Aluminum Sand Casting for Buggies and Carriages

The Midwest's Top Aluminum Sand Casting Manufacturer

At Clark Casting, our goal is to blend the line where tradition meets innovation in the horse & buggy and carriage industry. As a leading provider of aluminum sand casting solutions, we are dedicated to helping companies in this historic sector thrive with modern manufacturing techniques and exceptional quality standards. Aluminum sand casting is an ideal choice for producing high-quality parts for horse buggies and carriages for the following reasons:

Strength and Durability: Aluminum sand casting provides the strength and durability necessary to withstand the rigors of daily use, ensuring longevity and reliability for horse-drawn carts.
Precision and Customization: Our casting process allows for the creation of intricate and customized parts, enabling manufacturers to design unique components that enhance the functionality and aesthetics of their buggies and carriages.
Weight Savings: Aluminum's lightweight properties contribute to improved fuel efficiency and ease of handling, making it an excellent choice for reducing overall vehicle weight without compromising performance.

Cast Aluminum Applications in the Buggy & Carriage Industry

The buggy & horse-drawn carriage industry encompasses a wide range of applications, each requiring specific components to ensure functionality, safety, and aesthetics. Some common applications within this industry include:

Agricultural and Amish Communities: In rural and agricultural settings, horse buggies remain a practical means of transportation for some communities, including the Amish. Components such as buggy frames, wheels, axles, and hitching hardware are crucial for constructing durable and reliable vehicles capable of withstanding daily use on rural roads.
Historical Restoration: Many enthusiasts and collectors seek to restore vintage horse buggies and carriages to their former glory. This often involves replicating or replacing intricate components such as wheels, axles, brackets, and decorative elements using traditional manufacturing techniques like aluminum sand casting.
Tourism and Entertainment: Horse-drawn vehicles are popular attractions worldwide in tourist destinations and entertainment venues. These range from leisurely carriage rides in historic districts to elaborate theatrical productions featuring ornate carriages. Components such as carriage bodies, frames, and decorative embellishments are essential for these applications.
Competitions and Shows: Horse-drawn carriage competitions and shows are popular events where participants showcase the craftsmanship, design, and performance of their vehicles. Specialized components such as carriage bodies, shafts, and harness fittings are essential for these applications, often requiring custom fabrication to meet specific competition requirements.
Special Events and Weddings: Horse-drawn carriages add a touch of elegance and romance to special events such as weddings, proms, and parades. Custom-designed components, including decorative trim, lighting fixtures, and upholstery, help create memorable experiences for participants and spectators alike.
Modern Interpretations: Some manufacturers and designers create modern interpretations of traditional horse buggies and carriages, blending classic aesthetics with contemporary materials and technologies. Components for these vehicles may include lightweight aluminum frames, innovative suspension systems, and ergonomic seating arrangements.

Turning Your Creations into a Cast Aluminum Reality

• 01

  Design Consultation

  First, we discuss manufacturability and suggest improvements for casting efficiency and quality.

• 02

  Pattern/Mold Creation

  Once approved, we create the physical pattern and prepare the sand mold using the pattern.

• 03

  Prototyping

  We then produce a single or small batch of castings to be validated before full production.

• 04

  Fabrication & Heat Treatment

  Full production of your design and heat treatment processes to achieve specific mechanical properties.

Common Industries

We can create products, parts, and accessories for any industry, however, Clark Casting specializes in the following industries below. If you have a custom idea in an industry that's not listed below, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team!

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can Clark Casting manufacture shell and cold set cores?

  Absolutely! At Clark Casting, we are equipped to make shell and cold set cores.

• What size molds can Clark Casting manufacture?

  Our mold sizes range from 12x16 all the way up to 34x40, in order to fulfill your needs.

• What aluminum alloys does Clark Casting use to create casts?

  The alloys we use to cast with include 319, 356, and 713.

• What weight castings can you manufacture?

  Our casting weights range anywehere from a few ounces all the way up to 75 pounds.

• Does Clark Casting have pattern shops?

  We have pattern shop facilities available with capabilities of making wood, metal, and plastic patterns of virtually any configuration and in any size within our capacity.