Six Factors to Consider When Selecting A Foundry

Six Factors to Consider When Selecting A Foundry

Selecting a foundry to cast your ductile and gray iron parts requires a surprising amount of due diligence. That’s because there are many variables to consider in mold design, part design and casting processes. Highly-engineered parts must meet strict tolerances, metallurgical qualities and performance characteristics. The foundries that produce them need to have well-defined, repeatable…

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How OEMs Benefit from State Line’s In-House Testing

How OEMs Benefit From State Line’s In House Testing

State Line Foundries conducts a variety of tests internally on the iron castings it produces. For an operation of its size, this makes it unique. Many of its competitors outsource some or all their testing. Why invest in providing these capabilities in-house? Because State Line is committed to providing its customers with exceptional outcomes, such…

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How Does State Line Achieve 98% First-Pass Yield?

How Does State Line Achieve A 98% First Pass Yield?

In the foundry industry, one of the most important indicators of success is first-pass yield.  If it’s high, customers can count on receiving excellent quality castings on a timely basis. If it’s low, they can expect delays, cost overruns, casting quality issues and other problems.  Thanks to its exceptional people, processes and technology, State Line…

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