Capricorn Fonderia specializes in the supply of aluminium casting prototypes in Modena and in the province. Since 2009 the company has become part of the Capricorn Automotive group, including several internationally renowned brands among its customers. We employ a highly qualified and professional staff specialized in small-medium series aluminum castings and unique pieces. We work mainly for the Italian and foreign automotive sector, but our great versatility has allowed us to make components for any production, prototype or industrial application. We are in fact present in many other sectors such as hoist lifting systems, agricultural industry, military industry, explosion-proof equipment, transmissions and motors for aeronautical applications, food industry, earthmoving industry, medical and pharmaceutical industry etc.
Aluminium casting prototypes
One of the most widely used processes of aluminium casting prototypes worked in the Modena area is sand casting, highly automated and capable of obtaining pieces of excellent finish and quality. This process represents today’s evolution of the ancient lost wax process. We use disposable models in compacted sand, which are subsequently immersed in special tanks containing thermosetting resins. The two materials together create a resistant external coating by polymerization. When the aluminum casting is poured into the form, the resin evaporates and leaves only the piece to harden. When the piece has cooled, just clean it of the residues of the casting to be able to use it.
For the aluminum castings of prototypes in the Modena area we rely on tested and highly technological processes, thanks to which we can quickly satisfy every customer request and requirement. For the automotive sector we make different types of parts such as engine blocks, chassis and suspension parts, bases and cylinder heads, gearboxes and other components for the interior of the vehicle interior. We are constantly at the side of our customers in choosing the most suitable processing, guaranteeing high performance and durability over time to the final piece.
