Mould Preparation & Core Making
Expertly prepared moulds and precision cores for accurate, defect-free castings every time.
Service overview
Mould Preparation & Core Making
Mould Preparation and Core Making are essential to producing castings with the accuracy, surface quality and structural integrity our customers require. At AFM, we carefully assemble each mould using quality-controlled sand mixtures and proven preparation techniques, while producing cores to precise specifications to form internal cavities and complex geometries within the casting, for components from 1 kg to 1 tonne.
Our team follows strict procedural controls at every step, from sand mixing ratios and compaction methods through to core positioning and mould closure, to minimise the risk of defects and ensure repeatable results across every production run.
This disciplined approach to mould and core preparation is one of the key reasons AFM customers can rely on consistent casting quality, batch after batch.
01
Controlled Sand Preparation
Sand mixtures are precisely formulated and tested to ensure optimal mould strength, permeability and surface finish.
02
Core Production Capability
Cores are manufactured to tight dimensional tolerances, enabling complex internal geometries and undercut features in finished castings.
03
Mould Assembly Inspection
Each mould is inspected before closing to verify correct core placement, mould integrity and readiness for pouring.
04
Defect Prevention Protocols
Procedural controls at the mould preparation stage actively reduce the occurrence of common casting defects such as porosity, misruns and sand inclusions.
Capabilities & Features
Product assembly
Category
Details
Coe Types
Shell cores
Cold box cores
Oil sand cores
Processes
Sand mixing and conditioning
Core box production
Mould assembly and alignment
Cavity coating and venting
Quality & Standards
Sand property testing (strength, permeability, moisture)
Core dimensional inspection
Pre-pour mould integrity check
Defect rate monitoring and process review
Simple & Transparent
Our proven workflow
Step 1
Design and planning
Step 2
Precision machining
Step 3
Final Inspection & dispatch
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What metals can AFM Casting work with?
We cast grey iron, ductile iron, carbon steel, alloy steel, stainless steel and aluminium, depending on the product and specification. Tell us the grade and standard you need, and we'll confirm it during contract review.
What casting processes do you use?
How do I engage AFM Casting Company for my production or project?
What industries do you supply?
Do you offer machining or finishing services after casting?
How do I get a quote, and what information do you need from me?
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