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 distinguished industry and trade integration enterprise, specializing in the innovation, manufacture, and worldwide trade of precision casting parts. With an impressive heritage spanning over three decades, the company leverages its advanced factory to be deeply immersed in the industry. The modern production hub, sprawling across 47,000 square meters with 10,000 square meters dedicated to high-standard workshops, boasts an astounding annual output exceeding 30,000 tons of precision cast steel components. These exceptional products reach a global audience, being exported to over 20 countries across Europe, America, Asia, and beyond.
Our History:
1. Founding Period (1995-1998):
Established in 1996 in the vibrant city of Pingdu, Qingdao, China, Qingdao Starise swiftly carved a niche by delivering superior precision casting solutions tailored to the agricultural machinery and automotive axle sectors. Initially, the company excelled in crafting small-scale precision castings using the traditional silica gel precision casting technique.
2. Technological Accumulation and Expansion (1998-2014):
The year 1998 marked a significant leap forward with the adoption of advanced investment casting and sand casting technologies, paving the way for the production of larger, more intricate castings. Achieving ISO9001 certification in 2006 further cemented the company's reputation for unwavering quality and reliability. Between 2009 and 2014, Qingdao Starise embarked on an ambitious expansion, enhancing its facilities with new production lines and pioneering efficient casting processes. This strategic growth elevated its capacity to cater to the multifaceted demands of diverse, multi-batch, and bespoke manufacturing.
3. Brand Marketing (2016-2020):
In 2016, a new chapter in brand elevation began as Qingdao Starise focused on building a robust brand image through active participation in renowned domestic and international industry exhibitions, amplifying brand visibility. The company made significant strides in global market expansion in 2017, forging enduring partnerships with international clients. By 2020, the development of several patented technologies epitomized the company's commitment to refining product precision and quality.
4. Technological Innovation and Sustainable Development (2018-2024):
In 2018, Qingdao Starise dedicated itself to pioneering new frontiers by establishing a research and development hub centered on novel materials and processes. The ensuing year saw the creation of an eco-friendly precision casting process that not only curbed pollution emissions but also significantly bolstered the castings' surface quality and minimized internal defects. By 2020, the company's relentless pursuit of innovation earned it the prestigious designation of a national high-tech enterprise.
5. Intelligent Manufacturing and Future Vision:
The challenges of the global pandemic in 2019 ushered in a dynamic shift in market strategy, prompting the company to enhance its online marketing prowess and service offerings, ensuring resilient business growth. In 2021, Qingdao Starise unveiled an intelligent manufacturing initiative, seamlessly integrating automation with cutting-edge information technology to revolutionize production efficiency and management competencies.
6. Looking Ahead:
Driven by a philosophy of innovation-led development, Qingdao Starise remains unwavering in its quest to ascend to a preeminent position within the global precision casting industry, continually striving to push the boundaries of excellence.
Investment casting, a masterpiece of manufacturing, is celebrated for crafting high-precision metal components across various industries, from aerospace to automotive and beyond. This sophisticated process guarantees unmatched accuracy and quality. Let's delve into the elaborate steps of investment casting, offering you a comprehensive understanding of how these extraordinary components are meticulously brought to life.
1. Wax Pattern Creation
The investment casting odyssey begins with the intricate creation of wax patterns. Expert artisans skillfully inject top-tier wax material into meticulously engineered aluminum molds. These molds are crafted to replicate the precise shape and dimensions of the final product with astounding precision. The resulting wax model serves as the essential blueprint for the casting process, where the quality and precision of the wax pattern are key determinants of the final metal component's excellence.
2. Assembly
During the assembly phase, individually crafted wax patterns are painstakingly attached to a central wax sprue, forming what is known as a pattern assembly or wax tree. The central sprue is vital, as it becomes the indispensable channel through which molten metal will flow, filling the intricate cavities of the wax patterns. This stage demands meticulous attention to detail to ensure precise alignment and secure attachment, setting the stage for a flawless casting.
3. Shell Building
Upon completing the pattern assembly, the transformative shell-building phase unfolds. This complex step involves repeatedly immersing the assembly in premium ceramic slurry, with each layer of refractory material carefully applied and fully dried before the next. This laborious process culminates in a robust, thick ceramic shell that envelops the wax patterns, providing essential structure and protection for the subsequent casting stages.
4. Dewaxing
Following the formation of the ceramic shell, the critical dewaxing step takes center stage. The entire assembly, encased in the ceramic shell, is placed in a specialized furnace, where high temperatures melt and drain the wax. Known as 'lost-wax casting,' this results in a hollow ceramic mold with intricately defined cavities, mirroring the original wax patterns and primed to receive molten metal.
5. Burnout/Preheating
After dewaxing, the ceramic mold undergoes burnout, exposed to high temperatures to ensure complete wax removal, harden the ceramic, and prepare it for pouring. Preheating is essential as it facilitates smooth metal flow and even cavity filling, reducing defect risks. Once preheated, the mold is perfectly primed for the molten metal.
6. Pouring
Pouring is the pivotal and most vital phase of investment casting. Carefully selected molten metal, meeting specific grade requirements, is precisely poured into the preheated mold. The metal swiftly fills every intricate cavity, cooling and solidifying into the desired shape and dimensions of the original wax patterns. Meticulous pouring control ensures the final product's superior quality and integrity.
7. Shell Removal
Once the metal has solidified, the ceramic shell is carefully removed to unveil the final metal component. Vibratory methods delicately dislodge the shell, revealing the intricately crafted casting. This step demands gentle handling to preserve the metal's delicate features.
8. Cut-off
After the shell has been meticulously stripped away, the individual metal castings are expertly detached from the central sprue using highly specialized saws or cutting tools. This precise separation process ensures an immaculate and exact cut, rendering the metal component perfectly prepared for subsequent processing stages.
9. Finishing
The concluding stage in the investment casting process involves executing meticulous finishing operations tailored to the specific requirements of the component. Depending on its intended application, a variety of sophisticated finishing techniques may be employed. Heat treatment is often applied to significantly enhance the metal's mechanical properties, such as its strength and hardness. CNC machining is utilized to achieve exceptional precision in dimensions and tolerances. Shot blasting is frequently used to cleanse the surface, imparting a refined, smooth finish, while polishing is performed to achieve the desired brilliant and appealing surface appearance.
Investment casting is an extraordinary manufacturing process, seamlessly blending skill, precision, and cutting-edge techniques to craft superior quality metal components. These components are designed to meet the most rigorous standards, serving an extensive array of industries with exceptional reliability and performance.
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
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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: Our cast steel parts are meticulously treated with premium rust-preventive solutions, forming a robust anti-rust film that provides exceptional protection against rust during both transit and storage.
2. Buffer Protection: To safeguard against potential transit damage, we envelop vulnerable parts with advanced cushioning materials such as foam boards and sponges, minimizing collision risks.
3. Outer Packaging: For small cast steel components, we employ durable wooden boxes filled with protective stuffing to ensure stability during transport. Larger components are secured with custom metal or wooden frames, with container shipments available if required, guaranteeing uncompromised safety in transit.
Shipping
1. Logistics Selection: We boast strategic partnerships with esteemed logistics enterprises, allowing us to tailor transportation methods-be it road, rail, sea, or air freight-to perfectly align with customer demands and goods characteristics, ensuring prompt and secure deliveries.
2. Delivery Timeliness: For standard orders, dispatch occurs within [X] working days post-product completion and inspection. Urgent orders are accommodated with prioritized production and delivery, offering negotiable shorter timelines for your convenience.
3. Logistics Tracking: Enjoy our real-time tracking service, enabling you to effortlessly monitor your shipment's journey via our official website or the logistics partner platform. Stay informed of your goods' location and anticipated arrival time with ease.
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.