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Sand Casting Compacted Graphite Iron (CGI) – Process Capabilities and Limitations

December 1st, 2021

CGI is the go-to metal for sand casting when iron is too heavy and not strong enough. The downside is it makes cutting and finishing harder and longer.

Sand Casting Ductile Iron – Process Capabilities and Limitations

November 30th, 2021

Ductile iron sand casting is ideal for producing iron parts that can compete with steel. It offers little limitation to the size of parts that may be cast.

Sand Casting Applications: Common Use for This Process

November 16th, 2021

Sand casting versatility in material selection and size limit brings great benefits to design engineers, making it a common technique to create quality parts with desired functions and features.

What is Automotive Precision Machining Technology and Why Is It So Important?

November 10th, 2021

Automotive precision machining technology is a way of using computers and automation to make auto parts. The major benefit is it can be precisely designed on a computer.

What is sand casting?

November 9th, 2021

Sand casting uses sand to create a mold for casting metal parts, from iron machine bases to cooking vessels. Sand casting offers a number of advantages.

What are the Cost Drivers for Sand Casting?

November 1st, 2021

Sand casting is a cost-effective producing way, however, reveal opportunities to save money still happen sometimes. Discovering the factors that affect costs is key.

What is the Vacuum Investment Casting Process?

October 28th, 2021

Vacuum investment casting yields high-quality parts with fine details and surface finish. It is suited for high-value metals like superalloys and titanium.

Types of Quality Assurance Methods

October 18th, 2021

Impro offers a variety of quality assurance services making sure that our manufactured parts and products meet or exceed customers' expectations.

What is Precision Machining Technology?

October 18th, 2021

Precision machining process is using cutting, turning, milling, grinding, sawing, and boring tools to remove specific amounts of materials from a base material piece.

Heat Treatment of Investment Castings

October 12th, 2021

Investment cast parts may not have the strength, toughness or surface hardness required by applications, but these requirements can be met by heat treatment.

What to Understand About Gating System Design for Investment Casting

October 12th, 2021

Gating system design is a crucial factor in the investment casting process to ensure the proper delivery of metal throughout the ceramic mold.

Investment Casting VS Lost Foam Casting: Similarities and Differences

October 8th, 2021

What are the Similarities and Differences between Investment Casting and Lost Foam Casting.