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The Golden Age: The History of Gold
Often considered to be the first metal discovered by humans, gold has occupied a central point in the...
Sand Casting Process: Featured Solution Examples
Think of a test that you face in metal component design or application. Here are some examples of...
Selecting Super Austenitic Stainless Steel
There are numerous grades of austenitic stainless steel and obviously selection depends on more than one criterion. However,...
Aerospace & Defense Market – General Overview
Blue Chip companies in the aerospace and defense markets rely on MetalTek International for their metal casting needs....
Aerospace & Defense Market Experience
The Aerospace and Defense industry stretches the limits of performance and as a result, these markets demand perfection....
Making a Lasting Difference at the Pentagon Memorial
The Pentagon Memorial is designed to honor those who lost their lives in the September 11, 2001 attack...
What to Look For When Choosing a Casting Supplier
The process of choosing the right metal casting supplier should not be the same as choosing your supplier...
10 Examples of Choosing the Right Metal Alloy for the Application
Sometimes particular alloys work in an application. Sometimes critical components and materials just don’t perform in a certain...
Why Certain Metals Offer Greater Wear Resistance
One regularly hears recommendations about material selection. Use this alloy for superior heat resistance. Or that for seawater...
What Is AOD (Argon Oxygen Decarburization)?
Argon Oxygen Decarburization, frequently referred to as “AOD”, is an advanced technology for the refinement of iron, nickel,...
Casting Processes: When To Use Which Method
There is more than one way to bake a cake. Ingredients, temperature, bake time, and how many you...
What Is The Continuous Casting Process?
Overview of Continuous Casting Continuous cast shapes are produced by introducing molten metal into a vertical or horizontal...