Proposing New Casting Value
Meiko Futaba's light metal products, often used as parts for motorcycles and similar vehicles, are crafted by artisans based on years of casting expertise.
Leveraging this experience and wisdom, as overseas demand has increased, we have embarked on new developments. In recent years, we have actively pursued new alloy development and proposed enduringly beloved cast products with flexible thinking.
In terms of processing technology, we have maintained quality by improving our in-house dedicated processing machines, even with challenging materials like silicon's primary crystals.
Through these efforts, we propose new value.
Characteristics of the Light Metal Business
Products made by gravity casting using aluminum alloy high-silicon materials
Are utilized for their excellent properties in terms of sliding properties, thermal expansion, and wear resistance.
Prototyping and Development Capabilities
We are able to undertake development and prototyping, seeking possibilities in casting utilizing the characteristics of gravity casting and high-silicon materials, as well as exploring casting with diverse materials such as tin.
Piston Kit
We sell piston kits consisting of pistons for various motorcycle models, along with piston rings, pins, and clips, to countries worldwide.
Examples of Product Usage
These products are used in various applications such as:
- ・Pistons
(Automobiles, motorcycles, outboard motors, agricultural machinery, firefighting pumps, etc.) - ・Compressors
Commitment to Processing
Through improvements to our in-house dedicated processing machines, we have maintained quality with an emphasis on high rigidity and productivity, accommodating even difficult-to-machine materials.
Additionally, we have advanced our capabilities in mold design and manufacturing to meet the increasing demands of new requirements in recent years, while also retaining new lines, pushing forward with challenges in high-silicon aluminum casting for various applications.
Plant certification
Meiko Futaba's plants have received various certifications.
