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Ductile iron is an ideal material for rail parts, providing superior strength and flexibility to gray iron while being less expensive to create than steel.

Robotic grinding machines promise greater precision and productivity. But, are robotic grinding and polishing upgrades worth it for manufacturers and consumers? Find out!

Time for ductile iron casting 101 as we look at the process of mold pattern making in the foundry. Read how we create the perfect casting pattern for ductile iron parts.

Urick's recent customer satisfaction survey results revealed why we've become one of the industry's most trusted ductile iron suppliers.

Is iron stronger than steel? It depends! Read about the characteristics of ductile iron vs. steel, including a matchup of austempered ductile iron vs. forged steel.

Diligent testing helps Urick deliver the best ductile iron castings to you. Read about our resonant frequency testing and other ductile cast iron inspection methods.

Urick takes pride in being the best cast foundry in North America. Read how we use top-quality inputs to create the best ductile iron castings for any project.

A solar power system can take several forms. Read about them and how Urick's ductile cast iron components help solar energy equipment maintain optimal performance levels.

Maximizing nodularity in the ductile iron casting process is the goal of Urick Foundry, and there are several considerations toward achieving that.

Ductile iron is a natural fit in many applications for heavy-duty truck parts, wherein mechanical stresses are constant and failure is not an option.