A KSB employee inspecting a cast impeller

Quality management

In the production process, we tightly monitor every batch and subject it to the most stringent of tests to ensure the highest quality.

The most stringent of tests for the highest quality

In our foundries we continuously invest in quality-enhancing measures. We are passionate about optimising our production processes and quality management. Selecting and training our personnel is equally as important to us as this is the only way to deliver a high quality output also in the long term.

In the melting process we check every material thoroughly. No matter whether it is GG-25, austenitic, duplex or triplex steel – we monitor and optimise the chemical composition of every batch with computer assistance right from the melting process. We also offer certificates for every batch for mechanical tests such as the intergranular corrosion/Huey test and structural examination.

For quality assurance we use destructive as well as non-destructive tests. After the pouring process, we conduct the main analysis using material samples. The components are checked by non-destructive material tests: Dye penetrant, radiographic and ultrasonic testing ensure that the cast components are free from cracks and shrinkage cavities.

In addition, we use optical and other technical devices for 3D measurement. All tests are conducted directly at our Pegnitz site with our own equipment.

Any more questions? We are here for you.

Our experienced specialists will be pleased to assist you with any questions you may have. They can also provide you with tailored quotes. Contact us directly to benefit from our many years of experience and our commitment to quality.

  • Head of Foundry: Michael Förster
  • Head of Production Engineering/Sales: Christopher Schraml
  • Sales: Marco Brendel
  • Sales: Charly Grube

Other services at a glance

KSB employee during the tapping process in the Pegnitz foundry

Foundries overview

Have your cast components made in KSB quality. As an external customer, choose to have your castings made in our foundries.

A KSB employee observing a prototype being produced in a 3D printer

Foundry consultancy

When drafting your components, benefit from our engineering designers’ know-how and the opportunities our materials laboratory offers.

A KSB employee cleaning a prototype made by 3D sand printing

Patternmaking

We create your patterns to conventional specifications or via 3D CAD data records. Existing prototypes can also be modified or reproduced.

Glancing into a workshop of the Pegnitz foundry

Moulding shop

The sand moulding process is used in our moulding shop to produce prototypes and individual components as well as small and medium batches in an efficient and cost-effective way.

KSB employees filling a melting pot in the Pegnitz foundry

Melting unit

Our expertise and state-of-the art furnaces stand for a melting process of the highest production quality and reliability.

Unfinished cast components in KSB’s foundry in Pegnitz

Post-treatment

In the fettling shop we remove all sand residues from the unfinished cast components and smoothen the surfaces. Annealing enhances the material properties.