CASTING
Casting is a cornerstone of SQM's technological capabilities, offering unparalleled solutions for creating complex shapes that are challenging or cost-prohibitive to manufacture through other methods.
With advanced casting technologies, SQM caters to diverse customer requirements, producing components ranging from as small as 0.1 kg to as large as 1 ton.
• Silica Sol Casting: A specialized method within investment casting for superior surface finishes and accuracy.
• Lost Wax Casting: Traditional lost wax techniques for intricate designs and complex geometries.
• New Technology Lost Wax Casting: Enhanced lost wax casting with cutting-edge innovations for improved performance and efficiency.
Materials:
• Carbon Steel Casting: Ideal for strong, cost-effective components across various industries.
• Pressure Steel Casting: Designed for applications requiring excellent pressure resistance.
• High Manganese Steel Casting: Perfect for parts requiring high impact resistance and wear durability.
• Heat-Resistant Steel Casting: Engineered for environments with extreme temperatures and thermal stress.
• Stainless Steel Casting: Corrosion-resistant and versatile, suitable for demanding conditions.
• Alloy Steel Casting: Combines strength and flexibility for complex applications.
• Wear-Resistant Material Casting: Specifically developed for heavy-duty components facing abrasion and wear.
Versatile Solutions for Diverse Applications
Sand casting is another key specialization at SQM, valued for its versatility and cost-effectiveness. Our advanced sand casting processes are designed to deliver high-quality results tailored to various customer requirements.
• Shell Molding Casting: Combines precision and efficiency, ideal for producing detailed parts.
• Vacuum Process Sand Casting: Achieves superior surface finishes and dimensional accuracy using advanced vacuum techniques.
• Green Sand Casting: A traditional and economical method suitable for a wide range of applications.
• Lost Foam Casting: Innovative casting technology for complex shapes with reduced machining needs.
SQM's sand casting expertise ensures reliable, high-performance solutions for components of all sizes and complexities and large-scale projects.
Materials:
• Ductile Iron: Recognized for its exceptional strength and flexibility, making it a preferred choice for structural components and mechanical systems.
• Gray Iron: A budget-friendly option valued for its outstanding machinability and natural vibration-dampening characteristics.
• Alloyed Cast Iron: Engineered with alloying elements to deliver superior strength and enhanced wear resistance.
• ADI Material (Aus tempered Ductile Iron): A versatile material offering a combination of remarkable ductility, toughness, and high strength.
• Heat-Resistant Steel: Specifically designed for parts exposed to extreme temperatures, ensuring reliable performance in demanding environments.
• Wear-Resistant Steel: Ideal for applications involving abrasive conditions, providing extended durability and a longer service life.
• Manganese Steel Casting: Renowned for its exceptional impact resistance and wear durability, perfect for heavy-duty industrial applications.
Die casting is another area of expertise at SQM, offering efficient and precise solutions for producing complex metal components with excellent dimensional accuracy and smooth finishes. Our die casting technologies are tailored to meet diverse customer requirements.
• Low-Pressure Die Casting: Ideal for producing strong, high-quality components with minimal porosity.
• High-Pressure Die Casting: A rapid and efficient process for manufacturing detailed parts at scale.
• Gravity Die Casting: A cost-effective method for creating durable, consistent components through the controlled use of gravity.
Materials:
• Al–Si: Excellent castability, lightweight, and corrosion-resistant.
• Al–Mg: Moderate strength with high corrosion resistance used in marine and automotive.
• Al–Cu–Si: High strength and wear resistance; suitable for structural components.
• Al–Cu–Mg–Si: Tough and fatigue-resistant; ideal for high-stress environments.
• Al–Mg–Si: Lightweight with good strength and corrosion resistance, perfect for aerospace and transport.
• Al–Mg–Zn: Exceptional strength and durability; used for high-performance applications.