Forta H-Series – Ultimate lightweight solutions with high strength austenitic materials

Since 2012 Outokumpu developed a new lightweight steel group, called Forta Hseries, to its large industrial series readiness. The chromium-manganese alloyed material group (MnCr steels) is characterized by its full austenitic microstructure in combination with a special hardening effect which enables ultra-high strength properties and enormous energy absorption during crash. The Forta H-series is applicable over the complete automotive process chain because of its good similar and dissimilar weldability, a high formability for complex forming parts and a good paintability as well as a good corrosion protection system. The new austenitic material group makes a big contribution for higher passenger safety in future lightweight vehicles like passenger cars, commercial, agricultural or railway vehicles. Concurrently the material fulfills the social expectations in point of CO₂ emission reduction and recyclability.