Investment Casting Shellrooms
Built for Production Demands

Investment casting requires accuracy throughout the process, and the shellroom plays a pivotal role. VA Technology designs equipment to provide the reliability and repeatability needed for high‑precision castings used in aerospace, medical and industrial applications.

Foundries around the world operate with diverse layouts, production volumes, and process requirements. To meet these needs, the company designs and manufactures a broad range of equipment in-house, tailored to custom dimensions. These systems can be delivered as standalone units or as fully integrated shellrooms.

VA Technology shellroom systems are engineered to support every stage of shell building, ensuring consistent performance and high-quality results throughout the investment casting process.

1. Pattern Washing
   Pattern wash, rinse, and air blow off tanks are built to suit specific shell sizes.
2. Ceramic Slurry Dipping
   Options include HD Series slurry tanks and compact DD Series slurry tanks.
3. Stucco Application
   Rotary or vertical rainfall sanders and fluidised beds are available, along with optional equipment such as stucco elevators, sand hoists and stucco silos. Dust extraction systems are incorporated for clean/safe operation.
4. Shell Drying
   Every shellroom is designed with a controlled drying room, or rapid drying systems using integrated humidity control systems, temperature control systems and airflow management systems. IC-Lift trolleys are available to assist with shell handling.
5. Repeatability and Automation
   IC‑series robots are programmed to match specific process requirements and provide continuous operation.

Foundries using VA Technology equipment commonly report improvements such as increased throughput, reduced shell defects, lower material waste, and more consistent results. Automated shellroom systems can also reduce manual handling and associated risks. Many facilities have transitioned from manual to entirely automated shell building with support from the company’s engineering and support teams. This typically includes project planning, installation, commissioning and ongoing technical support.

Built to last, the durable, robust equipment provides confidence in achieving high-quality shell-making standards. Click here to view the shellroom product range.