Many UK engineering managers and procurement teams often wonder if they should source investment castings from local suppliers or look overseas. It is rarely a purely commercial decision, timing, risk and confidence all play a role. Offshore suppliers may seem appealing for lower unit costs and capacity, but when you...
Teamwork, Fun, and a Few Puzzles Along the Way! Last Friday, after our usual early finish, the Dean Group team reunited in Manchester for an evening of team building and fun at 'Breakout Manchester'! It was a great opportunity for everyone to relax and enjoy time together outside of work,...
This Week Dean Group International were delighted to attend the 'Year 10' Work Experience Assembly at Irlam Academy. Our Managing Director Pulkit Ahuja was invited to present and speak to students and their parents about the work experience opportunities available within our foundry. As a long-standing partner of Irlam Academy, we’re proud to support...
A closer look at the progress, challenges, and future of sustainable investment casting. Sustainability is no longer a “nice to have” in manufacturing - it’s a baseline expectation. Customers, regulators, and industries are all asking harder questions of metal casting foundries about how components are made, what resources are used,...
The railway industry has long been an integral part of Britain's transport network, dating back to 1825. Now, in 2025, exactly 200 years later, modern commuters are rightfully demanding more efficient, safe, and sustainable railways and as such, the manufacturing processes for key components have had to evolve. At Dean...
Celebrating 30 Years of Service – Congratulations to Mark English! At Dean Group International, we’re proud to celebrate the incredible achievements of our team—and few milestones are as special as this one. Last month, we had the honour of recognising Mark English for reaching an outstanding 30 years of continuous...
As our company continues to grow and evolve, we’re excited to share some important team updates —full of new beginnings and a heartfelt goodbye. New Team Members First, we’re thrilled to have more recently welcomed four new team members to the business! Jatinder Singh (Sales Manager), Maria Serna-Ruiz (Estimating Engineer),...
3D rapid prototyping is an excellent tool for project managers who need a cost-effective way of reviewing test designs before committing to bulk manufacturing. This way, product and machine designers are able to stay ahead of their competition by bringing innovative ideas to market faster and within budget. But does...
The recent successful establishment of the Labour government is a sign of significant change for our country. After all the destabilising events, such as economics, the pandemic, and conflicts we’ve successfully withstood over the last few years, we at Dean Group International are excited to see what the future holds...
Metal casting is an essential part of the UK’s manufacturing pipeline and fulfils a vital role in the creation of an infinite number of products and machines. While this form of manufacturing has existed for centuries, we at Dean Group International have been a contributing foundry for over half a...
The manufacturing industry in the UK is constantly updating and growing, and the main area that's leading the way is the inclusion of 3D printing for rapid prototyping. This amazing tool is incredibly popular for the development of ideas before committing to more costly manufacturing, but even this new system...
With the versatility of processes such as investment and die casting, there is an immense number of applications for cast components in the rail sector. Whether it’s the construction of the vehicles themselves or the infrastructure they use, you’ll find cast or forged parts in almost every part of the...
