Compass & Anvil

Sand Casting

Sand casting is one of the most versatile and cost-effective casting methods available, and Compass & Anvil can connect you with a manufacturer who can create parts to fit nearly any shape, size, or material requirement. With over 30 years of experience, we are experts when it comes to castings of any type. We work with an array of on and offshore manufacturers to guarantee all your demands are met.

Simple or complex. Finished or unfinished—No matter the application or requirements, Compass & Anvil has the connections and expertise to ensure you receive exactly what you need. We will work with your schedule, budget, and designs to determine the best solution for your custom project.

Sand Casting Process

Sand casting traditionally includes six manufacturing steps:

• Making the mold – A specialized pattern is placed into packed sand to create two halves of a mold. The pattern is removed to reveal a cavity that will be used for the casting process.
• Clamping the mold – The two halves of the sand molds are prepared for casting and then clamped together with a gating system to produce a full mold cavity that is ready to receive the molten material.
• Pouring – Molten metal is quickly poured into the mold.
• Cooling – The molten metal begins cooling as soon as it enters the mold cavity. The casting must solidify completely before it can be removed from the mold.
• Removal – Once the casting has completely solidified, the mold can be broken away and the casting can be removed.
• Finishing – Once the casting has been removed from the mold, it is trimmed of excess material and may undergo finishing.