| Machinery |
Part name |
Material |
Process |
Technical advantages |
| Farm Machinery Tractor parts |
Steering arm |
Carbon steel |
Lost wax casting |
Lost wax casting process, using silica sol in the pre-process, good product surface quality, less mold cost, and small quatity production. |
Commercial Cehicle
Clutch parts |
Release bearing housing |
Carbon steel |
Lost wax casting |
Agricultral Machinery
Seeder parts |
Seeder template frame |
Carbon steel |
Lost wax casting |
Qingdao Starise Metal Technology Co., Ltd. stands as a beacon of innovation and excellence in the realm of precision casting. This industry and trade integration enterprise is devoted to the meticulous research, production, and expansive global trade of high-quality precision casting parts. With its own state-of-the-art facility, the company boasts over three decades of industry expertise. Spanning a vast modern production base of 47,000 square meters, including 10,000 square meters of premium production workshops, it achieves an annual production capacity exceeding 30,000 tons of precision cast steel parts. These exceptional products reach more than 20 countries across Europe, America, and Asia, making their mark on the global stage.
Our History:
1. Founding Period (1995-1998):
Founded in 1996 in the vibrant city of Pingdu, Qingdao, China, our company began its journey by delivering unparalleled precision casting solutions tailored for the agricultural machinery and automotive axle sectors. Emphasizing quality from the start, we specialized in small-scale precision castings utilizing the trusted traditional silica gel precision casting technology.
2. Technological Accumulation and Expansion (1998-2014):
In 1998, we embraced cutting-edge investment casting and sand casting technology, allowing us to produce medium to large-scale precision castings. By 2006, our commitment to excellence was recognized with ISO9001 certification, affirming our products' consistent quality and reliability. During 2009 to 2014, we embarked on a dynamic expansion of our production facilities and introduced several state-of-the-art production lines. By adopting advanced and efficient casting processes, we significantly bolstered our capacity to cater to diverse, multi-batch, and custom manufacturing requirements.
3. Brand Marketing (2016-2020):
In 2016, we set our sights on enhancing our brand's visibility by actively participating in key domestic and international industry exhibitions. This strategic move strengthened our brand's recognition. By 2017, we had expanded our influence in the global market, forging enduring partnerships with overseas clients. By 2020, our commitment to innovation bore fruit with the development of multiple patented technologies, elevating product precision and quality.
4. Technological Innovation and Sustainable Development (2018-2024):
In 2018, we took a pioneering step by establishing a dedicated R&D center focused on discovering new materials and refining processes. By 2019, we had developed an eco-friendly precision casting process that minimized pollution emissions while significantly enhancing the quality of both surface and internal casting defects. In 2020, our innovative prowess earned us the distinction of being officially recognized as a national high-tech enterprise, highlighting our remarkable achievements in technological advancement.
5. Intelligent Manufacturing and Future Vision:
Amid the global challenges of the 2019 pandemic, we rapidly adapted by fortifying our online marketing and service capabilities to sustain business growth. In 2021, we initiated an ambitious intelligent manufacturing program, integrating cutting-edge automation and information technology to boost production efficiency and management prowess.
6. Looking Ahead:
With an unwavering commitment to innovation-driven growth, we are poised to ascend to the forefront of the global precision casting industry, securing a prominent leadership role.
Investment casting is a state-of-the-art and intricate manufacturing marvel, celebrated for its exceptional ability to craft high-precision metal components. From aerospace to automotive, medical, and beyond, this process is synonymous with unmatched accuracy and quality. Here, we unveil the detailed and refined steps of the investment casting process, offering you an insightful journey into how these extraordinary components are born.
1. Wax Pattern Creation
The captivating journey of investment casting begins with the meticulous artistry of wax pattern creation. Master craftsmen inject top-grade wax into expertly designed aluminum molds, replicating the final product's exact shape and dimensions with stunning precision. This wax model stands as the cornerstone of the entire casting process, its quality and accuracy pivotal to the metal component's ultimate perfection.
2. Assembly
In the assembly phase, each uniquely crafted wax pattern is skillfully affixed to a central wax sprue, forming what is known as a pattern assembly or wax tree. The central sprue is vital, serving as the essential conduit for molten metal, ensuring it flows seamlessly into the intricate cavities of the wax patterns. This step demands meticulous attention to ensure precise alignment and secure attachment, setting the stage for flawless casting.
3. Shell Building
With the pattern assembly complete, the transformative shell-building stage begins. Here, the assembly is immersed repeatedly in a premium ceramic slurry, with each layer of refractory material carefully applied and dried before the next is added. This painstaking process results in a robust, durable ceramic shell that envelops the wax patterns, providing essential structure and protection for the subsequent steps.
4. Dewaxing
Following the formation of the ceramic shell, the essential dewaxing phase commences. The entire assembly is subjected to high heat in a specialized furnace, causing the wax within to melt away. This process, also known as 'lost-wax casting,' leaves behind a hollow ceramic mold with precisely defined cavities, a perfect replica of the original wax patterns, ready to welcome the molten metal.
5. Burnout/Preheating
Post-dewaxing, the ceramic mold undergoes a critical burnout stage, exposed to extreme temperatures to ensure all residual wax is eliminated, hardening the ceramic structure. This preheating step prepares the mold for pouring, allowing molten metal to flow smoothly, filling cavities evenly and minimizing defects. The mold emerges in prime condition to receive molten metal.
6. Pouring
Pouring is the heart and soul of investment casting. The chosen molten metal, tailored to exacting grade specifications, is expertly poured into the preheated ceramic mold. It cascades swiftly through intricate cavities, capturing every detail of the original wax patterns as it solidifies. Precision in this step is vital, ensuring the final product's quality and integrity are second to none.
7. Shell Removal
Once solidification is complete, the ceramic shell is carefully removed, unveiling the masterfully crafted metal component within. Vibratory methods delicately break away the ceramic, revealing the intricately designed casting. This step demands gentle handling to prevent any damage to the exquisite metal piece.
8. Cut-off
Following the meticulous removal of the shell, each individual metal casting is carefully separated from the central sprue utilizing advanced saws or precise cutting tools. This crucial separation process is executed with exceptional precision, ensuring each cut is clean and accurate, thereby preparing the metal component for subsequent processing stages.
9. Finishing
The culmination of the investment casting process is the essential finishing operations, tailored to the specific requirements of the component. Depending on its application, a variety of sophisticated finishing techniques may be applied. For example, heat treatment is often employed to significantly enhance the metal's mechanical properties, such as its strength and hardness. CNC machining offers the precision needed to achieve exact dimensions and stringent tolerances. To cleanse the surface and ensure a refined, smooth finish, shot blasting is commonly utilized. Polishing may also be performed to attain a radiant and visually appealing surface appearance.
Investment casting stands as a truly extraordinary manufacturing process, seamlessly blending skill, precision, and cutting-edge techniques to deliver high-quality metal components that consistently meet the most rigorous standards across a diverse array of industries.
| Material |
Carbon Steel |
Ductile Iron |
Alloy Steel |
Stainless Steel |
Manganese Steel |
White Alloy |
| 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
|
KMTBCr7CuRE
KMTBCr12 - 15CuRE
KMTBCr20MoCuRE
KMTBCr21MoCuRE - 1
KMTBCr21MoNiCuRE - 2
KMTBCr21MoNiWCuRE - 3
KMTBCr21MoNiWVCuRE - 4 |
| 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 |
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| Note |
Apart from the above materials, we can cast based on customers' specifications |
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Packaging
1. Rust Prevention Treatment: To ensure the longevity and pristine condition of our custom truck axle parts, each cast steel component undergoes a superior rust prevention process. Our premium rust preventives are meticulously applied to create a robust anti-rust film, offering exceptional protection against rust during both transportation and storage.
2. Buffer Protection: Our packaging process incorporates advanced buffer protection techniques. Delicate parts vulnerable to impact are cocooned in high-quality foam boards and sponges, minimizing the risk of collision damage during transit and preserving the integrity of the parts.
3. Outer Packaging: We take great care in securing our products for their journey. For small cast steel parts, we use durable wooden boxes filled with protective stuffing to prevent any movement. Larger parts are reinforced with custom-designed metal or wooden frames and, when necessary, transported in containers to guarantee their safe arrival without compromise.
Shipping
1. Logistics Selection: Leveraging our strategic alliances with esteemed logistics partners, we offer a versatile array of transportation solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients and their products. Options include road, rail, sea, and air freight, all carefully chosen to ensure punctual and secure delivery.
2. Delivery Timeliness: Efficiency is at the heart of our operations. For standard orders, dispatch occurs within [X] business days following production and quality checks. For time-sensitive demands, we offer negotiable expedited services, prioritizing production and delivery to meet urgent timelines.
3. Logistics Tracking: Stay informed with our comprehensive tracking services. Real-time updates are accessible via our official website or our logistics partners' platforms. Simply use your order or tracking number to monitor the location and anticipated delivery time of your shipment, ensuring peace of mind at every stage of transit.
1. Q: How to get a quotation?
A: Please send your 2D drawings and 3D model with the required material, annual usage, or lot quantity to us.
2. Q: What is the MOQ?
A: According to the part's specification, material, technical demands, etc. For some parts, 1 pcs is also acceptable.
3. Q: What is our advantage?
A: We have built a complete and strict quality control management system, from material to finished products.
We can offer you the best service for casting, machining, and sheet metal parts with the most favorable unit price and freight cost within 48 hours.
4. Q: Do we have in-house engineering capability?
A: Yes, our engineering team has rich experience from the finished OEM and ODM projects, and we can also supply you with some suggestions during the production process.
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