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Aluminum Sand Casting Foundry

Precision Sand Casting Solutions – World-Class Aluminum Castings

Alcast Company is a premier provider of high-quality green sand and air-set (no-bake) aluminum castings. With decades of experience, cutting-edge technology, and an unwavering commitment to precision and excellence, we deliver custom-engineered casting solutions across a diverse range of industries, including automotive, aerospace, agriculture, performance, and industrial manufacturing.

Comprehensive Sand Casting Capabilities

Casting & Molding Methods

  • Green Sand Casting – A highly efficient and cost-effective method ideal for high-volume production, delivering consistent and reliable results. Transfer tooling is limited to a 20” x 24” x 6” flask size.
  • Air-Set (No-Bake) Molding – Designed for larger and more complex castings, we offer two specialized production methods:
    • Production Line Casting: Capable of handling castings within a 52” x 44” x 12” flask size, providing industry-leading efficiency.
    • Floor Molding: Suitable for castings up to 250 lbs, depending on the casting shape.
  • Core Production – Utilizing shell cores, air-set cores, and IsoCure sand cores to achieve intricate internal geometries with precision.
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Melting & Pouring

  • In-House Aluminum Alloy Melting – We operate multiple furnaces to process a range of aluminum alloys, including 319, 356, 535, 713, and custom alloys, ensuring flexibility and quality in every casting.

Casting Finishing & Quality Assurance

  • Grinding & Cleaning – A combination of manual grinding, shot blasting, and hand finishing to create smooth, defect-free aluminum castings.
  • Inspection & Testing – We employ rigorous quality control measures, including X-ray inspection, penetrant testing, CMM measurement, and mechanical testing to guarantee superior product integrity.

Value-Added Aluminum Foundry Services

  • Machining & CNC Services – Precision drilling, tapping, and milling to provide turnkey solutions.
  • Heat Treating & Coatings – Enhancing durability and corrosion resistance to meet performance standards.
  • Pattern & Tooling Design – In-house engineering support to optimize casting performance and efficiency.
  • Casting Assembly & Packaging – Streamlining production with fully assembled, ready-to-ship components.
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Why Choose Alcast Company for Your Sand Casting Needs?

  • 50+ Years of Expertise – Alcast Company is a trusted leader in aluminum sand casting.  Let us put our experience to work for your next project.
  • Custom-Engineered Solutions – With extensive capabilities and a highly-engaged engineering team, our castings are designed to meet your exact specifications.
  • State-of-the-Art Facilities – Equipped with the latest casting and quality control technologies, we have the technology, capabilities and experience to make your next casting project a success.
  • Made in the USA – Alcast Company is proud to manufacture our castings right here in the United States.  Our sand castings are produced in Central Illinois at our Galesburg facility.
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If you’re looking for high-quality aluminum castings, speak with a sand casting expert about our sand casting process and capabilities. Contact us today to discuss your custom casting needs and experience the difference for yourself.