About Us
About us
A Legacy of Excellence in Precision Casting
Aurora Metals Division, LLC stands as a beacon of innovation and quality in the precision casting industry. With roots tracing back to 1899, our company has evolved from a modest foundry into a cutting-edge facility that sets the standard for precision casting of non-leaded non-ferrous and stainless-steel grade alloys. Founded by visionaries Russel H Colby and Dr. Gustave Thurnauer as the Aurora Metals Company, we have maintained our commitment to excellence while adapting to the ever-changing landscape of manufacturing and technology.
Our Facilities
Nestled in the heart of Montgomery, Illinois, our state-of-the-art facility at 1995 Greenfield Rd spans an impressive 100,000 square feet. This expansive space houses our advanced equipment, dedicated workforce, and serves as the epicenter of our innovative casting processes. The strategic location allows us to efficiently serve clients across various industries, maintaining our position as a leader in precision casting.
Advanced foundry operations
Our all-electric melting foundries provide 3 casting process’s as well as conventional core and 3D core technology:
- Our Unique Vacuum permanent and semi-permanent mold
- Permanent mold
- No-bake sand molding
- -3D sand printing for molds and cores
Advanced Machine Shop
Our machine shop is equipped with a variety of high-quality equipment, including:
- Multiple Gantry assisted lathes in various sizes
- CNC machining centers, such as vertical turning centers, horizontal turning centers, 3 & 5 axis mills.
Tool and Die Department
We have a complete tool and die department for:
- Producing and maintaining casting dies and core boxes
- Creating custom fixtures and tooling
Quality Control Equipment
Our commitment to precision is supported by advanced quality control tools, including:
- A Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) that ensures the accuracy of our die/molding tooling
These facilities allow us to maintain strict quality control throughout the production process, ensuring that every casting meets your specifications.
- Spectrometer to ensure alloy chemistries are accurate
Aurora Metals Division, LLC remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in precision casting.
Cutting-Edge Technology and Capabilities
To maintain our position at the forefront of the industry, we continuously invest in state-of-the-art technology. Our facility boasts:
- Advanced CNC machining centers for precision finishing
- Lathes of various sizes and configurations to handle a wide range of casting sizes
- A comprehensive tool and die department for in-house tooling construction and maintenance
- A bridge Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) to ensure accurate geometries of die tooling final product quality
- A 3D sand printer to ensure repetitive accuracy of cores and molds.
What We Do
Our Services
Aurora Metals offers a comprehensive suite of precision casting services, catering to diverse industry needs:
Lead Lined Wood Doors
Customizable sizes and veneers with fire labels up to 90 minutes.
Lead Lined Control Frame and Hollow Metal Doors
Available in custom profiles.
Lead Drywall
Our lead drywall is designed for easy installation, ideal for various structural applications to shield against harmful radiation.
Protective Glass
We offer protective glass with standard to enhanced shielding options, including safety laminated glass for door lites and side lites, ensuring safety and visibility in critical areas.
Lead Lined Steel Welded Doors & Frames
Designed for extreme door weights, custom jamb depths, and profiles with special hardware reinforcements.
Linear Accelerator Doors and PET Shielding
Tailored design for heavy radiation shielding.
Lead Plywood Interlocking Panel Systems and Lead Bricks
Our Team
At Aurora Metals, we believe that our greatest asset is our people. With continuous training of our skilled employees, we have cultivated a workforce that combines decades of experience with fresh, innovative thinking. Our team includes skilled technicians, quality control specialists, and customer service professionals, all working in harmony to safely deliver exceptional products and services to our clients.
Our Commitment to Quality
Quality is not just a buzzword at Aurora Metals; it's the foundation of everything we do. Our unwavering commitment to excellence is encapsulated in our quality policy:"
Committed to customers' success by: Providing quality casting on a timely basis, while continuously improving our processes."
This philosophy permeates every aspect of our operations, from the initial design phase to the final product delivery. We understand that our success is intrinsically linked to the success of our customers, and we strive to exceed expectations at every turn.
Certifications and Standards
Aurora Metals proudly holds the ISO 9001:2015 certification, a testament to our Certified Quality Management System. This internationally recognized standard ensures that our processes, from procurement to production and delivery, adhere to the highest quality benchmarks. Our commitment to maintaining this certification reflects our dedication to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.
Our Services
Aurora Metals offers a comprehensive suite of precision casting services, catering to diverse industry needs:
- Vacuum Die Casting: Our specialty lies in our unique vacuum die casting of brass and bronze alloys. This process ensures high-density, porosity-free castings ideal for critical applications.
- Vacuum Cast Impellers: We excel in producing near-net-shape geometrically consistent impellers for the centrifugal pump market, our largest market segment.
- Permanent Mold Casting: Utilizing permanent mold techniques for brass and bronze alloys, we deliver consistent, high-quality castings for various applications.
- Sand Foundry Casting: Our expertise extends to job-shop quantity sand casting of not only brass/bronze non-leaded alloys, but also to stainless steel, duplex stainless, and super duplex stainless alloys, offering versatility in material options and part complexity.
Industries We Serve
While our capabilities span multiple sectors, we have developed particular expertise in serving the centrifugal pump industry. Our clientele includes:
- Fire pump manufacturers, ensuring repetitive geometries for critical safety applications
- Fire truck pump manufacturers, supporting emergency response vehicles
- Wastewater treatment facilities, providing durable components for challenging environments
- Cryogenic pump manufacturers, delivering precision parts for extreme temperature applications
- Agricultural pump producers, supporting the backbone of food production
Innovation at the Core
At Aurora Metals, we believe that innovation is key to staying ahead in a competitive industry. Our recent installation of a 3D sand printer for producing molds and cores exemplifies this commitment. This cutting-edge technology allows us to:
- Reduce lead times for prototyping and production
- Enhance design flexibility for complex geometries
- Improve casting accuracy and surface finish
- Minimize tooling costs for low-volume production runs
By embracing additive manufacturing alongside our traditional casting methods, we offer our clients the best of both worlds: time-honored expertise and cutting-edge capabilities.
Environmental Responsibility
We recognize the importance of sustainable manufacturing practices. Aurora Metals is committed to minimizing our environmental impact through:
- Efficient resource utilization and waste reduction programs
- Recycling of metal scrap and sand
- Implementation of energy-efficient equipment and processes
- Compliance with all environmental regulations and striving to exceed them where possible
Looking to the Future
As we move forward, Aurora Metals Division, LLC remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in precision casting. We continue to invest in our people, our technology, and our processes to ensure that we remain at the forefront of the industry for generations to come.
With over a century of experience behind us and an eye firmly on the future, Aurora Metals is your trusted partner for all precision casting needs. Whether you require a single prototype or high-volume production, our team is ready to deliver solutions that meet and exceed your expectations.
Experience the Aurora Metals difference – where tradition meets innovation, and quality is cast into every product we create.