Why is metalcasting considered the backbone of American industry?
The metalcasting industry plays a critical role in every major manufacturing sector in the United States — whether it be energy, transportation, agriculture, aerospace or national defense. Metalcasting is unique among metal-forming processes. It allows us to produce complex components in any metal, raning in weight from several tons to less than an ounce. Artificial heart valves, propellers for aircraft carriers and auto parts are just a few examples of the wide variety of engineered components cast by U.S. foundries. Today, 3,000 foundries across the nation manufacture castings. U.S. foundries are world-class leaders offering cutting edge technologies and the highest levels of productivity and quality available anywhere in the world. A majority of casting companies are small- and medium-sized businesses. These foundries fulfill a specialty niche, casting unique products or filling small be highly customized orders. Their craftmanship and quality cannot be matched. Foundries know what
