Description

West Philadelphia Bronze Corporation (WPB) is a premier American manufacturer specializing in large non-ferrous and aluminum castings, with capabilities of pouring up to 15,000 pounds. Established in 1947 by brothers Ralph and Charles Cacciutti, the company has grown from a small West Philadelphia facility to a state-of-the-art 100,000 square foot foundry located in Chester, Pennsylvania. WPB is renowned for its expertise in producing high-quality copper nickel (70/30 and 90/10) fittings and flanges primarily for the shipbuilding industry, as well as sand cast impellers that can be rough or finish machined. All castings produced meet or exceed rigorous industry standards, including chemical and physical properties and weldability testing. With over six decades of experience, WPB emphasizes quality and customer service, supporting both domestic and international clients. The company boasts a knowledgeable workforce, advanced foundry and machining equipment, and a modern metallurgical laboratory to ensure superior product quality. WPB is certified to current technical publications for welding copper nickel alloys for major clients such as Newport News Shipbuilding, Electric Boat, and the United States Navy, and is also approved to weld aluminum bronze for Bath Iron Works. WPB operates with a strong mission to create partnerships with customers by delivering engineered alloy castings and machined parts while fostering a safe work environment and contributing to community development through ongoing training programs in the foundry and machining sectors. The company has continuously evolved, incorporating fully electric melting since 1977, acquiring historic foundries, investing in CNC machining facilities, and implementing automated sand systems and advanced quality systems. These efforts underscore WPB's commitment to innovation, excellence, and maintaining a world-class status in the non-ferrous foundry industry.