Description

Aurora Metals Division, LLC is a distinguished leader in the precision casting industry with a rich heritage dating back to 1899. Founded by Russel H Colby and Dr. Gustave Thurnauer as the Aurora Metals Company, it has grown from a modest foundry into a cutting-edge facility recognized for high-tech casting of precision alloys, including non-leaded non-ferrous and stainless steel grade alloys. Located in Montgomery, Illinois, the company operates a state-of-the-art 100,000 square-foot facility at 1995 Greenfield Rd, equipped with advanced all-electric melting foundries, vacuum permanent and semi-permanent mold casting, permanent mold, no-bake sand molding, and innovative 3D sand printing technology for molds and cores. This investment in technology enables Aurora Metals to produce high-density, porosity-free castings, including vacuum die cast brass and bronze alloys, vacuum cast impellers for centrifugal pumps, permanent mold castings, and sand foundry castings for a variety of alloys such as stainless steel and duplex stainless steel. Aurora Metals serves a diverse range of industries with a particular expertise in the centrifugal pump market, supplying critical components to fire pump and fire truck manufacturers, wastewater treatment facilities, cryogenic pump producers, and agricultural pump manufacturers. The company's comprehensive machine shop capabilities include multiple gantry-assisted lathes, CNC machining centers with 3- and 5-axis mills, and a dedicated tool and die department for in-house tooling and fixture production. Quality control is paramount, supported by advanced equipment such as a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) and spectrometers to ensure precise alloy chemistries and dimensional accuracy. The company prides itself on its skilled workforce of over 100 employees, including metallurgists, technicians, and quality specialists, who uphold a quality policy focused on timely delivery and continuous process improvement. Aurora Metals holds ISO 9001:2015 certification, underscoring its commitment to maintaining rigorous quality management standards. Additionally, the company emphasizes environmental responsibility through resource efficiency, recycling programs, and energy-efficient operations. Combining over a century of expertise with innovative technologies like 3D sand printing, Aurora Metals Division, LLC remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of precision casting, delivering exceptional products and services tailored to meet the evolving needs of its customers worldwide.