Ermak Foundry and Machining

Ermak Foundry and Machining is a medium-sized company based in Chaska, Minnesota, specializing in aluminum castings and machining. With 20 to 49 employees, the company has earned revenue exceeding $10,000. They offer a comprehensive range of services, from initial prototyping to large-scale production runs, catering to a diverse clientele including businesses selling directly to consumers, through big-box retailers, or via distribution channels. Ermak Foundry and Machining excels in various casting techniques, including green sand, permanent mold/gravity-fed die casting, and no-bake processes. Their facility houses both a foundry and a machine shop under one roof, enabling tight integration for enhanced efficiency, cost savings, and quality control. This unique setup allows them to oversee the entire product lifecycle, from concept to production. Their foundry utilizes certified aluminum ingots in various alloys and can accommodate flask sizes ranging from 12" x 14" to 45" x 45" or larger. They handle production runs from single pieces to tens of thousands of castings, with weights ranging from ounces to hundreds of pounds. The machining shop is equipped with CNC lathes, CNC vertical milling machines, and supporting equipment, capable of working with a variety of materials including stainless steel, steel, aluminum, brass, plastic, and castings. Ermak Foundry and Machining provides a wide range of finishing services such as machining, heat treating, painting, anodizing, polishing, grinding, and plating. They also offer prototyping services, including cost analysis of patterns and efficient manufacturing methods, often collaborating with partner experts for rapid prototyping and the creation of master patterns and match plates. For more information, visit ermak.com.