Optimization of production through cold extrusion technology to improve product quality

The article focuses on optimizing production processes through the implementation of cold extrusion technology, which enables cost reduction, productivity improvement, and product quality enhancement. The study compares the economic advantages of cold extrusion with traditional metal processing methods. Using the example of nut production at a machine-building enterprise, the article examines the transition from lathe machining to cold extrusion, highlighting significant cost reductions and increased product competitiveness. The relevance of the research is driven by contemporary industrial challenges. The study demonstrates that cold extrusion, as an alternative to traditional metal processing methods, substantially reduces material costs, improves the manufacturing properties of products, and decreases energy consumption. The growing popularity of this technology is attributed to rising energy and raw material prices, as well as the need to enhance product competitiveness in global markets. An analysis of scientific research and publications on cold extrusion reveals that, despite its numerous advantages, several unresolved issues require further investigation. In particular, the adaptation of cold extrusion technology to the needs of domestic industries remains a significant challenge. At present, there is a lack of applied studies exploring the impact of this method on the production of nuts and similar components. The aim of the article is to provide a comprehensive assessment of cold extrusion technology in terms of its economic feasibility, technical efficiency, and potential to reduce production costs. The evaluation was conducted by comparing the costs of traditional metal processing methods, such as lathe machining, with those of cold extrusion. The results of the study indicate that cold extrusion technology is economically viable and technically effective for enterprises specializing in the manufacture of metal products, such as nuts and other similar components. This technology contributes to reduced material and energy costs, minimizes labor-intensive operations, and ensures improved quality of the final products.