Sand Casting Australia | Non-Ferrous Foundry

Sand Casting

Sand casting is one of the most versatile metal forming processes – capable of producing components from a few kilograms up to 14.3 tonnes, across an enormous range of alloys and geometries. At VEEM, the entire process is managed under one roof: pattern making, moulding, pouring, testing and machining. With Australia’s largest non-ferrous foundry and over 55 years of casting experience, we deliver sand castings to marine, defence, aerospace, mining and industrial clients worldwide.

Over 250 ferrous and non-ferrous alloys, developed and tested to meet diverse industrial needs
Equipped with 12 furnaces and a maximum capacity of 14.3 tonnes for large-scale alloy production
Starting with raw metals, we alloy and process materials in-house to meet exact specifications and eliminate imperfections

Capability at a glance

Maximum casting weight	Up to 14.3 tonnes
Moulding methods	Traditional pattern, patternless CNC, 3D-printed patterns
Alloy range	250+ ferrous and non-ferrous alloys, including custom blends
Certifications	NATA-accredited testing, ABS, DNV, RINA, Lloyd’s Register
Applications	Marine, defence, aerospace, mining, industrial, artwork
Facility	Australia’s largest non-ferrous foundry, Canning Vale WA

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Traditional Pattern Making & Sand Casting

We design and build patterns in-house, giving us full control over quality and lead times. Traditional pattern-based sand casting suits repeat production runs and components with proven geometry. Our patterns are manufactured to exact specifications and retained for future use, making repeat orders fast and cost-effective.

Patternless Moulding

For complex geometries, design iterations, or one-off components, patternless moulding eliminates the need for a physical pattern entirely. This reduces lead times significantly and removes the constraints of traditional pattern tooling for true custom design.

3D-Printed Patterns & Tooling

VEEM uses in-house 3D printing to produce highly detailed pattern tooling for complex or intricate castings. This combines the speed and flexibility of digital design with the surface finish and dimensional accuracy of traditional casting – as demonstrated in projects like the Anzac Memorial Bell, which used a combination of traditional and 3D-printed moulding.

Alloys for Sand Casting

Sand casting works across VEEM’s full alloy range — the choice of alloy is driven by the application’s requirements for strength, corrosion resistance, wear resistance or weight. Common alloy groups used in our sand casting work include:

Copper alloys — bronzes, gunmetals, manganese bronze, nickel aluminium bronze (NiBral). The material behind every VEEM marine propeller.
Nickel alloys — for high-temperature and chemically aggressive environments
Aluminium alloys — lightweight structural and marine components
Stainless steels — corrosion-resistant industrial and marine applications
Cobalt alloys — high-wear, high-temperature performance
Custom and special alloys — developed in-house by our metallurgists to your specification

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Applications

Marine Propellers & Propulsion Components

Sand casting is the process behind every VEEM marine propeller — from superyacht screws to commercial vessel propulsion. Our in-house foundry produces propellers and shaft components in nickel aluminium bronze and other high-performance copper alloys to the tightest dimensional tolerances.

Defence

VEEM has supplied precision castings to defence programs including the Collins Class Submarines, ANZAC Frigates and Littoral Combat Ships. Our foundry holds ABS, DNV, RINA and Lloyd’s Register approvals, meeting the rigorous quality standards required for defence and naval applications.

Aerospace Components

Where weight, strength and reliability are non-negotiable, VEEM’s sand casting capability delivers components that meet exacting aerospace specifications. Our NATA-accredited testing and in-house metallurgical expertise ensure every casting performs under the most demanding conditions.

Pump Casings, Valve Bodies & Impellers

Industrial fluid handling components require precise internal geometry and excellent corrosion resistance — both well suited to sand casting in stainless steel, bronze or nickel alloys. VEEM produces pump casings, impellers and valve bodies for mining, oil and gas, and water treatment applications across Australia and internationally.

Mining & Industrial Equipment

Heavy industrial and mining environments demand components that can withstand abrasion, impact and corrosive media. VEEM’s sand casting capability — backed by in-house alloy development — produces wear-resistant and structurally robust components for some of Australia’s most demanding mining and processing operations.

Artistic & Architectural Castings

VEEM has collaborated with artists and architects to produce some of Australia’s most iconic cast works, including the Wirin statue at Yagan Square, the Anzac Memorial Bell, and Antony Gormley’s Inside Australia installation at Lake Ballard. Our pattern making and sand casting expertise brings even the most intricate creative concepts to life in permanent metal form. Read More.