by Michael Dove | Oct 25, 2022 | Blog
Surface quality of parts is vital to the appearance and often the performance of components, which is why it is important to avoid pitting in castings. Pitting is a commonly occurring problem that can be avoided through careful process management. Contamination in a...
by Michael Dove | Oct 18, 2022 | Blog
While part consistency is essential for the vast majority of manufacturers, all too often they receive more out-of-spec parts than is acceptable. Investment casting can be the cure for inconsistent castings. Investment casting is a near-net-shape process, which means...
by Michael Dove | Oct 11, 2022 | Blog
When investment castings become brittle and are discolored and rough, it is likely the foundry is experiencing issues that require attention. There could be several possible causes for such problems. The quality of the alloy being used could be substandard or...
by Michael Dove | Oct 4, 2022 | Blog
Investment casting can produce an extremely broad range of top quality parts, but it requires expertise and care to avoid casting defects. This is because investment casting is far more complex than it appears on the surface. In addition to mastering the science and...
by Michael Dove | Sep 27, 2022 | Blog
The investment casting process can be effectively used for both stainless steel and aluminum casting. When choosing the best material for your parts, consider these facts: Strength vs. Weight – Aluminum is not as strong, but approximately one third the weight, giving...
