Edmonton Branch | High-Performance Alloy Castings Enabled by Additive Sand Mold Manufacturing
High-performance alloys such as cobalt-based alloys, nickel-based superalloys, and duplex stainless steels play a critical role in industrial systems operating under severe conditions including high-temperature, corrosion, and abrasive environments. These materials are widely used across industries such as mining, energy, petrochemical processing, aerospace, and chemical production.
Traditionally, components made from these alloys have been produced through wrought processes, machining from billet, or more recently from additive manufacturing methods. However, casting remains one of the most versatile and scalable manufacturing routes for producing complex geometries and large components from these high-performance materials.
This presentation introduces modern casting techniques enabled by additively manufactured sand molds, which allow rapid production of complex casting geometries without traditional tooling. The session will provide a brief overview of key high-performance alloy systems, compare manufacturing approaches, and discuss how digital foundry technologies are transforming casting workflows.
Attendees will also learn about the integrated process used at Demir Engineering—from design and casting simulation to additive mold manufacturing, induction melting, and final casting. The presentation will include real industrial case studies involving cobalt alloys, nickel alloys, and duplex stainless steels used in demanding applications.
Following the presentation, participants will tour the Demir Engineering facility to see the additive sand printing process and foundry operations.
About the presenter
His work focuses on integrating modern manufacturing methods—such as additive sand mold printing—with traditional foundry practices to produce complex components in high-performance alloys. Adam has been involved in the development and production of specialized alloy components designed for severe wear, corrosion, and high-temperature environments.