Blog July 2021

Our Collected Thoughts

What’s new at LeClaire Manufacturing? What’s happening in the aluminum casting industry, and what does it mean for your business? Read our blog posts to find out!


July 26, 2021

Aluminum is an excellent choice for machining because it is easy to shape. It’s a better choice for many projects because it is more machinable than other metals like steel. Because aluminum is readily available, and easy on equipment as well as cost-effective manufacturers choose aluminum for machining projects. But how do you know what aluminum alloy is the one for your specific project or application?

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July 22, 2021

Manufacturing companies have been in the midst of a significant shift for the past few years. Because digitization and internet technology continues to evolve, the way we produce products these days has transitioned into what we are now calling the fourth (industrial) revolution.  More specifically, 5G technology will forever change the productivity, efficiency, and timeliness of the manufacturing business.

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