Ductile Iron vs. Steel: Which Is Better?

January 18th, 2023, 11:33 AM
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.

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How To Test Ductile Iron for Quality

December 15th, 2022, 9:30 AM
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.

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Why Urick Is the Best Cast Foundry for Your Project

November 23rd, 2022, 12:00 AM
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.

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Shining a Light on Ductile Iron in Solar Energy Equipment

October 3rd, 2022, 12:00 AM
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.

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Maximizing Nodularity in the Ductile Iron Casting Process

September 14th, 2022, 9:31 AM
Maximizing nodularity in the ductile iron casting process is the goal of Urick Foundry, and there are several considerations toward achieving that.

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Heavy-Duty Truck Parts: Ductile Iron in the Driver's Seat

August 10th, 2022, 9:31 AM
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.

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Why Ductile Iron for Agricultural Castings?

July 13th, 2022, 11:17 AM
Ductile iron was made for hard work, exhibiting the kind of toughness, flexibility, and dependability that is a must for agricultural castings.

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On Foundry Jobs and Foundry Productivity

June 20th, 2022, 11:00 AM
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.

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What to Look for in a Ductile Iron Foundry

May 18th, 2022, 9:25 AM
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.

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Harnessing the Heat Treatments of Ductile Cast Iron

April 14th, 2022, 4:09 PM
The various heat treatments of ductile cast iron involve heating and cooling a casting within specific temperature ranges for specific durations of time.

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