Company Overview

Welding

Over 100 Years of Casting Experience

Known as an innovator in the production of intricately shaped cast components, Waukesha Foundry has embraced changing technology throughout our 100-year history. We use technology in combination with our extensive metallurgical experience and material options to manufacture a full range of products, specifically tailored to meet our customers’ casting specifications and quality requirements. Our extensive manufacturing capabilities allow us to produce castings in over 200 different alloys, ranging from 1 to over 6,000 pounds.

We understand the importance of quality assurance. Our ISO 9001:2015 by TÜV Rheinland certification combined with our Build-to-Ship scheduling means our customers receive the highest quality components, from casting to finished parts – delivered on time.

Clients appreciate our comprehensive project support and global sourcing services along with our focus on quality, accuracy and repeatability.

Quality Certifications:

Compliant with:

  • RoHS
  • Conflict Mineral
  • REACH

1912
1912

Founded by C.C. Smith

1929
1929

Developed aluminum cookware business

1939
1939

Developed line of sanitary pumps

1946
1946

New foundry built in Watertown, WI

1957
1957

Signed license agreement for Shaw Process

1963
1963

New lab, office and pattern shop built in Waukesha, WI

1968
1968

WFI acquired by IC Industries

1974
1974

Investment foundry set up in Watertown, WI

1987
1987

Pump business sold to AMCA Intl.

1989
1989

WFI acquired by management
Investment foundry sold to WI Centrifugal

1995
1995

Developed patternless molding process

1999
1999

WFI acquired by FCF Partners

2001
2001

P&W Machine acquired by WFI

2007
2007

Developed P900 robotic molding process

2011
2011

In-Place Cope Molding patented

2014
2014

WFI acquired by United Stars

2018
2018

Vacuum Furnace Installed

2021
2021

Machine Shop Relocated to Foundry

2024
2024

New Specialty Sand System

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Customer satisfaction is important to us. We work closely with our customers to engineer the right process for their application. To find out what Waukesha Foundry can do for you, contact us today.