OEM Lost Wax Steel Casting Manufacturer & Factory

Elevating B2B Supply Chains with High-Precision Investment Casting, Multi-Axis CNC Post-Machining, and Stringent SA8000/ISO 9001:2015 Structural Compliance.

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Premium custom-engineered metallic components utilizing lost wax casting, hot forging, and advanced stamping technologies.

ESTABLISHED 1996

Ningbo Jiangbei XinYe Metal Works Co., Ltd.

Ningbo Jiangbei XinYe Metal Works Co., Ltd. was established in 1996 as a family-owned metal workshop. Today, it has grown into a highly sophisticated, owner-managed SME corporation specializing in lost wax investment casting, high-precision CNC machining, hot aluminum alloy forging, and technical surface finishes.

Based in the strategically accessible Ningbo Jiangbei Industrial Zone, our facility is within a 3-hour commute from Shanghai Pudong International Airport via China's high-speed rail network. Our total layout spans 16,000 square meters of high-density production space with 11,000 square meters of specialized building infrastructure. Powered by 130 technical professionals—80 highly trained production technicians and 50 experts across product engineering, metallurgy, quality assurance, and international program management—we ensure your components strictly meet international requirements.

XinYe Metal Works Factory Hall

1996

Founded Year

16,000㎡

Production Footprint

130

Technical Staff

20+

Engineering Patents

Global Lost Wax Steel Casting Market Analysis

A comprehensive whitepaper overview on technical shifts, material compliance, and macro-trends shaping global supply chains.

The Evolution of High-Precision Investment Casting

Lost wax casting (investment casting) represents one of the oldest metallurgy techniques, yet modern aerospace, automotive, and petro-chemical applications have transformed it into a core high-tech system. Today, procurement departments require more than raw castings; they demand Near-Net-Shape (NNS) components requiring zero or minimal post-machining. This saves raw materials, minimizes tooling wear, and cuts execution timelines.

Global buyers are shifting production workloads to integrated manufacturing complexes that combine casting, heat treatment, multi-axis CNC machining, and electro-chemical surface finishing under a single management system. By keeping casting and CNC machining in a single facility like XinYe, material traceability is guaranteed, and structural interface challenges are avoided.

Material Specifications & Chemical Precision

Critical applications in toxic gas detection, high-pressure hydraulics, and food processing require exact chemical formulations. Tiny variations in Chromium, Nickel, or Molybdenum can cause component failure in aggressive environments.

Standard Grade Equivalent (UNS) Core Application Key Chemical Property Focus
316L / CF3M S31603 Marine, Food Processing, Gas Sensors Ultra-low carbon to prevent sensitization during casting/welding.
304 / CF8 S30400 Industrial Valve Components, Cookware Excellent balance of strength and rust protection.
42CrMo G41400 Heavy Duty Shafts, Gears, Wood Chippers High tensile strength and toughness after quenching/tempering.
A356 A13560 Automotive Engine, E-Bike Bracket Components Low density, high thermal conductivity, high castability.

Advanced Manufacturing Capabilities & Hardware

Discover our high-tech equipment base from Japan, engineered to process demanding dimensional tolerances.

Lost Wax Investment Casting

Specialized wax injection, slurry coating, and precise dewaxing control for stainless steel and alloy castings, achieving near-perfect dimensional finishes before machining.

Multi-Axis CNC Machining

Featuring precision CNC turning and milling centers with 4-axis control imported from Japan to guarantee tight tolerances down to 0.001mm.

Aluminum Forging & Pressing

Friction press machines with capacity from 300 to 1,000 tons alongside column hydraulic systems (100 to 630 tons) for high-density structural forgings.

Deep Stamping & Drawing

Punching press systems ranging from 5 to 250 tons, capable of drawing thin-walled structural shells in steel, alloy, copper, and specialized plastics.

Electro-Polish & Anodizing

In-house surface treatment lines providing acid passivation, electro-polishing for medical/food parts, and robust type II/III anodizing for harsh environments.

Full Supply Chain Solutions

From initial design simulation to sample production, testing, machining, and final logistics assembly, we offer single-source engineering support.

CNC Machining Workspace Precise Casting Pattern Setup Metal Pouring Process Stamping Operations
Finished Forging Samples Industrial Assembly Area Custom Tooling Development Engineering Flow Chart

Watch Us In Action

A closer look at our casting, forging, and automation setups in Ningbo.

XinYe Corporate Tour & Manufacturing Process

Tipas Machine h65TMY Operations

Strict Quality Control & Inspection Laboratory

Quality is our lifeblood. We maintain trace files and inspect physical and chemical properties from raw material to finished product.

GNR Spectrum Analyzer

GNR Spectrum Analyzer

Analyzes chemical elements in alloy and stainless melts, ensuring material compositions match target ASTM/DIN standards before pouring.

CMM Inspection Machine

CMM Inspection Machine

Three-dimensional coordinate mapping system checking dimensions against CAD models to a resolution of 0.001mm.

Video Measuring System

Video Measuring System

Optoelectronic edge-detection system for inspecting thin-walled stampings, holes, and thread structures.

Video Measuring System 2

Video Optical Micrometer

High-resolution camera tracking for precise inspection of geometries and micro-milled profiles.

Rough Meter

Roughness Tester

Ensures electro-polished and machined surfaces meet exact Ra ratings for food safety and aerospace drag specs.

Spring Tension/Compression Testing Machine

Tension & Compression Tester

Validates mechanical strength, yield stress parameters, and structural integrity of castings and forged parts.

Quality Audits Raw Material Warehouse

Compliant Metrology & Management Certification

To align with high-end industrial buyers, Ningbo XinYe runs a strict quality management system certified under ISO 9001-2015. In addition, our commitment to corporate social responsibility and human rights is validated through our audited SA8000 compliance.

From raw ingot screening down to non-destructive testing (NDT), magnetic particle audits, and dimensional trace forms, our QA process prevents defects from leaving our plant. In order to continually upgrade our capabilities, we invest 10% of annual revenue in laboratory metrology tools and continuous technician training.

ISO 9001 Certificate SA8000 Certificate

Our Engineering & Production Process

A transparent look at how we take customized drawings through design validation to serial production.

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Specifications & Quotation

Customers submit CAD files (IGS, STEP, DWG) defining alloy grades, mechanical tolerances, and surface specs. Our engineering team reviews the geometry and responds with a detailed quotation, including tooling and processing costs.

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Tooling and Sample Production

Tooling Design & Sample Casts

We build injection tooling for wax patterns, set up gating runs, and pour initial metal samples. Inspection files, material chemistry certificates, and key dimensional reports are sent to the client.

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Feedback Loop

Client Validation & Tuning

Clients test samples in realistic operational settings (corrosion, tensile, fitment tests). If adjustments are needed, our design team edits the tooling paths until the prototype is approved.

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Bulk production

Serial Production & QA

Once approved, we transition to bulk casting and multi-axis machining. Quality gates at wax assembly, molten metal analysis, and CNC machining monitor tolerances to keep dimensions consistent.

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After Sales Support

Assembly & Global Logistics

Parts are assembled in our dedicated assembly workshop, packed in export-safe crates, and shipped with compliance papers. We offer a 1-year manufacturing defect warranty from the delivery date.

Assembly Shop Floor
Dimensional Drawing Workflow Validation Flow Sheet Production Planning Matrix

Case Studies & Application Markets

How our precision components perform across global aerospace, automotive, marine, and safety sectors.

Industrial Casting Component
Industrial Safety & Fluid Control

Fire & Gas Sensor Enclosures

High-precision stainless steel castings for toxic/explosive gas sensors and hydrant pit box enclosure kits used in mining and petrochemical zones.

Material: 316L Stainless Steel, CF3M

Automotive Parts Casting
Automotive & E-Mobility

Transmission Levers & Hub Connectors

High-strength, lightweight aluminum hot forged brackets and levers for automotive transmissions and e-bike frames demanding tight weight-to-strength ratios.

Material: Aluminum Alloy 6082-T6, A356

Aerospace Turbine Bracket
Aerospace & Defense

Turbine Inlets & Transmission Brackets

Safety-critical structural hinge brackets and fuel hydrant parts subjected to high pressures, dynamic stress loads, and low temperatures.

Material: 17-4 PH Stainless Steel, AISI 4140

Wood Chipper Assembly
Heavy Machinery & Forestry

Wood Chipper Cutter Disc & Feed Roller

Wear-resistant shafts and cutter discs developed to withstand high impact, shear stresses, and severe abrasion during high-speed wood processing.

Material: Q345B, 42CrMo, NM400 for shafts

Corporate Culture & Core Values

Reliable Partnerships

Trust: To always put customer needs first and strive to exceed your technical and timeline expectations.
Responsibility: Developing complete technical answers and production routes based on your application needs.
Professionalism: Constantly upgrading our methods, machinery, and quality management.

Team meeting Factory training Inspection work
XinYe Staff Group Photo

Technology Roadmap & Future Outlook

How Ningbo XinYe is driving efficiency, sustainability, and technological upgrades.

AI Solidification Simulation

Using thermodynamic casting simulation software to model melt flow, heat exchange, and solidification. This allows us to optimize runner and riser placements before cut-testing, reducing shrinkage cavities and material waste.

Toolless 3D Wax Patterning

For rapid prototyping and low-volume pilot production runs, we are integrating 3D sand-mold and wax-pattern printing. This cuts tooling development times from weeks to days, allowing for fast design iterations.

Green Foundry Operations

We are investing in clean electric induction furnaces, automated dust hoods, and water recycling systems. By optimizing our energy usage, we help global clients meet their ESG carbon-reduction goals.

Clean Foundry Area Production Monitoring Finished Forging Line

Frequently Asked Questions

Detailed B2B answers regarding pricing, lead times, QA documentation, and technical support.

What are your pricing guidelines and options?
Our pricing depends on raw material indices (LME), casting volume, geometric complexity, heat treatments, and post-machining specifications. Tooling costs are invoiced separately as a one-time fee. Once tooling is approved, we provide fixed unit pricing for the agreed purchase window. Contact us with your step files for an updated quote.
Do you have a minimum order quantity (MOQ)?
Yes, we require ongoing minimum order quantities for international shipments to optimize kiln charges and machine setups. Our standard MOQ is typically 100 to 500 units per run, depending on the weight and dimensions of the component. We can accommodate smaller pre-production evaluation quantities during the sample development phase.
What material certification and quality documentation do you provide?
We provide full material traceability reports with each delivery, including EN 10204 Type 3.1 chemical and physical test certificates, spectroscopic heat analysis, CMM dimensional reports, and certificate of conformance (CoC). Non-destructive testing reports (NDT, dye penetrant, X-ray) can be provided upon request.
What is the average lead time for tooling and mass production?
Tooling development and initial sample casting takes approximately 7 to 15 days, depending on geometry. Mass production runs are completed within 20 to 30 days after receiving sample approval and the deposit. We also offer 24/7 rush scheduling within 30 days to accommodate urgent production requirements.
What kinds of payment methods do you accept?
Our standard payment terms are a 30% deposit in advance via wire transfer (T/T), with the remaining 70% balance paid against the copy of the Bill of Lading (B/L). For initial tooling development, 100% of the tooling fee is required upfront. We also accept Western Union and PayPal for sample fees.
What is your product warranty policy?
We warranty all materials and workmanship for one year starting from the delivery date. In the event of material defects or deviations from approved blueprints, we will replace or rework the components at our expense. Our goal is to address and resolve any issues to our customers' satisfaction.
How do you guarantee safe delivery of products internationally?
We use heavy-duty export packaging designed for sea and air freight. Individual components are wrapped in rust-preventative VCI film and placed in custom compartments to prevent collision damage. The outer crates are standard fumigated wooden crates secured with high-tensile bands.
How are international shipping fees calculated?
Shipping fees depend on weight, volume, destination, and the chosen shipping method (FCL, LCL, Air Freight, or Express). For large shipments, seafreight from Ningbo Port offers the most cost-effective option. We work on FOB, CIF, or DDP terms depending on your requirements.

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