Custom Iron Casting Quality Process – TXmetal
Commitment to Quality in Every Casting Stage
At TXMETAL, quality is engineered into every phase of our custom iron casting workflow. We follow ISO 9001:2015 procedures and APQP/PPAP quality management so that gray iron, ductile iron, and ADI castings consistently meet OEM requirements on dimensional accuracy, mechanical properties, and durability. Our controls cover chemistry, process capability (Cp/Cpk), traceability, and final conformity.
- Prevents porosity, shrinkage, cracks, misruns, and core shift
- Ensures stable performance in automotive, industrial, and heavy equipment
- Reduces scrap and rework, shortening lead times and total cost
- Supports APQP/PPAP submissions, capability studies (Cp/Cpk), MSA, and full heat/batch traceability
Step-by-Step Iron Casting Quality Process
Raw Material Inspection
Spectrometer analysis and visual inspection for all pig iron, scrap steel, and alloying elements to ensure chemical consistency from the very start.
Molding & Core Verification
Sand property testing, pattern inspection, and dimensional checks on cores to prevent casting defects before production begins.
Melting & Pouring Control
Real-time melt temperature monitoring, alloy adjustments for precise metallurgy, and pre-pour chemical verification to maintain material integrity.
Cooling & Shakeout
Controlled cooling cycles to minimize stress, visual inspection for early defect detection, and initial cleaning for better downstream processing.
Machining Stage QC
CMM-based dimensional verification at critical machining points, supported by PPAP documentation for OEM compliance.
Final Inspection
Comprehensive dimensional reports, tensile strength testing, hardness measurements, and surface roughness verification to ensure every part meets specifications.
Packaging & Shipping
Protective export-grade packaging, complete export documentation, and shipment verification to safeguard quality until delivery.
Why Our Iron Casting Quality Process Matters for OEMs
Strengthens TXMETAL’s reputation as a trusted custom iron casting supplier for global OEM partnerships.
- Prevents casting defects such as porosity, shrinkage, or cracks
- Ensures consistent performance in automotive, industrial, and heavy machinery applications
- Reduces scrap rate and rework time, shortening lead times for OEM projects
Get a Custom Iron Casting Quality Assessment
Send your drawings or samples, and our engineering team will prepare a custom proposal.
We evaluate material specifications, casting weight, machining requirements, and lead times to deliver the best solution for your project.