URETHANE CASTING
We are able to reproduce your design with urethane castings by using a stereolithography master or a machined master to create RTV silicone rubber molds. Our urethane casting service ensures consistent excellence whether you need a small quantity or several hundred castings.
URETHANE CASTING CAN PROVE EXTREMELY VALUABLE FOR EARLY MARKET TESTING
Our urethane casting service gives you access to high quality, low volume “production-like parts” in a variety of rigid, and soft urethane materials. Castings can even be colored to a wide range of colors and textures and ARRK will match pigments for Pantone, RAL, or samples provided. Our cast urethane parts resemble your final product not only in shape but also in appearance and finish. Urethane castings provide a visual, practical, and functional evaluation plus can prove extremely valuable for early market testing.
MORE CHOICES
Wide range of resins, size, finishing options
HIGH QUALITY
Accurate and high quality cast copies with an immaculate finish
SPEED TO MARKET
Quick turnaround for a reduced time to market
URETHANE CASTING PROCESS
STAGE 1. Master model
STAGE 2. Silicone mold
STAGE 3. Casting chambers
STAGE 4. Urethane part
A Master Model is created with all part features and finishing details to be reflected in the mold.
A fast curing silicone rubber mold is produced using the Master Model as a pattern.
ARRK injects our two-part urethanes into the mold inside vacuum pressure chambers.
Cured parts removed from the mold precisely and consistently duplicate the master model.
STAGE 1. Master model
A Master Model is created with all part features and finishing details to be reflected in the mold.
STAGE 2. Silicone mold
A fast curing silicone rubber mold is produced using the Master Model as a pattern.
STAGE 3. Casting chambers
ARRK injects our two-part urethanes into the mold inside vacuum pressure chambers.
STAGE 4. Urethane part
Cured parts removed from the mold precisely and consistently duplicate the master model.
CREATING CUSTOM MANUFACTURED URETHANE CASTINGS
A master model is often 3D printed using Stereolithography for its ability to be finely finished. Additionally, CNC master models are also a good choice, primarily because of their strength and ability to produce more significant quantities with tighter overall tolerances. Next, silicone rubber is poured around the master pattern, creating a cavity and a core. The master is then removed once the silicone rubber sets and leaves a void into which several materials may be cast.
Urethane casting designs do not require draft on small parts. Due to the flexibility of silicone molds, cast parts can be removed easily. Undercuts and fine details are replicated using mold inserts where necessary. While a silicone mold wears out quickly, it is vastly more cost effective for very low volume and prototype plastic parts with production-level quality and surface finishes.
Highly trained technicians and experienced molders at ARRK North America, Inc. use their inventiveness to resolve any possible production issues in advance. We perpetually run tests and validate processes.
ARRK implements quality checks throughout manufacturing to ensure you receive the highest quality urethane castings available. We guide you through the best ways possible to produce your product design.
URETHANE CASTING
The most cost effective way to produce less than 30 parts
RIGID URETHANE CASTING MATERIALS
Examples include ABS-like and clear to fire-retardant prototypes, cast in UL94V0 rated urethane, and semi-rigid prototypes which emulate the properties of polypropylene.
To view Data Sheets for our Rigid Urethane Casting Materials, please click the links below.
ELASTOMERIC URETHANE CASTING MATERIALS
We produce elastomeric urethane castings ranging from 20 Shore A to 90 Shore A. The materials can be used for everything from keypads, buttons, to O-rings.
To view Data Sheets for our Elastomeric Materials please click the links below.
FINISHING PROCESSES WITH MASTER CRAFTSMANSHIP AND EXPERIENCE
Our team of skilled finishers and model makers carry out all finishing, painting and texturing services in-house. Secondary process treatments, including silkscreen and graphics application, enable us to provide realistic prototypes tailored to your exact requirements. The prototype will look, feel, and function as a final product. ARRK’s rigorous quality standards are upheld, and delivery schedules are maintained.
We have a wide range of additional finishing options we provide, depending on what is needed for the project:
- Spray Painting Texture / Gloss
- Logo and Graphics Application
- Electroforming Plate
- Gold Color
- Spin Line
- Sputtering
- Vacuum Metalize
BENEFITS OF URETHANE CASTING WITH ARRK
VERSATILITY
SPEED TO MARKET
QUALITY
LOW VOLUME SOLUTION
ARRK can produce lenses, keypads, and housings; or double-shot castings with an ABS-like substrate and rubber overmold around it. We can cast in color, texture and inserts can be molded inside as well.
Cast urethane parts provide a perfect way to work through iterations that best suit rapidly changing market demands in various industries including medical, consumer goods, automotive, and robotics.
ARRK’s urethane castings are well suited for design reviews and field testing. The hiqh quality parts we produce are great for customer reviews, market testing and investor presentations.
Advancements in ARRK’s urethane casting services allow us to bridge a gap in production. Our high quality urethane castings in production like materials can even be used in some industries for very low volume production.
VERSATILITY
ARRK can produce lenses, keypads, and housings; or double-shot castings with an ABS-like substrate and rubber overmold around it. We can cast in color, texture and inserts can be molded inside as well.
SPEED TO MARKET
Cast urethane parts provide a perfect way to work through iterations that best suit rapidly changing market demands in various industries including medical, consumer goods, automotive, and robotics.
QUALITY
ARRK’s urethane castings are well suited for design reviews and field testing. The hiqh quality parts we produce are great for customer reviews, market testing and investor presentations.
LOW VOLUME SOLUTION
Cured parts removed from thAdvancements in ARRK’s urethane casting services allow us to bridge a gap in production. Our high quality urethane castings in production like materials can even be used in some industries for very low volume production.e mold precisely and consistently duplicate the master model.
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One-Stop Solution
Concept Design
1st Step
Rough
Sketch
Define
Specs
Material
Selection
Prototyping
2nd Step
3rd Step
3D Design
Mock Up
4th Step
Prototype
Pre/ Mass Production
5th Step
DFM
Tooling
Production
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BLOGS & NEWS
WHAT IS THE HIGH-MIX LOW-VOLUME PRODUCTION METHOD USED FOR?
ARRK’s High-mix Low-volume Production approach is used to manufacture a small number of components with complex designs and specific quality requirements.
WHAT METHODS ARE MAINLY USED FOR SMALL-SCALE MANUFACTURING?
To achieve the best results and stay within budget, small-scale manufacturing is your best ally. Let’s make your ideas happen with our low-volume expertise.
WHY IS CNC MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY AN EXCELLENT OPTION?
CNC manufacturing technology is a quick and reliable method for controlling machine tools, ending up in excellent quality products for different industries.
3D PRINTING: HOW DOES DIRECT METAL LASER SINTERING WORK?
How does direct metal laser sintering work? As a 3D Printing process, metal laser sintering has become a great choice for Product Development solutions.
TESTIMONIALS
ARRK is my go to prototyping supplier when I want a high quality prototype delivered on time. I know I will get a prototype that has the look of a release ready product and I will get it on the promised delivery date. I frequently get compliments on ARRK built parts for their fit and finish. The conversation typically starts with “Is this a prototype or actual part?” The conversation ends with “ Where did you get that done?” In fact, the parts are of such high quality that I have to frequently remind people that they are prototypes so be careful with them!
EngineerMedical Device Manufacturing Company 
In the nearly 30 years of developing products there is only one company we go to now to “partner” with on our product development; ARRK Product Development Group. We know we can count on their quality, experience, ability, skill and turnaround time which is essential to our success. ARRK is more of a partner in this process than a company that just delivers parts. They advise and consult with us as we go along the development process. We can count on them to deliver what they promise without any excuses. ARRK plays an instrumental part in our success.
Sr. Engineering ManagerDesign and Engineering Company
ARRK consistently meets constrained schedules to deliver top quality models each time. Their customer service is second to none in the passion and commitment to ensure the customer’s requirements are met. Their overall level of excellence remains the reason that they are our primary source for rapid prototyping.
EngineerElectronics Company
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