Shandong Liancheng Precision Manufacturing Co., Ltd. has acquired Aluminum Foundry of Wisconsin, enhancing its manufacturing capabilities and market presence in North America.

Target Information

Aluminum Foundry of Wisconsin LLC (AFW), headquartered in Lannon, Wisconsin, has been acquired by Shandong Liancheng Precision Manufacturing Co., Ltd. AFW is a premier manufacturer specializing in complex sand castings made of aluminum, brass, and bronze. The company caters to a wide range of industries, including marine, industrial, transportation, off-highway vehicles, material handling, and recreational equipment, utilizing advanced machinery that includes automated green sand and air-set casting lines. This enables AFW to produce low to medium volume casting programs efficiently, with the capability to manufacture mold boxes up to 130” x 40” and castings weighing up to 500 pounds.

Founded in 2014, AFW is part of the Mumford Metal Casting (MMC) group, which consists of specialized manufacturing firms located in the Midwest United States. MMC services a diverse portfolio of blue-chip customers across various sectors such as automotive, heavy equipment, industrial, recreational, lighting, furniture, agriculture, and marine. The company's facilities encompass approximately 300,000 square feet, providing a breadth of services which include design for manufacturing, pattern engineering, machining, heat treatment, x-ray inspection, and assembly.

Industry Overview

The aluminum casting industry in the United States is characterized by a growing demand for lightweight and durable materials, especially within the automotive and aerospace sectors. The increasing focus on fuel efficiency and emissions