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. stands as a beacon of excellence in the integration of industry and trade, specializing in the pioneering research, meticulous production, and expansive global trade of precision casting components. With a legacy spanning more than three decades, this esteemed enterprise relies on its state-of-the-art holding factory to make significant strides in the industry. Encompassing a modern production facility that stretches across 47,000 square meters, including 10,000 square meters of high-standard production workshops, the company boasts an impressive annual production capacity exceeding 30,000 tons of precision-cast steel parts. These premium products have made their mark in over 20 countries and regions across Europe, America, and Asia, underscoring the company’s global reach and reputation.
Our History:
1. Founding Period (1996-1998):
Founded in 1996 in Pingdu City, Qingdao, China, the company embarked on a journey to supply exceptional precision casting solutions tailored for the agricultural machinery and automotive axle sectors. This initial phase marked the company's dedication to crafting small-scale precision castings through traditional silica gel precision casting methods, laying the groundwork for future growth.
2. Technological Accumulation and Expansion (1998-2014):
The year 1998 was a milestone as the company adopted cutting-edge investment casting and sand casting technologies, empowering the production of medium to large-scale precision castings. With the attainment of ISO9001 certification in 2006, the company assured unwavering quality and reliability in its offerings. Between 2009 and 2014, the company witnessed a substantial expansion of its production facilities, the introduction of multiple new production lines, and the adoption of proficient casting processes, all of which amplified its capacity to produce diverse, multi-batch, and bespoke products.
3. Brand Marketing (2016-2020):
In 2016, the company embarked on an ambitious journey to elevate its brand by actively engaging in domestic and international industry exhibitions aimed at amplifying brand recognition. The pivotal year 2017 saw an expansion of its global footprint, fostering enduring collaborative relationships with international clients. By the year 2020, the company had crafted a suite of patented technologies, significantly enhancing product precision and quality, further solidifying its market position.
4. Technological Innovation and Sustainable Development (2018-2024):
In 2018, the company made a strategic investment in a dedicated research and development center, focused on pioneering new materials and processes. The following year, it unveiled an eco-friendly precision casting process, drastically diminishing pollution emissions and elevating the quality of surface and internal components in castings. The esteemed distinction of being recognized as a national high-tech enterprise in 2020 served as a testament to the company’s commitment to technological innovation.
5. Intelligent Manufacturing and Future Vision:
In the face of the global pandemic in 2019, the company adeptly adjusted its market strategies by bolstering online marketing and service capabilities to maintain robust business growth. The year 2021 marked the launch of an intelligent manufacturing initiative, seamlessly integrating automation and information technology, thus elevating production efficiency and managerial prowess.
6. Looking Ahead:
With a steadfast commitment to its innovation-driven development ethos, the company continues its pursuit to ascend as a global leader in the precision casting sector, charting a path towards a future of excellence and prominence.
Investment casting stands as a hallmark of modern manufacturing, celebrated for its precision and complexity in crafting metal components of the highest caliber. This sophisticated process, utilized extensively across industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical, ensures components of unmatched accuracy and superior quality. Let's delve into the meticulously refined steps of the investment casting process, unveiling the journey of these extraordinary components.
1. Wax Pattern Creation
The investment casting process begins with the precise art of wax pattern creation. Expert artisans inject premium wax into meticulously engineered aluminum molds, capturing the exact dimensions and intricate details of the final product with astonishing fidelity. This wax model forms the blueprint of the casting process, with its precision and quality crucially influencing the final outcome of the metal component.
2. Assembly
During the assembly phase, each wax pattern is carefully positioned and attached to a central wax sprue, creating what is known as a pattern assembly or wax tree. This central sprue serves as the vital conduit for the molten metal, directing its flow into the intricately shaped cavities. Precision in alignment and secure attachment is imperative to ensure the success of this step.
3. Shell Building
With the pattern assembly completed, the transformative shell-building stage begins. This involves dipping the assembly into a premium ceramic slurry multiple times, each layer drying fully before the next is applied. The result is a robust, durable ceramic shell encasing the wax patterns, providing essential support and protection for the steps ahead.
4. Dewaxing
After forming the ceramic shell, dewaxing is the next critical step. The assembly is heated in a specialized furnace, causing the wax to melt and exit the ceramic shell, hence the term 'lost-wax casting.' The process leaves behind a hollow ceramic mold, an exact negative of the original wax patterns, ready to receive molten metal.
5. Burnout/Preheating
Post-dewaxing, the mold undergoes a burnout process at high temperatures to remove any residual wax and solidify the ceramic structure. Preheating the mold is crucial, ensuring smooth metal flow and even cavity filling, minimizing defect risks. Once preheating is complete, the mold stands prepared to embrace the molten metal.
6. Pouring
Pouring is the centerpiece of the investment casting process. Carefully selected molten metal is poured into the preheated ceramic mold. The precision pouring ensures that the metal flows seamlessly into every intricately shaped cavity. As it cools, the metal adopts the precise form of the wax patterns, manifesting the metal component envisioned.
7. Shell Removal
Following solidification, the ceramic shell is removed to unveil the metal component. Vibratory techniques gently break the shell, revealing the intricately crafted casting. Careful handling is essential to preserve the integrity of the delicate cast metal.
8. Cut-off
Once the shell has been meticulously removed, the individual metal castings are carefully separated from the central sprue with the use of specialized saws or precision cutting tools. This separation is executed with utmost precision to ensure a flawless and exact cut, leaving each metal component in pristine condition and fully prepared for the next stages of processing.
9. Finishing
The crowning phase of the investment casting process is dedicated to performing essential finishing operations, tailored to meet the distinct specifications of each component. Depending on its destined application, a variety of sophisticated finishing techniques may be employed. For example, heat treatment may be applied to significantly enhance the mechanical properties of the metal, boosting its strength and hardness. CNC machining offers the capability to achieve remarkably precise dimensions and exacting tolerances. Shot blasting is often chosen to impeccably clean the surface, resulting in a fine, smooth finish. Meanwhile, polishing is carried out to create a lustrous and appealing surface that meets the desired aesthetic standards.
Investment casting stands as a truly extraordinary manufacturing process, blending unparalleled skill, precision, and state-of-the-art techniques to produce exceptional high-quality metal components that consistently meet the most rigorous standards across a vast array of 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
- Rust Prevention Treatment: To safeguard the pristine condition of our cast steel parts, we apply a superior-grade rust preventive coating that forms a robust and impenetrable anti-rust shield. This ensures optimal protection against rust during transit and storage, preserving the quality of each piece.
- Buffer Protection: For components that are susceptible to impacts, we employ state-of-the-art buffer materials like foam boards and sponges. These materials are meticulously wrapped around the parts, offering exceptional protection against any collision-related damage during transportation.
- Outer Packaging: Our small cast steel parts are meticulously encased in durable wooden boxes, securely cushioned with internal stuffing to eliminate movement during transit. For larger parts, we utilize custom-engineered metal or wooden frames, with an option for container shipping if needed, ensuring unparalleled safety during transportation.
Shipping
- Logistics Selection: We have forged solid partnerships with leading logistics firms, enabling us to offer a range of tailored transportation solutions. Depending on your requirements and the specific nature of your goods, we provide road, rail, sea, and air freight options, guaranteeing prompt and secure delivery to your doorstep.
- Delivery Timeliness: For standard orders, our efficient system ensures dispatch within 30 working days post-production and quality check. For urgent needs, we offer flexible negotiations to expedite the process, prioritizing both production and shipment to meet your critical deadlines.
- Logistics Tracking: Experience our cutting-edge, real-time tracking service that keeps you informed at every step. By simply using your order number or logistics tracking number on our official website or our partner's platform, you can seamlessly monitor the precise location and anticipated arrival time of your shipment, anytime, anywhere.

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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