Flexibility and versatility create an important investment casting valuable resource for a variety of manufacturers. Many aspects of the investment casting process make it an excellent choice for a wide variety of parts, applications and needs. This is especially important for manufacturers who wish to produce multiple parts at one foundry. Parts can be produced from a nearly limitless array of common and specialty alloys. Their sizes can range from a few ounces to 250 pounds or more. Surface quality can range from standard, economical grade to ultra-high quality for specialized needs. Parts can be produced to meet extremely tight tolerances, even with complex geometries. Investment casting also offers design flexibility for production efficiency, little or no post-casting finishing, minimal waste and much more.