Service Area – Sheboygan

Comprehensive Aluminum Casting Solutions

At Watry Industries, we’re thrilled to call Sheboygan, Wisconsin our home, where we lead the pack in aluminum casting and machining solutions. We’ve built a strong symbiotic relationship with the community, driving industrial growth and engaging in local initiatives that bolster both our operations and the regional economy. Our comprehensive services range from mold design and heat treating to advanced CNC machining and powder coating, all tailored to meet your specific needs. With our commitment to innovation and quality assurance, we ensure each product exceeds expectations. Curious about how our services can benefit your project? Discover more about our impact and offerings.

Capabilites

At Watry Industries, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive range of capabilities that meet your specific needs in aluminum casting. Our services include casting design consultation, mold and fixture design/build, as well as heat treating to ensure the highest quality. Additionally, we provide precision CNC machining and powder coating to deliver finished products that exceed expectations.

Casting Design Consultation

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Within our capabilities at Watry Industries, we offer expert casting design consultation services that are crucial for optimizing the manufacturability and functionality of your aluminum casting projects. Our team’s deep understanding of casting techniques, alongside our commitment to design optimization, ensures that each project is streamlined for production efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

When you work with us, you’ll find our approach to be comprehensive and tailored to your specific needs. Here’s what we bring to the table:

Material Selection: We guide you in choosing the right aluminum alloys that meet your product’s performance requirements and budget.
Design Optimization: By analyzing your design, we recommend modifications that enhance the casting’s manufacturability and durability, without compromising on quality.
Cost Analysis: We provide detailed breakdowns of potential costs involved, helping you make informed financial decisions to keep your project within budget.

Our goal is to ensure that the aluminum casting solutions we develop not only meet but exceed your expectations. Let’s collaborate to transform your concepts into high-quality, cost-efficient products that stand out in the market.

Mold and Fixture Design/Build

Building on our comprehensive casting services, we also excel in mold and fixture design and build capabilities. We’re well-versed in a variety of mold types, including complex geometries that require precise design and execution. Our team leverages advanced design software to create detailed mold and fixture plans that align with industry standards, ensuring high-quality results for every project.

We select the best fixture materials to withstand the demands of both the casting process and the end-use environment. This meticulous attention to detail helps us maintain our reputation for delivering durable and reliable products. Our prototyping techniques are top-notch, incorporating both traditional methods and innovative technologies like 3D printing to speed up development and testing phases. This approach allows us to refine designs rapidly before full-scale production begins.

Heat Treating

We’ve expanded our capabilities to include advanced heat treating processes, ensuring that our aluminum castings meet the highest standards of hardness and durability. By enhancing our approach to heat treatment, we’re not only increasing the lifespan of our products but also their performance in demanding applications. Our dedicated focus on temperature control and advanced heat treating processes aligns perfectly with our commitment to quality and precision.

Here’s how we’re making a difference with our heat treating capabilities:

Temperature Control: We’ve invested in state-of-the-art equipment to precisely control the heating and cooling cycles. This precision ensures optimal metallurgical properties in every casting.
Metallurgical Properties Enhancement: Our processes refine the grain structure, enhancing the mechanical properties such as toughness and strength.
Stress Relief: Every casting undergoes a specific regimen of heat treatment benefits, including stress relief to prevent future failures due to residual stresses.

These advancements allow us to deliver components that consistently exceed expectations in durability and functionality. We’re committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in aluminum casting through continuous improvement and innovation in our heat treating processes.

Precision CNC Machining

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At Watry Industries, our precision CNC machining capabilities are crucial for transforming rough castings into finely detailed parts. We’re at the forefront of CNC technology trends, integrating advanced machining techniques that set us apart in the industry. Our state-of-the-art equipment allows for high precision machining applications, ensuring each component meets stringent quality standards.

We specialize in custom machining solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients. Whether it’s a one-off prototype or high volume production runs, our approach is flexible and responsive. The CNC machining advantages we offer include increased accuracy, repeatability, and the ability to handle complex shapes and intricate designs with ease.

Our team stays updated with the latest advancements, continually refining our processes to incorporate the most effective and efficient practices. This commitment to innovation is why we’re recognized as leaders in the field. By leveraging our expertise in precision CNC machining, we help our clients achieve their manufacturing goals, ensuring every project is a success.

Trust us to deliver not just parts, but precision-crafted solutions that push the boundaries of what’s possible in aluminum casting and machining.

Powder Coating

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Our powder coating capabilities enhance the durability and aesthetic appeal of our aluminum castings, offering a range of colors and finishes to meet diverse industry requirements. This process not only boosts the longevity of our products but also makes them more resistant to corrosion, scratches, and impacts. We’ve tailored our service to ensure that powder coating benefits extend to various applications, supporting industries from automotive to consumer goods.

Here’s a quick overview of what our powder coating process involves:
Thorough Surface Preparation: Ensuring the aluminum castings are clean and free from defects before coating.
Electrostatic Application: The powder is electrically charged and sprayed onto the grounded casting, ensuring even coverage.
Curing in High-Temperature Oven: The coated castings are baked, allowing the powder to flow and form a hard finish.

We pride ourselves on the versatility and quality of our powder coating colors, which not only enhance the visual appeal but also contribute to the powder coating durability, making our products a reliable choice for many applications. Whether you’re looking for robust protective finishes or vibrant aesthetic touches, we’ve got you covered.

Assembly

Enhancing the utility and value of our aluminum castings, the assembly services at Watry Industries integrate components with precision and reliability. We’ve streamlined our assembly line to ensure that every product not only meets but exceeds the quality expectations of our clients. Through the implementation of advanced assembly techniques, we’re able to maintain a consistent level of assembly quality that sets us apart in the industry.

Our commitment to assembly safety is evident in every process. We’ve adopted assembly automation to minimize human error and enhance the safety of our workforce. This automation allows for more precise component fitting, which is critical in the high-standard sectors we serve. It’s not just about putting parts together; it’s about crafting solutions that our clients can rely on for durability and performance.

Moreover, our assembly processes are designed to optimize both speed and accuracy. By integrating robotics and other high-tech equipment into our assembly line, we ensure that each phase of the assembly is monitored and controlled to meet stringent quality standards. This careful balance of speed, precision, and safety is how we add value to every product that passes through our doors.

Finishing and Testing

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Following the meticulous assembly of our aluminum castings, we turn our focus to their finishing and testing, pivotal stages that ensure each piece meets the high standards expected by our global clientele. We’re dedicated to delivering top-tier products, and our capabilities in this area are designed to achieve that goal through rigorous quality assurance and process optimization.

Our finishing techniques include a variety of surface treatments that enhance the durability and appearance of each casting. We apply the latest in coating technologies and precision polishing, ensuring that every product isn’t just functional but also aesthetically pleasing.

Testing is equally critical. We adhere to strict testing standards to verify the integrity and performance of our castings. This involves both destructive and non-destructive testing methods, providing us with detailed insights into the quality of our products.

Here’s a quick snapshot of what we offer:
Advanced Surface Treatments: From anodizing to thermal spraying, ensuring optimal surface quality.
Rigorous Testing Protocols: Including x-ray, ultrasonic, and pressure testing to meet various industry standards.
Continuous Process Improvement: Leveraging feedback and data to refine our techniques and outputs.

At Watry Industries, every step in our process is geared toward exceeding customer expectations and maintaining our market leadership.

Working with Watry

Choosing to work with Watry means partnering with a leader in permanent mold aluminum casting services. We’re proud of our robust customer partnerships that enhance our innovation strategies and manufacturing excellence. By integrating cutting-edge robotics into our processes, we not only boost efficiency but also uphold the highest standards of quality assurance.

When you join forces with us, you’re not just getting a supplier; you’re engaging a partner committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in aluminum casting. Our team thrives on collaboration, working closely with you to tailor solutions that meet your specific needs. We harness the latest in technology and innovation, from 3D-printed cores to advanced robotics, ensuring every project benefits from precision and expertise.

Our dedication to manufacturing excellence is evident in every piece we produce. We guarantee not only the quality but also the reliability and durability of our castings, which are designed to meet the rigorous demands of diverse industries. With Watry, you can expect a seamless experience marked by proactive communication and a clear focus on your project’s success. Let’s create something outstanding together.

At Watry Industries in Sheboygan, we’re not just about casting; we’re about crafting solutions that propel your projects to new heights. With our cutting-edge technology and dedicated team, we ensure every phase, from design consultation to final testing, is handled with utmost precision and care. Partner with us, and let’s achieve excellence together. Your success is our success, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. Join us in shaping the future.