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Gravity casting is a casting process used for non-ferrous alloy parts. Sometimes referred to as Permanent Mould, the process is typically used on aluminum, zinc, and copper base alloys. Let’s take a deeper look at the process and some of its benefits. The Process There are three stages to the […]

Precision Engineering in Stainless Steel Forgings Ferralloy, Inc. is supplying a manufacturer of valves to the oil and gas industry with machined stainless steel valve bodies produced  from forgings in 304 grade material.  The company can supply open and closed die forgings in carbon, alloy, and stainless steel materials in […]

Ferralloy, Inc. is producing investment cast, internal valve components for an international Pressure Relief Valve manufacturer in the oil and gas industry. The ‘high lift disc’ components are cast in 17-4 stainless steel, machined, and heat treated to the customer’s drawing specifications and hardness requirements. These investment castings are purchased […]

Aluminum is considered to be one of the best materials used in castings processes. It is often used in permanent mold casting, sand casting, die casting, and castings investment. This material is widely known for its excellent strength-to-weight ratio, making it an ideal metal component for numerous casting applications. Perks […]

Furnace rolls work in some of the harshest environments. They will typically see temperatures in excess of 500 degrees Fahrenheit for years at a time. Materials used are made to withstand this criteria, so they are also difficult to machine. Let’s take a look at some of the different types […]

The word “casting” is used to define or refer to the part made by the machine casting process, which dates back more than 5,000 years ago. When it comes to history, this process is performed to make significant and complex metal components that would have been difficult when using the […]

We all know the beautiful blue that radiates from raw cobalt, but have you ever heard of cobalt alloys? This alloy is a cobalt-chromium “superalloy” specifically designed for high wear resistance and superior performance in hostile environments. Therefore, cobalt alloys are resistant to cavitation, erosion, corrosion, galling, and abrasion. Read […]

Sand casting is a form of gravity casting where sand is used as the mold material. A sand casting is a relatively inexpensive casting process and can be used for producing either large or small parts. How Sand Castings Are Made The first step in the sand casting process is […]

Unlike other casting techniques, investment casting makes parts from molten metal. This process is also known as lost-wax casting, and has been done for thousands of years. Understanding the basics of investment castings is essential to know when and how to use this method. Let’s start with the basics of […]

If you’re not already using investment castings, it might be time for you to start. These castings are extremely versatile. They can be big or small and made out of a large range of materials, all while maintaining exceptional accuracy. With benefits like these, it’s no surprise that investment castings […]