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When Surface Lay Matters

July 16th, 2020

For some machined parts satisfactory performance depends on correct orientation of the “lay.” Get the lay wrong and consequences can include premature failure and warranty costs. Here’s an introduction to surface lay and why it matters. Machining Direction and Lay

Optimizing Sand Casting Pattern Design

July 15th, 2020

A sand cast part can only be as good as the pattern allows. It takes a great deal of experience to get the best out of the process. At Impro we are internationally recognized for our sand casting expertise.

What Impro’s Mexican Expansion Means for North American Customers

July 7th, 2020

Global trade policies impact our customers in different regions around the world. It can impede customer demand, slow down supply chain capabilities and raise production costs. To offset these hurdles and provide more vertically-integrated solutions to North American customers, Impro’s

Building Superior Hydraulic Systems With Precision Machining

April 21st, 2020

Precision machining can make parts out of aluminum, steel, stainless steel, copper and bronze of high precision parts of hydraulic systems.

Investment Casting vs. Die Casting: What Are the Differences?

April 16th, 2020

An overview of the investment casting and die casting processes—including what they are, how they work, key advantages and disadvantages, and how they differ.

Common Misconceptions About Investment Casting

March 17th, 2020

At Impro, we are a premier manufacturer of high-quality engineered metal parts and components suitable for use in critical and demanding applications, such as those found in the aerospace, automotive, and construction industries. One of our core services offered is

Frequently Asked Questions About Sand Casting

March 13th, 2020

Impro is a manufacturer of custom precision parts for a wide range of industries and applications. One of our core services is sand casting, a manufacturing process sought after for manufacturing custom components quickly and efficiently while maintaining low overall

Titanium Investment Casting: What You Need to Know

March 5th, 2020

Titanium is a metal valued for its high strength-to-density ratio, corrosion resistance, and temperature resistance. Despite the fact that titanium is one of the most common naturally occurring elements on the planet, it’s expensive to separate from other elements into its

All You Need to Know About Impro’s One-Stop Solutions

January 23rd, 2020

Besides investment casting, sand casting, and precision machining capabilities, Impro offers value-added one-stop solutions for precision components.

A Successful Year at Impro: Our Year in Milestones, Developments, and Awards

January 15th, 2020

A Successful Year at Impro: Our Year in Milestones, Developments, and Awards

Precision Machining Series, Part 3: Equipment Used, Market Trends, and One-Stop Precision Machining Solutions at Impro

November 25th, 2019

Precision Machining Series, Part 1 provided a general introduction to precision machining, including what the process is, how it works, and what materials can be used with it. Precision Machining Series, Part 2 walked through the kinds of applications and

Precision Machining Series, Part 2: Compatible Applications, Industries, and Typical Products

November 19th, 2019

Precision Machining Series, Part 1 provided a general introduction to precision machining, including what the process is, how it works, and what materials can be used with it. In this next installment of our precision machining blog series, we will