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Improving Surface Finish And Cost In Metal Casting
Metal surface finish can play a key role in the metal casting process. Why? Because this affects both...
Can You 3D Print Metal?
When it comes to cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, one question often arises: can you 3D print metal? The short...
Alloy Steel vs. Carbon Steel: Your Complete Guide
At MetalTek, we pride ourselves on providing industry-leading knowledge and materials to help you choose the best steel...
Complete Guide To Duplex And Super Duplex Stainless Steel
At MetalTek, we pride ourselves on offering quality stainless-steel products, including duplex and super duplex stainless steel. Known...
What is Vacuum Investment Casting?
Manufacturers in high-compliance industries such as aerospace, defense, and energy continually identify ways to improve the quality and...
Why Aluminum Bronze Is A Good Choice For High-Specification Components
Selecting the right metal alloy for high-performance applications is critical. Aluminum bronze alloys have proven themselves as a...
Copper’s Antimicrobial Properties
Copper has been a cornerstone of human construction and design for thousands of years. One of the signature...
Rest in Peace, Bob Smickley
I am deeply saddened to inform you of former MetalTek CEO Bob Smickley’s passing. Bob passed peacefully this...
8 Metals Commonly Used For Casting
Metal casting involves pouring molten metal into a die or mold to form a desired shape. Numerous types...
MetalTek’s Carondelet Division Certified to Produce HY-80 Steel
MetalTek's Carondelet Division is excited to announce that we achieved certification to produce HY-80 steel. HY-80 is a...
Investment Casting Misconceptions
Investment casting has many benefits over other casting processes. Ranging from cost savings (reduced machining costs and material...
Weld Repair / Weld Upgrade In Steel Castings – When To Use
Like many metal components, steel castings may require repair or modification during their initial casting or overall lifecycle....
Bearium Metal Alloys: An in-depth guide of proprietary leaded bronzes
What Is Bearium Metal? Bearium Metal is a group of high lead tin bronze alloys containing virgin copper,...
Sandusky International: Largest Centrifugal Castings for Demanding Industries Worldwide
MetalTek’s Sandusky International Division is a leading supplier of large metal components for high-heat, high-wear, and high-corrosion applications...
Types Of Wax Used In The Investment Casting Process
Investment casting, also known as lost wax casting, is a metal casting method for shaping metal parts that...
3 Common Types of Sand Used in Sand Casting
Sand casting is a versatile and cost-effective solution for the creation of metal parts. In fact, most metal...
What Is Rust And How To Prevent It
Rust, the reddish-brown culprit that silently creeps onto many metal surfaces, is a phenomenon that has plagued ferrous...
The Beginners Guide to Metal Casting Defects
Metal casting is one of the most widely utilized methods of producing metal parts. Like any process, if...
How To Choose a Metal Casting Supplier for the Petrochemical Industry
Planned turnarounds are regular occurrences in the life cycle of a petrochemical plant. Every few years, a plant...
304 vs. 316 Stainless Steel: Which One Is Better?
Stainless steel is one of the world's leading metals in various applications. It provides exceptional corrosion resistance, durability,...
