Published - 7th Sep 2026
Reliable manufacture, stockholding and supply of explosion-proof housings
Investacast supplies Dräger in the UK with safety-critical stainless steel investment castings used in explosion-proof housings, protecting electronic systems in hazardous environments.
By combining precision manufacturing, quality control and stockholding management, Investacast ensures consistent, on-time delivery of components that meet the highest safety standards required in industries such as oil and gas.
“We provide lifesaving safety systems for hazardous environments,” says Alex Barnes, Commodity Manager at Dräger. “Investacast’s ability to manage precision casting, global sourcing and stock control ensures we receive the right components exactly when we need them. Their expertise gives us total confidence in our supply chain.”
Dräger is an international leader in safety technology, supplying critical safety and protection products to industries where performance is essential.
Investacast has supported Dräger in the UK for many years, manufacturing explosion-proof enclosures that prevent the ignition of flammable gases or vapours by containing potential sparks, and heat. These components are designed for use in ATEX (‘ATmosphères EXplosibles’: European Union Directives) and IECEx (International Electrotechnical Commission’s global certification system) environments, ensuring that electrical systems remain safe and operational in hazardous conditions.
Dräger required a manufacturing partner capable of delivering:
These requirements demand both technical expertise and logistical control: capabilities that align perfectly with Investacast’s integrated approach to casting and supply.
Investment casting for performance critical applications
As a leading manufacturer of investment castings, Investacast has decades of experience in supplying high quality castings for performance-critical applications in sectors such as oil & gas, aerospace, defence, energy and electronics.
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Explosion-proof housings must maintain strict dimensional accuracy and mechanical integrity. For Dräger, Investacast manufactures stainless steel investment castings that preserve a precise internal diameter and meet surface finish specifications through precision machining.
The result is a robust, corrosion-resistant housing designed to perform reliably in extreme environments.
Quality management and international compliance
Investacast operates under an ISO 9001:2015-certified quality management system, ensuring every Dräger component is fully traceable and compliant. Each casting undergoes non-destructive testing (NDT) and inspection to confirm dimensional accuracy and surface integrity before delivery.
These controls underpin confidence in safety-critical performance and ensure all components meet relevant ATEX and IECEx requirements.
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Global sourcing and cost efficiency
To optimise cost and maintain quality, Investacast combines UK manufacturing with global sourcing through trusted overseas foundry partners. Each partner operates under Investacast’s strict quality standards, allowing the company to balance cost efficiency with technical performance.
All logistics, from packaging to transportation, are managed end to end by Investacast ensuring components arrive at Dräger’s facilities in perfect condition, ready for assembly.
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Stockholding and delivery management
Dräger’s production requirements can vary in response to global market conditions. Investacast supports this flexibility through intelligent stockholding and responsive delivery scheduling.
Using Kanban inventory management, the Investacast team monitors live component availability and replenishment lead times. This ensures Dräger receives parts precisely when needed, reducing storage overheads and eliminating downtime risks.
“Whether components are cast in the UK or sourced through our global partners, we maintain complete visibility of stock and delivery,” says Steve Burgess, Sales Manager at Investacast. “Our systems are continuously improved to minimise risk and ensure customers like Dräger receive the right parts on time.”
Investacast delivers a seamless supply partnership for Dräger in the UK, manufacturing and sourcing safety-critical stainless steel investment castings while managing stock and logistics.
Through proactive communication, precision engineering and quality assurance, Investacast enables Dräger to maintain consistent production of safety devices without compromising on reliability or compliance.
By combining engineering precision with logistical partnership, Investacast ensures Dräger’s explosion-proof enclosures can be assembled on schedule, whilst meeting the highest standards of safety and reliability.
This collaboration reflects Investacast’s wider capability to support global OEMs and Tier 1 manufacturers with safety-critical, performance-tested investment castings and end-to-end supply chain solutions.
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