Tight tolerances, geometric accuracy, and excellent surface finish - delivered
Vimax Technocast is one of the fastest-growing investment casting manufacturers in India, supplying precision investment cast components through advanced investment casting solutions to OEMs and tier-1 manufacturers worldwide. From humble beginnings in 2012 (27,000 sq ft capacity and 360 MTPA production), today we stand as a foundry with a portfolio of more than 3,000 products, 10,000-plus successful orders, and an annual production capacity of more than 1,200 MTPA.
As a technologically advanced investment casting foundry in India, we leverage modern casting solutions, viz., rainfall sanders, automatic wax presses, and machinery from FANUC and Zeiss. The outcome is lower turnaround times from design to production, and precise finished castings.
An ISO 9001-certified foundry, we are also one of the more competitive investment casting components exporters in India today. OEMs and tier-1 manufacturers in 12-plus countries including the US, Canada, the UK, France, Spain, Italy, Germany, and South Africa trust us with their investment casting needs.
We are PED 2014/68/EU and AD 2000-Merkblatt W0 certified, compliance-aware for exports, and transparent in all our communications.
Our Portfolio of Investment Castings
We manufacture a wide range of precision investment cast components, including custom investment castings for global industries. Key offerings include:
- Bonnets, flanges, valve bodies, actuators, and internal components for isolation valves such as ball, gate, butterfly, and piston valves.
- Bonnets, flanges, valve bodies, actuators, and internal components for regulation valves like globe, needle, flow, solenoid, and angle valves.
- Bonnets, flanges, valve bodies, actuators, and internal components for non-return valves like check and foot valves.
- Bonnets, flanges, valve bodies, actuators, and internal components for pressure protection valves like blowdown, pressure relief, and safety valves.
- Housings, impellers, volutes, end covers, bearing brackets, and mounting brackets for different pump types.
- Valve components, nozzle castings, deluge gun bodies, hose couplings, adapters, swivels, and brackets for firefighting equipment.
- Engine blocks, cylinder heads, crankcase, crankshaft covers, intake and exhaust manifolds, transmission and clutch housings, suspension brackets, brake calipers, and more for automobiles.
- Triggers, safety, scopes, and internal components for 1911s, Glocks, AR-15, and AK platforms. Canards, fins, housings for components, and body for missiles. Antenna brackets, signal enclosures, mounting frames, and sensor covers for defense communication and surveillance equipment.
- Impellers, agitators, mixer blades, cutting chambers, grinder housings, and more for the food processing industry.
- Joint replacements, spinal implants, bone fixation plates, and other orthopaedic implants.
In addition to the above, we also cast other components, including bespoke designs tailored to specific performance requirements.
Materials Used for Investment Casting Components
We use a diverse range of materials for investment casting components. Common alloys we regularly cast with:
| Material Category | Alloy Grades / Standards |
|---|---|
| Carbon steel | WCB, WCC, LCB, LCC, and A27 60-30. |
| Low-alloy steel | WC4, WC5, WC6, WC9, C5, C12, and C12A |
| Martensitic steel | CA6NM, CA15, CA40, LC1, LC2, LC3, and LC4 |
| Austenitic steel | CF3, CF3M, CF8, CF8M, CF8C, CF10, and CK3MCuN |
| Duplex steel | CD4MCuN(1B), CD3MN(4A), CE3MN(5A), and CD3MWCuN(6A) |
| Heat-resistant steel | HH, HI, HK, HD, and A297HF |
| Nickel-based alloys | CW6M, CW2M, N7M, M35-1, CY40, and 50Cr50NiNb |
| Cobalt-based alloys | AMS-5387B, Stellite-6, Stellite-12 |
We also manufacture stainless steel investment castings, nickel-based alloy castings, and other uncommon alloys such as Rene 77, Haynes 230, IN792, MM509, and proprietary grades in line with ISO, JIS, GOST, and similar standards.
Our Investment Casting Manufacturing Process
As one of the leading investment casting manufacturers in India, our precision lost wax casting process covers the complete production chain from tooling and wax pattern development to final inspection.
| Process Stage | Key Features |
|---|---|
| Tooling & Wax pattern | Accurate aluminum dies for producing wax patterns with repeatable accuracy at scale. |
| Investing & Heating | Evenly formed water-free casts, with precise cavities ready for pouring. |
| Pouring & Fettling | Controlled gravity pouring followed by component extraction and separation. |
| Heating & Machining | Placing components in preheated furnaces to improve metallurgical properties, followed by machining to improve surface finish. |
| Final Inspection | Spectrometric, NDT, CMM, and other physical, chemical, and visual checks to ensure alignment with compliance and performance expectations. |
Investment Casting Manufacturer for Industries
We are a Rajkot-based investment casting manufacturer and exporter in India, producing industrial investment castings and precision lost wax castings for multiple industries.
Valves
Multiple components for a wide variety of valves for end use in petroleum, oil & gas, chemical, pharmaceutical, and other industries.
Pumps
Investment cast precision parts for a range of pump types for end use in corrosive, submersive, and challenging work conditions.
Automobiles
Engine, transmission, suspension, and braking system components for different categories of vehicles, in line with IATF 16949 requirements.
Aerospace & Defense
Investment cast components for firearms, guns, missiles, rockets, communication, and surveillance systems, engineered to Mil-Spec.
Food Processing
Food-safe components that resist corrosion, leaching, and warping and are in line with FDA directives.
Human Implants
Bio-compatible implants for multiple orthopaedic requirements that stay sterile and minimize complications.
Fire Fighting
Range of components for the entire fire-fighting system—from valves to actuators and spray nozzles that meet safety requirements.
General Engineering
A-frames, linkage arms, holders, mounting brackets, spanners, wrenches, and other components and tools required for general engineering purposes.
Investment Casting Exporters in India Trusted by OEMs Worldwide
OEMs and tier-1 manufacturers across 12+ countries trust Vimax Technocast as one of the reliable investment casting exporters in India. Here's why:
Rapid prototyping
Our customers get to evaluate prototypes in under 3 weeks from their CAD submissions. On approval, we move to the die designing and creation stage.
Designing for manufacturability
Our team of experts works with designers to lower weight, simplify design, and optimize intricacies to lower the probability of snags while manufacturing.
State-of-the-art infrastructure
Rainfall sanders, high-speed slurry mixers, multiple slurry drums, fluidized stucco bed, HVAC for climate control, two 250 KW induction furnaces, t-spout ladles of varying capacity, gas-fired furnace with two thermocouples for heat treatment, and a quenching tank with 10,000-liter capacity
Best-in-class equipment
Vertical milling centers, lathes, horizontal machining centers, vertical turret lathes, and hydraulic tapping machines from FANUC and Mitsubishi.
Quality management system
ISO 9001 aligned plan-do-check-act quality management system for continuous improvement along with a robust traceability mechanism to lower scrappage and wastage.
Technical process
We deliver castings at scale that meet VDG P690 D1/D2 and IS 11166: 1993 class 2 tolerance requirements. Our castings have a surface finish between 6.3 μm and 1.6 μm, subject to requirements. We have the technical knowhow to cast components as heavy as 150 kg and as large as 900x900x450 mm.
Rigorous inspection
Stress, hardness, impact, surface roughness, magnetic particle, dye penetrant, PMI, corrosion, and ultrasonic testing along with spectrometric analysis. Our customers get comprehensive test results that keep them informed.
Thorough packaging
Freight-safe containers wherein components are wrapped in bubble wraps and puffed plastic bags to reduce jerking-induced deformities.
Global export expertise
As experienced investment casting exporters in India, we manufacture precision investment cast components in accordance with ASTM, API, ISO, EN, JIS, GOST, BS, DIN, and IS standards. We export precision investment cast components to OEMs and tier-1 manufacturers across 12+ countries while meeting PED, AD 2000, ISO 9001, and IBR requirements, supported by complete traceability and rigorous quality controls.
Transparency & support
1-1 support at all times, with a single point-of contact. Transparency in procedures and communication that extends beyond project completion.
ESG conscious
1.5 Mw solar power plant that meets up to 60-percent of energy requirements and helps our clients address Scope 3 emission goals.
Case Studies
Valve Industry
A mid-sized valve OEM in the US approached us for valve castings. We delivered 1250 components tailored to their fluid and piping system and meet their corrosion-resistance requirements.
Automobiles Industry
A tier-1 Germany-based automotive supplier wanted suspension and brake system components. We were able to lower parts weight, save on material costs by 25%, and still meet their internal tolerance requirements.
Whether you are sourcing a new component or evaluating an existing design, a technical consultation is the best place to start. Our engineers can help you determine the right material, design approach, and production strategy.
How to Choose the Right Investment Casting Manufacturer in India
With ~200 foundries in Rajkot and over 700 across India, choosing the right investment casting manufacturer can quickly become overwhelming. We share the following pointers to make it easier for you.
- Avoid operators without proper company and gst registrations. Fly-by-night operators can appear cost-attractive but lead to higher total cost of ownership.
- Scan for ISO 9001:2015 certification. This is a basic requirement that signals a proper production system is in place. It's also a prerequisite for IATF certification.
- If you are a buyer based in the EU, check if they have PED, and Merkblatt certifications. This makes it easier to export and be compliant with local requirements.
- Scan for material versatility. Foundries should be able to work with more than just stainless steel. Support for Hastealloy, Inconel, and other superalloys is a big plus.
- Finally, look into their ESG capabilities. At the bare minimum, foundries today should help their customers meet downstream emission requirements. Ecovadis, zero discharge, and other relevant certifications are excellent trust signals.
FAQs
When is investment casting preferable over other methods of production?
Investment casting manufacturers like us are preferable when businesses need components with repeatable precision in bulk quantities while staying cost-effective. Investment casting is cheaper than subtractive manufacturing and produces components with better tolerance and surface finish.
Is Investment casting manufacturing environment friendly?
Modern investment casting manufacturing is incredibly environmentally friendly. Firstly, it uses exact metal quantities so zero subtractive waste. Tight tolerance by default means lower wastage. Molten wax is recovered and reused in subsequent castings and ceramic shell casings are also reused. As one of the trusted investment casting exporters in India, Vimax uses sustainable manufacturing practices while supplying precision castings to global OEMs.
Do you support prototype and low-volume production?
Yes. Vimax Technocast supports prototype, low-volume, and production-scale investment casting requirements.
Do investment casting manufacturers in India need IBR and does it matter for my order?
IBR isn't a quality marker and is not applicable for businesses outside India. However, OEMs for valves in India ask for the same to comply with Indian boiler compliance requirements and directives.
Is there a size or weight limit for investment cast components?
Yes, absolutely but the challenge isn't the weight or the dimension (since advanced foundries can now easily cast more than 200 kg), it's the furnace. A foundry's induction furnace is what determines the upper limit on weight and size and this varies significantly from one investment casting manufacturer to another.
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