At Midwest Metal Products there is no simple answer to the question “What do we do?” From a business standpoint, we’re a foundry that produces castings. While this is accurate, it only scratches the surface of what MMP is all about. We offer much more than raw castings; we collaborate closely with our suppliers to provide finish-machined, painted, and sometimes assembled parts. Our collective expertise allows us to tackle a wide range of challenges.
Understanding who we are at MMP is crucial to defining our culture and setting realistic goals for our future. Our culture shapes the way we interact with each other, our clients, suppliers, and the community. As part of our strategic planning, we identified six key characteristics that define our culture and what they look like in action at MMP:
Respectful: We value each other’s time and talents, fostering empathy, honesty, integrity, and transparency. Our guiding principle is simple: “Treat others how they want to be treated.”
All in This Together: We collaborate with suppliers, clients, and teammates to achieve and exceed our goals. No one person or task is more important than the team. Together, we are stronger.
Learn & Be Curious: We are committed to continuous improvement and innovation. We embrace questions, experiment with new ideas, and learn from both our mistakes and successes. After all, knowledge is power.
Open-Minded: We welcome feedback and engage in constructive discussions to explore diverse perspectives. By valuing individual differences, we broaden our vision and find the best solutions.
Good People with a Small-Town Atmosphere: We cultivate a warm and friendly environment for employees, clients, and suppliers alike. Our reliability and trustworthiness create a community where “Good people bring out the good in others.”
Lead by Example: We recognize our strengths and contributions, striving to do our best every day. Our actions reflect our commitment to our shared values—“Be real.”
At MMP, our culture is the foundation of our success and the key to our future.
To help you succeed with any type of metal casting project, it’s important to select a metal casting foundry with the capabilities you need. The ideal foundry produces high-quality, cost-effective components with fast turnarounds. Read on to learn how to choose the best foundry based on its location, expertise, resources, and capabilities.
What Is a Metal Casting Foundry?
Metal casting foundries use various casting techniques to produce metal components. All of these techniques involve melting the metal and dropping it into a unique mold to form the desired part. Depending on the required volume, material characteristics, and complexity of the part, a foundry may choose between the following common casting processes:
Sand Casting: This traditional process uses sand molds to form the desired part shape.
Die Casting: Foundries inject molten metal into a die, accurately forming complex components under high pressures.
Investment Casting: This process produces high-precision, intricate parts with tight tolerances and good surface finishes.
Gravity Casting: Gravity casting involves pouring melted metal into a shaped mold without exerting pressure.
Benefits of a Metal Casting Foundry
With the help of the right metal casting foundry behind your casting project, you can benefit from:
Adaptability: Whether you need to fabricate small, decorative metal pieces or complex, structural components, foundry casting makes it easy to do so using a range of metals, including steel, iron, brass, aluminum, and cast iron.
Efficiency: The right metal foundry can produce castings with consistent efficiency to provide fast turnarounds for high-volume projects.
Recyclability: Metal castings can be recycled, melted down to create new components. Thus, metal casting is a sustainable, circular process that can make use of scrap metal.
Processes Metals With High Melting Points: Certain metals like titanium and steel offer superior durability but can be difficult to fabricate with other methods because of their high melting points. However, metal casting is suitable for these types of alloys.
Quality and Precision: When you choose the best metal foundry for your needs, you’ll get quality parts with the level of precision your project requires. This eliminates the need for rework and contributes to a high-quality end product.
Increased Total Project Value: Metal foundries can combine multiple separate components into a single casting with uniform properties throughout, strengthening the reliability of the overall assembly.
Cost-Effectiveness: The lower cost of fabricating parts using casting processes translates to cost savings for the end customer.
3 Things to Consider When Choosing a Metal Casting Foundry
Here are the main factors to look for in the ideal metal casting foundry.
1. Industry Experience
Choose a metal foundry with specialized expertise in your industry or application. They should be able to understand the unique challenges of your project and select the right casting process to complete it. Also check that they have strict quality control measures in place to produce consistently superior-quality components.
2. Capabilities and Capacity
Determine whether your chosen metal foundry has the capacity to handle your project, especially if you’re working with high volumes or tight deadlines. Review each prospective foundry’s equipment and resources to help determine if they have the capabilities to meet your needs. Material availability is another key factor here, as the foundry should have ample metal alloys to produce your parts.
3. Location and Logistics
Consider the metal casting foundry’s location, as closer proximity to your facility can help you save time and money on transportation. Your casting provider should have efficient logistics management for storage, inventory, and shipping. The ideal foundry will also be able to work closely with you and maintain clear, consistent communications.
Reach Out to Explore Midwest Metal Products’ Capabilities
For the best metal casting solutions, turn to the experts at Midwest Metal Products. Our skilled metal foundry employees and fully equipped facility can provide you with a customized and durable casting solution based on your unique requirements. Lean on our industry expertise, extensive technical capabilities, and logistics solutions to get your project done right the first time, every time.
For more information about our processes and capabilities, contact us today. You may also request a quote to get started with a custom solution.
From structural components and aerospace parts to consumer goods and decorative items, versatile metal casting processes create complex shapes from molten metal through high-volume production. As casting is compatible with a broad spectrum of material options, you can select the one that best fits your product requirements, part design, application, and budget. Learn more about the techniques and common materials involved in casting to help you choose a metal with confidence.
About Casting Metal
Metal casting encompasses several controlled processes of pouring molten metal into a hollow mold so that, as it cools, the material hardens into a preconfigured shape.
Types of Metal Casting Processes
Examples of metal casting techniques include:
Sand casting. Utilizing a sand mold is the most common metal casting technique.
Die casting. With a metal mold, or die, foundries can generate complex parts with precision.
Investment casting. Investment or lost wax casting employs a refractory material-coated wax pattern as a mold.
Centrifugal casting. By pouring metal into a mold as it turns, the motion causes material flow in an outward direction. The metal solidifies against the mold’s walls as it cools.
Continuous casting. Also with a moving mold, this casting technique uses the ongoing motion to create parts in lengthy, continuous sections.
Advantages of Casting
Each casting method has its own benefits and ideal uses, but they share the following key advantages:
Complex shapes. Casting processes can create geometrically complex and intricately detailed parts that other manufacturing techniques cannot.
Large order volumes. The casting method is perfect for high-volume production of uniform components.
Cost-effectiveness. A side benefit of being able to produce large quantities is that casting can be an economical manufacturing choice, lowering per-part costs.
Material options. With versatile metal casting, you can choose from an array of different materials to suit your needs.
Which Type of Metal Is Used in the Casting Process?
To determine which type of casting material is right for you, select a material that will deliver the required properties for your product. For example, evaluate a material for its strength, weight, resistance capabilities, price, and workability. Ferrous metals like steel and iron can lend your product impressive strength and durability, while non-ferrous varieties such as aluminum and zinc tend to offer good machinability.
Before we get into the top three types, we’ll first discuss other common metal casting materials:
Stainless steel. This steel variety is strong, inert, and hygienic, making it ideal for anything from structural components to food processing and healthcare equipment.
Abrasion resistant cast iron or chrome and nickel hard irons. These iron varieties are made with higher concentrations of the alloy elements to enhance wear characteristics, used in wear liners, pumps, piping, and other applications that need great wear properties.
Brass. Malleable brass offers good machinability. Its corrosion resistance makes it appropriate for plumbing fixtures, while its pleasing aesthetics lend it to applications ranging from doorknobs to musical instruments.
Bronze. This copper-tin alloy is a strong metal variety, resisting general wear and corrosion. It has both functional and aesthetic uses, from gears and bearings to artistic sculptures.
Zinc. Compatible with the die casting process for its low melting point, zinc is good for hardware, vehicle parts, and even children’s toys.
Top Three Metal Materials Used in Casting
Which metals, then, are your top metal casting options?
1. Aluminum
Among the lightest and most abundant of metals, aluminum has a great strength-to-weight ratio and — given its superior machinability — can help reduce your production costs. Being lightweight and corrosion-resistant makes it highly popular for aircraft and vehicle parts in which weight reduction and durable construction are of great importance. Aluminum is available in many different alloys, each one unique and possessing its own benefits, so it’s a versatile choice with both indoor and outdoor applications.
2. Steel
Steel is primarily prized for its strength. While it can also be used in vehicle parts, steel components are reliably durable enough to handle structural and industrial equipment projects, as well. Similarly to aluminum, steel is flexible in its applications because of its numerous available alloys, such as stainless, carbon, and alloy steel. However, when discussing the material itself rather than its machining process, steel is a more affordable material option than aluminum or metals like copper.
3. Cast Iron
One of its primary benefits where metal casting is concerned is that cast iron has good fluidity when it’s in its molten state, facilitating part production in complex shapes. Cast iron parts can handle applications that will expose them to friction as the metal offers exceptional resistance to wear. This tough material is also thermally conductive, allowing parts like engine blocks to conduct heat. As for pricing, cast iron typically beats out both aluminum and steel, making it another economical choice.
Quality Castings for All Metal Types by Midwest Metal
At Midwest Metal Products (MMP), our foundry provides quality engineering, casting, heat-treating, and finishing services. We’re dedicated to adding value for our customers, enhancing product reliability, and reducing part count. Contact us to learn about our casting services and which metal is right for your project, or request a quote today.
The science of metallurgy is essential to developing metal and metal alloy materials used across industries. Metal parts and components are found in machines, vehicles, heavy equipment, household products, structures, and more.
Midwest Metal Products is a foundry that relies on metallurgical science to cast metal components that are durable and high-quality for a long life cycle. But what does metallurgy mean? And what role does it play in metalcasting? Keep reading to learn more.
What is Metallurgy?
Metallurgy is the study of metals and their properties. A more comprehensive metallurgy definition includes multiple areas of study within it, such as extracting and refining metals from natural sources, developing alloys with specific properties, and developing industrial processes for manufacturing with metals.
Another area of study, physical metallurgy, is focused on the physical properties, structure, and chemical composition of metals and alloys. These characteristics are used to better understand and apply processing and manufacturing methods, such as heat treatment, casting, forging, and others. Physical metallurgy is also used to select materials with desirable behaviors such as strength, brittleness, malleability, conductivity, or corrosion resistance. The goal is to improve metal properties for different applications.
What is a Metallurgist?
A metallurgist is a materials scientist who studies the properties and behaviors of metals. They work with metals and alloys including:
Copper Alloys
Iron
Zinc
Precious Metals
Steel
Aluminum Alloys
Magnesium
Scientific findings are applied to processes like casting to improve part quality and durability, optimize processes, reduce labor intensiveness, and achieve designs with reduced part counts.
Metallurgists play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and performance of metal-based products. They work in many settings including foundries, civil engineering, automotive engineering, aircraft manufacturing, and the defense industry.
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Importance of Metallurgy in Metalcasting
From the steel used in construction to aluminum in vehicles to components in machinery, cast metal parts are ubiquitous in the modern world. Metallurgy is important in developing materials and creating the parts that we have come to depend on daily.
In metalcasting, metallurgy is essential for:
Material Selection
Metallurgists are responsible for determining the most suitable metal or alloy for a casting application. Material characteristics and behaviors like strength, corrosion resistance, ductility, and cost must be considered.
Alloy Development
Metallurgy is involved in the development of new materials with improved properties. New alloys are constantly being developed that are stronger, more corrosion-resistant, or that exhibit better electrical conductivity than traditional metals. Alloys are developed by manipulating the chemical or structural composition of metals to achieve or enhance desired characteristics.
Casting Process Optimization
Metallurgists study the relationship between metal properties; casting parameters such as temperature, mold design, and pouring rate; and casting defects. Metallurgy optimizes the casting process by helping to prevent defects like shrinkage, porosity, and cracking. This helps reduce scrap, saving labor, time, and money.
Quality Control
Metallurgy is important for quality control measures that ensure castings meet required standards. Defects are identified and corrective actions are recommended following microstructure and property analysis.
Failure Analysis
Metallurgists investigate the root causes of casting failures using techniques like metallography and chemical analysis. This helps to prevent future failures.
About our Resident Metallurgists
So many variables are involved in the casting process. To achieve components with optimal properties, it is important to understand the effects of chemical composition, heat treatment, and the production process on selected materials. Having a metallurgist on-site saves time, money, scrap, and frustration because of their in-depth knowledge of metal properties and ability to anticipate how materials may react before problems occur.
Midwest Metal’s resident metallurgists, Joe Plunger and Jeanne Wagner, study the properties and characteristics of metals and apply their expertise to practical applications for our customers. They ensure the best materials and techniques are used for each application to produce high-quality parts and components that meet requirements.
Our metallurgists have the training, experience, and insight to evaluate a quote and assist with alloy selection, computerized part mapping, and cost-saving alternatives. With their oversight, you can rest assured that our products meet or exceed your requirements, without having to wait for an outside metallurgist to solve any problems.
Metalcasting Backed by Metallurgy from Midwest Metal
Metalcasting by Midwest Metal Products, Inc., is backed by the science of metallurgy and our hard-working team of engineers and skilled technicians. Partnering with us gives you access to the best materials, equipment, and casting capabilities for your application.
Custom metal casting involves pouring molten metal into a mold to produce a solid metal component. Permanent molds are typically cast from steel or iron and can be used many times to make replicable copies. Temporary molds, however, are best for single-use casting and can be made of sand, foam, plaster investment, ceramic shell, or resin-bonded sand.
We will explore the advantages of casting metal components, comparing the process and its benefits to welding and helping you determine if metal casting is an ideal replacement for your weldments.
Key Advantages of Metal Casting over Welding
Casting offers several key benefits to manufacturers. The following are some of the biggest advantages of using casting in place of traditional welding:
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Reduced Labor Shortage Issues
Finding qualified welders to meet production demands is one of the most prevalent challenges in modern manufacturing. Manufacturers can convert repetitive welding processes to castings, reducing labor demands and freeing up capacity to ensure welders focus on higher-level welding tasks.
Consistency in Quality
Converting weldments to castings removes variables that can create quality issues during the welding process, including inconsistent weld beads, porosity or pinhole defects in weld joints, inadequate weld size, and missed welds. Casting utilizes the same production tooling for each cycle, offering consistently produced components.
Weldments can also have high residual stresses from the heat zones around welds, which can cause distortion during builds or cracking post-build. Castings are a single entity and offer a uniform structure to avoid this problem.
Freedom To Design Complex Parts
Metal casting can produce complex geometries and intricate details that would be challenging to replicate with traditional fabrication methods. Metal is poured into molds to create complex shapes with fine details, including varying thicknesses and internal cavities.
Casting allows manufacturers the versatility to create components with unique external and internal designs and features.
Additional Benefits
Choosing quality casting services offers the following added benefits:
Reduced labor time
Minimal assembly time
Decreased inventory of sub-assemblies and part numbers
Enhanced product durability
Improved dimensional accuracy of finished components
Weldment to Casting Process
When a manufacturer converts weldments to castings, it can eliminate many of the inherent challenges of welding. Casting is less labor-intensive than welding, where critical issues can remain hidden until it is too late in the production process to make changes.
Casting can also eliminate inconsistent weld beads, pin holes and porosity in weld joints, inadequate weld sizes for joints, and missed welds. Conversely, the extreme heat from welding can warp metals and make it more difficult to deliver consistent component quality.
Our Weldment to Casting Services
Midwest Metal Products offers clients a complimentary weldment to casting evaluation, minimizing the financial risks of moving to high-quality casting operations. We work with our clients to evaluate their current weldments when they download and use our certificate. Our experienced in-house team of metallurgists and engineers can even produce 3D product models from the information gathered during our consultation.
Together, our streamlined services and on-time delivery ensure customer satisfaction.
Quality Castings For All Metal Types by Midwest Metal
Manufacturers can significantly improve the quality of their products and processes by switching from weldments to casting. The advantages of casting metal parts include fewer assemblies, reduced labor, and improved design freedom.
Midwest Metal Products works with you to fine-tune your manufacturing with metal casting services. Our in-house metallurgist and talented engineers can optimize the process based on your manufacturing needs. We deliver frustration-free metal casting solutions from our facility in Winona, MN.
Contact us to speak with a casting specialist about your manufacturing needs.
Metal casting design and engineering demand attention to detail and a profound comprehension of how materials, methods, and designs work together. For instance, the reliability, load-bearing capacity, and long-term durability of cast metal objects are crucial to end-users. As such, engineers and designers must ensure that the items they create can withstand diverse conditions and retain their structural integrity over time.
This article will explore the essential factors that require careful consideration in metal casting design and engineering. We will emphasize the significance of having a meticulous approach and paying close attention to detail in this field.
Factors To Consider in Metal Casting Design & Engineering:
Here are the key factors that play a crucial role in ensuring the success and quality of the final cast metal component:
1. Mechanical Requirements
Factors such as load-bearing capacity, impact resistance, durability, and dimensional accuracy must be identified. These requirements guide the selection of the most suitable metal and influence the design of the component.
2. Material Selection
Several considerations come into play when deciding on the most appropriate metal for a particular application. The following are some aspects that influence metal selection:
Mechanical Properties
These properties include strength, ductility, hardness, toughness, and fatigue resistance. By matching the mechanical features of the metal with the design requirements, engineers can ensure the cast component performs optimally under anticipated loads and conditions.
Corrosion Resistance
For applications exposed to moisture, chemicals, or other corrosive elements, selecting a corrosion-resistant metal is crucial to avoid degradation and ensure the product’s longevity.
Thermal Conductivity
Certain applications require metals with high thermal conductivity to efficiently dissipate heat, while others may benefit from low thermal conductivity to prevent heat loss.
3. Casting Method
Different casting methods — such as sand casting, investment casting, die casting, and centrifugal casting — have their strengths and limitations. Therefore, designers must select the most appropriate method based on design complexity, production volume, material characteristics, and desired surface finish.
4. Casting Design Optimization
Designing for successful metal casting involves optimizing various aspects of the component. For example, gating and risering design should ensure the efficient flow of molten metal into the mold cavity. This minimizes the risk of defects like porosity or shrinkage. Likewise, strategic positioning of the parting lines and maintaining uniform wall thickness contribute to dimensional accuracy and proper solidification.
5. Metal Behavior
Engineers can prevent issues such as shrinkage, cracks, or dimensional inconsistencies by predicting and controlling metal behavior. Metal behavior includes its reaction in the liquid state, during cooling and solidification, and its resulting mechanical properties.
6. Finishing Requirements
The cast metal object may require a specific finishing grade depending on the application and aesthetic considerations. Finishing processes such as grinding, polishing, plating, or painting can enhance the final product’s surface smoothness, dimensional accuracy, corrosion resistance, and overall appearance.
Unparalleled Casting Engineering Service by Midwest Metal Products
At Midwest Metal Products, we take pride in our casting engineering service, which operates as an extension of your company. With meticulous attention to detail, we handle each project with the utmost care, providing the same precision and expertise as we serve our organization. Led by a metallurgist, our team possesses an excellent eye for detail, ensuring the highest quality in our casting design assistance.
We understand that besides a keen eye, effective communication is essential. Therefore, our team of great communicators works closely with you to ensure that your part design seamlessly translates into the ideal casting design.
Contact us today and take advantage of the opportunity to experience our exceptional casting engineering service!
In the present-day business environment, it is vital to enhance product value to maintain a competitive edge. One effective way of doing so is through metal casting, which can improve quality, reduce manufacturing costs, and enhance production efficiency. This technique has been used for years to manufacture various products, from industrial machinery to consumer goods.
This article will explore how the casting process can improve the value of products. We will cover various aspects, from how the technique works to its benefits in product manufacturing.
What Is Metal Casting?
Metal casting is a process in which molten metal is poured into a mold to create a desired shape. Depending on the product’s requirements, the mold can be made of sand, ceramic, or metal. It is a versatile process that can be used with various metals, including iron, steel, aluminum, brass, and bronze.
The process involves several steps: patternmaking, mold-making, melting, pouring, solidification, and finishing. Patternmaking consists of creating a product model using wood, metal, or plastic, which is used to make the mold. Then, the mold-making step packs the pattern in sand or another material. The mold is subsequently used to create the cavity into which the molten metal is poured.
Once the metal has been poured, it is allowed to cool and solidify. Lastly, finishing involves removing excess material, smoothing rough surfaces, and adding necessary details to the product. The final product can also be machined, painted, or coated.
Benefits of Metal Casting in Product Manufacturing
Metal casting is a time-tested manufacturing process that offers several advantages to product manufacturing. Here are some of the most significant benefits of this technique:
Improved Product Quality
Casting allows for precise control over the manufactured component’s shape and size, ensuring consistency and accuracy in the final product. It can also produce products with intricate shapes and designs that would be difficult or impossible to achieve using other manufacturing processes. In addition, the use of high-quality metals ensures that the final product is durable and long-lasting.
Increased Production Efficiency
Manufacturers can use foundry work to create many components in a short period. This process is highly automated and can be easily scaled up or down to meet the required production volume. Additionally, this technique removes the need for multiple manufacturing processes, resulting in shorter turnaround and lead times. This is crucial for meeting customer demands and staying competitive in a fast-paced market.
Cost-Effectiveness
The foundry process can utilize recycled metals, reducing the cost of raw materials and minimizing waste. The operation can also be optimized to decrease the amount of scrap material generated during manufacturing, further cutting material costs. Moreover, the technique’s cost-effectiveness results in lower production costs and a more competitive pricing strategy.
Design Flexibility
Casting molds can be made from various materials, including sand, plaster, ceramic, or metal. They can also be designed to incorporate multiple features and details, such as logos, textures, and patterns. This can enhance the product’s aesthetic appeal, ultimately increasing value. Additionally, the method enables manufacturers to create components with custom specifications, such as size and weight.
Partner With Midwest Metal Products for Premium Foundry Services
At Midwest Metal Products, you can trust us to deliver the best results for your project! Our engineers understand the value that foundry work can add to your products, and we are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals. Moreover, our commitment to quality and attention to detail ensures you will receive services and solutions exceeding your expectations.
Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help bring your product to the next level!
Metal finishing or metal surface treatment is a complex and intricate process involving numerous techniques and technology. From electroplating to anodizing, there are multiple finishing approaches with unique benefits and limitations. Nonetheless, the goal of all methods is the same: to improve the functionality, durability, and aesthetics of metal products.
Lowering project risk and maximizing product value are two benefits of metal finishing techniques. By reducing risk and enhancing product performance, metal surface treatment helps businesses comply with industry standards and minimize environmental impact.
This article will explore how surface treatment can reduce the risks and increase the value of products across various applications.
How Metal Finishing Works
Metal finishing involves altering the surface of a metal to enhance its properties, such as durability, corrosion resistance, and appearance. The process usually begins with cleaning the surface to remove dirt, grease, or other contaminants. Then, the metal is treated with various techniques, such as electroplating and anodizing, to achieve the desired finish.
For example, electroplating is a commonly used technique where a thin metal layer is deposited onto the surface being finished. This process immerses the metal into an electrolyte solution that contains ions being deposited. Anodizing is another popular technique that creates a controlled oxide layer on the metal surface. This technique is typically used on aluminum and titanium.
Ways Metal Finishing Reduces Project Risks and Failure
Most finishing techniques can significantly reduce project risks in various ways. Here are a few of the ways they can mitigate risks in metal manufacturing projects:
Corrosion Resistance
Corrosion is a major problem in metal manufacturing, causing metal parts and products to weaken and fail over time. However, anodizing and electroplating can significantly improve a component’s corrosion resistance, reducing the risk of product failure due to rust or corrosion-related damage. In addition, parts with superior corrosion resistance are suitable for use in the aerospace, automotive, and marine industries.
Wear and Tear Resistance
Metal components are subject to wear and tear, leading to premature failure or malfunction. Polishing or coating can improve a component’s wear resistance, reducing the risk of damage and extending its service life. This is particularly important in industries where equipment failure can cause downtime or safety hazards, such as transportation or manufacturing.
Regulatory Compliance
Finishing techniques help manufacturers meet industry regulations and standards, which reduces the risk of product recalls or legal liabilities. For instance, due to their hazardous effects, the automotive industry has rules regarding the use of chromate-based coatings. Manufacturers can comply with them using alternative coatings, such as powder coating, which is environmentally friendly and safe.
Best Techniques To Boost Product Value
Several finishing techniques greatly influence the value and appeal of metal components. Aside from electroplating and anodizing, the following are some of the most effective solutions that can improve the value of metal products:
Powder Coating
Powder coating entails the application of a dry powder to a metal surface. The powder is made of finely ground particles of pigments, resins, and additives, which are electrostatically charged and sprayed onto the surface. It is a highly efficient and environmentally friendly technique that produces a high-quality, long-lasting finish.
Polishing
Polishing smooths and refines the metal surface components, giving them a shiny and reflective appearance. It uses abrasive materials to remove surface imperfections and scratches, resulting in a smooth and even finish. Moreover, it is a versatile technique used on various metallic materials, including steel, aluminum, and copper.
Galvanizing
Galvanizing coats the component’s surface with a zinc layer, a barrier between the metal and the surrounding environment. It is often used in the construction industry for steel structures, such as bridges, buildings, and pipelines. It is also employed in other applications — such as automotive parts, fencing, and electrical equipment — where corrosion resistance is important.
Passivation
Passivation enhances the corrosion resistance of stainless steel and other corrosion-resistant alloys by removing surface contaminants and iron. This creates a passive oxide layer that protects the metal from further corrosion. It is popular in manufacturing medical devices, food processing equipment, and aerospace components.
Choose Midwest Metal Products for Exceptional Finishing Services
At Midwest Metal Products, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional results for your project. We offer a comprehensive selection of finishing services to help enhance the performance and appearance of your products. Moreover, our team is committed to quality and attention to detail, ensuring you receive premium solutions exceeding your expectations.
Contact us today to learn more about our services!
