Upsetter

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-006382",
  "term": "Upsetter",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A specialized forging machine designed to perform upsetting operations on metal bars or rods. It uses a die to grip the workpiece while a ram applies axial compression, causing the material to expand in diameter. Upsetters are commonly employed in the production of fasteners, automotive components, and other parts requiring enlarged sections.",
  "subject": "Metalworking",
  "references": [
    "Upset forging (The Open University)"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Stauchmaschine",
    "es": "máquina de recalcar",
    "fr": "machine à refouler"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/upsetter/"
}