Aesir Metals LLC has begun lost-foam casting of parts in 316 stainless steel. The casting will be used in a chemical industry operation that requires a submersible component, and in situ testing revealed that the corrosion-resistance for the part has been in compliance with the customer’s expectations, according to Aesir. The finished products provide the corrosion resistance of stainless steel with the benefits of lost-foam castings, including no need for machining and part consolidation. Producing castings in stainless may broaden the potential ferrous metal applications for the lost-foam process, according to Aesir. Besides components for chemical industry processes, the marine and energy sectors may offer opportunities for success with stainless lost-foam castings.
