Over 50 Years of Excellence in Aluminum Casting Solutions

We Use Advanced Techniques to Craft Durable,
High-Precision Components

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Uncompromising Quality, Precision, and Expertise

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Decades of Experience

Over 50 years of expertise in aluminum casting.

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Advanced Casting Techniques

Chemically bonded sand molding ensures precision.

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Comprehensive In-House Services

From casting to finishing, all under one roof.

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Precision Craftsmanship for Superior Castings

For over 50 years, we have delivered high-quality solutions as a trusted aluminum casting foundry in Chicago. Our expertise spans industries such as agriculture, automotive, marine, and industrial machinery. Using a chemically bonded sand molding process, we provide precision and durability for prototype and low-volume production needs.

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Reliable Castings, Tailored to Your Needs

Silver Dollar Castings has been manufacturing quality aluminum castings for industries ranging from agriculture, automotive, sports vehicles, marine, cooling systems, electrical, prototype, to industrial machine parts. We utilize a chemically bonded sand molding process (no bake) and offer a variety of  secondary operations as well to suit your individual needs. Volumes ranging from prototype to low lot production, we work to meet your individual needs as they change.

Cast Aluminum Alloys including- 356, 355, 319, 535, 206

Weight capabilities from less than 1 lbs - 200 lbs. each casting

Secondary Operations

  • Certified Heat Treatment (In House)
  • Certified Age Treatment (In House)
  • Sand Blasting
  • Grinding
  • Vibratory Deburring (2'x2'x3')
  • Mechanical and Chemical Testing (Upon Request)
  • X-ray (Upon Request)

With Our Prototypes, You Can...

  • Check the design integrity and eliminate potential errors
  • Reduce problems or delays in the development of permanent tooling
  • Save valuable time with prototype / interim casting production while production tooling is being built
  • Use the prototypes to run engineering tests
  • Gain time to finalize the design accurately
  • Get your product to market faster

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