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Aerospace Casting and Surface Treatment Capabilities

September 1st, 2020

Investment casting and surface treatment techniques ensure product quality, on-time delivery and capacity.

Resin Sand Casting Capabilities and Processes

August 27th, 2020

Resin sand casting is ideal for very large castings that can weigh several tons. Yet this process is also ideal for smaller components that need customization.

CNC Machining VS 3-D Printing: Pros and Cons

August 19th, 2020

As newer innovations in the manufacturing world enter the market, the two methods that are most talked about are 3D printing and CNC machining. These two manufacturing processes can provide a variety of components necessary for all industries. Yet their

Mexico’s Free Trade Agreements Allow Manufacturers to Boost Supply Chains

July 20th, 2020

Manufacturers consider dozens of factors when it comes to expanding their operations. In addition to the costs associated with expansion, they also consider whether the new operations will feature the same production lines or new production capabilities with expanded services.

Mexico Manufacturing Expansion Creates Local-for-Local Supply Chain Benefits

July 19th, 2020

Manufacturers around the world have been closely watching the ongoing trade war that has been occurring between the United States and China. The trade war impacts a range of goods, raw materials and services. Due to the volatile economic environment,

Thinking About Draft Angles

July 18th, 2020

If you can orient the sand casting pattern to provide natural draft, the design does not need to add draft angles.

When Surface Lay Matters

July 16th, 2020

For some machined parts satisfactory performance depends on correct orientation of the “lay.” Get the lay wrong and consequences can include premature failure and warranty costs. Here’s an introduction to surface lay and why it matters. Machining Direction and Lay

Optimizing Sand Casting Pattern Design

July 15th, 2020

A sand cast part can only be as good as the pattern allows. It takes a great deal of experience to get the best out of the process. At Impro we are internationally recognized for our sand casting expertise.

What Impro’s Mexican Expansion Means for North American Customers

July 7th, 2020

Global trade policies impact our customers in different regions around the world. It can impede customer demand, slow down supply chain capabilities and raise production costs. To offset these hurdles and provide more vertically-integrated solutions to North American customers, Impro’s

Building Superior Hydraulic Systems With Precision Machining

April 21st, 2020

Precision machining can make parts out of aluminum, steel, stainless steel, copper and bronze of high precision parts of hydraulic systems.

Investment Casting vs. Die Casting: What Are the Differences?

April 16th, 2020

An overview of the investment casting and die casting processes—including what they are, how they work, key advantages and disadvantages, and how they differ.

Common Misconceptions About Investment Casting

March 17th, 2020

At Impro, we are a premier manufacturer of high-quality engineered metal parts and components suitable for use in critical and demanding applications, such as those found in the aerospace, automotive, and construction industries. One of our core services offered is