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Domestic Sourcing vs. International Sourcing of Metal Castings
When a North American manufacturer considers where to source metal castings, the choice typically involves domestic sourcing (North...
Considerations When Specifying and Purchasing Metal Castings
Metal casting is a complex process that requires numerous considerations when purchasing, including casting design, the metal casting...
Stephanie Langer Joins MetalTek As Chief People Officer
I am excited to announce that Stephanie Langer joined the MetalTek team on Wednesday, January 26 as Chief...
Sandusky International & Sandusky Limited: Leaders Ready To Serve Your Pulp & Paper Application Needs
The Sandusky International and Sandusky Limited Divisions of MetalTek have been the worldwide leaders in manufacturing paper roll...
Case Study: Custom Manufactured Stainless-Steel Suction Press Roll Shell
This case study featured a duplex stainless-steel suction press roll shell custom manufactured by Sandusky International for a...
How To Select Suction Roll Shell Material For Pulp And Paper Applications
There is a significant difference among suction roll shell alloys. When properly selected, the material will withstand the...
Specialized Metal Alloys For Pulp & Paper Applications
For decades, MetalTek’s Sandusky International and Sandusky Limited Divisions have centrifugally cast, precisely machined, and expertly drilled suction...
The Case for Centrifugal Casting
Prices of materials such as copper and nickel continue to rise and pressure lead times. Thankfully, the centrifugal...
Tooling for Different Types of Casting Processes
Tooling is critical to the different metal casting processes that MetalTek uses to manufacture components for the world’s...
Why MetalTek Is The Right Choice
When a business is true to its values, it shows. Being a company with true purpose takes something...
What is NADCAP Certification, and Do You Need It?
Earning NADCAP certification means that a company has improved its processes to be a better supplier to Aerospace...
Benefits of Using Sand or Centrifugal Castings for Tooling Dies
What manufacturing process do you utilize for your hot forming and superplastic forming dies? Forgings, fabrications, castings, something...