FOUNDRY TOOLING & SUPPORT
Griffin Industries originated as a pattern shop in 1983 and has provided foundry tooling and support to iron and aluminum castings across the nation. As technology has expanded so has our team, facility, and abilities. We’ve remained on the cutting edge and have made great investments in providing premier support to our foundry partners.
TOOLING DESIGN & PRODUCTION
Griffin Industries takes pride in its advanced foundry tooling department, where precision meets innovation. We specialize in crafting both prototype and production foundry tooling, utilizing materials renowned for their durability and reliability. In our prototype tooling, we leverage materials such as wood and plastic, which offers ease of modification to accommodate evolving design needs at a lower price. Conversely, our production foundry tooling is crafted from materials like aluminum, iron, and steel, prized for their robustness and longevity, ensuring enduring performance in high-volume production settings. With meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to excellence, our skilled craftsmen meticulously craft each tool to exacting specifications, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
ENSURING EXCELLENCE AT EVERY STEP OF PRODUCTION
Griffin Industries recognizes the vital role of quality control in the success of our foundry partners’ operations. That’s why our in-house quality control department is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of precision and excellence. Equipped with cutting-edge technology such as the Zeiss Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) and laser scanning systems, we meticulously verify that each component meets precise specifications with unparalleled accuracy. By integrating rigorous in-process quality checks at every stage of production, we ensure consistency and reliability in the parts we provide. This commitment to quality control sets Griffin Industries apart, offering our foundry partners access to superior components that enhance their production processes and ultimately elevate their competitive edge in the market.
MAGMA SOLIDIFICATION SIMULATION SOFTWARE
Griffin Industries offers comprehensive casting solidification simulation services, powered by industry-leading software such as MAGMA. With this software, we provide invaluable insights to the intricate solidification process of molten metal, predicting factors like temperature distribution, shrinkage, and potential defects. Our expert team can optimize designs, gating systems, and process parameters to maximize efficiency and minimize risk.
ADDITIONAL FOUNDRY SUPPORT
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Griffin Industries offers comprehensive tooling maintenance and repair services to ensure the longevity and performance of your foundry equipment. Our dedicated team is equipped with the skills and resources necessary to handle routine inspections, preventative maintenance, complex repairs, and refurbishments. We understand the critical role that tooling plays in your operations, and we are committed to minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.
Griffin Industries is renowned for our expertise in handling highly complex core packages that demand ingenuity and intensive problem-solving skills. Our proficiency in managing intricate designs is evident in our meticulous attention to critical factors such as core wash allowance, venting, core clearance, and paste joints. Leveraging our onsite U180 shell core machine and air set core making capabilities, we bolster our capacity to provide comprehensive foundry support, ensuring seamless integration and superior results. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, we tackle even the most challenging projects with confidence and precision.
At Griffin Industries, our commitment to excellence extends to our advanced facility. Our on-site sand mold capabilities enables us to meticulously confirm mold closure and core fit, ensuring the utmost precision in every aspect of production. By mimicking production green sand, our process allows us to thoroughly verify the performance of our tooling and cores, guaranteeing optimal results for our foundry partners. With a team renowned for its precision and dedication, our customers can confidently jump-start their production processes, knowing they’re receiving tooling of the highest quality. Our seamless integration of innovative techniques and skilled craftsmanship sets us apart as leaders in the industry, trusted to deliver superior solutions and consistent results.
Griffin Industries embraces a forward-thinking approach to foundry tooling, seamlessly integrating traditional sand mold methods with cutting-edge 3D printing technology. Through our hybrid approach, we harness the benefits of both techniques to optimize efficiency and precision in casting production. By utilizing 3D printed sand molds, we achieve rapid prototyping capabilities, enabling swift iteration and refinement of designs with minimal lead time. This agile process allows for quick validation of concepts and facilitates accelerated time-to-market for our clients. Simultaneously, we leverage traditional sand mold tooling methods to ensure robustness and reliability in high-volume production scenarios. With decades of expertise in sand casting, Griffin Industries delivers comprehensive solutions that meet the diverse needs of our clients.
Griffin Industries is revolutionizing prototype manufacturing with state-of-the-art sand casting services that can simulate the surface finish, precision and accuracy of die casting. Our advanced techniques enable us to produce prototypes that closely resemble the final production parts. By bridging the gap between prototyping and high-volume production, we empower clients to test and validate designs with confidence, minimizing the risk of costly modifications later in the process. With Griffin Industries’ prototype sand casting services, customers can accelerate their product development cycle while maintaining the highest standards of quality and performance.
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