Metal alloys are a fundamental component of modern society and are used in a wide range of applications, from construction to manufacturing. However, not all metal alloys are created equal, and understanding the chemistry behind casting is crucial for creating high-quality and durable products. One of the key factors that affects the quality of a...Continue Reading

Northern Iron & Machine was originally established as the Walter A. Wood Harvester Company in 1892, later known as International Harvester. Northern Iron & Machine was founded by local businesspeople in 1906 and later relocated to its current site. The foundry produced malleable iron for the automotive, agricultural, and trucking industries. The company began producing...Continue Reading

Cores define the internal space inside iron castings while the mold defines the outside shape of the casting. Cores are used to shape the inside of castings as well as any parts that can’t be shaped by the pattern. Cores allow more intricate and detailed designs for castings. The cores we produce 2 Redford HS 16 Shell1...Continue Reading

Hello and welcome to northernim.com. We thought we’d start off our blog by addressing some common foundry terms. See something we should add to our list? Be sure to contact us with your ideas for our blog. Alloy A metal made by combining two or more metallic elements. The addition of certain chemical elements impart...Continue Reading