Choosing the right metal casting process

Selecting the right manufacturing process for making a component is an important consideration at the early stages of product design. Studies have revealed that although the cost of product design is on average only around 5% of the total product cost, decisions made during the design stage affect 70 to 80 % of the final product cost. Making those early decisions, however, can be a complex and challenging task. In metal casting, for example, Design Engineers have a bewildering range of casting process options, each one exhibiting strengths and weaknesses that make them more or less suitable for the manufacture of a specific component.

To help design engineers and product designers familiarise themselves with the complexities inherent in this decision-making process, we have produced a guide that aims to highlight the considerations and emphasise the importance of working closely with your foundry�s design engineering team. You can download our �Choosing the right metal casting process� guide here.

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