Operational · Turkey & United States

Where Design
Meets the
Machine

Forgefront Engineering bridges the gap between structural intelligence and rigorous mechanical production. Hybrid manufacturing at aerospace-grade tolerances — from Istanbul to the global stage.

Primary Process
L-PBF + 5-Axis
Tolerance Class
±0.005 mm
Print Fleet
30+ Machines
Quality Standard
CMM / AS9100
Key Materials
Inconel · Ti6Al4V
L-PBF Laser Powder Bed Fusion 5-Axis Simultaneous CAM Inconel 718 Grade 5 Titanium Ti6Al4V Topology Optimization CMM Inspection DfAM Design for Additive A-Class Surface Finishing Thermal Stabilization AS9100 Compliance L-PBF Laser Powder Bed Fusion 5-Axis Simultaneous CAM Inconel 718 Grade 5 Titanium Ti6Al4V Topology Optimization CMM Inspection DfAM Design for Additive A-Class Surface Finishing Thermal Stabilization AS9100 Compliance
30+
Industrial 3D Print Machines
±5µm
CMM Measurement Accuracy
5-Ax
Simultaneous Machining
2
Operational Continents
The Forgefront Approach

From Istanbul.
To the World.

We are not a job shop. We are an engineering partner — capable of taking a concept from topology-optimized digital geometry through additive generation, thermal processing, and precision subtractive finishing, all under one coordinated operational loop.

"The frontier of Turkish engineering is not defined by geography — it is defined by the ambition of its architects."

Hybrid Manufacturing
Additive generation married to subtractive precision — the best of both worlds in a single workflow.
Design Intelligence
DfAM, DfM, and AI-assisted generative design to engineer reality-ready geometry from the first draft.
Enterprise Grade
White-glove project management from concept risk assessment to full factory loop automation.
Global Operations
Production infrastructure in Turkey with strategic operations extending into the United States market.
Design Consultancy

The
Intelligence
Layer

Transitioning from "just a drawing" to geometry that is engineered for reality. We assess every design for manufacturability, assembly efficiency, and structural optimality before a single gram of material is committed to production.

01 / DfAM
Design for
Additive Manufacturing
We don't re-use subtractive geometries in additive processes. Our DfAM methodology starts from zero — leveraging topology optimization to redistribute material only where structural loads demand it. The result: parts that weigh less, perform more, and cannot be made any other way.
Topology Optimization Weight Reduction Lattice Structures Support Strategy
02 / DfM + DfA
Manufacturing &
Assembly Engineering
High-yield, low-waste production begins at the drawing board. Our DfM/DfA reviews audit tolerancing strategy, fixturing complexity, and sub-assembly sequence — eliminating downstream cost and schedule risk before the first tool path is generated.
Tolerance Analysis Fixturing Design Assembly Sequence Yield Optimization
03 / AI Design
AI-Assisted
Generative Design
Agentic AI systems evolve part geometries across hundreds of structural configurations to surface maximum strength-to-weight ratios — constrained by real-world manufacturing parameters. We validate every generated candidate against physical producibility criteria before handoff.
Generative AI FEA Validation Strength / Weight Multi-objective Optimization
Technical Capability Matrix

What We Deliver

Topology Optimization
97%
5-Axis CAM Programming
95%
DfM Analysis
92%
FEA Structural Simulation
88%
AI Generative Design
85%
CMM GD&T Inspection
98%

Ready to re-engineer your geometry?

Hybrid Manufacturing

The
Masterclass

Specialized CNC machining for additive manufactured metal parts. Combining L-PBF geometric freedom with 5-axis subtractive precision — achieving what neither process can accomplish alone.

01
Phase I — Generation
L-PBF
Additive Build

Complex three-dimensional geometries are realized in high-performance metal alloys via Laser Powder Bed Fusion. Layer resolutions from 20–60µm allow internal channel networks, organic structural members, and lattice-infilled sections that are impossible in subtractive-only manufacturing. Each build is parameterized for post-process requirements — datum surfaces, critical interfaces, and thread bosses are left with deliberate stock allowance for precision machining.

Inconel 718 Ti6Al4V Grade 5 316L Stainless 20–60µm Layer Res. Laser Powder Bed Fusion Internal Channels
02
Phase II — Stabilization
Thermal
Stabilization

All additive-built components carry significant residual stress from the rapid thermal cycling inherent to the L-PBF process. Before any precision machining begins, parts undergo controlled stress-relief heat treatment in atmosphere-controlled furnaces. Material-specific thermal profiles ensure microstructural integrity — for Inconel, full solution annealing and aging cycles are applied to restore the alloy to its peak mechanical properties.

Stress Relief Solution Anneal Aging Cycle Atmosphere Controlled Microstructure Verified HIP Available
03
Phase III — Precision
5-Axis Subtractive
Machining

High-speed 5-axis simultaneous machining removes the precision-critical stock left on mating surfaces, bore diameters, thread forms, and sealing interfaces. Our CAM programming accounts for the anisotropic material properties introduced by additive builds — toolpath strategies are adapted for elevated hardness zones and optimal chip load management in superalloy materials. Fixturing is engineered from the DfAM stage, ensuring zero datum shift between setups.

5-Axis Simultaneous ±0.005mm Tolerance Mill-Turn Superalloy Tooling Anisotropy-Aware CAM Zero Datum Shift
04
Phase IV — Validation
Metrological
Validation

Every completed component is measured against its nominal CAD model using a Coordinate Measuring Machine to micron-level accuracy. Full GD&T callouts are verified — true position, cylindricity, flatness, and profile — with results archived in part-specific inspection reports. Dimensional data feeds back into process optimization, continuously tightening the loop between production and design intent.

CMM Inspection ±5µm Accuracy Full GD&T Inspection Reports CAD Comparison Process Feedback Loop
Service Center — Machine Park

The
Infrastructure

Scale, precision, and surface excellence under one roof. Our machine park is configured for the full production lifecycle — from first article to volume delivery.

CNC
CNC Machining Wing
Precision
Subtractive
Our CNC wing is configured for the full range of precision subtractive work — from aluminum structural brackets to Inconel turbine components. 3-axis, 5-axis simultaneous, and Mill-Turn centres operate in a temperature-controlled environment to maintain dimensional stability across production runs.
Axes 3-Axis · 5-Axis Simultaneous · Mill-Turn
Materials Aluminum · Steel · Inconel · Titanium · Copper · Stainless Steel
Tolerance ±0.005 mm (critical interfaces)
Surface Finish Ra 0.4 µm achievable
AM
Additive Manufacturing
30+
Machine
Fleet
A scalable fleet of industrial-grade additive machines for rapid volume ramp, polymer prototyping, and metal component generation.
Metal AM L-PBF — Inconel, Ti, SS
Polymer FDM · SLA · SLS · MJF
Volume Scalable — 30+ simultaneous builds
A+
Surface Excellence
A-Class
Finishing
Automotive and aerospace-grade surface treatment. Our finishing department delivers show-quality exterior surfaces and specification-compliant functional coatings.
Grade A-Class Automotive
Processes Paint · Anodize · Electropolish
Sectors Automotive · Aerospace · Defense
1:1
Large Format
1:1 Scale
Model Making
Full-scale prototype and concept model fabrication for automotive design studios and industrial product development. From clay replacement to final review models.
Scale 1:1 Full Automotive Scale
Application Automotive · Industrial Design
Finish Design Review Ready
CMM
Quality Assurance
Coordinate Measuring
Machine Control
Quality assurance is not a final step — it is woven into every stage of the production process. Our CMM department operates climate-controlled measurement facilities with UKAS-traceable calibration. First Article Inspection, in-process gauging, and final dimensional reports are standard deliverables on every production order.
Accuracy ±0.005 mm / ±5 µm
Standards ISO 10360 · GD&T ASME Y14.5
Reporting FAI · In-process · Final Dimensional
Calibration Traceable · Temperature Controlled

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Idea to Factory

Enterprise
Consulting

A premium, white-glove consultancy for organizations seeking to de-risk new product introductions, orchestrate supply chains, and establish automated production loops at industrial scale.

The Core Proposition

From Concept
to Production Loop

Our enterprise consulting tier is designed for clients who are not buying parts — they are building a capability. We embed alongside your engineering leadership to assess technical risk, architect the supply chain, and deliver a live factory loop that runs with minimal human intervention. This is the operational evolution of precision manufacturing — not outsourcing, but partnership.

NPI De-risking Supply Chain Architecture Factory Loop Automation Technical Due Diligence Defence Sector Aerospace OEM
Engagement Phases
01
Technical Discovery
Deep-dive assessment of your existing design data, manufacturing baseline, and supply chain map. We identify risk nodes, qualification gaps, and process inefficiencies before a single commitment is made.
02
Architecture Design
We design the end-to-end production architecture — material sourcing, process sequencing, quality gates, and supplier qualification frameworks. Every decision is traceable to a cost or schedule objective.
03
Pilot Production
Controlled first-article builds under our direct supervision. Process parameters are locked, inspection records established, and every non-conformance is documented and root-caused before volume transition.
04
Factory Loop
The live production loop: automated scheduling, in-process quality monitoring, and supply chain visibility — handed to your operations team with full documentation, training, and ongoing support agreements.
Risk Register Comprehensive technical and schedule risk map for every phase of NPI. map for every phase of NPI.
Process FMEA Failure mode and effects analysis across the production workflow. across the production workflow.
Supplier Matrix Qualified and ranked supply chain with backup sourcing strategy. with backup sourcing strategy.
Quality Control Plan Inspection frequency, acceptance criteria, and traceability framework., and traceability framework.
Automation Roadmap Phased plan for reducing manual intervention in the production loop. in the production loop.
First Article Package Full FAI documentation to aerospace industry standards. industry standards.
Initiate Engagement

Begin the Conversation

Enterprise consulting engagements begin with a confidential technical briefing. Reach out with your project scope — NDA available on request.

contact@forgefrontengineering.com

Leadership

The Architect
at the Helm

H. Gökhan Akerdem — Founder & CEO, Forgefront Engineering
H. Gökhan Akerdem
Founder & CEO, Forgefront Engineering

Connect Directly

For enterprise, partnership, or
technical inquiry

contact@forgefrontengineering.com

Origin

An architect by training and an industrialist by practice. Hasan Gökhan Akerdem began with a rigorous foundation in spatial reasoning, structural logic, and the language of form — principles that now underpin every engineering decision at Forgefront.

The Pivot

From structural aesthetics, the path led directly into rigorous mechanical engineering. The transition was not a departure — it was an amplification. The same disciplines that govern how a building stands govern how a machined component fails: load paths, material honesty, and dimensional hierarchy.

Forgefront

As Founder and CEO, Hasan established Forgefront Engineering to bridge a gap that few in Turkish manufacturing were positioned to address: the integration of high-end design intelligence with production-grade manufacturing capability. Forgefront is not a vendor — it is an engineering partner, built to compete at the global aerospace, defense, and industrial level.

Global Reach

With deep expertise in 5-axis machining and hybrid manufacturing, Hasan leads operations from Turkey while extending the frontier of Turkish engineering to the global stage — including strategic operations in the United States, positioning Forgefront as a transatlantic precision manufacturing partner.

Core Discipline
Architectural Engineering
Primary Capability
5-Axis Hybrid Manufacturing
Strategic Focus
Aerospace & Defense
Operations
Turkey · United States
Manufacturing Method
L-PBF + 5-Axis CNC
Design Intelligence
DfAM · AI Generative