

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, seamlessly merging industry expertise with global trade acumen. With over three decades of unwavering dedication, this powerhouse boasts a cutting-edge production facility spanning 47,000 square meters, including 10,000 square meters dedicated to high-standard workshops. Annually, the company delivers more than 30,000 tons of meticulously crafted steel castings, reaching over 20 countries across Europe, America, and Asia. This impressive footprint is a testament to its commitment to quality and innovation.
Our History:
1. Founding Period (1996-1998):
Originating in 1996, within the industrious heart of Qingdao, Pingdu City, the company embarked on a mission to provide precision casting excellence for the agricultural and automotive axle industries. During its nascent phase, it captivated the market with small-scale precision castings crafted through traditional silica gel precision casting techniques.
2. Technological Accumulation and Expansion (1998-2014):
The year 1998 marked a pivotal advancement with the integration of cutting-edge investment and sand casting technologies, propelling the company into medium and large-scale casting domains. By 2006, ISO9001 certification was achieved, underscoring the consistent quality of its offerings. The period from 2009 to 2014 saw monumental growth with the expansion of production facilities, the addition of new production lines, and the adoption of efficient casting processes, catering to diverse, multi-batch, and customized manufacturing demands with finesse.
3. Brand Marketing (2016-2020):
2016 marked the dawn of a new era in brand evolution, as the company strategically engaged in both domestic and international exhibitions, amplifying its brand presence. By 2017, its global footprint expanded, fostering enduring partnerships with overseas clientele. By 2020, its innovative prowess was solidified through the development of multiple patented technologies, elevating product precision and quality to new heights.
4. Technological Innovation and Sustainable Development (2018-2024):
In 2018, a state-of-the-art research and development center was established, pioneering advancements in materials and processes. A groundbreaking environmentally friendly precision casting process, introduced in 2019, not only curbed pollution but also enhanced casting quality, both externally and internally. Recognition as a national high-tech enterprise in 2020 highlighted the company's commitment to innovation and sustainable development.
5. Intelligent Manufacturing and Future Vision:
In the wake of the 2019 global pandemic, the company rapidly adapted by bolstering its online marketing and service efforts, ensuring resilient business continuity. The launch of an intelligent manufacturing initiative in 2021, integrating automation and IT, propelled production efficiency and management capabilities into the future.
6. Looking Ahead:
Guided by an unwavering commitment to innovation, Starise Metal is poised to ascend the ranks of the global precision casting industry, steadfast in its pursuit of excellence and leadership.
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Investment casting is a marvel of modern manufacturing, revered for its capability to produce metal components with exceptional precision. This sophisticated process is indispensable across industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical, delivering components of unmatched quality and detailing. Let us embark on a journey through the refined fundamental steps that breathe life into these remarkable components.
1. Wax Pattern Creation
The investment casting process begins with the intricate creation of wax patterns, where skilled artisans delicately inject premium wax into expertly crafted aluminum molds. These molds are the embodiment of perfection, mirroring the exact shape and dimensions of the final product with astounding precision. The wax model is the blueprint, the cornerstone upon which the entire casting process is built. The excellence and precision of this wax pattern are paramount, as they determine the ultimate quality of the metal component.
2. Assembly
In this meticulous assembly phase, individual wax patterns are thoughtfully aligned and attached to a central wax sprue, forming what is known as a pattern assembly or wax tree. This central sprue is critical, as it provides the pathway for molten metal to navigate, filling every intricately crafted cavity of the wax patterns. This step demands uncompromising attention to detail, ensuring each wax pattern is perfectly aligned and securely affixed to the sprue.
3. Shell Building
Upon completing the assembly, we transition into the transformative shell-building stage. The pattern assembly is meticulously immersed in a high-quality ceramic slurry, with successive layers of refractory material applied—each layer allowed to dry thoroughly before the next is added. This labor-intensive process culminates in a robust, durable ceramic shell that encases the wax patterns, providing the structural integrity and protection essential for the subsequent casting stages.
4. Dewaxing
With the ceramic shell complete, we proceed to the pivotal dewaxing stage. The entire assembly is placed in a specialized furnace, where intense heat melts and drains away the wax, defining this as the 'lost-wax casting' process. This leaves behind a hollow ceramic mold with precise cavities, an exact replica of the original patterns, now ready to receive the molten metal.
5. Burnout/Preheating
Following dewaxing, the ceramic mold undergoes a burnout phase, exposed to extreme temperatures. This crucial step ensures that all residual wax is eradicated, hardens the ceramic mold, and primes it for the pouring process. Preheating is key to facilitating smooth metal flow and even cavity filling, significantly minimizing defect risks. Post-preheating, the mold is ideally conditioned to welcome the molten metal.
6. Pouring
The heart of investment casting lies in the pouring stage. Carefully selected molten metal, tailored to meet precise grade requirements, is expertly poured into the preheated ceramic mold. The metal courses swiftly through the detailed cavities, capturing every nuance of the design. As it cools and solidifies, the metal assumes the precise form of the wax patterns, culminating in the creation of a beautifully accurate metal component. Precision in pouring is crucial to uphold the component's quality and structural integrity.
7. Shell Removal
Once the metal has solidified, the protective ceramic shell is gently removed, unveiling the final metal component. Vibratory methods facilitate the careful removal of this shell, revealing the intricate craftsmanship of the metal casting. This step demands caution and precision to maintain the integrity of the newly formed metal part.
8. Cut-off
Once the shell has been carefully stripped away, the individual metal castings are expertly detached from the central sprue using specialized saws or cutting tools. This meticulous separation process is conducted with utmost precision, ensuring a clean, flawless cut that leaves the metal components perfectly prepped and poised for further processing.
9. Finishing
In the grand finale of the investment casting process, we engage in an array of sophisticated finishing operations to meet the specific demands of the component. Tailored to the application, these finishing techniques are pivotal. For example, heat treatment may be employed to bolster the mechanical properties of the metal, enhancing its strength and durability. To achieve unparalleled precision in dimensions and tolerances, CNC machining is applied. Shot blasting serves to cleanse the surface, leaving it impeccably smooth, while polishing brings forth a radiant, striking appearance that captivates.
Investment casting stands as an extraordinary manufacturing process that expertly weaves together skill, precision, and cutting-edge techniques. It is renowned for producing high-caliber metal components that consistently meet the stringent expectations of diverse industries worldwide.
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: Experience seamless delivery with Qingdao Starise Metal Technology Co., Ltd. Our robust partnerships with renowned logistics enterprises empower us to offer customized transportation solutions. Whether by road, rail, sea, or air, we ensure your Commercial Vehicles Pipes and Valves with Enhanced Silicon and Chromium reach their destination safely and promptly, tailored to meet your unique requirements and the specific nature of your goods.
- Delivery Timeliness: Efficiency meets reliability! For standard orders, we commit to dispatching your products within 30 working days post-production and inspection. Facing a time crunch? No problem—we offer flexible arrangements for urgent orders, prioritizing both production and delivery processes to meet your deadlines swiftly.
- Logistics Tracking: Stay informed every step of the way with our advanced tracking service. Access real-time updates on your shipment's status using the order or logistics tracking number. Whether through our official website or our partner platforms, you're always in the loop regarding the location and anticipated arrival time of your goods.
Packaging
- Rust Prevention Treatment: Protecting what matters! Our cast steel parts undergo a meticulous rust prevention treatment, where high-quality rust preventives are applied to create a robust anti-rust film. This ensures your products remain pristine, unaffected by rust throughout transit and storage.
- Buffer Protection: Safety first! We use premium buffer materials like foam boards and sponges to encase delicate parts, safeguarding them against potential bumps and collisions during transportation.
- Outer Packaging: Robust and reliable! Smaller cast steel parts are securely nestled in sturdy wooden boxes, fortified with stuffing to eliminate movement during transit. For larger components, we utilize custom metal or wooden frames, and when required, opt for container transportation to guarantee the utmost safety of your shipment.

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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