In-house lean manufacturing solutions for continuous cast iron products
AIA's Continuous Cast Iron Bar: The superior alternative to steel and sand cast iron
AIA continuous-cast gray and ductile iron are highly sought-after steel alternatives. Many industries are switching to continuous cast iron because it is cost-effective compared to other steel alternatives, like aluminum.
- Class 40 Gray Iron (CC-2)
- 65-45-12 Ductile Iron (CC-3)
- 80-55-06 Ductile Iron (CC-4)
Our continuous cast iron solidifies uniformly, making it incredibly durable and more uniform than traditional sand cast iron. Generating less scrap and requiring less machining time, continuous cast iron costs significantly less than other metals.
Cast iron stock options
- Cast iron bars, rounds & rods
- Cast iron tubes
- Cast iron square & rectangular bars
- Cast iron plates
- Cast iron specialty shapes
Cont. cast vs. sand casting
Sand casting techniques have existed for thousands of years, and our family of companies offers such products. However, continuous cast iron has only recently been developed, thanks to new techniques and technologies. In some respects, the casting process used to produce continuous cast is superior to the old sand-cast iron methods. The process significantly reduces the number of rejected pieces, making production more cost-effective.
Additionally, continuous casting reduces porosity and prevents the centerline from shrinking. Reducing these internal flaws results in fewer pieces ruined during machining. AIA/Lawton Standard's continuous-cast iron will make your shop more productive, reduce waste, and eliminate headaches caused by the sudden exposure of an interior flaw after hours of extensive machining.