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Investment castings for the semiconductor industry

20 December 2023 Investacast has extensive experience in the manufacture of close tolerance, high-end nickel alloy castings for use in the manufacturing process for semiconductor chips used in a wide range of industries.

Expromet selected for UK Trade Delegation to Seattle 

5 October 2023 Expromet Technologies Group was privileged to be selected as one of 35 UK manufacturing firms to join a UK Government Trade Delegation in Washington last week. This two-day event showcased the best of the UK’s world leading aerospace industry.

Join Expromet at DSEI on 12-15 September

31 August 2023 Are you looking for new suppliers of components for performance critical applications? Expromet to exhibit at DSEI 2023

Investacast continues to invest in ever stronger growth – an update from MD Chris Thompson

29 May 2023 Investacast MD Chris Thompson explains how continued investment in a strong and cost-effective UK manufacturing base is driving growth.

Join Investacast at the Offshore Technology Conference

24 April 2023 Expromet Technologies Group is excited to be exhibiting at the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) from 1 - 4 MAY 2023 in Houston, Texas where we will be sharing our knowledge and expertise with the industry and developing relationships with partners in the offshore technology sector. 

Investment casting in Industrial Automation

28 February 2023 How Investacast parts can improve safety and efficiency, and cut costs in the Industrial Automation industry.

Join us at the Autosport Engineering Show 2023

4 January 2023 Expromet Technologies Group will be exhibiting at the Autosport International Engineering Show at NEC Birmingham on Thursday 12 and Friday 13 January 2023. Come visit us on Stand E616.

Prototyping from Investacast

28 November 2022 Prototyping allows you to turn innovative product design ideas into successful, working end products. In this blog we explain how Investacast’s prototyping service delivers a range of benefits to our customers. 

Investacast featured in INCAST magazine

22 November 2022 We are pleased to be featured as a member in the November 2022 edition of INCAST Magazine. Read the full article!

Aluminium Casting – the versatile choice

26 October 2022 Aluminium is widely used in casting thanks to its high strength, low weight, superior conductivity, and resistance to harsh environments. We take a closer look at aluminium and the alloys best suited to your needs.

New Robot-fed CNC Machining Capability at Investacast

3 October 2022 Investacast continues to embrace robot technology to boost productivity, mitigate the shortage of available workers and improve job satisfaction at its manufacturing base in Devon. In this blog we look at the company’s new automated machine loading cell and the benefits it brings to customers, colleagues and the UK economy.

Waterglass Casting at Investacast

31 August 2022 Ever wondered what the difference is between Waterglass Casting and Investment Casting? Find out when you might choose to cast your components using the waterglass casting process.

Testing and Inspection

27 July 2022 Every casting we produce must meet precise specifications in terms of its chemical composition, mechanical properties and dimensional accuracy. In this article we look at Investment Casting processes - testing and inspection used to ensure our products meet the exact demands of the customer.

Cost Efficiencies for Aircraft Seating Components

6 June 2022 Many aircraft seating components are traditionally machined-from-solid, i.e. taking a billet of metal and removing material using CNC machine tools to achieve the desired geometry. This process can be costly both in terms of processing time and material.

Expromet acquires NC Precision

18 May 2022 Investacast is part of UK precision casting and machining group Expromet Technologies Group, which has just announced the acquisition of NC Precision, a leading manufacturer of precision components.

Investacast to exhibit at Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) in Hamburg, 14 – 16 June

28 April 2022 Investacast is one of the world’s leading suppliers of investment castings, with a UK manufacturing base in Devon and a global sourcing network throughout Asia and Europe and we will be exhibiting at the Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) at Hamburg Messe (Germany).

Choosing the Right Production Method Part 2

28 April 2022 Investacast offers a wide range of manufacturing processes, including many casting options. In Part 1 we outlined the factors which will help guide your decision. In this Part 2 we look in more detail at the benefits and limitations of different processes.

Casting treatments and finishes

23 February 2022 Investacast supplies high-quality castings in a wide range of ferrous and nonferrous alloys to demanding sectors including the Aircraft Seating, Semiconductor and Electronics industries. This blog looks at how cast products can be processed to improve their aesthetic appearance and physical properties.

Choosing the right production method for your manufactured parts

31 January 2022 Customers choose Investacast because we provide help every step of the way. From assistance with design and prototyping to selecting the most cost-efficient manufacturing process for your needs, we have the experience to ensure we deliver the best solution every time.

Expromet to exhibit at Southern Manufacturing Show

25 January 2022 We are pleased to be joining our colleagues from the Expromet group of companies at the forthcoming Southern Manufacturing and Electronics Show from the 8-10th of February at Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre.