Urick Blog

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.

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.

Ductile iron was made for hard work, exhibiting the kind of toughness, flexibility, and dependability that is a must for agricultural castings.

Foundry jobs can be demanding, but they can also be rewarding, as each worker plays a role in transforming an initial concept into a tangible and useful product.

The best ductile iron foundries are those that have mastery over every step in the casting process — learn what they are and why Urick does them better.

The various heat treatments of ductile cast iron involve heating and cooling a casting within specific temperature ranges for specific durations of time.