Ashland Foundry and Machine Works
Provides rapid prototyping and casting services using robotic additive manufacturing technology to produce complex metal castings in days rather than weeks.
- CEO / Founder
- Jim Spalding
- Team Size
- 51-200
- Stage
- Established
- Total Funding
- $2M
- Latest Round
- Acquired
- Key Investors
- Speyside Equity
Technology & Products
Key Products
Rapid prototyping services; Ferrous and non-ferrous castings; CNC machining; 3D printed molds; Sand casting; Hydro testing; Impeller balancing; Polishing
Technological Advantage
Proprietary integration of robotic AM for mold production reduces lead times by 70-80% compared to traditional pattern-making methods, enabling rapid iteration and on-demand casting production.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces casting lead times from weeks to days through robotic additive manufacturing for mold production, enabling faster prototyping and production of complex geometries with over 100 alloy options.
How They Differentiate
Offers both traditional foundry capabilities and additive manufacturing services for mold production, providing end-to-end casting solutions with over 100 alloy options and rapid turnaround times.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
OEM pump manufacturers, valve companies, oil field equipment suppliers, defense contractors, and industrial manufacturers requiring high-integrity metal castings.
Industry Verticals
Pump; Valve; Oil field; Chemical; Marine; Industrial; Defense; Power generation
Competitors
ExOne (now Desktop Metal); Voxeljet; Humtown Products
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Annual revenue $31.4 million (2025)
Major Milestones
Founded in 1881; Acquired by Speyside Equity Fund I LP in 2017; Added additive manufacturing capabilities for rapid prototyping