Savvy manufacturers often choose investment casting for critical functions when component performance is essential. For a wide variety of industries, highly reliable parts are necessary to ensure proper functioning and, in some cases, the safety of life and property. Investment casting can accommodate a wide variety of traditional and specialized alloys that may be needed to achieve critical functions. In addition, it nearly eliminates shrinkage, porosity, and other defects that can compromise castings. The high degree of repeatability that investment casting offers ensures quality and reliability over full part runs.