High-Speed Precision Cold Forming
Cold Heading Services
Fedele Autocore specializes in cold heading services, also known as cold forming or cold forging, transforming wire and rod stock into complex fasteners and components at room temperature through high-speed automated processes. Our advanced cold heading facility combines multi-station progressive tooling with precision quality control to deliver millions of fasteners annually with exceptional consistency, strength, and cost-effectiveness.
With state-of-the-art multi-station cold headers ranging from 3-station to 7-station configurations and wire diameters from 2mm to 25mm, we manufacture everything from miniature precision fasteners to heavy-duty bolts and specialty cold-formed components. Our capabilities include single-blow heading, progressive multi-blow operations, thread rolling, trimming, and pointing—all performed in continuous automated sequences at speeds exceeding 300 pieces per minute.
From automotive fasteners and electronics hardware to construction bolts and aerospace-grade precision components, we serve manufacturers across 21 countries, delivering cold headed parts with superior mechanical properties, zero material waste, and exceptional dimensional accuracy that traditional machining cannot match.
Key Advantages & Benefits
Cold heading delivers unmatched speed, strength, and material efficiency.
Ultra-High Speed
Automated multi-station headers produce 200-400 parts per minute with consistent quality, dramatically reducing production time and labor costs.
Superior Strength
Cold working hardens material through grain flow and work hardening, creating fasteners 30-40% stronger than machined equivalents.
Zero Material Waste
Metal displacement instead of cutting means 100% material utilization, eliminating scrap and significantly reducing material costs.
Exceptional Repeatability
Precision tooling and automated processes ensure every part matches specifications with minimal variation, perfect for high-volume production.
Lower Per-Piece Cost
High-speed production, zero waste, and minimal secondary operations make cold heading the most economical choice for fastener manufacturing.
Excellent Surface Finish
Smooth, burnished surfaces straight from the header reduce or eliminate secondary finishing operations for many applications.
Types of Cold Forming Processes
Comprehensive cold heading capabilities for diverse component requirements.
Single-Blow Heading
Simple head formation in one impact stroke, ideal for basic headed fasteners and pins.
- Round head fasteners
- Flat head screws
- Basic bolts & pins
- Maximum production speed
Multi-Blow Progressive
Complex shapes formed through sequential station operations, creating intricate geometries impossible with single-blow.
- Hex head bolts
- Socket head screws
- Shoulder fasteners
- Complex profiles
Upset Heading
Compress wire length to increase diameter, creating heads larger than the wire diameter without reducing shaft size.
- Large head-to-shank ratios
- Carriage bolts
- Rivet blanks
- Upset forgings
Forward Extrusion
Metal flows forward through die openings, creating reduced diameter sections, points, and shanks smaller than original wire.
- Pointed fasteners
- Reduced shank bolts
- Thread-forming screws
- Stepped diameters
Backward Extrusion
Metal flows backward around punch, creating hollow or recessed features like socket drives and internal cavities.
- Socket head screws
- Hollow fasteners
- Internal hex drives
- Recessed heads
Integrated Thread Rolling
Threads formed by cold working in the final station, creating stronger threads with superior fatigue resistance.
- Machine screws
- Threaded fasteners
- Self-tapping screws
- Rolled thread strength
Cold Heading Manufacturing Process
Automated high-speed production with precision quality control.
Wire Preparation
Clean, straighten, and lubricate wire stock. Quality check for material properties and diameter consistency
Cut-Off & Transfer
Precision cut wire to exact length. Transfer to first forming station maintaining tight tolerances
Progressive Heading
Sequential forming through multiple stations. Each blow shapes metal closer to final geometry
Finishing & Inspection
Thread rolling, trimming, heat treatment, plating. Automated inspection verifies dimensions and quality
Advanced Cold Heading Capabilities
State-of-the-art equipment and experienced toolmakers.
Materials for Cold Heading
Extensive range of cold formable materials.
Low Carbon Steel
1008, 1010, 1018 - Excellent formability for general fasteners
Medium Carbon Steel
1035, 1045 - Higher strength applications
Alloy Steel
8620, 10B21 - Enhanced strength & heat treatability
Stainless Steel
304, 316, 410 - Corrosion resistant fasteners
Aluminum Alloys
5052, 6061 - Lightweight applications
Brass & Copper
Free-cutting brass, copper alloys - Electrical & decorative
Industries & Products
High-volume cold headed components for diverse applications.
Automotive Assembly
- Engine & transmission bolts
- Chassis fasteners
- Brake system screws
- Interior trim fasteners
- Wheel studs & lug nuts
Electronics & IT
- Precision miniature screws
- Equipment rack hardware
- PCB standoffs & spacers
- Computer case fasteners
- Cable management hardware
Construction
- Structural bolts
- Concrete anchors
- Framing fasteners
- Heavy-duty hex bolts
- Weatherproof hardware
Appliances
- Assembly screws
- Mounting brackets hardware
- Control panel fasteners
- Door hinge screws
- Internal component hardware
Industrial Equipment
- Machine assembly bolts
- Equipment mounting hardware
- High-strength fasteners
- Vibration-resistant bolts
- Custom assembly hardware
Aerospace
- Aircraft fasteners
- Precision screws
- High-strength bolts
- Interior hardware
- Critical assembly fasteners
Cold Heading Specifications
Industry-leading capabilities for high-volume cold heading.
Wire Diameter
2mm to 25mm
Wide range capability
Part Length
5mm to 300mm
Short to long components
Production Speed
200-400 pieces/minute
High-volume capacity
Production Volume
10,000 to 10,000,000+
Unlimited scalability
Comprehensive Quality Control
Rigorous inspection ensuring every cold headed part meets specifications.
Trusted Partner Across Sectors
Delivering high-volume cold headed components worldwide.
Automotive
Electronics
Construction
Appliances
Industrial
Aerospace
Hand Tools
Hardware
Cold Heading FAQs
Answers to common questions about tolerances, materials, order quantities, and quality assurance.
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