Permanent Mold Casting

Permanent and Semi-Permanent

• Low to High Volumes
• Tighter Tolerances
• Better Mechanical Properties

Reliable has low to high volume PM capabilities:

• 180 Degree Tilt Pour
• Specialty Molding Devices
• Automated Pouring Systems
• Static Devices

Steel and iron permanent molds can be used over and over and over.  Many times permanent mold will produce a higher quality casting and will be used in higher volume applications.  This production benefit can be related to the solidification rate.  As aluminum is being poured into an iron mold, there is a quicker heat transfer to the iron, which produces a “tighter” grain structure, creating a denser product and generally a smoother finish and better tolerances.  Permanent mold tooling is more expensive, but per- unit price is often reduced.

               (permanent mold pouring at Cincinnati plant)

Reliable Castings utilizes multiple technologies to meet quality and budget requirements, providing the best product at the best price possible.

180 Degree tilt pour located at Cincinnati foundry operations

 Permanent Mold Operations

Railway Crossing Housing

Crossings and Other Housings