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Tailor-made alloy
Unique alloy
Cast Iron offers custom-made alloys specifically designed to meet the customer's unique needs. This process starts with a thorough analysis of the specific situation and requirements of the product.
By working closely with the customer, Cast Iron can propose a bespoke alloy that suits the functional and environmental conditions in which the product will be used.
Examples include acid-resistant cast iron, wear-resistant cast iron and heat-resistant cast iron, each designed to perform under specific conditions such as corrosive environments, high wearing or extreme temperatures.
Alloys for specific applications
In addition, Cast Iron offers special alloys with, for example, extra nickel or molybdenum for very specific applications. These elements are added to improve the mechanical properties of the alloy, such as strength, hardness or resistance to high temperatures. This makes these alloys particularly suitable for demanding industrial applications, such as in the (petro)chemical sector or the concrete sector.
These specialised alloys allow Cast Iron to provide its customers with solutions that precisely meet their technical and operational requirements.
Rapid prototyping
Short lead time
Cast Iron is very active and experienced in the process of Rapid Prototyping. This method is used to create complex castings in a short period of time.
Iterative improvements allow designers to respond quickly to feedback, and make necessary adjustments. This results in better end products and a more efficient production process.
Moreover, Rapid Prototyping enables a faster response to market needs and testing of innovative designs that would otherwise be difficult or costly to produce using traditional methods.
Styropor pattern technology
To speed up the production process and reduce costs, styropor (polystyrene foam) patterns are used. With these patterns, an average of one to maximum five castings can be produced, depending on the complexity of the casting. This makes the pattern quality highly suitable for prototypes, at a low development cost.
Production of a styropor pattern is also faster, which is often important in the design phase. This allows customers to test and optimise prototypes before moving to serial production with accompanying expensive pattern qualities.
Co-engineering
Close cooperation
In co-engineering, Cast Iron works closely with the customer to develop the best design for a product. This process starts with a deep understanding of customer needs and goals. By working together at the design stage, both parties can combine their expertise to find innovative and efficient solutions. This collaboration ensures that the final product not only meets the technical requirements, but also performs optimally in its intended application.
Advice and know-how
An important aspect of co-engineering is providing advice on castability and other important considerations. This also involves the use of simulation software. Cast Iron shares its knowledge and experience to ensure that the design is suitable for production and meets the highest quality standards. This includes identifying potential problems and suggesting modifications to improve castability. This proactive approach helps avoid costly errors and delays at later stages of the production process.
Detailed casting drawing
Finally, Cast Iron helps translate the final product into a detailed casting drawing. This is a crucial step to ensure that the design is executed correctly during production. Cast Iron ensures that all specifications and requirements are clearly defined, so that the production process runs smoothly. This support at every step of the process makes Cast Iron a valuable partner in co-engineering projects.
One-stop-shop
Tier 1 - one-stop shop
Cast Iron offers a comprehensive solution by relieving customers of the entire supply chain. This means customers do not have to worry about the different steps in the production process, because Cast Iron offers everything in one package.
From designing the pattern to casting and heat treatment of the materials, Cast Iron ensures that every aspect of the production process is seamless. To this end, we work with a group of carefully selected subcontractors.
Machining of castings
Cast Iron also handles the machining of the castings, including specialist processes such as balancing and splining. This ensures that the products are not only functional, but also meet the highest quality standards. With this integrated approach, customers can rely on a consistent and high-quality end product.
Surface treatments
Finally, Cast Iron also offers various surface treatments such as coating, nickel plating, KTL, niblox and nitriding. These treatments improve the durability and performance of the products, making them more resistant to wearing and corrosion.