Medical Aluminum Castings

Founded in 1957 in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, Watry Industries has built its reputation as one of the most advanced and trusted aluminum foundries in North America. With nearly seven decades of experience, Watry serves industries that require uncompromising precision, cleanliness, and performance—including the medical manufacturing sector.

Medical technology demands exceptional accuracy and quality assurance. Components must meet exacting specifications, resist corrosion, and perform flawlessly in highly controlled environments. That’s why OEMs and equipment manufacturers rely on Watry Industries for expertly engineered Medical Aluminum Castings that meet the stringent standards of the medical field.

image of aluminum castings testing at Watry Industries aluminum foundry

By combining expertise in permanent mold, semi-permanent mold, traditional tilt pour, and reverse tilt pour aluminum casting, with fully integrated machining, finishing, and testing, Watry delivers medical-grade aluminum components that meet both functional and regulatory expectations. The result is a seamless, single-source solution that reduces risk, improves efficiency, and ensures consistent quality from prototype to production.

Advantages of Our Medical Aluminum Castings

Watry Industries’ integrated manufacturing model provides the precision and repeatability required by the medical industry. Every casting is engineered and validated to perform in the most demanding applications—where consistency and reliability directly impact patient safety and product performance.

Key Advantages

  • Precision & Cleanliness
    Watry’s aluminum casting processes are optimized for smooth surfaces, minimal porosity, and clean geometries that meet the requirements of medical-grade applications.
  • Single-Source Efficiency
    All processes—from casting and CNC machining to finishing and inspection—are performed in-house to reduce vendor risk and accelerate production.
  • Regulatory Alignment
    Manufacturing practices are designed to support compliance with stringent quality standards required for medical devices and assemblies.
  • Consistent Quality Assurance
    Advanced inspection and testing ensure dimensional accuracy, surface integrity, and long-term reliability.
  • Lightweight & Corrosion Resistant
    Aluminum offers strength, biocompatibility, and corrosion resistance, making it ideal for medical housings, instruments, and support structures.

Watry’s combination of precision, repeatability, and reliability helps medical OEMs bring products to market faster, while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

Typical Applications & Capabilities

Watry manufactures Medical Aluminum Castings used in a wide range of diagnostic, treatment, and support equipment.

Common Applications Include:

  • Imaging equipment housings and frames (MRI, CT, X-ray)
  • Medical pump and compressor housings
  • Instrument brackets and enclosures
  • Hospital bed and mobility components
  • Laboratory equipment structures
  • Sterilization and cleaning system parts
  • Mounting plates and structural assemblies

Each part is engineered for durability, precision, and clean design—meeting the aesthetic and functional needs of modern medical technology. Watry’s foundry and machining operations ensure tight tolerances and flawless finishes critical for sterile and controlled environments.

Integrated Casting, Machining & Finishing

Watry’s in-house CNC machining and Finishing & Coatings operations give medical manufacturers a complete production partner under one roof. This integration minimizes handling and contamination risks while delivering faster turnaround times.

Advanced Machining Capabilities Include:

  • (8) DMG Mori NH6300 high-speed horizontal machining centers
  • (7) DMG Mori NHX6300 high-speed horizontal machining centers
  • (7) OKK 800 high-speed horizontal machining centers
  • (5) 400mm–500mm horizontal machining centers
  • (1) CNC turning center
  • (14) High-speed vertical machining centers
  • 6-axis robotic loading of multiple machining centers

In-house finishing processes such as anodizing, powder coating, and polishing ensure smooth, durable, and aesthetically clean surfaces—ideal for medical environments. Whether producing low-volume prototypes or high-volume production runs (ranging from 300 to 600,000 units annually), Watry maintains unmatched consistency and traceability.

Testing & Quality Assurance for Medical Components

Medical device and equipment manufacturers depend on absolute reliability and traceability. Watry’s comprehensive testing and inspection systems validate every component before it leaves the facility.

In-House Testing Capabilities Include:

  • Helium Leak Testing – ensures sealed components meet pressure and vacuum requirements.
  • Pressure Decay Testing – detects micro-leaks in housings and fluid system components.
  • X-Ray Testing – verifies internal integrity and identifies hidden flaws or voids.
  • Vision Inspection Systems – ensure dimensional and surface quality consistency.

Watry’s rigorous quality assurance standards guarantee each casting is defect-free, structurally sound, and compliant with the precision needs of medical OEMs.

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Why Choose Watry Industries for Medical Aluminum Castings

For the medical industry, Watry Industries offers more than technical capability—it offers confidence. Since 1957, Watry has combined foundry craftsmanship with advanced automation and process control to deliver castings that perform in regulated, high-precision environments.

Industry-Focused Expertise

Watry understands the stringent cleanliness, repeatability, and quality control standards essential to medical manufacturing. Components for imaging equipment, fluid systems, and precision instruments require flawless castings—and Watry delivers.

Engineering & Process Control

Watry’s advanced modeling, tooling, and DFM support ensure manufacturability and performance from design through production. Each part is produced within a tightly controlled process that supports medical OEM documentation and quality assurance.

Facility & Mission

Operating from a 271,800-square-foot facility in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, Watry’s mission remains clear:

  • Reduce production costs
  • Shorten lead times
  • Reduce inventory and logistics risks
  • Eliminate headaches for customers

By offering casting, machining, finishing, and testing in one location, Watry minimizes contamination potential, ensures traceability, and accelerates time to market.

For manufacturers in the medical sector, Watry Industries is more than a foundry—it’s a precision partner capable of delivering the quality, cleanliness, and reliability today’s medical technology demands.

Get Started with Watry Industries

If your next medical program requires precision, cleanliness, and traceable quality, Watry Industries is your trusted partner for Medical Aluminum Castings.

Phone: (920) 458-5131
Website: www.watry.com
Location: Sheboygan, Wisconsin

Submit an RFQ or contact a Watry medical casting expert today to learn how our integrated aluminum foundry solutions can help you produce high-quality, compliant medical components—on time and on budget.