About Forge Fair 2025

Join ACE at North America’s Premier Forging Event
Forge Fair 2025 brings together the brightest minds in the forging industry to explore cutting-edge innovations and network with industry leaders.

Why Attend?

  • Get an exclusive look at ACE’s latest forging technology
  • Learn from industry experts during two must-see presentations
  • Discover new solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce costs

Booth #309 – Meet Our Team & See Innovation in Action

ACE’s Exclusive Presentations at Forge Fair

Presentation 1: Forging Equipment – Rebuild, Repair, and Spare Parts Services

Rebuilding & Repairing Your Equipment for Maximum Longevity

  • Extend the life of your forging equipment with rebuild, repair, and remanufacturing services
  • Maintenance & service agreements to keep your operations running smoothly
  • Stocking agreements to eliminate long lead times and prevent costly production delays

Who Should Attend?

  • Forging professionals in impression die, open die, and cold forging industries
  • Plant managers and maintenance teams looking to improve equipment efficiency and reliability

Presentation Time:

  • 3:30 PM Wednesday – OEM Rebuilds
    • Presented by Justin Wildfire and Jared Green

Speakers:

  • Justin Wildfire, Product & Parts Sales/Rebuild Manager (19+ years experience)
  • Jared Green, Application Engineer (13+ years experience)

Justin Wildfire Jared Green

Learn more about ACE’s Rebuilds and Repairs

Presentation 2: New USA-Made Hydraulic Hammers & Conversion Options

Next-Gen Hydraulic Hammers – Designed for Efficiency & Automation

  • Lower maintenance costs & energy savings with modern hydraulic technology
  • Convert your existing hammer (Board Drop or Air-Operated) to a more efficient hydraulic system
  • State-of-the-art controls for increased forging precision and consistency

Who Should Attend?

  • Engineers and forging specialists looking to modernize hammer operations
  • Companies seeking cost savings and automation improvements

Presentation Time:

  • 2:10 PM Wednesday – Hydraulic Head
    • Presented by Jacob Bonk, Dave Exler, and Jeff Bolton

Speakers:

  • David Exler, Mechanical Engineer Section Leader (11+ years experience)
  • Jacob Bonk, Hydraulic Engineer Section Leader (7+ years experience)

David Exler Headshot  Jacob Bonk Headshot

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