What to Check Before Placing a Casting Order

First confirm the material grade and whether the part needs steel or aluminium. Then check the tolerance zones, machining requirements, and any special testing that must be done before dispatch. These details affect both the process and the final quote.

Next, align on batch size and delivery timing. A supplier should know whether the order is for a prototype run, a pilot batch, or ongoing production. That helps set the right tooling and inspection approach from the start.

Finally, ask how the foundry manages quality checks and communication during the order. Clear updates on drawing review, sample approval, and dispatch make the supply chain easier to manage.