ability to achieve high quality and tight tolerances. This process offers higher repeatability than other methods, making it ideal for mass production. It is also advantageous for the speed of production and the reliability of the components, which are strong and durable for thermohydraulic applications.
BAR SUPPLY
For thermo-hydraulics, TECNOFOR selects metal bars directly from suppliers, choosing materials that guarantee precision and durability, ideal for the production of fittings, taps and other critical components. This approach optimizes machinability and reduces costs, offering reliable and high-performance products. Direct management also allows you to quickly adapt to customer needs, while maintaining high quality standards. The consequent mechanical processing phase takes place on TRANSFER and CNC machines if subsequent to stamping, on a lathe if the bar is used directly as supplied
1 Hot Forging
Hot forging is a process used in the thermo-hydraulic sector for the production of metal components, such as valves, fittings and manifolds, which require high strength and durability. In this method, the metal is heated to high temperatures until it becomes plastic, after which it is shaped into a mold by applying pressure. Hot forging results in parts with a homogeneous internal structure and superior mechanical properties, which are particularly useful in applications that require resistance to pressure and corrosion. This process is ideal for metals such as steel and aluminum, and offers advantages in terms of solidity and uniformity of the material, making it suitable for high-volume production and for components that require high mechanical strength.
Certifications and documents
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
IATF 16949
IQNetCode of ethics
Quality and environment policy
Certifications and documents
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
IATF 16949
Code of ethics
Quality and environment policy
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