Question 1

How do I obtain a MSDS sheet?

Accepted Answer

MSDS sheets are not published online but are available upon request. To submit a request for information, please click here or call us at 262-544-7777.

Question 2

Which metal casting processes do you use?

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MetalTek specializes in centrifugal casting, investment (lost wax) casting, and sand casting.

Question 3

What are the tooling costs, if any, for a centrifugal casting?

Accepted Answer

MetalTek has the largest inventory of centrifugal dies in the world. As a result, in many applications, ZERO tooling costs are likely. To determine if this is the case with your application, please contact us at 262-544-7777 or complete an inquiry form here.

Question 4

What is your lead-time?

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Your Sales Engineer will quote a lead-time for each inquiry depending on complexity of the product and our current workload. We will do everything we can to meet your needs.

Question 5

What type of information do you need from me to provide an accurate quote / proposal?

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The more information, the better. However, the following items can ensure we provide you with a timely and accurate quote: A drawing or detailed dimensions, alloy, quantities, desired lead time or ship date, and specifications. Please note that specifications include testing requirements, certifications, packaging, and any special needs you may have. Feel free to consult your Inside Sales Engineer if in doubt.

Question 6

How do I obtain Stress Rupture, LCF, or Larsen Miller information for your alloys?

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This information is not published online but is available upon request. To submit a request for information, please click here or call us at 262-544-7777.

Question 7

What certifications do you have?

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Certifications range from ASME to NADCAP to Pressure Equipment Directive (PED). To see the complete list, click here.

Question 8

What do I do if my question is not listed here?

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You have a few options. Feel free to call us directly at 262-544-7777 to speak with an Inside Sales Engineer. If you prefer to submit your question by using a form on our website, you can do that by clicking here. If you prefer to deal with your local representative, click here to conduct a search and obtain their contact information.

Question 9

How can I get assistance in selecting the best casting process for my application?

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One of the main pillars of the MetalTek Brand is Metallurgical and Technical Collaboration so know we are here to help. You have several options. Feel free to call us directly at 262-544-7777 to speak with an Inside Sales Engineer. If you prefer to submit your questions by using a form on our website, you can do that by clicking here. If you are not ready to reach out to us quite yet, you can read more about our various casting processes by clicking here. In addition, there are several posts in the MetalTek Blog that may help. If you prefer to deal with your local representative, click here to conduct a search and obtain their contact information.

Question 10

What career / employment opportunities do you have currently?

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To view our current job openings, click here or on "Careers" in the menu above.

Question 11

Who should I contact if I used to do business with Southern Centrifugal?

Accepted Answer

Metal castings and Bearium material formerly produced at Southern Centrifugal are now manufactured at our Wisconsin Centrifugal Division. To learn more, click here.

Question 12

How can I get assistance in selecting the right alloy for my application?

Accepted Answer

One of the main pillars of the MetalTek Brand is Metallurgical and Technical Collaboration so know we are here to help. You have several options. Feel free to call us directly at 262-544-7777 to speak with an Inside Sales Engineer or one of our Metallurgists. If you prefer to submit your questions by using a form on our website, you can do that by clicking here. If you are not ready to reach out to us quite yet, you can download our "Where Used Guide" that provides common alloys and some of their typical uses. If you prefer to deal with your local representative, click here to conduct a search and obtain their contact information.

Question 13

What pertinent information should I put on my Purchase Order (PO)?

Accepted Answer

The more information, the better. However, the following items are considered pertinent: detailed dimensions, alloy, quantities, desired lead time or ship date, and specifications. Please note that specifications include testing requirements, certifications, packaging, and any special needs you may have. Feel free to consult your Inside Sales Engineer with any questions, or contact Corporate Sales at 1.262.544.7777.

Question 14

Where can I find a glossary of casting or metallurgy terms?

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To see our glossary of metal casting and metallurgy terms, click here. Credit: Steel Founders' Society of America (SFSA).

Question 15

Do MetalTek International products / alloys comply with the Dodd-Frank Act?

Accepted Answer

Products MetalTek International manufactures are in compliance with Section 1502 of the Dodd-Frank Act pertaining to conflict minerals.

Question 16

Do you cast parts out of aluminum or titanium?

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No, MetalTek does not pour these alloys. To review alloys that we routinely pour, click here or "Alloys" above.

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