Preparing Steel for Manufacturing Pliers

The video tutorial discusses the essential role of tools in enhancing human capabilities across various types of work. It highlights the production process at the Utica Drop Forge and Tool Corporation in Utica, NY, where carbon vanadium steel bars are heated to 2300 degrees Fahrenheit and shaped using a drop forge hammer. This process exemplifies the transformation of raw materials into useful tools, showcasing the integration of technology and craftsmanship.

At what temperature are the round bars of steel heated before forging?

Explain the role of the drop forge hammer in the forging process.