Heat treatment determines the final mechanical and structural properties of the casting. It is also necessary for the removal of stresses that may arise in the casting after casting. Therefore, for our castings in steel and white cast iron, this is a necessary step in the production process.
Allard-Europe has 5 gas furnaces with fully computer-controlled temperature controls that can handle temperatures up to 1250 degrees Celsius.
These were recently joined by a bell furnace for preheating steel castings so they are ready for welding on material.
To quench pieces, Allard-Europe uses water or forced air. Large pieces can be submerged within 2 minutes.
Allard-Europe is an expert in casting design and casting methodology. We know how to turn the most complex mechanical parts into a perfect casting. We are happy to help you right from the start of the design (co-engineering) to achieve smooth realization.
Here you see a first sample of pure craftsmanship. In the pattern shop, the casting patterns are made and finished. These serve to form the mold in the sand. Here the foundations are laid for casting a perfectly sized casting.
Allard-Europe makes castings from steel or white cast iron to your specifications. Tell us what mechanical properties, standards or environmental factors you require and we will work with you to find the right type of material.
Allard-Europe is equipped with 4 medium-frequency induction furnaces. This allows us to melt 37 tons at one time, but also gives us the necessary flexibility for customization in function of material selection and molds.
The Fettling Shop is where castings are cleaned, finished and prepared for inspection or further machining after being removed from the mold.
In the Machine Shop, castings are finished into end products with high precision. The mechanical post‑processing (machining) removes material to obtain accurate shapes, tolerances, and surfaces that cannot be achieved through casting alone.
Allard-Europe has large and modern CNC machines and employs qualified welders for cast steel who can, when required, add additional components to a casting.
Thorough risk management and advanced quality controls are an absolute necessity because the casting process is complex and small deviations can have major implications for safety, performance and cost.
