Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Sand Casting Foundry | Casting Manufacturer Milwaukee Wisconsin | Badger Alloys ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://badgeralloys.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [News](https://badgeralloys.com/news/) - [Sand Casting Process](https://badgeralloys.com/news/sand-casting-process/) - A complete guide to the sand casting process, covering molding steps, design considerations, pattern-making, and sand selection. - [Top 3 Sand Casting Design Considerations](https://badgeralloys.com/news/sand-casting-design-guide-considerations/) - Improve casting outcomes with proven design principles, pattern design tips, and inspection requirements for complex castings. - [Sand Casting Machining: What Kind of Parts are Good Candidates](https://badgeralloys.com/news/sand-casting-machining-candidates/) - Learn how to identify suitable castings for machining and improve cost efficiency and quality through better design planning. - [Rapid Response Technologies: What process is best for your casting needs?](https://badgeralloys.com/news/rapid-response-technologies-what-process-is-best-for-your-casting-needs/) - Tooling methods continue to evolve and provide flexibility for getting the best casting within your desired timeframe. Requirements like size, volume, complexity, budget, and turn-around time all play a role in finding the best techniques for each specific casting project. Any given method might be perfect for one situation but less than ideal for another. - [Emergency Breakdowns – How Badger Alloys can get you back to business quickly](https://badgeralloys.com/news/emergency-breakdowns-how-badger-alloys-can-get-you-back-business-quickly/) - Whether caused by flooding, power outages, fires or a pandemic, emergency breakdowns can be devastating to your business. This past year has shown us the depth of extreme situations that can shut down manufacturing. At Badger Alloys, we are uniquely positioned to prioritize our customers in emergency breakdown situations. As a full-service castings manufacturer with on-site - [Your Emergency Castings Supplier](https://badgeralloys.com/news/your-emergency-castings-supplier/) - As supply chain issues continue to challenge our economy, OEMs and other manufacturers are finding themselves struggling to get the parts they need. Badger Alloys currently has capacity to serve as your emergency supplier. We are here to help you during this difficult time and are prepared to make any transition – whether temporary or - [Your Emergency Casting Supplier](https://badgeralloys.com/news/your-emergency-casting-supplier/) - Emergency Casting Supplier - [How 3D Printing can Improve your Casting Process](https://badgeralloys.com/news/3d-printing-in-casting-manufacturing/) - 3D printing in casting manufacturing - [3D Scanning Can be a Solution for Worn/Obsolete Equipment or Parts](https://badgeralloys.com/news/3d-scanning-can-be-solution-wornobsolete-equipment-or-parts/) - If your worn part needs to be replaced and is obsolete, and/or the pattern equipment is beyond its useful life or otherwise unavailable, you need to find a quick solution to maintain or resume production. New technologies have made reverse engineering an affordable option for refurbishing legacy parts in a relatively short amount of time, - [New Scanner Helps Generate 3D Models Where None Exist](https://badgeralloys.com/news/new-scanner-helps-generate-3d-models/) - Badger Alloys continues to invest in next-generation manufacturing processes and equipment. Our new handheld scanner helps us generate 3D models of castings where none exist. The models allow us to analyze the casting process and improve the quality of long-running legacy parts. The scanner also helps facilitate the conversion of complicated core assemblies to 3D - [Foundry 101 Part 7: Heat Treatment, Inspection and NDT](https://badgeralloys.com/news/foundry-101-part-7-heat-treatment-inspection-and-ndt/) - Heat treatment, inspection, and Non-destructive Testing (NDT) are typically the final steps in a casting’s journey through a foundry. These post-pour processes are critical for the integrity of the product. They ensure the product meets industry standards, safety needs, performance needs, and customer needs. Following is a brief description of each of these stages. Heat - [Badger Alloys Celebrates 60th Anniversary](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-celebrates-60th-anniversary/) - March 27 2026 MILWAUKEE, WIS – Badger Alloys, Inc., a full-service sand-casting foundry based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, will celebrate its 60th anniversary April 1, 2026. The company was founded in 1966. In 1986, Leslie Cowen acquired the business from his co-founders and successfully transitioned it to the second generation of management in 1997 when his - [Badger Alloys Donates Time, Money to Special Spaces](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-donates-time-money-to-special-spaces/) - Badger Alloys supports Special Spaces by donating time and money to create a dream bedroom for a child with cancer, helping bring comfort and joy. - [Foundry 101 Part 3: Understanding Molds and Cores in the Sand Casting Process](https://badgeralloys.com/news/foundry-101-understanding-molds-and-cores-in-the-sand-casting-process/) - A guide to molds, cores, shakeout, cleaning, and solidification analysis—critical elements for sand casting performance. - [Foundry 101 Part 5: Melt Lab and Testing are Critical to Casting Success](https://badgeralloys.com/news/foundry-101-melt-lab-and-testing-are-critical-to-casting-success/) - Learn how melt lab testing, solidification modeling, and sand analysis ensure metallurgical accuracy and casting reliability. - [Foundry 101 Part 6: Sand Casting Shakeout/Cutoff/Cleaning](https://badgeralloys.com/news/foundry-101-part-6-sand-casting-shakeout-cutoff-cleaning-2/) - Understand the shakeout, cutoff, and cleaning stages in the casting workflow, plus essential post-casting inspection steps. - [Improve the cost of quality with on-site machining](https://badgeralloys.com/news/improve-cost-quality-site-machining/) - Explore machining considerations that reduce cost and enhance quality, including inspection alignment and design support. - [Solidification Analysis Optimizes Castability](https://badgeralloys.com/news/solidification-analysis-optimizes-castability/) - Learn how solidification modeling and melt lab analysis reduce defects, enhance castability, and improve pattern performance. - [Castings improvement through interactive engineering](https://badgeralloys.com/news/castings-improvement-through-interactive-engineering/) - Discover how interactive engineering, 3D scanning, and modeling reduce lead times and improve casting quality. - [Foundry 101 Part 2: Pattern Making - Tooling Method Selection and Innovations](https://badgeralloys.com/news/foundry-101-pattern-making-tooling-method-selection-and-innovations/) - Explore pattern-making techniques, tooling selection methods, and 3D printed pattern innovations that enhance casting efficiency. - [What are the true costs of offshoring?](https://badgeralloys.com/news/the-true-cost-of-offshoring/) - Companies are realizing that costs, risks and the business impacts of offshoring are great enough to take a closer look at reshoring many of their manufacturing practices. The United States remains the world’s largest manufacturing market and there are many advantages to producing here at home. The top business reasons companies decide to reshore are - [Mitigate your risk of supply chain disruptions](https://badgeralloys.com/news/mitigate-your-risk-supply-chain-disruptions/) - Coronavirus threatens manufacturers' ability to get the parts they need for production. Experts report that the peak impact of Covid-19 on global supply chains will reach North America in mid-March. Learn how to mitigate your risk of slowed production or shutdown now. Manufacturers with off-shore suppliers have adapted to new tariffs, but Coronavirus now threatens - [Biden's Build America, Buy America - What does it mean for U.S. Manufacturing?](https://badgeralloys.com/news/what-does-build-america-buy-america-mean-for-manufacturers/) - President Biden's Build America, Buy America (BABA) policy aims to boost domestic manufacturing and create more jobs in the United States. The policy requires that federal agencies prioritize the purchase of American-made goods for federally funded projects. BABA is expected to impact reshoring efforts, with a goal of making it more attractive for companies to - [Made In America requirements heighten importance of diversified domestic supply chain](https://badgeralloys.com/news/made-in-america-requirements-heighten-importance-of-diversified-domestic-supply-chain/) - The bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, signed into law in late 2021, includes three major components aimed at supporting domestic supply chains. The Build America, Buy America Act; Make it in America Act; and the BuyAmerica.gov transparency law all look to increase opportunities for American manufacturers. Requirements within these components have contractors and companies - [Badger Alloys to Exhibit at American Foundry Society's CastExpo 2016](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-exhibit-american-foundry-societys-castexpo-2016/) - Badger Alloys will exhibit at the American Foundry Society's CastExpo 2016, to be held April 15-18 in Minneapolis, MN. Connect with our president and management group at Booth 3556 in the "Cast in North America" Pavilion. Hope to see you there! CastExpo 2016 - [Badger Alloys Heads to CastExpo 2019](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-heads-castexpo-2019/) - Badger Alloys' president, VPs, and engineers will head to Atlanta April 26 for American Foundry Society's CastExpo. The show is boasted as North America's largest gathering of the metalcasting supply chain, with attendees from more than 32 countries registered to attend. Badger Alloys will be one of over 400 exhibitors at the event and will be - [Badger Alloys CEO to Represent Wisconsin Foundries at Government Affairs Fly-in](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-ceo-represents-foundries-government-fly-in/) - PRESS RELEASE For immediate release June 8, 2023 Contact: Sara Davis, saradavismarketing@gmail.com, 414.303.5149 Badger Alloys CEO to Attend Government Affairs Fly-in in Washington, D.C. MILWAUKEE, WIS – Rob Cowen, president and CEO of Badger Alloys, Inc., will represent Wisconsin foundries at a Government Affairs Fly-in June 20 – 21, 2023, in Washington, D.C. Cowen will - [Copper Base Alloys: Global Industry Trends in Output & Casting Manufacturing](https://badgeralloys.com/news/copper-base-alloys-castings-manufacturing-output-global-industry-trends/) - Global Industry Trends in Copper Base Alloys Output and Casting Manufacturing for 2015/2014. Click to see how the US Stacks up to Other Countries Global Industry Trends in Copper Base Alloys Output and Casting Manufacturing for 2014/2015 In 2014, the global output of copper base alloys totaled 1,680,630, a nearly 6% decrease over the previous - [White paper: Benefits of Using Highly Exothermic Blind Risers](https://badgeralloys.com/news/highly-exothermic-blind-risers/) - By Reid Petges, Foundry Engineer, Badger Alloys, Inc. As a leader in the steel foundry industry, Badger Alloys was recently invited to share its expertise on highly exothermic risers at the SFSA T&O Conference. Reid Petges, Foundry Engineer with Badger Alloys, delivered an insightful presentation on this topic and authored a white paper. To download - [New Alloy Search Tool Aids Engineers](https://badgeralloys.com/news/new-alloy-search-tool-aids-engineers/) - Badger Alloys' new interactive Alloy Search tool is designed to help engineers and casting designers with alloy selection. The tool allows users to filter the 200+ alloys the foundry pours routinely on site, based on composition and specifications. Users also can compare multiple alloys. The tool can be found at badgeralloys.com/alloy-search. Located in the heart - [Badger Alloys Named Future 50 Company for Second Consecutive Year!](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-named-future-50-company-second-consecutive-year/) - Badger Alloys was named a Future 50 company for the second consecutive year on September 11, 2014. The award is given annually by the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce’s Council of Small Business Executives (COSBE). “This award is an important recognition of our reinvestments and growth strategies employed over the past few years,” said Rob - [Badger Alloys Named to Inc. 5000 List](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-named-inc-5000-list/) - Badger Alloys was ranked 4757 on Inc. magazine’s 2014 annual list of America’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents the most comprehensive look at the country’s independent entrepreneurs. Badger Alloys was recognized for its 50 percent revenue growth and 56 percent employment growth over the past three years. The company was one of 70 Wisconsin companies named - [Badger Alloys named to ME3](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-named-me3/) - The company’s commitment to environmental sustainability is evidenced by our involvement in ME3, Milwaukee Economy, Energy, Environment. Badger Alloys was one of five manufacturers to become involved with ME3, which promotes the implementation of cost-effective sustainable manufacturing practices and technologies that reduce community-wide negative environmental impacts. More Information - [Badger Alloys Appoints New Sales Engineer](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-appoints-new-sales-engineer/) - Nick Hanson, Sales Engineer, Badger Alloys - [Brad Moore Quoted in Washington Post Article](https://badgeralloys.com/news/brad-moore-washington-post/) - Brad Moore, Director of Sales Engineering for Badger Alloys, was quoted in Andrew Van Dam's article in The Washington Post titled, "The most common job in America is an incredible three-way tie." In it, Van Dam explores the country's most -- and least -- common jobs. Interestingly, Van Dam's research found that "wood pattern maker" - [Celebrating 60 Years of World-class Castings!](https://badgeralloys.com/news/foundry-101-sandcasting-shakeout-cutoff-and-cleaning/) - Valued Customers and Business Partners, It is with great pride that Badger Alloys celebrates its 60th year in business. As we celebrate this milestone, we recognize and express our heartfelt gratitude for your continued partnership and trust in us. Over the past six decades, your support has been instrumental in shaping our journey, allowing us - [Foundry 101 Part 1: Demystifying Sand Casting Engineering](https://badgeralloys.com/news/foundry-101-an-overview-of-sandcasting-engineering/) - Learn the fundamentals of sand casting, from molds and cores to melt lab testing and pattern-making essentials for high-quality castings. - [Foundry 101 Part 4: How the Type of Sand Used in the Casting Process Impacts Performance](https://badgeralloys.com/news/foundry-101-how-the-type-of-sand-used-in-the-casting-process-impacts-performance/) - Discover how sand selection impacts casting design, core performance, and overall casting quality in foundry processes. - [Casting Inspections - Balancing the Cost of Quality](https://badgeralloys.com/news/casting-inspections-balancing-cost-quality/) - Optimize casting quality with solidification analysis, proper shakeout processes, and strategic inspection planning. - [Badger Alloys uses free bikes as part of wellness program](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-uses-free-bikes-part-wellness-program/) - Badger Alloys employees have a brand new set of shiny wheels to get them motivated about wellness. The Milwaukee foundry gave about 75 employees custom fit bicycles, helmets and locks Friday to kick-off the company's new wellness program. All of Badger Alloys' 102 employees were invited to participate in the program and 99 enrolled. Before - [Badger Alloys publishes whitepaper on robotic patternless molding](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-publishes-whitepaper-robotic-patternless-molding/) - Robotic patternless molding can be a lower cost, more efficient option for tooling that offers greater design freedom. Download our whitepaper to see whether this method of tooling is best for your project. Related Files: Download our free whitepaper - [Badger Alloys remains open as an essential business](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-remains-open-essential-business/) - Badger Alloys remains open as an "essential business" per the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services and Infrastructure Security Agency’s list of Critical Infrastructure Sectors. We continue to follow guidelines from the CDC, political leaders, and industry associations to keep our team safe while meeting customer needs. Fortunately, we are - [Business Friend of the Environment Award Given to Badger Alloys](https://badgeralloys.com/news/business-friend-environment-award-given-badger-alloys/) - Wisconsin DNR Secretary Cathy Stepp presented Badger Alloys' Rob Cowen and Wendy McGrath with the Business Friend of the Environment Award May 14. The company was recognized for its envrionmental stewardship, particularly its investment in a Sand Reclamation Unit that allows it to reuse nearly all the sand used in the foundry. Read more about the - [Badger Alloys Leverages Revolutionary, New Age Technology](https://badgeralloys.com/news/casting-manufacturer-magmasoft-software/) - Revolutionary Magmasoft Software benefits casting customers with faster lead times, defect-free castings, cost savings & other unique advantages. Find out how the technology Badger Alloys uses can benefit you! Magmasoft - Highly Advanced Software with Huge Benefits to Casting Customers Badger Alloys invests in advanced technologies early to ensure our casting manufacturing processes remain the - [CEO Rob Cowen Invited to Speak on WMC Energy Panel](https://badgeralloys.com/news/ceo-rob-cowen-invited-speak-wmc-energy-panel/) - As a "Business Friend of the Environment" and "Manufacturer of the Year" award recipient, Badger Alloys CEO Rob Cowen was invited to participate on a panel at the Wisconsin Manufacters and Commerce 2015 Focus on Manufacturing Breakfast February 27 in Milwaukee. Along with keynote speaker Ellen Nowak, commissioner of the Wisconsin Public Service Commission, Cowen - [Engineers from around the world attend Badger Alloys tour](https://badgeralloys.com/news/engineers-around-world-attend-badger-alloys-tour/) - Nearly 100 engineers from around the world toured Badger Alloys on June 5. They were in Milwaukee to attend the Hydraulic Institute's technical meetings, and many of the participants had never toured a foundry to see how the parts they design are manufactured. Read the Milwaukee Business Journal article - [Governor Scott Walker Visits Badger Alloys](https://badgeralloys.com/news/governor-scott-walker-visits-badger-alloys/) - Governor Scott Walker visited Badger Alloys April 1 to help celebrate the company's 48th Anniversary and to share news about his Blueprint for Prosperity with our 125 employees. The Governor graciously named April 1, 2014, "Badger Alloys Day" in the state of Wisconsin. Related Files: Read the press release - [Marquette University High School Students Visit Badger Alloys](https://badgeralloys.com/news/marquette-university-high-school-students-visit-badger-alloys/) - "Our group was very energized by our visit with you. Badger Alloys is a gem of a business. It's great to see such high-quality products being made right here in Wisconsin . . . and for so many years."- David Vogt, teacher, Marquette University High School David Vogt’s engineering students from Marquette University High School - [Sand reclamation will have big impact at Badger Alloys](https://badgeralloys.com/news/sand-reclamation-will-have-big-impact-badger-alloys/) - The sand used in casting metal parts at Milwaukee foundry Badger Alloys is usually discarded. But the company recently installed a sand reclamation unit that will allow it to divert 17 million pounds of sand from landfills annually. The reclamation unit was a significant investment, but it will have an outsized impact on the company's - [Steel Castings Source Selection](https://badgeralloys.com/news/steel-castings-source-selection/) - According to the Steel Founders Society of America, selecting a good castings supplier involves much more than finding the lowest-cost provider. Learn more about their recommendations for finding a castings partner with whom you can develop a long-term relationship. According to the Steel Founders Society of America, selecting a good castings supplier involves much more - [Sustainability Program has Manufacturers Seeing Green](https://badgeralloys.com/news/sustainability-program-has-manufacturers-seeing-green/) - With guidance from Milwaukee Economy, Energy, Environment (ME3), Badger Alloys has implemented numerous sustainable manufacturing initiatives. After analyzing its entire facility to identify opportunities for sustainable growth, the company continues its efforts to reduce waste, decrease peak energy demand, and reduce costs while increasing production. Programs include the installation of a sand reclamation unit that allows the - [Understanding Steel Casting Failures](https://badgeralloys.com/news/understanding-steel-casting-failures/) - Why do steel castings fail? Hint: “Product defect” is not the number one answer. With a knowledgeable engineering team, state-of-the-art equipment and technologies, and a variety of materials poured, your castings provider can help you use the manufacturing process to optimize casting performance. For an in-depth, technical discussion on why castings fail, view Raymond Monroe’s webinar, “Understanding - [Why Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is Important to Castings Manufacturers](https://badgeralloys.com/news/why-cybersecurity-maturity-model-certification-cmmc-is-important-to-castings-manufacturers/) - By Brad Moore, Director of Sales Engineering, bradm@badgeralloys.com Over the last decade, the increase in ransomware, phishing attacks and cyberattacks by foreign governments has led to the development of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). CMMC outlines the cybersecurity framework that was developed to protect the information created and shared within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). - [Badger Alloys Announces Major Purchase](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-announces-major-purchase/) - Badger Alloys, Inc. has purchased five parcels of land adjacent to its current facility along the 5100 block of State Street, Milwaukee. This multi-year/multimillion-dollar investment will dramatically improve the company’s efficiency, speed and capacity to meet amplified customer demand and anticipated future growth. The company reported its most successful booking period in five years from July - [Badger Alloys Employees Share Holiday Cheer with Boys & Girls Club](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-employees-share-holiday-cheer-boys-girls-club/) - Employees gathered in holiday spirit this season to donate and wrap gifts for the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee. They joined 150 volunteers to wrap more than 3500 donated gifts from corporate sponsors and generous individuals. Children received gifts at holiday parties hosted by each of the 43 local Boys & Girls Clubs. - [Badger Alloys Expands Team](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-expands-team/) - Badger Alloys is pleased to announce the addition of three new employees: Reid Petges, foundry engineer; Anthony Triplett, mold line and core room supervisor; and Ricardo Vallejo, engineering technician. Badger Alloys Expands Team MILWAUKEE, WIS -- Badger Alloys, Inc., a full-service castings manufacturer in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is pleased to announce the addition of three new - [Badger Alloys honored with 2013 Manufacturer of the Year Award](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-honored-2013-manufacturer-year-award/) - Badger Alloys was honored with the prestigious 2013 Manufacturer of the Year Award from Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce on February 27, 2014. The award recognizes manufacturers for outstanding performance in workforce development, employee relations, manufacturing processes, operational excellence, environmental sustainability, and contributions to the community. Winners were selected by an independent panel of judges, who - [Badger Alloys named to MMAC’s 2013 Future 50!](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-named-mmacs-2013-future-50/) - Badger Alloys, a family-owned and operated foundry that specializes in custom castings, has been named a 2013 Future 50 company by the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce’s Council of Small Business Executives (COSBE). Related Files: Future 50 Press Release - [Badger Alloys to Participate in Hydraulic Institute Annual Conference](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-participate-hydraulic-institute-annual-conference/) - Hope to see you in Phoenix February 26 - March 2, 2018! If you are attending the Hydraulic Institute's Annual Conference this week in Phoenix, AZ, we would love to connect with you! We will be at the conference all week, learning about the latest industry trends, and will be participating in the exhibit reception 6:00 - 8:00 - [50th Anniversary Celebrated at Badger Alloys](https://badgeralloys.com/news/50th-anniversary-celebrated-badger-alloys/) - Founded in 1966, Badger Alloys will celebrate its 50th anniversary April 1, 2016. In 1986, Leslie Cowen acquired the business from his co-founders and successfully transitioned it to the second generation of management in 1997 when his son Rob Cowen became president and CEO. A small, classic foundry in 1966, Badger Alloys has grown to become a - [CASE STUDY: Sapphire Technologies](https://badgeralloys.com/news/case-study-sapphire-technologies/) - BADGER ALLOYS CASE STUDY: Sapphire Technologies' Turboexpander "It's not easy to find a partner in the sand-casting space that can support prototyping and transition to production volumes for the relatively larger castings we need. Badger Alloys was able to leverage the things they learned in our prototyping to provide a quality product in production. That - [Badger Alloys Exhibits at American Foundry Society's MetalCasting Congress](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-exhibits-at-american-foundry-societys-metalcasting-congress/) - Our team at MetalCasting Congress - [President Rob Cowen Honored with Bravo! Entrepreneurial Award](https://badgeralloys.com/news/president-rob-cowen-honored-bravo-entrepreneurial-award/) - Rob Cowen, Badger Alloys president and CEO, was honored with the Bravo! Entrepreneurial Award for his bold leadership and commitment to growth and innovation. He will receive the award May 21 in Milwaukee. Read More on BizTimes.com Related Files: Read the Press Release - [Badger Alloys Mentors "Cast in Steel" Teams](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-mentors-cast-steel-teams/) - Badger Alloys mentored teams from UW-Milwaukee and Michigan Tech in the "Cast in Steel" competition at the American Foundry Society's CastExpo 2019. Teams from 16 colleges competed to design, pour and finish the best performing steel axe. The UWM team, guided by metallurgist Mike Beining, poured the competition axe on site at our sand foundry. Brad Moore, director of - [Badger Alloys publishes whitepaper -- "What Tooling Method Makes Sense for Your Casting?"](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-publishes-whitepaper-what-tooling-method-makes-sense-your-casting/) - Tooling methods continue to evolve and provide flexibility for getting the best casting. Download our whitepaper on "What tooling method makes sense for your casting?" by Brad Moore, director of sales engineering at Badger Alloys. Related Files: Full Tooling Method Article - [Badger Alloys CEO to Represent Wisconsin Metalcasters at Government Affairs Fly-in in DC](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-ceo-to-represent-wisconsin-metalcasters-at-government-affairs-fly-in-in-dc/) - Badger Alloys CEO Rob Cowen to represent Wisconsin Foundries at DC Government Affairs Fly-in - [CEO Rob Cowen shares insights in BizTimes Media's "2023 Mid-year Economic Forecast"](https://badgeralloys.com/news/ceo-rob-cowen-shares-insights-in-biztimes-medias-2023-mid-year-economic-forecast/) - ARTICLE July 24, 2023 Contact: Sara Davis, saradavismarketing@gmail.com, 414.303.5149 2023 Mid-year Economic Forecast Badger Alloys CEO Rob Cowen shared his insights on the current state of manufacturing in BizTimes Media's "2023 Mid-Year Economic Forecast: As economic uncertainty continues, more manufacturers look to enter new Asian markets." Excerpt from the BizTimes article: Rob Cowen, chief executive - [Prototypes – high-quality castings with quick turnaround](https://badgeralloys.com/news/prototypes-high-quality-castings-quick-turnaround/) - With mounting pressures to decrease casting production time while keeping costs low, casting engineers can find prototypes to be an ideal solution. Prototyping can be effective for one-off parts, for new parts that require design refinement, or in situations where you need a few pre-production parts quickly as you ramp up for full production. With - [Badger Alloys Appoints New Controller](https://badgeralloys.com/news/badger-alloys-appoints-new-controller/) - Badger Alloys, Inc., a full-service castings manufacturer in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is pleased to announce that John Zwicki, CPA, has joined the company as Controller. In this role, he will develop financial strategies and provide insights for effective decision making in growing sales and containing costs. PRESS RELEASE For immediate release April 1, 2022 Contact: Sara - [President Rob Cowen attends Valve Manufacturers Association/Valve Repair Council Annual meeting](https://badgeralloys.com/news/president-rob-cowen-attends-vma-vrc-annual-meeting/) - As a member of Valve Manufacturers Association of America, Badger Alloys had the opportunity to participate in the organization's annual meeting in September in Santa Barbara, CA. Held in conjunction with the Valve Repair Council, this meeting gave Badger Alloys' President/CEO Rob Cowen the opportunity to learn more about China's impact on the supply chain, the ## Pages - [Home Page](https://badgeralloys.com/) - In Memoriam - Wendy (Cowen) McGrath With heavy hearts, we announce that Wendy (Cowen) McGrath passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026. Wendy was a shareholder at Badger Alloys, daughter of founder Les Cowen, and sister of current President & CEO Rob Cowen. Wendy served Badger Alloys for more than 40 years in various capacities, - [Certifications & Awards](https://badgeralloys.com/about-us/certifications-awards/) - Badger Alloys’ commitment to quality has been recognized by a number of international and local organizations in a variety of industries. More importantly, our customers and vendors appreciate our commitment to excellence. - [Leadership Team](https://badgeralloys.com/about-us/leadershipteam/) - Robert S. Cowen President & CEO "Do the right thing" has been Rob's leadership philosophy since his father transitioned the business to him in 1997. Fortunately for the company, that philosophy has paid off. Under Rob's leadership, Badger Alloys has more than doubled in size -- financially and physically. The company has earned numerous awards, - [Join the Badger Alloys Team](https://badgeralloys.com/join-badger-alloys-team/) - Join Badger Alloys and build a rewarding career. 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