Eagle Group

09/01/2026

Donate blood, get a $25 e-gift card

This Thursday at Eagle Alloy, the Versiti Blood Center of Michigan Blood Bus will be on-site all morning. All are welcome, whether or not you are connected to the Eagle Group – join us for a good cause!

See contact info to make an appointment, but walk-ins also welcome as schedule allows.

🗓️ Thurs, Sept. 3, 6am - 12pm
📍 Eagle Alloy, 5142 Evanston Ave, Muskegon, MI

08/21/2026

Big ladle. Small target. A lot of skill in between.

This is pouring at Eagle Alloy, where molten metal is transferred into shell molds.

The ladle may be doing the heavy lifting, but the pour still depends on the operator.

Controlling the stream and keeping the pour steady helps the metal fill the gating system properly while minimizing turbulence that can contribute to casting defects.

Up close: here, we have a combination of experience, precision, and some SERIOUSLY hot metal.

08/18/2026

Let’s go to the instant replay on that oven exit. 🔥

Heat treatment is defined by more than reaching a target temperature. The complete thermal cycle matters:

✔️ Heating rate
✔️ Soak temperature
✔️ Time at temperature
✔️ Cooling rate

The soak allows the casting’s cross-section to reach the required temperature and gives the controlled metallurgical changes time to occur.

There's A LOT that goes into effective heat treatment.

Luckily, the Eagle Group has written all about it, and it's all here in this free download: https://hubs.li/Q04s_9tS0

08/17/2026

What’s next for investment casting? 🤔

We’re looking forward to finding out alongside colleagues from across the industry at the Investment Casting Institute’s 73rd (!!) Annual Technical Conference & Equipment Expo, October 25–28 in Grand Rapids.

Eagle Precision Cast Parts is excited to be attending, and we’re especially looking forward to the conversations that happen when so much of the industry gets together in one place.

See you in October!

https://hubs.li/Q04t6ndL0

Join us at the 73nd Annual ICI Technical Conference & Expo, the leading event for investment casting professionals. Explore cutting-edge technologies, attend technical presentations, and network with industry leaders. Save the date: September 28 – October

08/13/2026

Why does slag come out as a cohesive chunk instead of flowing like the metal beneath it?

The slag phase typically has a different melting range, viscosity, density, and surface tension from the alloy. At the melt's surface—where heat loss is greatest—it can become highly viscous or partially solidified.

Depending on the melting practice, a slag coagulant may be introduced to bind fine, dispersed oxides into a more cohesive and skimmable chunk.

08/10/2026

Congratulations to Eagle Alloy’s 3rd Quarter class of Master Foundrymen!

Now running more than five years strong, this internal program recognizes employees who consistently demonstrate excellence in productivity, quality, safety, reliability, and leadership.

We’re proud to recognize the experience and commitment these individuals bring to the team:

First shift: Dan Ribon, Luis Navarro, Bernard Brown, Chad Syers, Venancio Coronado, Octavio Navarro, and Archice Bixby

Third shift: Jeff Tawney

And a special shoutout 📣 to Archice Bixby and Chad Syers, who have now earned this recognition an incredible 21 quarters in a row! Woo hoo! 🎖️🏆🗓️

Congratulations to all of our Q3 Master Foundrymen!

08/07/2026

And the Q3 MVP Award goes to… Steve Baker! 🎖️

As a highly skilled Maintenance Technician on 3rd shift, Steve plays an essential role in keeping Eagle Alloy’s machines running. His technical expertise, outstanding attendance, and exceptional dedication have made him an invaluable part of our success.

Congratulations, Steve!

(Pictured with Alex Rivera, 3rd Shift Supervisor)

08/05/2026

Congratulations to Victor Munoz, Eagle Alloy's 3rd Quarter Newcomer Award recipient! 🏆

In less than a year, Victor has become highly proficient in our Core Department, consistently demonstrating a great attitude, strong attendance, and a willingness to learn.

Congratulations on a well-earned recognition, Victor—and thank you for making a positive impact on the team.

(Pictured with 1st Shift Supervisor Fred Turner.)

07/31/2026

Hard work stands out... and deserves a shout!

Congratulations to Steve Daszko, Eagle Precision Cast Parts' latest MVP.

Steve has been recognized for his dedication, team-first mindset, and the consistent effort he brings to work every day. Employees like Steve help create the culture that keeps our customers supplied with high-quality precision investment castings.

🏆 3 years with Eagle Precision Cast Parts
🔹 Lean Cell Team Member

Thank you for everything you do, Steve, and congratulations on this well-deserved recognition. Please join us in congratulating Steve on this achievement!

07/10/2026

Where minds meet metal. ⚔️🔥

Cast in Steel's new YouTube series premiered last night, bringing together college teams from across the country for a challenge built around creativity, engineering, metalcasting, and raw skill.

This year’s challenge: George Washington’s sword.

Meet the teams, see their approaches take shape, and follow the competition toward the ultimate test ➡️ https://hubs.li/Q04p6ZD90