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Lawton Novi

Facility TypeFoundry
Casting CapabilitiesSteel castings 2 – 5,500 pounds

About Lawton Novi

Lawton Novi specializes in high-performance steel and alloy castings for the most demanding wear- and heat-resistant applications. Our Novi, Michigan, location serves industries including metal processing, energy, and heavy equipment.

Capabilities Overview

Metals & Alloys

  • Heat‑resistant alloys

  • Corrosion‑resistant alloys

  • Abrasion‑resistant steels

  • Stainless & superalloys

  • Carbon and low‑alloy steels

Casting Processes

  • Phenolic urethane no‑bake sand molding

  • Shell molding

  • Ceramic molding

  • Precision induction melting with rigorous chemistry control

Engineering & Support

  • Design & prototyping

  • Solidification modeling and CAD support

  • In‑house pattern shop

  • Metrology and spectrographic lab for quality assurance

Machining & Value‑Added Services

  • Precision CNC machining

  • Custom cut‑to‑print components

  • Hard‑facing and protective coatings (where applicable)

  • Consignment and stocking programs

Industries we Serve

Cement manufacturing plants

  • Thimbles
  • Nose rings
  • Air cannons
  • Grate plates
  • Drag chains

Aerospace

  • Isothermal forging dies
  • Composite/lay-up tooling

Pump and valve

  • Casings
  • Volutes
  • Bodies
  • Impellers
  • Back covers

Paper mills

  • Discharge grates
  • Alligator castings

Mining and iron ore manufacturers

  • Pelletizing grates
  • Blankets
  • Feed chutes
  • Rotary cooler castings
  • Stripper castings

Heat treating and forging

Heat treating

  • Trays
  • Posts
  • Pins

Forging

  • Trays
  • Open die / closed die tooling
  • Curb castings
  • Furnace hardware

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Dragline chain solutions

Lawton Novi provides heavy‑duty dragline chains engineered for cement, surface mining, and other demanding industrial environments. These chains are precision-cast and designed to deliver strength, durability, and a long service life.

Key offerings include:

  • Designed for your exact high‑load, abrasive applications

  • Custom chain assemblies with hard‑faced materials for extended life

  • Tailored solutions for mining, cement, and heavy equipment operations

  • Value‑added engineering support to match chain design to application needs

Why Lawton Novi?

Located in Novi, Michigan, this facility has built a reputation as a trusted source for heat-, corrosion-, and abrasion-resistant castings. Formerly known as Temperform, this foundry joined The Lawton Standard Co. in 2020 to strengthen its capabilities and expand its reach, while continuing its legacy of precision, speed, and service.

We deliver custom-engineered castings to industries where performance matters most. From high-alloy steel to value-added services, Lawton Novi is equipped with the expertise, equipment, and quality systems needed to support your most demanding projects.

Why choose Lawton Novi?

  • Punctual delivery – We meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.

  • Smart technology – Automation and advanced molding systems reduce errors and waste.

  • Certified quality – On-site metrology and spectrographic labs ensure accuracy and consistency.

  • Material expertise – Specializing in high-performance alloys for extreme applications.

  • Integrated network – As part of Lawton Standard, Novi clients benefit from national resources, shared systems, and multi-site engineering.

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