Foundry

Minerals Engineered for Foundry Performance

Foundry & Metal Casting

Refractory and mineral solutions for moulding, casting, furnace lining and foundry coating systems, engineered for thermal stability, dimensional control and dependable casting quality.

1 Products
View products
Foundry market overview 01
Market Overview

Reliable Minerals for Extreme Casting Conditions

20 Microns supports foundries with minerals selected for green-sand systems, core and mould production, furnace lining, foundry coatings, investment casting and refractory service.

Why It Performs

Performance Built for Heat, Strength and Stability

Thermal Stability

Thermal Stability

Refractory minerals withstand severe casting temperatures while controlling expansion and distortion.

Casting Surface Quality

Casting Surface Quality

Controlled mineral chemistry and sizing support cleaner mould release and improved casting finish.

Process Reliability

Process Reliability

Consistent powders and granules support repeatable moulding, coating, lining and casting performance.

Foundry problem and solution
Challenge transformed Problem Solution
Problem & Solution

Solving Critical Foundry Challenges

Material consistency and thermal behaviour are critical to safe processing, dimensional accuracy and finished-casting quality.

01 The challenge

Thermal Shock & Deformation

Rapid temperature change can crack linings and distort mould or refractory components.

Our engineered response

Low-Expansion Refractory Minerals

Mullite delivers high-temperature mechanical stability, low thermal expansion and strong creep resistance.

02 The challenge

Inconsistent Mould & Core Performance

Variable particle sizing reduces compaction, strength and dimensional repeatability.

Our engineered response

Controlled Powder & Granule Sizing

Purpose-sized mineral grades support packing, stable processing and repeatable foundry performance.

03 The challenge

Chemical Attack & Premature Wear

Harsh molten-metal and slag environments shorten refractory service life.

Our engineered response

Chemically Stable Aluminosilicates

Low-porosity mullite remains stable in severe chemical and thermal environments.

Product Portfolio

Foundry Product Portfolio

Explore the complete workbook-aligned product portfolio. Product-specific application areas, grades, benefits and technical details are available on each product page.

Market Reach

Foundry Market Reach

01
Industry Segment

Foundry Manufacturing

Application-focused mineral solutions supporting Foundry Manufacturing across established and emerging markets.

02
Industry Segment

Regional Supply Networks

Application-focused mineral solutions supporting Regional Supply Networks across established and emerging markets.

03
Industry Segment

Specialty Formulators

Application-focused mineral solutions supporting Specialty Formulators across established and emerging markets.

Foundry technical support
Expert Backing

Expert Support for Foundry

Our technical team supports refractory mineral selection, particle-size matching and product trials for foundry coatings, investment casting and high-temperature linings.

Application-specific grade selection
Powder and granule sizing support
Thermal and chemical performance guidance
Build More Reliable Foundry Systems

Discuss your casting temperature, particle-size and refractory requirements with our foundry mineral specialists.

20 Microns Limited enquiry@20microns.com
Follow Us