The book contains basic information on the technology of forging manufacturing free forging by hand, under hammers and presses, the work of the main and auxiliary equipment of forging and press shops, shows the ways of mechanization of labor-intensive work. The book contains brief information about the source materials; examples of selection and calculation of blanks for forging, assignment of assumptions and tolerances for forgings; safety regulations . In the 2nd edition, the information on the technology has been expanded, the illustrative material has been somewhat updated, the new system of planning and economic incentives has been highlighted . The book is intended as a textbook for vocational schools and can be used to train workers in the workplace.