Advanced Forging & Manufacturing
for Turbine Blades
Thousands of turbines equipped worldwide. Over 60 years of excellence in manufacturing forged and machined turbine blades for the energy generation sector.
Our Company
Founded in 1963, C Blade Forging & Manufacturing is a world-class leader in the production of forged and machined blades for steam and gas turbines.
A Legacy of Excellence
With over 60 years of specialized experience, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner for major Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) in the energy generation sector. Our dedication to continuous improvement ensures we meet the increasing demands of modern turbine engineering.
Century-old metallurgical excellence
Since its foundation in 1963, C Blade has continuously evolved from a traditional forging company into a fully integrated manufacturer of high-performance turbine airfoils. Through ongoing investments in technology, process optimization, and industrial capabilities, we have built a strong and reliable platform to support demanding OEM programs worldwide.
Located in Maniago, Italy—at the foothills of the Friulian Dolomites and renowned for its centuries-old metallurgical tradition—our facility operates within a historic center of excellence in blade and cutting tool manufacturing dating back to the 15th century. Today, it encompasses the entire production vertical: from raw material processing and heavy forging to highly complex 5-axis CNC machining, non-destructive testing, and final quality certification.
C Blade operates as part of the WeBlade Group. Supported by a long-term investment strategy, the Group is focused on strengthening its role as a strategic partner in turbine blade manufacturing, ensuring continuity, scalability and innovation in an increasingly demanding energy landscape.
“Our mission is to support the global energy market with highly reliable turbine airfoils, combining deep metallurgical expertise with advanced manufacturing technologies. We are committed to ensuring product integrity, consistent quality, and secure, timely delivery, building long-term partnerships based on performance and trust.”
A Legacy of Excellence
With over 60 years of specialized experience, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner for major Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) in the energy generation sector. Our dedication to continuous improvement ensures we meet the increasing demands of modern turbine engineering.
Century-old metallurgical excellence
Since its foundation in 1963, C Blade has continuously evolved from a traditional forging company into a fully integrated manufacturer of high-performance turbine airfoils. Through ongoing investments in technology, process optimization, and industrial capabilities, we have built a strong and reliable platform to support demanding OEM programs worldwide.
Located in Maniago, Italy—at the foothills of the Friulian Dolomites and renowned for its centuries-old metallurgical tradition—our facility operates within a historic center of excellence in blade and cutting tool manufacturing dating back to the 15th century. Today, it encompasses the entire production vertical: from raw material processing and heavy forging to highly complex 5-axis CNC machining, non-destructive testing, and final quality certification.
C Blade operates as part of the WeBlade Group. Supported by a long-term investment strategy, the Group is focused on strengthening its role as a strategic partner in turbine blade manufacturing, ensuring continuity, scalability and innovation in an increasingly demanding energy landscape.
“Our mission is to support the global energy market with highly reliable turbine airfoils, combining deep metallurgical expertise with advanced manufacturing technologies. We are committed to ensuring product integrity, consistent quality, and secure, timely delivery, building long-term partnerships based on performance and trust.”
Turbine Blade
Applications & Solutions
High-performance turbine airfoils for power generation, supporting OEMs and service providers across the full lifecycle.
Steam Turbine Blades
We manufacture a comprehensive range of forged and fully machined steam turbine blades, from high-pressure to low-pressure stages, with a strong specialization in large low-pressure blades up to 1.800 mm in length (also known as LSBs, last-stage blades). Produced through advanced forging and precision CNC machining processes, and supported by expertise in stainless steels and titanium alloys, our airfoils ensure structural integrity, reliability and long-term performance under demanding operating conditions.
Steam Turbine Blades / Vanes — Manufacturing Limits *
* Indicative values, stainless steel
Gas Turbine Compressor Blades
We manufacture high-quality compressor blades and vanes for gas turbines, with a strong focus on the front stages, characterized by larger airfoils and more demanding geometries. Our integrated manufacturing platform ensures accurate aerodynamic profiles, process consistency and reliable supply, meeting the stringent performance and operational requirements of modern gas turbines.
Gas Turbine Blades / Vanes — Manufacturing Limits *
* Indicative values, stainless steel
Serial Production & OEM Programs
We support OEMs with stable, long-term production programs, delivering forged and fully machined turbine blades through a secure and resilient supply chain. Our integrated capabilities ensure reliable sourcing, controlled manufacturing processes and consistent quality across high-volume production, minimizing risk and supporting efficiency, continuity and lifecycle performance.
OEM Programs — Operational Pillars
Early supplier involvement and manufacturing-driven engineering support
Reliable serial manufacturing programs throughout the turbine lifecycle
European production platform ensuring continuity and sourcing resilience
Aftermarket & Turbine Repair
We support the aftermarket with rapid-response manufacturing for turbine overhauls and repairs, ensuring full compliance with OEM and licensor specifications. Our flexible production platform enables competitive lead times, consistent quality and reliable execution during critical outages, minimizing downtime and operational risk across global fleets.
Aftermarket Service — Key Capabilities
Reliable blade supply for scheduled maintenance and overhaul programs
Production volumes and batch sizes tailored to fleet requirements
Manufacturing in accordance with OEM and licensor standards
Nuclear Power Plants
Nuclear power generation requires turbine components capable of delivering exceptional reliability, long service life and full traceability throughout the manufacturing process. Leveraging decades of experience in steam turbine blade production, advanced forging capabilities and expertise in stainless steel and titanium alloys, we support OEMs and service providers involved in both conventional nuclear plants and next-generation Small Modular Reactor (SMR) programs.
Nuclear Power Plants — Key Capabilities
Controlled processes, full material traceability and rigorous quality management systems.
Manufacturing of forged and fully machined low-pressure blades up to 1,800 mm length.
Supply solutions for new nuclear projects, plant upgrades and long-term fleet maintenance.
Combined Cycle Power Plants
Combined cycle power plants play a critical role in meeting the world's growing demand for reliable, flexible and efficient electricity generation. With integrated expertise in steam turbine blades, gas turbine compressor blades and serial OEM production, C Blade supports the supply chains of leading turbine manufacturers, helping deliver performance, availability and operational efficiency across modern combined cycle installations.
Combined Cycle Power Plants — Key Capabilities
Manufacturing of compressor blades and vanes for advanced gas turbine platforms.
Complete production of forged and machined steam turbine blades, including large low-pressure stages.
Reliable serial manufacturing and long-term supply agreements for global turbine OEMs.
Product Gallery
A selection of turbine blades showcasing our expertise in closed-die forging and precision machining.
Low-pressure RotorSteam Turbine Blade
Last-stage steam turbine rotor blade featuring a freestanding tip and fir-tree root.
Low-pressure RotorSteam Turbine Blade
Last-stage steam turbine rotor blade featuring an integral tip shroud with sealing fins and a fir-tree root.
Low-pressure RotorSteam Turbine Blade
Last-stage steam turbine rotor blade featuring a double snubber for welded assembly and fir-tree root.
Low-pressure RotorSteam Turbine Blade
Last-stage steam turbine rotor blade featuring a mid-span and tip for mechanical interlocking and fork root.
Low-pressure RotorSteam Turbine Blade
Steam turbine rotor blade featuring a double tenon for riveted shroud attachment.
Low-pressure RotorSteam Turbine Blade
Steam turbine rotor blade featuring a radial double T-root.
Low-pressure RotorSteam Turbine Blade
Steam turbine rotor blade featuring an inverted fir-tree root and tenon for riveted shroud attachment.
Low-pressure RotorSteam Turbine Blade
Steam turbine rotor blade featuring dual lacing-wire holes and fork root.
Low-pressure StatorSteam Turbine Vane
Steam turbine stator vane designed for direct welding into the turbine casing.
Rotor BladeCompressor Blade
Front-stage compressor rotor blade featuring 3D shaped airfoil and dovetail root.
Rotor BladesCompressor Blades
Compressor rotor blades featuring 3D shaped airfoils and dovetail roots.
Stator VanesCompressor Vanes
Compressor stator vanes featuring dovetail roots and hammerhead tips for ring assembly.
Inlet Guide VaneVariable Vanes
Compressor variable inlet guide vane (IGV) featuring end trunnions for actuation.
Hot forging process with high-energy hammers to achieve the desired shape and material fibers orientation.
Integrated Manufacturing
Capabilities
C Blade offers fully integrated manufacturing capabilities for turbine airfoils, covering the entire process from tooling engineering to finished blades. This approach ensures full process control, repeatability and consistent performance, meeting the most demanding OEM requirements in power generation.
Engineering
In-house engineering of dies and tooling for the entire manufacturing process, from forging to final machining, ensuring optimized manufacturability, process consistency and repeatability from the earliest stages.
Heavy Forging
High-energy drop forging hammers up to 50,000 kgm deliver superior metallurgical integrity and structural consistency, particularly for large and critical turbine blades and vanes.
Heat Treatment
Fully integrated heat treatment processes designed to achieve optimal mechanical properties, structural stability and long-term performance.
Metallurgical Testing
Comprehensive laboratory characterization including metallography, mechanical testing and fracture analysis to verify material integrity and compliance with stringent specifications.
CNC Milling
Advanced 5-axis machining solutions enabling tight tolerances and high accuracy on complex aerodynamic profiles.
Quality Control
CMM inspection and non-destructive testing (NDT) fully embedded within the production cycle, ensuring full compliance with OEM requirements and international standards.
Surface Treatments Network
A network of certified partners providing specialized surface treatments, including laser hardening, coatings and shot peening, enhancing wear resistance and fatigue performance.
“The full integration of these capabilities allows C Blade to operate as a single, reliable partner, minimizing supply chain risks, reducing lead times and ensuring consistent quality across complex production programs.”
High-Performance Materials
We forge and machine the most demanding alloys for energy generation.
Stainless Steels
X10 (1.4938), X20 (1.4021), X22 (1.4923), 17-4PH (1.4542), GTD450 (1.4594) etc.
Optimized for strength, corrosion resistance, and long-term structural integrity
Titanium Alloys
Ti6Al4V (Grade 5) etc.
High strength-to-weight ratio and excellent fatigue resistance
Nickel Superalloys
Nimonic® 80A (2.4952), Nimonic® 90 (2.4632) etc.
Designed for high-temperature performance and creep resistance
Special Grades upon request
Custom materials developed in close collaboration with OEM specifications
“All materials are sourced from qualified suppliers, primarily within Europe, ensuring quality consistency and supply reliability.”
Certified
Excellence
Our commitment to quality is validated by international standards. We maintain strict compliance to ensure absolute reliability in critical applications.
Sustainability
Sustainability is an integral part of C*Blade’s industrial strategy, guiding how we operate across our manufacturing processes and partnerships.
Environmental
We are committed to reducing our environmental impact through the increased use of renewable energy, carbon footprint monitoring, and the responsible management of resources. More than 46% of our electricity is sourced from renewable energy and 85% of waste is recycled. We continuously invest in process efficiency, waste reduction and environmental compliance, supporting a more sustainable manufacturing model for the energy generation sector.
Social
At the same time, we invest in people through continuous training, strong health and safety practices, long-term employment relationships, and equal opportunity initiatives that promote diversity, inclusion and gender equality throughout the organization. We are committed to ensuring fair recruitment, professional development, work-life balance and a respectful workplace free from discrimination and harassment, while maintaining an active role in our local community.
Governance
Our governance framework is based on transparency, accountability and ethical conduct. Supported by a structured Code of Ethics and robust control systems, we promote responsible decision-making, regulatory compliance and risk management across all business activities. We are committed to maintaining high standards of integrity, protecting stakeholder interests and ensuring sustainable business practices that support long-term growth, trust and operational excellence.
“Our ESG approach directly supports supply chain reliability, risk reduction, and long-term industrial partnerships.”
Knowledge Base
A comprehensive technical reference detailing power generation terminology, advanced materials, precision manufacturing processes, quality inspection protocols, lifecycle services, and the key stakeholders that shape the turbine industry ecosystem.
Frequently Asked Questions
Essential facts about C Blade's specialized power generation focus, manufacturing capabilities, products, and international supply partnership.
Have additional questions?
Our technical and commercial team is at your disposal for any inquiry or further information.
Latest News
IGI Private Equity acquires control of the WeBlade Group
IGI Private Equity acquired control of the WeBlade Group from Ethica, with co-investors and full management reinvestment ensuring continuity. The Group, formed by integrating DOM and C Blade, is one of the few globally to cover the entire turbine blade value chain from engineering to finishing. The strategy focuses on OEM partnerships, operational efficiency, and growth through capacity investments and targeted acquisitions, supporting sustainable power generation.
WeBlade Group will be present at MegaWatt Expo 2026
WeBlade Group will be present at MegaWatt Expo 2026 in Bergamo Exhibition Center on 18-19 November 2026, Booth 21. WeBlade Group is the new leading manufacturer of blades for the power generation market, formed from the merger between DOM S.r.l. and C-Blade S.p.A., two historic companies, leaders in the production of precision mechanical components.
C*Blade reinforces its role as a reliable European supply partner
C*Blade S.p.A. strengthens its position as a trusted European partner for turbine blade supply in a complex global environment. This is reflected in a solid growth trajectory, with revenues increasing by approximately 15% year-on-year and order intake consistently exceeding one year of production. Supported by its focused strategy on the energy sector and integrated manufacturing capabilities, the company ensures consistent quality, operational flexibility, and continuity of supply for critical turbine components worldwide.
C*Blade strengthens capacity for large low-pressure turbine blades
C*Blade S.p.A. announces the expansion of its industrial capacity to meet growing demand for large low-pressure applications. Through targeted investments in forging equipment upgrades, new CNC machining centers, advanced CMM systems, and enhanced production management tools, the company strengthens process control and industrial efficiency. These initiatives translate into improved lead times, consistent quality, and reliable supply for OEMs and service providers.
DOM S.r.l., a subsidiary of Ethica Global Investments, acquires the entire capital of C*Blade S.p.A.
Ethica Global Investments, an investment company promoted by Ethica Group, announces that its subsidiary DOM, active in the production of blades for gas and steam turbines, has completed the acquisition of the entire capital of C*Blade – one of the world's leading industrial companies active in the forging and mechanical processing of turbine blades – from the American holding company SIFCO Industries.
