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(ABM) ALAN BECKWITH MACBRO
Our history in the foundry industry dates back to 1930 when Alan Beckwith became a moulder. In 1960, he formed his own business to supply cores and moulds to the foundry industry. From small beginnings, the company has now grown into a large, diverse company supplying and manufacturing foundry products.
In 1992, Alan Beckwith and Co purchased A & D McMillan, designers and manufacturers of the range of MACBRO sand mills, shell moulding machines and shell core equipment.
In 1995, the business further expanded by acquiring a modern foundry and pattern shop. The pattern shop was equipped to produce patterns, core boxes and other tools to meet not only the foundry requirements but also to take on other outside work in the foundry, tool-making and vacuum-forming industries.
The foundry is fully equipped with a modern moulding plant electric melting and processing equipment, capable of producing castings from a few grams to 1200kg.
In 1996, further expansion occurred with the acquisition of a resin-coated sands facility, selling to foundries throughout Australia and for export into Asia and New Zealand, and again in 1998 with the installation of a Thermal Reclamation Plant to service both in-house requirements and the foundry industry.
As a result, Alan Beckwith Macbro prides itself on the diverse range of products and services it has to offer.
- Castings – Grey and Ductile Iron
- Castings – Non-Ferrous
- Cores – Shell and chemical Sand
- Patterns – Wood, aluminium and plastic
- Hot-coated resin sands
- Moulds – Green sand, shell and chemical moulds
- Macbro shell core and shell moulding equipment
- Laboratory testing – Metal and resin sand
- Thermal Sand Reclamation Plant
The company is accredited to AS/NZS ISO 9002:1994. License No 8377. We are also online with EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) through Telstra Tradelink.
We have our own materials testing laboratory on-site with facilities to do microscopic examinations, hardness testing and spectrometer chemical analysis. We are able to have tensile testing done if required.
(BMS) BECKWITH MACBRO SANDS
(BMS) Beckwith Macbro Sands
Beckwith Macbro Sands produces all grades of resin-coated sands for shell core, shell moulding and proppant/frac sands for the oil industry. We manufacture using solid resin and hot coating technology, which results in a product that is of high quality, consistent and cost-effective.
Applications
- Beckwith Macbro Sands can be used for all types of core and shell moulds.
- Applications include iron and aluminium for automotive companies, including Ford, Proton and GM in Southeast Asia, Australia and other countries.
- Other applications include:
- Disc Brakes
- General engineering cores
- High-precision components and moulds
- General core and moulds
- Proppant/Frac sand for the oil industry
Grades
- A range of resin strengths can be manufactured, from less than 1.0% to 5.0%
- Silica, zircon, and chromite sands can all be coated, or blends of the different sands can be produced, such as 50% zircon and 50% silica.
- Sands of different AFS can be coated; typically, 50 to 90 AFS are used.
- Speciality blends using thermally reclaimed sand can also be manufactured for specific applications.
- Other additives can be added to improve operator comfort.
- For the oil industry, a wide range of proppant/frac sand grades can be manufactured to meet specific requirements for sizing, strength and use.
Benefits
Strict quality control, superior quality raw ingredients and process controls in the manufacture of the resin sand results in a sand that has:
- Improved build-up, faster curing times, quicker cycle times and improvements in productivity.
- Less resin is required to attain the same strengths, which results in less fuming and emissions during manufacturing and casting.
- Improved knockout characteristics.
- Lower overall cost.
Health, Safety & the Environment
Lower resin additions result in lower fume emissions, both at the manufacturing and casting states. This results in a cleaner working environment for your employees.
Other Services
- Full technical and troubleshooting service.
- On-site shell core and shell moulding facility so that the product can be continually tested, trialled and improved.
- A laboratory facility that continually tests to ensure that the sand produced meets the highest quality specifications.
- Accredited to AS/NZS ISO 9002. Licence No. 8377
(BIS) Beckwith Iron and Steel
Placed in the heart of Coburg, Victoria, just mins from Melbourne's central CBD, Airport and transport hubs in a premium industrial zone set on 12.5 acres resides Beckwith Group Headquarters.
Formally known by many in heavy manufacturing over the years as the site for Borg Warner, Davis Baird, Flowserve, and Casting Victoria.
184-204 Newlands Rd was built for purpose as a heavy industrial specialised foundry in 1968 and still stands well placed for decades to come.
(DHA) Designed Housings Aus
(BNF) Beckwith Non-ferrous
Beckwith Non-ferrous provides a niche market of the highest quality aluminium castings, primarily for the automotive industry using aerospace methods and technologies.
Highly accurate sand moulds and cores are made with the latest phenolic and polyurethane resin systems in combination with locally sourced high-grade fine silica sand, producing the external and internal shape of the casting required.
3D Printing Sand – The patternless process.
(BVI) Impregnation
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(DPA) DYNAREF PRODUCTS AUS
Dynaref Products Australia supplies premium quality products to Australian Industries.
Established in 1988, we have developed relationships with many of Australia’s major Foundries, supplying them with premium products via our relationships with major International supply companies. We continue to develop our product portfolio for the Foundry Industry through the identification of new suppliers and products that complement our current activities under the Beckwith Group of Companies.
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In addition, we have recently expanded our product range to supply other areas, including both the ceramic and water treatment industries. This is a result of our company developing an International contact base. Along with our current Foundry products, we have been successful in targeting high-quality, high-service supply companies in these fields.
As a result of our growing base of International contacts, Dynaref Products is well-placed to identify quality sources for a vast array of products and materials. A directory of the current key products and companies we represent is featured on our product pages. However, we are happy to work with both our existing and prospective clients to identify sources that meet their specific requirements.
Feel free to contact:
SUPPLIERS OF
Dörentrup Feuerfestprodukte
Dorentrup has been producing and supplying refractories for over 100 years. High-quality, cost-competitive linings are available for all furnace types for iron, steel, and non-ferrous applications. Also available are a selection of Mica-sheets, patch and coil grout materials and ramming and vibrating tools.
AUG. Gundlach KG
MARS crucibles are the result of superior raw materials, innovative technology and more than 100 years of experience in crucible manufacturing. The crucibles are manufactured by the isostatic pressing system MARS ISOPRESS, the most modern forming and manufacturing system known in the refractory industry. AUG.Gundlach KG was the first to successfully apply isostatic pressing for the manufacture of crucibles and is leading in this field.
Rex Materials Group
Rex Materials Group engineer and manufacture high-temperature material systems for aluminium and other non-ferrous industries. The product range includes FUSIO2N™ brand fused silica shapes such as pour basins, riser tubes, and ladles with many benefits, including excellent thermal shock resistance, reduced metal build-up and long life. A key benefit is a reduction in the chilling of the metal due to the excellent thermal properties of FUSIO2N.
Other products include:
PYROFORM HP™ – Pre-cast shapes that offer high thermal shock resistance and non-wetting properties. Applications include launders, ladles, and crucible linings.
PYROFORM E-Z FILL™ is an all-purpose refractory joint and patch compound that is very user-friendly. It offers the lowest shrinkage of any comparable product and excellent thermal shock resistance.
PYROFORM SEALER™ is a surface preparation agent for use with Pyroform Refractory products. The sealer is specifically formulated to resist molten aluminium attack. A high-temperature product is also available.
PYROLITE E-Z FILL™ is a high-temperature joint and repair product for use where direct molten metal contact is not required.
SRIC refractories
One of the world’s largest refractory manufacturers. Product Lines include Bricks (fireclay, high alumina, basic, and Magnesia-Spinel) and a range of Castables.
Intensive research and Development are maintained to ensure that a comprehensive range of quality refractories is available to the industry.
SRIC refractories of your choice.
Jinan Shengquan Hepworth Chemical Co. Ltd
High-quality phenolic resins for the shell process. A full range of resins offering specific properties is available to suit most core and mould applications. Resins can also be formulated to meet individual requirements.
Morland Metallurgical
A range of fluxes is suitable for aluminium and copper alloys. Exothermic Toppings are also available for iron and steel applications.
SEEIF
A Comprehensive range of ceramic hollow-ware (gating systems) from Europe’s leading manufacturer. Established in 1831, SEEIF is certified to ISO9001:2000 standard for the manufacture and design of refractory and thermal insulating products.
SEEIF Ceramic, a.s. is a producer and supplier of traditional refractories and a wide range of refractory ceramic materials, including services and consultancy related to their use by the customer. The company develop, manufactures and sale traditional refractory products used mainly in:
– foundries and ironworks
– blast furnaces
– cement works and limekilns
– chemical and coking industry
– power industry
– building industry
– ceramic and glass industry
– stove-building
Perimeter
Perimeter has been in business for more than 20 years, providing its customers with a variety of products. Precimeter produces high-quality, non-contact sensors for molten metal level control. Together with the Precimeter line of actuators and control cabinets, the company can provide entire systems for casting.
Many major Aluminum processing plants around the world use Precimeter equipment to monitor and/or control the flow of molten metals. The companies that implement Precimeter technology are given a solid step forward towards efficient and high-quality production.
LKAB Materials
Minelco changed its name to LKAB Minerals.
Specialist minerals for foundry core and mould-making applications. A wide range of available minerals, including:
Minelco Iron Oxide –
Iron Oxide additive for the control of expansion-related defects such as finning, veining and scabbing. Various sizes are available.
JB iron oxide is also used to control lustrous carbon defects in resin-coated shell moulding sands.
Minelco SeqiOlivine –
suitable for a wide range of applications, including slag conditioning, EBT tap hole filler, mould and core sand, and sandblasting.
IMERYS
IMERYS Kiln Furniture is the leading global supplier of ceramic kiln furniture with an extensive range of high-quality refractory products. Using high-quality raw materials in combination with modern production technology and a commitment to the highest quality standards, Imerys provides the complete solution for refractory and ceramic concepts.
To speak with one of our experts at Beckwith Group, contact us on (03) 9354 3833.