The foundry and forging industry is characterized by continuous development, driven by technological advancements and market globalization. This growth is accelerated by the rapid increase in large-scale presses (Mega/Giga). To thrive in this dynamic environment, OEMs and suppliers need precise and comprehensive data to support strategic planning and decision-making. The ALUMAG® GLOBAL FOUNDRY FORGING DATABASE [FDB] provides exactly this – and much more.
Established in 2014, the FDB has become a unique and indispensable resource, offering deep insights into the global landscape of aluminum and magnesium foundries. With its expansion to include iron and forged products, as well as tool and mold making, the database has grown to become the most comprehensive of its kind. Currently, over 1,500 companies worldwide are listed in the database, which is continuously updated and expanded.
What does the ALUMAG® FDB offer?
- Market Intelligence: A comprehensive database with more than 250,000 filterable data fields, summaries by company groups, and graphical representations and visualizations.
- Detailed Company Profiles: Complete addresses, contact information, and specific data on products and production capacities, casting processes, and, in the case of die casting, the clamping forces per press.
- Industry Overview: Insights into foundries and forges, including Mega-, Giga-, and Hyper-Castings, as well as installed presses and in-house processes before and after casting.
- Targeted Search: Ideal for identifying M&A targets, new market opportunities, and potential customers or suppliers.
- Industry-Specific Application: Whether in the automotive industry, aerospace, energy, general mechanical engineering, or other industrial sectors, the FDB provides relevant data tailored to the needs of these industries.
- Automotive-Specific Application: Classification of components supplied by the foundry/forge, such as ICE, BEV, chassis & suspension, steering, interior, and BiW.
Who benefits from the ALUMAG® FDB?
- Companies: The database assists companies in:
- Expanding their business relationships through proactive and selective new customer acquisition or project/process partnerships.
- Optimizing their supply chains by expanding their globally qualified supplier base.
- Conducting needs analysis, benchmarking, and competitive sparring.
- Investors: Provides valuable insights for market analysis, risk assessment, and identifying investment opportunities.
An M&A module has been created, field-tested, embedded in the FDB, and is also available as an option.
