by ppcpincAdmin | Dec 9, 2014 | Blog
Advances in technology and processing have made an array of specialty alloys available for investment casting industrial parts. These alloys have properties that make them attractive for applications that call for unique sets of characteristics. Casting such alloys,...
by ppcpincAdmin | Nov 27, 2014 | Blog
A solid education and theoretical background is an invaluable asset in any profession, but when it comes to investment casting, there is no substitute for hands-on experience. There are so many variables and factors that affect the outcome of the casting process that...
by ppcpincAdmin | Nov 25, 2014 | Blog
PPCP publishes its Metal Surcharge information for its alloys on a monthly basis. The surcharges, which fluctuate with market conditions, are utilized to set the prices of the alloys that go into PPCP castings. The surcharges, which are listed in $/pound, are found in...
by ppcpincAdmin | Nov 21, 2014 | Blog
Pitting is a common problem in investment casting that can be avoided through proper procedures. Contamination from extraneous substances can result in pits. Poorly designed sprues cantrap air, which may form bubbles. Overheated alloys can create gas bubbles, which...
by ppcpincAdmin | Nov 19, 2014 | Blog
To provide customers with immediate online access to the status of all of their jobs, PPCP has launched a new customer portal. Once customers obtain a user name and a password, which are also done online, they can monitor the workflow of the jobs, from start to...
