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. is a leading industry and trade integration enterprise, renowned for its dedication to the research, production, and global distribution of top-tier precision casting parts. With ownership of a cutting-edge factory, the company boasts a rich legacy spanning over 30 years in the industry. It proudly operates a state-of-the-art production base sprawling across 47,000 square meters, including 10,000 square meters of premium production workshops. With an impressive annual production capability exceeding 30,000 tons of precision cast steel parts, the company's exceptional products are exported to over 20 countries across Europe, America, Asia, and beyond.
Our History:
1. Founding Period (1995-1998):
In 1996, Qingdao Starise Metal Technology Co., Ltd. was founded in Pingdu City, Qingdao, China, marking the beginning of its journey with a focus on delivering superior precision casting solutions tailored for the agricultural machinery and automotive axle industries. Initially, the company specialized in producing small-scale precision castings through the traditional silica gel precision casting technology.
2. Technological Accumulation and Expansion (1998-2014):
The year 1998 marked a pivotal moment as the company embraced advanced investment casting and sand casting technologies, facilitating the production of medium and large-scale precision castings. Achieving ISO9001 certification in 2006 affirmed the quality and reliability of its casting products. Between 2009 and 2014, the company significantly bolstered its production facilities, implemented multiple new production lines, and adopted efficient casting processes, thereby elevating its production capacity to cater to the demands of diverse, multi-batch, and customized product manufacturing.
3. Brand Marketing (2016-2020):
In 2016, the company embarked on an ambitious journey to elevate its brand, actively participating in both domestic and international industry exhibitions to bolster brand recognition. This strategic brand building led to an expanded global market presence in 2017, establishing enduring partnerships with overseas clientele. By 2020, the company had successfully pioneered multiple patented technologies, enhancing product precision and quality.
4. Technological Innovation and Sustainable Development (2018-2024):
Starting in 2018, the company made significant investments to establish a dedicated research and development center, concentrating on innovative materials and processes. In 2019, the development of an eco-friendly precision casting process dramatically reduced pollution emissions during production and markedly improved the quality of surface and internal casting defects. Recognition came in 2020 when the company was officially honored as a national high-tech enterprise, highlighting its prowess in technological innovation.
5. Intelligent Manufacturing and Future Vision:
Amid the global pandemic challenges in 2019, the company adeptly revised its market strategy, enhancing online marketing and service capabilities to maintain robust business growth. By 2021, it ushered in an era of intelligent manufacturing, seamlessly integrating automation and information technology to boost production efficiency and management excellence.
6. Looking Ahead:
Qingdao Starise Metal Technology Co., Ltd. remains steadfast in its commitment to innovation-driven development, relentlessly pursuing a leading position within the global precision casting industry, ready to embrace the future with confidence and forward-thinking strategies.
Investment casting is a masterpiece of sophisticated manufacturing processes, celebrated for its exceptional precision in crafting metal components. From aerospace to automotive, medical sectors, and beyond, it delivers unmatched accuracy and quality. Dive into the finely detailed and refined steps of the investment casting process and discover how these extraordinary components are brought to life with exemplary craftsmanship.
1. Wax Pattern Creation
The investment casting odyssey begins with the intricate craft of wax pattern creation. Master artisans skillfully inject superior wax material into meticulously engineered aluminum molds, which are designed with precision to mirror the final product's exact shape and dimensions. This wax model becomes the cornerstone and blueprint for the entire casting journey. Remember, the precision and quality of this wax pattern are crucial, as they directly influence the excellence of the final metal component.
2. Assembly
During the assembly phase, each handcrafted wax pattern is meticulously affixed to a central wax sprue, forming what is commonly known as a pattern assembly or wax tree. The central sprue is vital, acting as the indispensable channel for molten metal to flow and fill the intricately carved cavities of the wax patterns. This step demands meticulous attention to detail, ensuring the wax patterns are properly aligned and securely attached to the sprue, setting the foundation for success.
3. Shell Building
With the pattern assembly completed, the transformation moves into the shell-building phase. This complex step involves repeatedly immersing the pattern assembly into a premium ceramic slurry. Layer by layer, refractory materials are applied, ensuring each is thoroughly dried before the next. This meticulous process results in a robust, durable ceramic shell that envelops the wax patterns, providing essential structure and protection for the steps ahead.
4. Dewaxing
Following the formation of the ceramic shell, the pivotal dewaxing step begins. The entire assembly, encased in its ceramic shell, enters a specialized furnace where high temperatures melt and drain away the wax, hence the term "lost-wax casting." What remains is a hollow ceramic mold, with cavities precisely mirroring the original wax patterns, primed to embrace the molten metal in its next transformation.
5. Burnout/Preheating
In the burnout stage that follows dewaxing, the ceramic mold faces extreme heat. This essential process ensures any residual wax vanishes, fortifies the ceramic structure, and primes it for the pouring process. Preheating is key, as it aids the molten metal in flowing smoothly, filling the cavities evenly, and minimizing defects. Once preheating is complete, the mold is perfectly prepared to receive the molten metal.
6. Pouring
The pouring phase is the heart of the investment casting process. Molten metal, expertly selected to meet the component's specific grade requirements, is poured with precision into the preheated ceramic mold. It swiftly navigates the intricately shaped cavities, ensuring every nook and cranny is filled. As it cools and solidifies, the metal adopts the exact form and dimensions of the wax patterns, bringing forth the envisioned metal component. Mastery in controlling this step is critical for ensuring the product's quality and integrity.
7. Shell Removal
Once the metal has set, removing the ceramic shell is essential to reveal the final metal masterpiece. Vibratory techniques gently break away the ceramic, unveiling the intricately crafted metal casting beneath. This step is handled with utmost care to preserve the delicate final product.
8. Cut-off
After the removal of the shell, the metal castings are meticulously separated from the central sprue using precision-engineered saws or cutting tools. This careful process ensures a pristine and accurate cut, preparing the metal component for subsequent stages of refinement and processing with unparalleled precision.
9. Finishing
The concluding phase in the investment casting process involves executing meticulous finishing operations tailored to the specific requirements of each component. According to its application, a variety of sophisticated finishing techniques can be applied. Heat treatment may be essential for enhancing the metal's mechanical attributes, such as strength and hardness, ensuring resilience and longevity. CNC machining is employed for achieving the utmost precision in dimensions and tolerances. Shot blasting effectively cleans the surface, imparting a fine, smooth finish, while polishing is performed to attain a lustrous, appealing surface appearance that meets aesthetic standards.
Investment casting stands as an extraordinary manufacturing process that seamlessly blends expertise, precision, and cutting-edge techniques to produce superior metal components. These components adhere to the most stringent standards and cater to an extensive array of industries, underscoring the process's versatility and 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
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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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Exquisite Packaging Solutions
1. Rust Prevention Treatment: To safeguard against the relentless advance of rust during transit and storage, our cast steel parts are meticulously treated with premium rust preventives. This process envelops the surface in a robust, dense anti-rust film, ensuring enduring protection and impeccable quality preservation.
2. Buffer Protection: Embrace peace of mind with our superior buffer protection strategy. Delicate parts vulnerable to impacts are lovingly cocooned in cushioning materials like foam boards and sponges, all to guard against any transportation-induced bruises or scratches.
3. Outer Packaging: Our packaging paradigm blends robustness and precision. Small cast steel parts are nestled in durable wooden boxes, each packed with protective stuffing to eliminate transit tremors. Meanwhile, larger parts are securely anchored with custom-crafted metal or wooden frames, and for ultimate safety, containerized transport is available to uphold their integrity throughout the journey.
Efficient and Reliable Shipping
1. Logistics Selection: Our strategic alliances with top-tier logistics enterprises empower us to tailor transportation solutions per customer needs and product specifications. Whether opting for road, rail, sea, or air, each mode is carefully chosen to assure a seamless, timely, and secure delivery process.
2. Delivery Timeliness: Standard orders are dispatched within [X] working days post-production and quality assurance checks. For those with urgent requirements, we offer negotiable, expedited timelines, placing a premium on accelerating both production and dispatch to meet your tight deadlines.
3. Logistics Tracking: Stay informed with our state-of-the-art real-time tracking service. By leveraging our official website or partner logistics platforms, customers can effortlessly monitor their shipment's journey using the order or tracking number, ensuring they are always in the know about their goods' whereabouts and expected delivery time.
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.