Mabry Iron Castings Expands Green Sand Molding Capacity

See Foundry & Management Technology article published March 14, 2008

Mabry Castings added an automated Hunter 20 matchplate molding machine to its Beaumont, TX, operation. The ductile and gray iron foundry already operated two matchplate molding lines, a similar Hunter 20 machine and a Hunter 32, as well as a no-bake molding line..

Mabry management indicated that the new Hunter machine will allow it to double its output of ductile iron castings ranging from 1 to 40 lbs. Its products range in weight from 1 to 3,800 lbs. in all classes of ductile and grey iron, including the “stronger” grey iron classes, 40 and 50.

Mabry reports that the recent expansion of its green-sand molding department and pouring capabilities, and its adoption of lean manufacturing principles, have helped it to reduce delivery lead times by as much as 40%.

The foundry, located in Beaumont, TX, was acquired by Advanced Metals Group LLC in mid-2000. Its castings include valve bodies and pump housings, actuators, cable drums and off-highway automotive components. Mabry’s customers represent a range of markets, including: oil and gas, waterworks, agriculture, marine, automotive aftermarket, construction and equipment, machine tool, mining, and various commercial users.

-----------------------------------------------------------