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Oil and gas investment casting is used in the transportation, manufacturing, and energy industries for refining, storing, and transferring natural gas and petroleum products. Components applied in the oil and gas industry must be long-lasting and composed of materials that are resistant to chemical and environmental deterioration.  Cobalt-based alloys, stainless […]

Forging and forming are two of the most common metalworking processes. They involve the manipulation of metal to achieve the desired size and/or shape. Each method uses different manufacturing processes to manipulate metal components. To learn more about the distinctions between forging and forming in metalworking, keep reading. What Exactly […]

Forgings involve various metalworking processes that manufacture parts with a strength more significant than other metalworking techniques. Once the metal piece is shaped during the forging process, the internal grain structure of such metal becomes uninterrupted throughout the part, producing results with exceptional reliability at high-stress points and inconceivable strength. […]

Steel castings are incredibly strong and durable, making them ideal for a wide range of applications. They are also resistant to both heat and corrosion, meaning that they can withstand high temperatures and harsh conditions. In addition, steel is relatively easy to cast, which means it can be used to […]

Casting and forging are two different types of production. The process of casting involves heating a substance to its melting point and pouring it into a mold, where it solidifies. When something is forged, it is bent into shape physically while staying solid and heated continuously. In this article, we […]

Manufacturers commonly use castings to build complex metal components with precise dimensions. Castings can take many different forms and sizes, depending on the application and specifications. In this article, we’ll go through the rich history of metal casting and the process of creating these valuable devices. What is Metal Casting? […]

Metalworkers can create strong and durable metal components using a variety of methods. However, some methods are sometimes better suited for certain projects better than others. Gravity fed castings and steel forgings are extremely different methods. But, how to they measure up against each other? What Are Gravity Fed Castings? […]