Swaging (pronunciation note below) is a metal-forming technique in which the dimensions of an item are altered using a die or dies, into which the item is forced. Swaging is a forging process, usually performed cold, however it can be done hot. The term swage can apply to the process of swaging (verb to swage), a die or tool used for swaging (noun swage). Swaging as a manufacturing process As a general manufacturing process swaging may be broken up into two categories. The first category of swag… (More on Swage)