Custom Sand Casting Capabilities | Precision Industrial Foundry | Kurt Foundry
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Advanced Custom Sand Casting Capabilities

We combine traditional resin sand molding techniques with modern Magmasoft 3D simulation and 5-axis CNC machining to deliver defect-free industrial metal castings direct to the North American market.

50 – 5,000
Weight Range (lbs)
CT10 – CT12
Casting Tolerance (ISO 8062)
Ra 12.5 – 25
Surface Roughness (µm)
15,000
Annual Capacity (Tons)
How We Manufacture

Precision Resin Sand Molding

Our custom sand casting foundry utilizes furan resin sand systems. This process provides highly rigid mold cavities, resulting in exceptional dimensional stability and smoother surface finishes compared to traditional green sand casting.

Pattern & Core Engineering

Before any metal is poured, our engineers conduct a thorough Design for Manufacturability (DFM) review of your CAD files. We focus on eliminating porosity risks and optimizing wall thickness.

  • Magmasoft Simulation: Advanced 3D modeling predicts metal flow and solidification shrinkage, ensuring internal integrity.
  • CNC Tooling Creation: Patterns and core boxes are precision-machined in-house from high-grade aluminum or durable tooling boards for long-term repeatability.
  • Complex Coring: We manufacture intricate sand cores to create complex internal geometries, such as those required for pump housings and hydraulic valves.
Custom Sand Casting Pattern Engineering

Melting & Metallurgical Control

The strength of industrial metal castings depends entirely on precise chemistry. We melt our ferrous alloys in medium-frequency induction furnaces, allowing for rapid temperature control and clean melts.

  • Pre-Pour Spectrometry: Every batch is analyzed using optical emission spectrometers to guarantee the chemical composition meets exact ASTM standards.
  • Temperature Monitoring: Immersion pyrometers verify precise pouring temperatures to prevent cold shuts and misruns.
  • Traceability: Full Material Test Reports (MTRs) are generated and documented for every custom production run.
Molten Metal Pouring in Sand Casting Foundry
Ferrous Alloy Expertise

Metals We Pour

We offer a diverse portfolio of custom sand casting materials, tailored to the mechanical demands of the North American heavy industry.

Carbon Steel ASTM A27 / WCB

Engineered for high tensile strength, toughness, and excellent weldability. The standard choice for heavy equipment components and high-pressure fluid valves.

Tensile Strength415 – 485 MPa
Yield Strength205 – 250 MPa
Primary ApplicationStructural Supports, Industrial Valves
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Stainless Steel CF8, CF8M, CF3M

Offering maximum corrosion resistance and hygiene. We pour high-grade austenitic stainless steel for environments exposed to chemicals, saltwater, or food processing.

Tensile Strength485 – 550 MPa
Corrosion ResistanceExcellent
Primary ApplicationMarine Hardware, Chemical Pumps
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Ductile Iron ASTM A536

Combining the castability of gray iron with the mechanical toughness of steel. Nodular graphite structures provide high ductility and impact resistance.

Grades Available60-40-18, 65-45-12, 80-55-06
Impact ResistanceHigh
Primary ApplicationGearboxes, Suspension Components
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Gray Iron ASTM A48

Highly cost-effective with superior vibration damping and excellent machinability. Flake graphite structure makes it ideal for rigid, non-flexing applications.

Classes AvailableClass 20, 25, 30, 35, 40
Vibration DampingSuperior
Primary ApplicationCounterweights, Machine Bases
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End-to-End Manufacturing

Value-Added Foundry Services

We don’t just supply raw sand castings. We deliver finished, Ready-To-Assemble (RTA) components directly to your assembly line.

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In-House CNC Machining

Equipped with 5-axis milling and turning centers, we machine cast parts to tight blueprint tolerances, handling critical bores and keyways seamlessly.

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Heat Treatment

We alter the metallurgical properties of your castings post-pour through precise annealing, normalizing, quenching, and tempering processes.

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Surface Finishing

From standard shot blasting to industrial priming, powder coating, zinc plating, and stainless steel passivation, we protect your parts against the elements.

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NDT Inspection

We guarantee internal integrity through Non-Destructive Testing, including Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI), and X-Ray.

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CMM Verification

Our Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) verify that every machined dimension matches your CAD model with pinpoint accuracy.

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DDP Logistics

We manage ocean freight, import duties, and domestic trucking, delivering heavy industrial metal castings directly to your North American facility.

Submit Your Engineering Drawings

Our technical team is ready to review your CAD files. We provide comprehensive manufacturability feedback and an exact production quote within 48 hours.

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