Metalcasting is one of the oldest technologies known to humans. And today, even though the equipment is very sophisticated, the actual process is remarkably similar to those oldest known operations. At Globe Iron Foundry we use this technology to produce cast iron parts for any number of industries-mostly equipment and durable goods manufacturers.

The Process:
The first step is pattern construction-made of either wood, metal or plastic. This pattern is fabricated using customer blueprint or sample. Or, your existing pattern may be utilized as well.

A mold is made by packing and ramming sand around your pattern. Then the pattern is drawn from the mold, leaving a cavity that represents the casting shape. The pattern may then be reused any number of times to repeat the process.

Molten Iron is poured into the mold, filling the cavity left behind.

The metal is left in the mold to cool which is then deposited into a vibrating shakeout that separates the casting from the sand.

The product (at this point known as the raw casting) is then shot and tumble-blasted in order to remove any sand crust or large flashing.

This casting is then separated from it's gates, risers and sprues and taken to a grinding station for removal of the parting line and any small flashing.

Globe produces any type of casting in all grades of ductile, gray and alloyed irons.

From one unit to a full production run, Globe can meet your requirements. From ounces to tons, we have the capabilities you need.

Our production facilities include fully automated, high production Hunter molding systems, lower to medium production jolt squeezers, a cope and drag production line, a spacious no-bake floor molding center and four electric induction furnaces, representing 25,000 pounds of metal at any one time.