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 in the industry, embodying the perfect fusion of trade and technological sophistication. Specializing in the research, development, production, and international trade of precision casting parts, this pioneering enterprise has cemented its expertise over more than three decades. Its state-of-the-art production base, sprawling across 47,000 square meters, includes 10,000 square meters dedicated to high-standard production workshops. With an impressive annual production capacity exceeding 30,000 tons of precision cast steel parts, Qingdao Starise Metal has a formidable global footprint, exporting to over 20 countries across Europe, America, and Asia, among other regions.
Our History:
1. Founding Period (1995-1998):
Founded in 1996 in the vibrant city of Pingdu, Qingdao, China, the company embarked on its journey by crafting high-quality precision casting solutions tailored for the agricultural machinery and automotive axle sectors. This initial chapter in its history saw the production of small-scale precision castings, leveraging the traditional yet effective silica gel precision casting technology.
2. Technological Accumulation and Expansion (1998-2014):
The year 1998 marked a pivotal moment as the company embraced cutting-edge investment casting and sand casting technologies. This strategic shift enabled the production of medium to large-scale precision castings, significantly expanding its capabilities. By 2006, the company achieved ISO9001 certification, a testament to its unwavering commitment to quality and reliability. Between 2009 and 2014, the company escalated its production prowess by expanding facilities, adding numerous production lines, and adopting efficient casting processes, positioning itself to adeptly meet the diverse demands of multi-batch and bespoke manufacturing.
3. Brand Marketing (2016-2020):
With an eye on brand prestige, 2016 marked the commencement of a robust brand-building strategy through active participation in both domestic and international industry exhibitions, enhancing brand visibility. By 2017, the company had broadened its global reach, forging enduring partnerships with overseas clientele. The pinnacle of this era was reached by 2020, as the company advanced its technological repertoire with multiple patented innovations, elevating product precision and quality to new heights.
4. Technological Innovation and Sustainable Development (2018-2024):
In 2018, the company initiated a dedicated research and development center, spearheading the exploration of novel materials and processes. A year later, it unveiled an eco-friendly precision casting process, which effectively curbed pollution emissions while enhancing the quality of both surface and internal casting defects. By 2020, the company's strides in innovation were nationally recognized, culminating in its designation as a high-tech enterprise.
5. Intelligent Manufacturing and Future Vision:
Amid the challenges of the global pandemic in 2019, the company demonstrated agility by recalibrating its market strategy, bolstering online marketing and service capabilities to maintain steady business growth. In 2021, it launched a forward-thinking intelligent manufacturing initiative, seamlessly integrating automation and information technology. This ambitious endeavor significantly enhanced production efficiency and management capabilities, heralding a new era of industrial excellence.
6. Looking Ahead:
Rooted in a culture of innovation-driven progress, the company is steadfast in its mission to achieve a preeminent global standing in the precision casting industry, steering into the future with confidence and determination.
Investment casting stands as a pinnacle of sophisticated manufacturing, celebrated worldwide for its ability to craft metal components with exquisite precision. This method is indispensable across a spectrum of industries, from aerospace to automotive and medical fields. Here, we delve into the meticulously detailed steps of this process, each contributing to the creation of components that embody exceptional accuracy and quality.
1. Wax Pattern Creation
The journey of investment casting begins with the masterful creation of wax patterns. In this stage, skilled artisans inject premium-grade wax into meticulously designed aluminum molds. These molds capture every nuance of the final product, ensuring that the wax model sets the stage as the definitive blueprint for the entire casting journey. The precision achieved here directly influences the ultimate quality of the metal component.
2. Assembly
During the assembly phase, each individual wax pattern is meticulously joined to a central wax sprue, forming what is known as a pattern assembly or wax tree. This central sprue is vital, serving as the conduit for molten metal to flow seamlessly into the delicate cavities of the wax patterns. This step demands precision to guarantee alignment and secure attachment, setting the foundation for flawless casting.
3. Shell Building
With the pattern assembly ready, the intricate shell-building stage begins. This involves carefully immersing the assembly in a premium ceramic slurry. Each layer of refractory material is applied with precision, ensuring that it dries completely before the next is added. This painstaking process results in a robust and protective ceramic shell that envelopes the wax patterns, essential for the subsequent stages of casting.
4. Dewaxing
The dewaxing stage is crucial once the ceramic shell is solidified. The entire assembly is placed in a specialized furnace, where high temperatures melt and evacuate the wax, hence the name 'lost-wax casting'. This creates a precise hollow ceramic mold, ready to receive molten metal.
5. Burnout/Preheating
Post-dewaxing, the ceramic mold undergoes burnout, a high-temperature phase that removes any wax residue, fortifies the ceramic structure, and primes it for metal pouring. Preheating ensures the mold is perfectly prepared, allowing the molten metal to fill cavities seamlessly, minimizing defects, and optimizing the casting process.
6. Pouring
Pouring is the heartbeat of investment casting. Here, molten metal, selected for its specific grade, is carefully introduced into the preheated ceramic mold. Each cavity is filled with precision, as the metal cools and solidifies, mirroring the original wax design with exactitude. Precision in this step is paramount, as it dictates the component's final integrity and quality.
7. Shell Removal
With the metal now solidified, the encompassing ceramic shell is removed to reveal the metal component. Careful vibratory methods break away the shell, unveiling the intricate metal casting within. Precision is vital to prevent damage to the newly revealed component.
8. Cut-off
Once the protective shell is delicately removed, the stage is set for the separation of individual metal castings from the central sprue. This crucial step employs the use of advanced saws and cutting tools, executing each cut with meticulous precision. Such accuracy ensures that each metal component emerges flawlessly, primed and ready for subsequent processing and refinement.
9. Finishing
Culminating the investment casting journey is the pivotal finishing phase, where each component undergoes bespoke procedures tailored to its unique specifications. Depending on its intended use, a spectrum of finishing techniques may be deployed. Imagine heat treatment endowing the metal with enhanced strength and hardness, fortifying its resilience. CNC machining takes center stage when exacting dimensions and precise tolerances are paramount. For a pristine surface, shot blasting sweeps away impurities, leaving an immaculate, smooth finish. When a striking, luminous appearance is desired, polishing comes into play, transforming the surface into a beacon of brilliance.
Investment casting stands as a testament to superior industrial craftsmanship, intertwining skill, precision, and innovative techniques. It crafts metal components of unparalleled quality, meeting the highest standards demanded by diverse industries and applications, all with remarkable proficiency.
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 top-tier rust prevention treatment ensures that the surface of each cast steel part is meticulously coated with premium-quality rust inhibitors. This creates a robust and dense anti-rust film, safeguarding the components against corrosion during both transportation and storage.
2. Buffer Protection: To ensure your products arrive in pristine condition, we employ advanced buffer protection. Delicate parts that are susceptible to impacts are securely wrapped with high-grade foam boards and sponges, minimizing the risk of collision damage during transit.
3. Outer Packaging: Our packaging solutions are tailored to the needs of our products. Smaller cast steel parts are encased in durable wooden boxes, with interiors cushioned by ample stuffing to eliminate movement during transportation. For larger components, we utilize bespoke metal or wooden frames, and where necessary, employ container transportation to guarantee the utmost safety during transit.
Shipping
1. Logistics Selection: We collaborate with a network of renowned logistics partners, ensuring a seamless shipping experience. Depending on your specific requirements and the nature of the goods, we offer a variety of transportation options, including road, rail, sea, and air freight, to guarantee timely and secure delivery.
2. Delivery Timeliness: We pride ourselves on our commitment to punctuality. For standard orders, dispatch occurs within [X] working days post-completion and inspection. For urgent requests, we offer flexible solutions to expedite production and prioritize delivery, ensuring your needs are met swiftly.
3. Logistics Tracking: Experience peace of mind with our comprehensive real-time tracking service. Whether through our company website or our logistics partners' platforms, customers can effortlessly monitor their order's journey using either an order number or logistics tracking number, staying informed on the shipment's location and anticipated arrival times.
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.