Industry |
Material |
Process |
Application |
Technical advantages |
Commercial Vehicle
Heavy-duty Truck Axle |
Carbon steel |
Coated Sand Casting/
Lost Wax Casting |
Leaf Spring Support Bracket for Rear Axle |
Multiple process layouts can take advantage of the advantages of two processes, with flexible production arrangements and high efficiency |
Mining Truck Axle |
Carbon steel |
Coated Sand Casting |
Steering Knuckle/Axle Shaft Connection Bracket on Axle |
The coated sand casting uses independent sand preparation, with stable quality, good product surface finish and high production efficiency. |
Heavy-duty Truck
Exhausted System |
Carbon steel |
Lost Wax Casting |
Commercial Vehicle Heavy-Duty Exhaust System |
Lost wax casting process, using silica sol in the pre-process, good product surface quality, less mold cost, and small quatity production. |
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Qingdao Starise Metal Technology Co., Ltd. proudly stands as an exceptional industry and trade integration enterprise, specializing in the cutting-edge research, development, and international trade of precision casting parts. With the robust support of its holding factory, Qingdao Starise has cultivated a profound presence in the industry for more than 30 illustrious years. Boasting a modern production base that sprawls across 47,000 square meters, including 10,000 square meters of state-of-the-art production workshops, the company commands an impressive annual output exceeding 30,000 tons of precision cast steel parts. Exporting its premium products to over 20 countries and regions in Europe, America, and Asia, Qingdao Starise is a beacon of quality and innovation.
Our History:
1. Founding Period (1996-1998):
Founded in 1996 in the vibrant city of Pingdu, Qingdao, China, our company initially set its sights on the agricultural machinery and automotive axle industries, delivering impeccable precision casting solutions. In this formative phase, we specialized in crafting small-scale precision castings, utilizing the tried-and-true traditional silica gel precision casting technology to ensure superior quality.
2. Technological Accumulation and Expansion (1998-2014):
1998 marked a pivotal year as the company adopted advanced investment and sand casting technologies, propelling us into the realm of medium and large-scale precision castings. In a testament to our unwavering dedication to quality, we attained ISO9001 certification in 2006. Between 2009 and 2014, we embarked on an ambitious expansion of our production facilities, integrating multiple cutting-edge production lines and efficient casting processes. These strategic advancements substantially increased our production capacity, enabling us to adeptly cater to the demands of diverse, multi-batch, and customized manufacturing projects.
3. Brand Marketing (2016-2020):
In 2016, we embarked on an ambitious journey to strengthen our brand presence by actively participating in prominent domestic and international industry exhibitions, thereby elevating our brand recognition. Our global market footprint expanded significantly in 2017 as we forged long-term, strategic partnerships with overseas customers. By 2020, we had pioneered multiple patented technologies, elevating our product precision and quality to new heights.
4. Technological Innovation and Sustainable Development (2018-2024):
In a bold move in 2018, we established a dedicated research and development center, delving into the exploration of novel materials and processes. By 2019, our commitment to sustainability was evident with the development of an eco-friendly precision casting process, which significantly curtailed pollution emissions and improved the quality of our castings. In 2020, we were honored with the title of a national high-tech enterprise, affirming our trailblazing contributions to technological innovation.
5. Intelligent Manufacturing and Future Vision:
Our resilience shone through in response to the global pandemic of 2019, as we swiftly recalibrated our market strategy, fortifying our online marketing and service capabilities to ensure continued business success. Entering 2021, we launched a visionary intelligent manufacturing initiative, seamlessly integrating automation and information technology to boost both production efficiency and management capabilities.
6. Looking Ahead:
We remain steadfast in our commitment to an innovation-driven development philosophy, fervently working to secure our place as a leader in the global precision casting industry.
Investment casting is a highly sophisticated and intricate manufacturing process renowned for producing high precision metal components. Whether it's for aerospace, automotive, medical, or various other industries, this process offers unparalleled accuracy and quality. Here are the detailed and refined basic steps involved in the investment casting process, which can help you better understand how these remarkable components come to life.
1. Wax Pattern Creation
The investment casting journey commences with the meticulous creation of wax patterns. Highly skilled artisans carefully inject premium wax material into precisely engineered aluminum molds. These molds are designed to replicate the exact shape and dimensions of the final product with remarkable precision. The resulting wax model serves as the fundamental blueprint and foundation for the entire subsequent casting process. It's crucial to note that the quality and accuracy of the wax pattern directly impact the final outcome of the metal component.
2. Assembly
In the assembly stage, the individually crafted wax patterns are meticulously and carefully attached to a central wax sprue. This assembly is commonly referred to as a pattern assembly or a wax tree. The central sprue plays an indispensable and pivotal role as it will act as the essential channel through which the molten metal will eventually flow, filling the intricately shaped cavities of the wax patterns. This step requires great attention to detail to ensure proper alignment and secure attachment of the wax patterns to the sprue.
3. Shell Building
Once the pattern assembly is complete, it's time to embark on the transformative shell-building stage. In this complex and delicate step, the pattern assembly is repeatedly dipped into a high-quality ceramic slurry. Multiple layers of refractory materials are gradually applied, but it's of utmost importance to ensure that each layer is completely dry before adding the next one. This painstaking process results in the creation of a robust, durable, and thick ceramic shell that envelops the delicate wax patterns, providing the necessary structure and protection for the subsequent steps.
4. Dewaxing
After the ceramic shell has been fully formed, the critical step of dewaxing comes into play. The entire assembly, now encased within the ceramic shell, is placed into a specialized furnace and subjected to high temperatures. This heating process causes the wax inside the ceramic shell to melt and drain out, which is why investment casting is also commonly known as "lost-wax casting." The end result is a hollow ceramic mold with precisely defined cavities that are an exact replica of the original wax patterns, ready to receive the molten metal.
5. Burnout/Preheating
Following the dewaxing process, the ceramic mold undergoes a burnout stage where it is exposed to extremely high temperatures. This burnout process serves several important purposes. It ensures that any residual wax is completely removed from the mold, hardens the ceramic structure, and prepares the mold for the upcoming pouring process. Preheating the mold is essential as it helps the molten metal flow more smoothly and fill the cavities evenly, reducing the risk of defects. Once the preheating is complete, the mold is in the optimal condition to receive the molten metal.
6. Pouring
The pouring step is the core and most crucial part of the entire investment casting process. Molten metal, carefully selected to meet the specific metal grade requirements of the component, is meticulously poured into the preheated ceramic mold. The metal flows rapidly into the intricately shaped cavities, filling every corner and crevice of the mold. As the molten metal cools and solidifies within the mold, it takes on the exact shape and dimensions of the original wax patterns, bringing the desired metal component to life. Precise control of the pouring process is essential to ensure the quality and integrity of the final product.
7. Shell Removal
Once the metal has fully solidified, the ceramic shell that once protected the casting needs to be removed to reveal the final metal component. Vibratory methods are commonly used to break away the ceramic shell, carefully unveiling the intricately crafted metal casting hidden within. This step requires careful handling to avoid damaging the delicate metal part.
8. Cut-off
Once the protective shell is meticulously removed, each individual metal casting is expertly separated from the central sprue using advanced saws or cutting tools. This delicate separation is executed with precision and care to ensure a clean, flawless cut, preparing the metal component perfectly for the next stages of processing.
9. Finishing
The crowning step in the investment casting journey involves meticulous finishing operations tailored to meet the unique specifications of each component. Depending on its intended application, a range of sophisticated finishing techniques may be applied. Heat treatment is often employed to significantly bolster the mechanical attributes of the metal, heightening its strength and durability. For achieving impeccable precision in dimensions and stringent tolerances, CNC machining is unrivaled. To cleanse and refine the surface, imparting a smooth, polished finish, shot blasting is frequently utilized. When a brilliant and enticing surface appearance is desired, polishing is the go-to technique.
Investment casting stands as an extraordinary marvel of manufacturing, merging exceptional skill, precise craftsmanship, and cutting-edge techniques to create superior quality metal components. These components are engineered to surpass the most stringent standards, addressing the diverse needs of multiple 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 |
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Packaging Details
- Rust Prevention Treatment: To ensure our premium cast steel parts remain in pristine condition, the surfaces are expertly treated with top-tier rust preventives. This process creates a robust, dense anti-rust film that provides superior protection against rust during both storage and transit.
- Buffer Protection: To safeguard delicate components susceptible to impact, we employ specialized buffer materials such as foam boards and sponges. These materials are meticulously wrapped around the parts to effectively prevent any collision damage during shipping.
- Outer Packaging: Our packaging solutions are designed for durability and stability. Small cast steel parts are encased in resilient wooden boxes, complete with internal stuffing to eliminate movement during transit. For larger components, we utilize custom metal or wooden frames, with options for container transportation, to guarantee utmost safety during the journey.
Shipping Logistics
- Logistics Selection: We proudly partner with a selection of renowned logistics enterprises, ensuring a seamless delivery experience. Tailored transportation methods—be it road, rail, sea, or air—are meticulously chosen based on the specific requirements of the goods and our clients' needs, guaranteeing prompt and secure delivery.
- Delivery Timeliness: Adhering to stringent timelines, regular orders are dispatched within 30 business days post-completion and inspection. For those requiring expedited service, we offer negotiable delivery times, prioritizing both production and shipment to accommodate urgent requests.
- Logistics Tracking: Our state-of-the-art tracking system offers real-time updates on your shipment's journey. By utilizing your order number or logistics tracking number, you can effortlessly monitor the real-time status, location, and estimated arrival of your goods via our official website or our logistics partners' platforms.

1 Q: Where is our company, Starise Metal, located?
A: We are located in Qingdao City, Shandong Province, China. Maybe you know Tingdao Beer, welcome to Qingdao!
2 Q: Are we the manufacturer?
A: Yes, we are a professional manufacturer of metal castings. Our foundry mainly produces iron and steel castings by ourselves. Also, we supply the service of alloy parts casting and sourcing.
3 Q: Which casting process is the best in our company?
A: Sand Casting, lost wax casting, precision casting and investment casting process. The permanent mold casting, low pressure casting and die casting are also available.
4 Q: What materials can we cast?
A: Cast grey iron, ductile iron, carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steel, aluminum, bronze and others.
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