“Hot Metal Men” Lead Melter Steve Denmon, and melters Kyle Kratzer and Marcus Milburn, are the on-the-melt deck men who operate the 4 induction furnaces that melt up to 10,000 lbs. daily of molten metal: iron, carbon & low alloy steels, all stainless steels, monel, copper-nickel, Hastelloy. and many more. Read more…
On Flag Day, June 14, 2024, Effort Foundry celebrated Flag Day with our annual Flag Day / Hot Dog Day party.
Rapid prototyping technologies are frequently used in the casting industry to create prototypes and patterns for casting processes. These technologies help reduce lead times, enhance design flexibility, and allow for the quick iteration of designs before committing to the production of final castings. Here are some common rapid prototyping methods Read more…
Effort Foundry’s update as we enter the new year.
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The pouring of large castings involves a carefully orchestrated process to ensure the proper filling of the mold and the quality of the final casting. Here is a general overview of the steps involved in pouring large castings: 1. Mold Preparation: – Before pouring, a mold must be prepared. For Read more…
Obtaining ISO certification involves implementing and maintaining a quality management system (QMS) that complies with the requirements of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). ISO certification, particularly ISO 9001, is commonly sought by foundries and manufacturing facilities to demonstrate their commitment to quality and continuous improvement. Here are the general Read more…
Sand casting is a common method used for manufacturing valves. This process is suitable for producing both simple and complex valve shapes, and it is particularly cost-effective for small to medium-sized production runs. Here’s an overview of the steps involved in making valves through the sand casting process: 1. Pattern Read more…
Effort Foundry has successfully passed the Electric Boat Foundry Assessment and Audit.
Effort Foundry, Inc., can heat treat much that we produce.