| 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 precision casting industry. As a seamlessly integrated industry and trade enterprise, we specialize in the pioneering research, development, production, and global trading of precision casting parts. With over three decades of experience, our state-of-the-art production base sprawls across 47,000 square meters, including 10,000 square meters dedicated to high-standard production workshops. Boasting an impressive annual production capacity exceeding 30,000 tons of precision cast steel parts, our products proudly reach over 20 countries across Europe, America, and Asia, marking our global footprint.
Our History:
1. Founding Period (1995-1998):
In 1996, nestled in the heart of Pingdu City, Qingdao, China, our company embarked on its journey with a steadfast commitment to delivering superior precision casting solutions tailored for the agricultural machinery and automotive axle sectors. During this foundational era, we honed our expertise in manufacturing small-scale precision castings, utilizing traditional silica gel precision casting technology to set industry benchmarks.
2. Technological Accumulation and Expansion (1998-2014):
1998 marked a technological renaissance for our company as we embraced cutting-edge investment casting and sand casting technologies. This advancement paved the way for producing medium to large-scale precision castings. Achieving ISO9001 certification in 2006 was a testament to our unwavering dedication to quality. Between 2009 and 2014, we undertook a significant expansion of our production facilities, incorporating multiple new production lines, and adopting advanced casting processes. This strategic growth enabled us to cater to the diverse and customized demands of multi-batch manufacturing with enhanced production capacity.
3. Brand Marketing (2016-2020):
In 2016, we embarked on a mission to elevate our brand presence by actively engaging in both domestic and international industry exhibitions. This endeavor aimed to elevate brand recognition and establish our reputation. By 2017, our global market presence was fortified through enduring partnerships with overseas clients. By 2020, our relentless pursuit of excellence had culminated in the development of multiple patented technologies, significantly refining product precision and quality.
4. Technological Innovation and Sustainable Development (2018-2024):
2018 witnessed the inception of our dedicated research and development center, a hub for exploring innovative materials and pioneering processes. In 2019, we revolutionized the precision casting industry by creating an environmentally friendly casting process that dramatically reduced emissions while enhancing surface and internal quality. The year 2020 was a milestone as we received national high-tech enterprise recognition, celebrating our strides in technological innovation.
5. Intelligent Manufacturing and Future Vision:
Confronted by the global pandemic in 2019, our company swiftly recalibrated its market strategies. By strengthening online marketing and enhancing service capabilities, we ensured resilient business growth. The launch of an intelligent manufacturing initiative in 2021 marked a new era, integrating automation and information technology to boost production efficiency and management prowess.
6. Looking Ahead:
Driven by an unwavering commitment to innovation-driven development, we aim to cement our leadership in the global precision casting industry. Our sights are set on a future where we continue to push boundaries and redefine industry standards.
Investment casting is a highly sophisticated and intricate manufacturing process renowned for its ability to produce 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, during which 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
Upon the meticulous removal of the shell, the intricate metal castings are expertly detached from the central sprue using state-of-the-art saws or precision cutting tools. This crucial separation is executed with the utmost care and precision, ensuring a pristine and exact cut. The resulting metal component is then perfectly primed and ready for the next stages of processing, reflecting our commitment to quality and excellence.
9. Finishing
The culmination of the investment casting journey involves executing any requisite finishing operations to fulfill the precise specifications of each component. Tailored to the application, a variety of sophisticated finishing techniques may be employed. For example, heat treatment is often essential to enhance the metal's mechanical attributes, such as its robustness and hardness. CNC machining is expertly applied to attain impeccable dimensions and tolerances. To cleanse the surface and bestow a sleek, refined finish, shot blasting is commonly used. Additionally, polishing can be meticulously performed to achieve the desired luminous and appealing surface sheen, ensuring every component is as aesthetically pleasing as it is functional.
Investment casting is an extraordinary and intricate manufacturing process that harmoniously blends skill, precision, and cutting-edge techniques. This remarkable method produces superior-quality metal components that adhere to the strictest standards demanded by a diverse array of industries, guaranteeing reliability and performance excellence.
| 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 safeguard our robust cast steel parts from the perils of rust both in transit and storage, we meticulously apply a superior-grade rust preventive. This creates an impenetrable shield that effectively wards off corrosion, ensuring your products arrive as pristine as when they left the production line.
2. Buffer Protection: Our commitment to delivering flawless parts extends to protective measures against transit damage. Delicate parts are cocooned in high-quality buffer materials like foam boards and sponges, providing a cushion that absorbs any impact and prevents collision damage, ensuring your products are delivered impeccable.
3. Outer Packaging: For small cast steel parts, we utilize robust wooden boxes lined with protective stuffing, ensuring stability and preventing movement during transit. Larger components receive custom-fitted metal or wooden frame packaging, with container transport as an option to guarantee utmost safety and security throughout their journey.
Shipping
1. Logistics Selection: By forging strategic alliances with leading logistics companies, we offer tailored transport solutions to match your specific needs. Whether by road, rail, sea, or air, each method is meticulously chosen to ensure your goods are delivered timely and securely, reflecting our commitment to exceptional service.
2. Delivery Timeliness: For standard orders, we guarantee dispatch within [X] working days post-production and quality inspection. For those urgent needs, we offer flexible arrangements to expedite the process, placing priority on both manufacturing and delivery to meet your critical timelines.
3. Logistics Tracking: Stay informed with our real-time tracking service. Access up-to-the-minute updates on your shipment's status through our user-friendly online platform or partner logistics service. With order or tracking number at hand, you can effortlessly monitor your cargo's journey and anticipated time of arrival.
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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