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What Is Gray Iron

2025-04-28T10:46:22-05:00April 28th, 2025|Tags: , , |

In the world of metal casting, gray iron remains one of the most widely used and trusted materials. Its unique blend of performance, machinability, and affordability makes it an ideal choice for a wide range of manufacturing applications. Whether you’re in the automotive industry, industrial equipment, or construction, gray iron delivers reliable results without compromising on [...]

Why American-Made Castings Offer Better ROI

2025-04-22T11:30:20-05:00April 22nd, 2025|Tags: , , |

Why American-Made Castings Offer Better ROI Than Offshore Casting Suppliers At first glance, offshore casting suppliers may seem like a smart way to save money. Lower prices and lower labour costs seems like a good plan? But for manufacturers focused on long-term value, performance, and reliability, the equation is far more complex. In reality, American-made castings [...]

The Guide to Heat Treatment in Metal Casting

2025-04-11T09:46:26-05:00April 11th, 2025|

In the world of metal casting, creating a durable, high-performing component doesn’t end at the mold. One of the most important steps in the process is heat treatment—a thermal process that improves the properties of cast metals to meet the demands of real-world applications. At Quaker City Castings, heat treatment is a core part of our [...]

Choosing the Right Casting Material

2025-04-02T10:05:10-05:00April 2nd, 2025|

Choosing the Right Casting Material: Iron, Steel, Nickel Alloys & More Choosing the right casting material for your project is one of the most important decisions you can make for the success of your operation. The material you select will directly impact your component’s performance, durability, cost, and overall quality. Whether you are manufacturing parts for [...]

New Heat Treatment Facility

2025-04-11T09:04:35-05:00March 20th, 2025|

Quaker City Castings Announces New Heat Treatment Facility Big upgrades are underway at Quaker City Castings! We are thrilled to announce the construction of a brand-new heat treatment facility, set to be completed by summer 2025. This major upgrade will significantly enhance our capacity to handle larger castings and increase production, further strengthening our ability to [...]

American-Made Castings for Heavy Industry

2025-03-24T09:26:09-05:00March 7th, 2025|

In industries like aerospace, defense, energy, mining and heavy equipment, high-quality American-made castings are essential for ensuring the durability and performance of critical components. However, many companies face a tough decision—source castings from domestic foundries or look for lower-cost alternatives overseas. While offshore castings may seem like an easy way to cut costs, they often come [...]

Impact Of Steel Tariffs On Manufacturing

2025-03-24T09:24:25-05:00February 17th, 2025|

How Steel Tariffs Are Revitalizing The American Foundry The American foundry and metal casting industry has long been a backbone of U.S. manufacturing, producing the castings that support industries such as aerospace, military & defense, energy, and heavy machinery. However, in recent decades, foreign imports of cast metal components and raw steel have flooded the market, [...]

Types of Sand for Sand Casting

2024-07-10T16:45:48-05:00July 10th, 2024|

Different Types of Sand for Sand Casting: A Complete Guide Sand casting is a popular and versatile casting technique used in various industries, from automotive to aerospace. And one of the key factors contributing to the success of sand casting is the type of sand used. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the different [...]

Ductile Cast Iron: Properties, Applications, and Advantages

2024-07-08T16:17:35-05:00July 8th, 2024|

Ductile cast iron, also known as nodular cast iron or spheroidal graphite iron, is a versatile and durable material that has gained significant traction across various industries. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the properties, applications, and advantages of ductile cast iron, providing you with a solid understanding of its potential. Ductile cast iron stands [...]

A Guide to Cylinder Sleeves

2025-02-03T22:49:24-05:00June 27th, 2024|

Interested In Custom Cylinder Sleeves: Check Out PowerBore! Need a custom cylinder sleeve or want to learn more about them? Click here to visit PowerBore.com. Enjoy the blog! A Guide to Cylinder Sleeves: Boosting Engine Performance and Reliability Looking to enhance your engine's performance and reliability? Look no further than cylinder sleeves. Cylinder sleeves play a [...]

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