

Industy |
Sub-industry |
Part name |
Material |
Process |
Features |
Technical advantages |
Industrial valve |
Industrial piping parts |
Butterfly valve |
Carbon steel WCB |
Coated sand casting/Lost wax casting |
Pipeline parts |
Multiple process layouts can take advantage of the advantages of two processes, with flexible production arrangements and high efficiency |
Industrial piping parts |
Control valve |
Carbon steel |
Lost wax casting |
Pipeline parts |
Lost wax casting process, using silica sol in the pre-process, good product surface quality, less mold cost, and small quatity production. |
Industrial piping parts |
Butterfly disc |
Stainless steel CF8 |
Coated sand casting |
Pipeline parts |
The coated sand casting uses independent sand preparation, with stable quality, good product surface finish and high production efficiency. |

Qingdao Starise Metal Technology Co., Ltd. stands as a beacon of excellence in the realm of precision casting, proudly blending industry expertise with dynamic trade innovation. As an industry and trade integration powerhouse, this visionary company has dedicated over three decades to the relentless pursuit of perfection in research, development, and international distribution of high-quality casting parts. Anchored by its expansive, state-of-the-art production facility, spanning a substantial 47,000 square meters—including 10,000 square meters of cutting-edge workshops—Starise Metal boasts an impressive annual output of over 30,000 tons of precision cast steel parts. These exceptional products have earned a prestigious place in more than 20 countries across Europe, America, and Asia, captivating clients around the globe with their superior quality and craftsmanship.
Our History:
1. Founding Period (1996-1998):
Launched in the bustling city of Pingdu, Qingdao, China, in 1996, Qingdao Starise Metal Technology Co., Ltd. embarked on a journey to revolutionize precision casting solutions for the agricultural machinery and automotive axle sectors. This formative period saw the company expertly crafting small-scale precision castings using time-tested traditional silica gel precision casting techniques, setting a solid foundation for future growth and innovation.
2. Technological Accumulation and Expansion (1998-2014):
In a bold leap forward in 1998, the company embraced cutting-edge investment casting and sand casting technologies, unlocking the potential for medium to large-scale precision castings. By 2006, the company had proudly achieved ISO9001 certification, cementing its commitment to unparalleled quality and consistency. Between 2009 and 2014, the company's production capacity soared to new heights, powered by the addition of multiple state-of-the-art production lines and efficient casting processes, enabling the fulfillment of diverse, multi-batch, and bespoke manufacturing demands with remarkable precision.
3. Brand Marketing (2016-2020):
With a visionary focus on brand building, 2016 marked the dawn of a new era for the company, as it actively engaged in prominent industry exhibitions at home and abroad to elevate brand awareness. By 2017, its global market presence had significantly expanded, forging strong, lasting partnerships with international clients. By 2020, the company had pioneered numerous patented technologies, setting new standards in product precision and quality.
4. Technological Innovation and Sustainable Development (2018-2024):
The year 2018 signaled a groundbreaking chapter with the establishment of a dedicated R&D center, driving the exploration of novel materials and processes. In 2019, the company unveiled an eco-friendly precision casting process that dramatically minimized pollution emissions while elevating the standard of casting surface and internal quality. A crowning achievement came in 2020 when the company was officially recognized as a national high-tech enterprise, a testament to its trailblazing innovations and sustainable advancements.
5. Intelligent Manufacturing and Future Vision:
In the face of the unprecedented challenges of the global pandemic in 2019, the company demonstrated resilience and adaptability by rapidly refining its market strategy, bolstering online marketing and service capabilities to maintain robust business growth. By 2021, the launch of an intelligent manufacturing initiative marked a transformative step, seamlessly integrating automation and information technology to significantly boost production efficiency and management prowess.
6. Looking Ahead:
Steadfast in its commitment to innovation-driven development, Starise Metal is resolutely poised to ascend to a commanding position within the global precision casting industry, continuously striving for excellence and leadership.
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Investment casting is celebrated for its ability to produce high-precision metal components, making it indispensable across aerospace, automotive, medical, and numerous other sectors. This sophisticated and intricate process ensures unparalleled accuracy and quality. Dive into the detailed steps of investment casting to discover how these exceptional components are meticulously crafted.
1. Wax Pattern Creation
The investment casting process begins with the meticulous creation of wax patterns. Skilled artisans inject premium wax into precision-engineered aluminum molds, perfectly replicating the desired product. This wax model is crucial, serving as the foundational blueprint for the entire casting process. The ultimate quality of the metal component hinges on this step's precision.
2. Assembly
In the assembly stage, each wax pattern is carefully affixed to a central wax sprue, forming what is often called a wax tree or pattern assembly. This central sprue is vital, acting as the conduit for molten metal during casting. Ensuring proper alignment and secure attachment of wax patterns is crucial for success.
3. Shell Building
With the pattern assembly complete, the shell-building stage begins. The entire assembly is repeatedly dipped into ceramic slurry, creating multiple refractory layers. Each layer must dry completely before the next is applied, forming a robust ceramic shell that envelops the wax patterns, readying them for the subsequent steps.
4. Dewaxing
Once the ceramic shell is formed, dewaxing is essential. The assembly, encased in the ceramic shell, is heated in a specialized furnace, melting and draining the wax. This creates a hollow ceramic mold, an exact replica of the original wax patterns, ready to receive molten metal, hence the term 'lost-wax casting.'
5. Burnout/Preheating
After dewaxing, burnout is applied, exposing the ceramic mold to intense temperatures. This removes any wax residue, hardens the ceramic, and primes the mold for pouring. Preheating ensures smooth metal flow, reducing defect risks, and prepares the mold for the molten metal.
6. Pouring
Pouring is the heart of investment casting. Molten metal, tailored to specific grade requirements, is precisely poured into the preheated mold, filling every intricate cavity. As it cools, the metal solidifies, embodying the exact shape of the original wax patterns with precision, ensuring a high-quality final product.
7. Shell Removal
Once the metal solidifies, the ceramic shell is carefully removed to reveal the metal component within. Vibratory methods safely break the ceramic, exposing the meticulously crafted metal casting. This step demands precise handling to maintain the integrity of the metal piece.
8. Cut-off
Once the protective shell is meticulously removed, the individual metal castings are expertly separated from the central sprue using specialized saws or precision cutting tools. This critical separation process is conducted with the utmost precision to ensure a flawless, clean, and accurate cut, preparing the metal component perfectly for subsequent processing stages.
9. Finishing
The crowning stage of the investment casting process involves executing any essential finishing operations to fulfill the component's precise specifications. Depending on the intended application, an array of advanced finishing techniques may be utilized. For example, heat treatment could be essential to significantly bolster the mechanical properties of the metal, enhancing its strength and hardness. CNC machining may be employed to achieve precise dimensions and exacting tolerances. Shot blasting is frequently used to cleanse the surface and deliver a fine, smooth finish, while polishing is meticulously performed to achieve a bright and appealing surface sheen.
Investment casting stands as an extraordinary manufacturing process that seamlessly blends skill, precision, and cutting-edge techniques to craft high-quality metal components. These components consistently meet and exceed the most stringent standards demanded across a multitude of industries.
Material |
Carbon Steel |
Ductile Iron |
Alloy Steel |
Stainless Steel |
Manganese Steel |
Material Grade/Designation |
ZG200-400 ZG230-450 ZG270-500 ZG310-570 ZG340-640 Q235 |
QT350-22L QT400-18 QT400-18L QT450-10 QT500-7 QT600-3 QT700-2 QT800-2 QT900-2 QTD800-10 QTD900-8 QTD1050-6 QTD1200-3 QTD1400-1 |
ZG20Mn, ZG30Mn ZG40Mn, ZG20Mn2 ZG35CrMnSi, ZG40Cr ZG35CrMo, ZG42CrMo AH36,EH36,FH36 Q420qE,Q500qE 16MnDR 09MnNiDR ZGD410-620 ZGD535-720 ZGD650-830 ZGD730-310 ZGD840-1030 ZGD1030-1240 ZGD1240-1450 |
06Cr19Ni10 022Cr19Ni10 06Cr17Ni12Mo2 022Cr17Ni12Mo2 06Cr18Ni12Mo2Cu2 015Cr21Ni26Mo5Cu2 12Cr13 30Cr13 68Cr17 022Cr12 10Cr17 019Cr19Mo2NbTi 022Cr23Ni5Mo3N 022Cr25Ni7Mo4N 05Cr17Ni4Cu4Nb 07Cr15Ni7Mo2AL |
ZGMn13-1 ZGMn13-2 ZGMn13-3 ZGMn13Cr2 Q355B Q460C 30Mn2Cr10 40Mn18Cr3 ZGMn18Cr2
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Standard |
AISI - American Iron and Steel Institute ASTM - American Society for Testing and Materials DIN - Deutsches Institut für Normung BS - British Standards ANSI - American National Standards Institute JIS - Japanese Industrial Standards AFNOR - Association Française de Normalisation AS - Standards Australia ASME - American Society of Mechanical Engineers EN--European Norm GB--National Standard Chinese |
Note |
Apart from the above materials, we can cast based on customers' specifications |

Shipping
- Logistics Selection: Entrusting your valuable cargo to our expert care is made seamless through our long-standing alliances with premier logistics partners. Tailored to meet your exact requirements and the unique nature of each shipment, we offer a plethora of transportation choices. Whether it's the precision of road transport, the reliability of rail services, the expansiveness of sea freight, or the speed of air freight, we ensure that your goods arrive not only on time but in pristine condition.
- Delivery Timeliness: Recognizing the importance of prompt delivery, we commit to dispatching standard orders within a mere 30 working days post-inspection approval. For those urgent needs, we offer flexible negotiation to accelerate timelines, prioritizing both production and delivery stages to ensure your objectives are met with swift precision.
- Logistics Tracking: Experience peace of mind with our comprehensive real-time tracking services. Effortlessly monitor your shipment's journey and condition using the order or logistics tracking number via our website or our logistics partners' platforms. Stay informed of your cargo's precise location and expected arrival time, ensuring you are always in the know.
Packaging
- Rust Prevention Treatment: Our meticulous rust prevention protocols ensure that every cast steel part is enveloped in a protective layer of superior rust inhibitor. This forms an impenetrable barrier, safeguarding against corrosion during the entirety of transit and storage, maintaining the integrity of your products.
- Buffer Protection: Safety in transit is paramount, and for those components susceptible to impacts, we employ comprehensive protective measures. Each part is cocooned in soft foam boards and sponges, absorbing shocks and minimizing the risk of collision-induced damage, thus maintaining their impeccable state upon arrival.
- Outer Packaging: Small cast steel components are securely housed in robust wooden crates, packed with cushioning materials to eliminate movement. Larger pieces are anchored with bespoke metal or wooden frames, and when warranted, container transportation is utilized. This ensures each piece is delivered securely, preserving its quality throughout the journey.

1. Q: What is stainless steel casting?
A: Stainless steel casting is the common forming process of stainless steel parts by pouring liquid stainless steel into mould, thus to achieve the shape of a product.
2. Q: Which casting method is used To produce stainless steel castings?
A: Normally, investment casting, or lost wax casting, is the correct casting method to produce stainless steel castings, which can creat accurate dimensions, smooth surface finish, and net shape.
3. Q: What are the common grades of stainless steel casting?
A: Common cast stainless steel grades are: 304, 316, 304L, 316L, 17-4 ph, 410, 416, 2205, 2207, etc.
4. Q: What are the advantages of stainless steel casting?
A: Stainless steel casting allows for producing stainless steel components with complex shapes, less or no machining, no quantity limitations, and so no.
5. Q: What type of tooling is required for stainless steel casting?
A: A split aluminum tool or mold is used to create a wax pattern, which is then coated with layers of stucco and ceramic material. Before pouring the alloy, wax will be first melted away, which is where the term "lost wax casting" originated. In other processes (forging, stamping, die casting), tooling is quite much more expensive.
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