Giving Tuesday 2023 – How CWM Gives Back
Walter Treiber Sr., grandfather of current President/CEO Eric Treiber, created the Chicago White Metal Charitable Foundation in 1961. The Foundation was established to share CWM’s successes with surrounding communities. The Charitable Foundation at CWM actively promotes employee engagement in identifying and expressing their strong interests in particular causes. Employees have a say in how CWM […]
The Evolution of High-Pressure Die Casting
Since its inception, the high-pressure die casting process has experienced substantial advancements. The evolution of a primitive process into a contemporary, highly efficient, and technologically advanced manufacturing method is a true marvel of technological advancement. The growth and progress of die casting helped improve the competitiveness of various industries, ranging from automotive and aerospace to […]
Advantages of Using Die Casting for Agriculture, Construction and Mining Products
Die casting is a highly efficient manufacturing process that offers numerous benefits across various industries. In the agriculture, construction, and mining sectors, die casting is pivotal in enhancing productivity, improving quality, and reducing costs. Let’s explore some of the advantages of using die casting in these industries and highlight how this process contributes to the development […]
Die Casting vs. Sand Casting – What’s the Difference?
Die casting and sand casting are two popular methods for manufacturing metal parts. While both methods involve casting liquid metal in a mold to create a product or part, there are significant differences between the two processes. What is Die Casting? Die casting is a manufacturing process that involves injecting molten metal into a complex, […]
The Benefits of High-Volume Production in Die Casting
Chicago White Metal’s High-Pressure Die Casting process is the perfect solution for high-volume manufacturing projects – especially if you are concerned with cost, efficiency, repeatability, and producing high-quality parts. High-volume manufacturing, via the high-pressure die casting process, involves an investment in tooling. Still, the benefits are that parts can be converted from raw material to […]
CWM’s Recycling Program – Above and Beyond
CWM’s Recycling Program – Above and Beyond Chicago White Metal’s environmental practices began long before cultural demands for sustainability started. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle has always been the mantra throughout our operations and supply chain. In both our plant and office operations, recycling comes first. One of the main reasons CWM maintains such a rigorous recycling […]
CWM Invests in Robotics and Automation
Chicago White Metal remains very proactive in researching and implementing advanced technology into the die casting process, added value, and finishing operations. CWM leadership encourages an environment where team members can examine and suggest alternatives to current techniques to improve and enhance quality, efficiency, and measurability. This ultimately leads to overall efficiency for existing and […]
Importance of Design for Manufacturing in Die Casting
Before the Design for Manufacturing (DFM) process can begin, it’s essential to determine which manufacturing process will be the optimal solution for your final product. While several methods are available to manufacture parts efficiently, few offer the quality, environmental advantages, and cost savings of die casting. Depending on the project’s specific needs, our team will […]
Equipment Highlight: CWM’s new 1000-Ton Die Casting Machine
In September 2020, Chicago White Metal’s maintenance team installed a brand-new aluminum 1000-ton die casting machine. Under the leadership of Max Golovin, CWM’s Director of R&D, the installation of a new IDRA-900 Xpress Die Casting Machine was completed in the spring of 2021. CWM produced the first official casting from the new machine on March […]
CWM & Waygate Technologies Win Prestigious IMA Award
The International Magnesium Association has awarded Chicago White Metal, in conjunction with Waygate Technologies, its 2021 IMA Award of Excellence in its Commercial (non-automotive) Cast Product! The end product for this magnesium casting is a Remote Videoscope used to inspect hard-to-reach areas. It offers HD Video and 3D measurements and features a military-grade portable design […]