The market for stainless steel investment casting is growing, driven by opportunities in aerospace, defense, energy, medical, and food and beverage. Foundries are investing in automation and 3D printing technologies as they seek a competitive advantage through shorter lead times and improved quality. Three AFS member companies recently shared how their operations are evolving and…
Once, a workshop was limited to a table, pieces of wax, and clay. Today, the very air becomes material. A headset on the head, a glove on the hand – and space submits to gesture: a line is born where the palm passes, volume swells from a light wrist movement, surface obeys like warm mass…
The Ancient Origins of the “Lost-Wax” Casting Method Investment casting, also known as the “lost-wax” method (French: cire perdue), is one of the most ancient techniques for artistic metal casting. This method emerged over 5,000 to 6,000 years ago and was likely invented independently in different regions. Archaeological findings show that by the 4th millennium…
Welcome, fellow engineers, specialists, and manufacturing professionals. We are thrilled to announce the official launch of GussMaker – a professional resource dedicated to the future of the modern foundry industry. In an era of unprecedented technological breakthroughs, our mission is to be your trusted guide in the world of innovations that are reshaping our craft….