Solutions That Drive Metal Processing Forward
Our investment castings find extensive use in the metal processing industry, serving a wide range of applications. From drain heads and end caps to funnels and grates, our cast components contribute to the efficient and reliable operation of metal processing machinery. Whether you’re involved in steel-making, metal fabrication, or other metal processing activities, Franklin has the expertise and capabilities needed to meet your specific requirements.
Parts Made for the Metal Processing Industry
From bushings and plates to base hinge brackets and clamps, our investment castings play a vital role in various metal processing operations. Here are some of the parts we've helped produce for the metal processing industry using our automated investment casting process.
Bushings
Bushings are cylindrical components used to provide a bearing surface or reduce friction between two moving parts. In the metal processing industry, bushings are commonly utilized in machinery to support rotating shafts or pivot points, ensuring smooth and efficient operation.
Plates
Plates are flat, thin pieces of metal used for various purposes in metal processing applications. They can serve as structural elements, mounting surfaces, or covers, providing support, protection, or containment within processing equipment.
Base Hinge Brackets
Base hinge brackets are hardware components used to support and facilitate the movement of hinged structures or equipment. In the metal processing industry, these brackets are often employed in machinery or enclosures requiring adjustable or movable components, such as access doors or panels.
Clamps
Clamps are devices used to secure or hold objects firmly in place. Within the metal processing industry, clamps are essential for securing workpieces during machining, welding, or assembly processes, ensuring accuracy, stability, and safety.
Drain Heads
Drain heads are components designed to facilitate the drainage or removal of liquids or debris from processing equipment or systems. In metal processing, drain heads are commonly installed in tanks, vessels, or conduits to control the flow of fluids or materials during various processing stages.
End Caps
End caps are protective covers or closures placed at the ends of tubes, pipes, or other hollow structures to seal them and prevent the ingress of contaminants. In the metal processing industry, end caps are utilized in piping systems, tanks, or equipment to maintain cleanliness, integrity, and safety.
Funnels
Funnels are conical or cylindrical devices used to channel or direct the flow of liquids or granular materials. In metal processing, funnels are employed for pouring or transferring molten metal, abrasive media, or chemicals into processing equipment or containers with precision and control.
Pins
Pins are cylindrical or rod-shaped fasteners used to secure or join components together in mechanical assemblies or structures. In the metal processing industry, pins serve various functions, such as alignment, connection, or retention, ensuring the integrity and functionality of processing equipment and systems.
Heat Treat Furnace Castings
These include rollers and wheels, center links and side bars, ring gear fixtures, rider castings, and rider tabs.
Bushings
Bushings are cylindrical components used to provide a bearing surface or reduce friction between two moving parts. In the metal processing industry, bushings are commonly utilized in machinery to support rotating shafts or pivot points, ensuring smooth and efficient operation.
Plates
Plates are flat, thin pieces of metal used for various purposes in metal processing applications. They can serve as structural elements, mounting surfaces, or covers, providing support, protection, or containment within processing equipment.
Base Hinge Brackets
Base hinge brackets are hardware components used to support and facilitate the movement of hinged structures or equipment. In the metal processing industry, these brackets are often employed in machinery or enclosures requiring adjustable or movable components, such as access doors or panels.
Drain Heads
Drain heads are components designed to facilitate the drainage or removal of liquids or debris from processing equipment or systems. In metal processing, drain heads are commonly installed in tanks, vessels, or conduits to control the flow of fluids or materials during various processing stages.
Funnels
Funnels are conical or cylindrical devices used to channel or direct the flow of liquids or granular materials. In metal processing, funnels are employed for pouring or transferring molten metal, abrasive media, or chemicals into processing equipment or containers with precision and control.
Why Franklin for the Metal Processing Industry?
Franklin Precision Castings is committed to delivering castings of the highest quality, meeting and exceeding industry standards. Through stringent quality control processes and continuous improvement initiatives, customers can trust Franklin to consistently deliver reliable and defect-free castings for their metal processing needs.
Alloys We Pour
We pour over 120 alloys in our U.S.-based facility, including standard and custom stainless steel, nickel, cobalt, brass, bronze, and Ni-Hard alloys to suit the requirements of complex cast subassemblies or assemblies.
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