Permanent Mold Casting

November 16, 2021

Manufacturing industries utilize aluminum casting for a variety of reasons. Casting is a relatively simple and cost-effective way of forming a wide array of products. Furthermore, aluminum can be shaped and maneuvered into a variety of products and shapes which is why industries, such as the automobile industry, use this specific metal for much of its production design.  In fact, the automobile industry uses cast aluminum for over 50% of its products.  Because automobiles are made with intricate engine components, casting is a necessary element to ensure full optimization. However, there are various industries that use aluminum casting because of its versatility and long-lasting elements. 

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October 11, 2021

Metal mold casting has been around for a long time. Metal casting is arguably one of the earliest industrial processes in history.  Throughout previous decades, this form of casting has been utilized to make tools, weapons, sculptures, transportation, and various other objects.

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April 6, 2021

If you have a large project that you are planning for, sand casting is likely your project's consideration. But should you be considering permanent mold casting instead? Sand casting is an excellent option but can have a higher cost per item cast and a lower production rate. Our foundry focuses on quality regardless of the option you choose. With this in mind, we will review the pros of each option. By reviewing permanent mold casting vs. sand casting you can make an informed decision for your project.

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February 16, 2021

Since the dog days of the early 1900's, when Henry Ford was ram-rodding the idea of an "assembly line", while his customers were asking him for "faster horses", OEM's (Original equipment manufacturers) have sought out Machine Shops as their primary source for castings.  It made sense, the machine shop was the last stop in the line, so from a material flow standpoint, the OEM buys from the machine shop, and the machine shop sources the castings to a foundry.  

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January 23, 2019

Permanent mold casting refers to the fact that the same mold is used for each casting cycle, rather than being broken away after each use as with sand casting. Although the mold is not truly “permanent” — as with any process and tooling, it will degrade over time and eventually need to be refurbished or replaced — the name applies to the continually used nature of the mold.

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September 21, 2018

Choosing the right casting process involves considering what the design needs and the economics of each possible route. It’s often an iterative process as casting method influences yields, part design and secondary finishing operations. A better understanding of the strengths of each method helps reduce the number of options and saves time.

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