Art Casting Alloys

The design of the artwork or the intended installation environment can often present challenges. Hayes Metals has the experience and expertise to collaborate with the artist or foundry to recommend the most suitable alloy or custom-tailor an alloy to meet the needs of all stakeholders, including the artist, foundry, and artwork owner.

Project Summary

Since 1946, Hayes Metals has been a trusted supplier of high-quality ingot materials to the art casting industry, serving both local and international markets. Our commitment to excellence has made us the preferred choice for every bronze art foundry in Australia and New Zealand, as well as numerous art foundries worldwide, including those in China, Saudi Arabia, and Thailand.

Sustainable and High-Quality Materials:

Our ingot materials are composed of approximately 99.7% remanufactured metals, combined with our modern induction furnaces and the use of sustainably sourced energy. This approach not only ensures the highest quality but also provides significant CO2e savings, reflecting our dedication to environmental sustainability.

Comprehensive Range of Alloys:

We offer a wide variety of alloys tailored for art casting applications, including:

  • Silicon Bronze C87300: Known for its excellent fluidity and corrosion resistance, ideal for intricate sculptures.
  • Tin Bronze C90300: Offers high strength and wear resistance, perfect for durable art pieces.
  • Leaded Bronze LG2: Provides good machinability and wear resistance, suitable for detailed castings.
  • Navy G: A versatile alloy with excellent corrosion resistance, used in marine art applications.
  • Silicon Brass C87600: Combines strength and corrosion resistance, ideal for decorative art.
  • DCB (Die Casting Brass): Known for its high strength and excellent casting properties, used in complex designs.

Specialist Alloys:

In addition to our standard offerings, Hayes Metals has developed specialist alloys to meet unique artistic needs:

  • White Bronze Alloys WB1 and WB2: These alloys provide a distinctive white finish, adding a unique aesthetic to sculptures.
  • Modified Silicon Bronze C87300S: Recommended for specific applications, offering enhanced properties for specialised art casting.

Commitment to Innovation and Quality:

At Hayes Metals, we continuously strive to innovate and improve our alloy offerings to meet the evolving needs of the art casting industry. Our dedication to quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction ensures that artists and foundries receive the best materials for their creative projects.

Contact Us Today:

Discover the Hayes Metals difference. Contact us today to learn more about our comprehensive range of art casting alloys and how we can support your artistic endeavours with our expertise and high-quality materials.

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Various
Location:
Global
Project:
Supply of ingot material for artwork castings
Recycling Rate:
99.7%
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H&S Incidents:
The seven kings – Ramkhamhaeng, Naresuan, Narai, Taksin, Phraphutthayotfa Chulalok (Rama I), Mongkut (Rama IV) and Chulalongkorn (Rama V) – from various kingdoms in what is now Thailand, were chosen to represent the most glorious periods of Thai history, and to hammer home the idea that only under a strong monarchy can the country prosper.

Ratchaphakdi Park, Thailand

The seven kings – Ramkhamhaeng, Naresuan, Narai, Taksin, Phraphutthayotfa Chulalok (Rama I), Mongkut (Rama IV) and Chulalongkorn (Rama V) – from various kingdoms in what is now Thailand, were chosen to represent the most glorious periods of Thai history, and to hammer home the idea that only under a strong monarchy can the country prosper.

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Nona developed Two Brothers based on a traditional legend from his home island of Badu. 7m cast bronze canoe is supported by six paddles, raising it 5 meters above the ground. The patterning and position of two mother-of-pearl stars seen on the sides of the canoe’s hull reflect the strong wind (Sagerr) and soft wind (Nagai).

Thuwal, Saudi Arabia

Nona developed Two Brothers based on a traditional legend from his home island of Badu. 7m cast bronze canoe is supported by six paddles, raising it 5 meters above the ground. The patterning and position of two mother-of-pearl stars seen on the sides of the canoe’s hull reflect the strong wind (Sagerr) and soft wind (Nagai).

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The monument located at the western end of the bridge is of an Australian soldier, and on the eastern end of the bridge is a monument of a New Zealand soldier. A handful of sand from Gallipoli rests under the foot of the digger as a permanent connection with comrades who fell and remain at the Gallipoli Battlefield in Turkey.

ANZAC Bridge, Sydney

The monument located at the western end of the bridge is of an Australian soldier, and on the eastern end of the bridge is a monument of a New Zealand soldier. A handful of sand from Gallipoli rests under the foot of the digger as a permanent connection with comrades who fell and remain at the Gallipoli Battlefield in Turkey.

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Nona developed Two Brothers based on a traditional legend from his home island of Badu. 7m cast bronze canoe is supported by six paddles, raising it 5 meters above the ground. The patterning and position of two mother-of-pearl stars seen on the sides of the canoe’s hull reflect the strong wind (Sagerr) and soft wind (Nagai).

Te Kūiti, New Zealand

This statue commemorates the late Sir Colin Meads, a legendary captain of the All Blacks, and is regarded as one of New Zealand's finest rugby players. The 2.7-metre bronze sculpture weighs close to a tonne and took Auckland artist Natalie Stamilla about two months to create.

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