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  Omega Sinto, a global foundry equipment manufacturer, proudly holds ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 accreditations - showcasing our commitment to quality and safety. This article explores the distinctions between ISO 45001 and ISO 9001 and outlines the specific benefits these certifications bring to Omega Sinto.   What is the difference between ISO 45001 and ISO 9001? Understanding the differences between ISO 45001...

Preventative maintenance for foundries is vital to reduce machine downtime and maintain a consistent level of production – especially over the Christmas period, where repair and assistance is extremely limited. Finding a reliable maintenance and technical assistance provider with the capability to service your plant at regular intervals throughout the working year is the key to prevent machine breakdown. Omega Sinto are well-equipped...

Omega Sinto are a foundry equipment manufacturer with a difference – we support your foundry plant from the moment you receive your quotation. Since 1984, we have sought to combine our global reach with a local presence in order to provide a comprehensive foundry service that extends beyond installation. In our previous article - ‘Quotation to Installation: The process of providing a long-lasting solution for your foundry’...

Formed in 1984, Omega Sinto have continuously sought to form a reputation as a reliable manufacturer of chemically-bonded sand equipment across the globe. We offer a variety of equipment that can be adapted and installed based on the specific requirements of your foundry – making our services a completely specialised process. At Omega Sinto, we are incredibly proud of our comprehensive range of equipment – but it isn’t all...

At Omega Sinto, we pride ourselves on delivering sand reclamation plant equipment that aims to recover 95% of your used sand for reuse – working as a cost-effective and sustainable solution for sand foundry operations.  In our previous article - ‘Sand reclamation: the essentials and its benefits’ – we discussed processes of recycling foundry sand and the essential equipment needed to repurpose waste foundry sand...

The Society of Foundries of Slovenia brings together foundries and other experts who are interested in foundry. It also enrolls interested companies and individuals from abroad. The primary objective is professional education by organising consultations, seminars, lectures, study trips, as well as publishing the central professional newsletter Livarski vestnik and the transmission of professional literature. It also publishes the Anthology of...

FOR THE ATTENTION OF CUSTOMERS OF ‘EPC’ (ENTERPISE PIERRE CACHOT) FOR OMEGA SINTO FOUNDRY MACHINERY LTD EQUIPMENT   PLEASE NOTE THAT WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT THE ABOVE PARTY WILL NOT BE REPRESENTING OMEGA SINTO IN THE FRENCH MARKET PLACE. THIS IS AN UNFORTUNATE SITUATION BUT ONE THAT HAS BEEN NECESSARY TO TAKE.   OMEGA SINTO VALUES THE RELATIONSHIP WITH OUR CUSTOMERS VERY HIGHLY, AND TO ENSURE THAT THE...

The prestigious award is to recognise one’s contribution to the industry.  Pictured here is Martin Dudley, Senior Vice President handing Mark Fenyes his medal. To know more about the incredible support the ICME offer the foundry industry, please visit their website https://www.icme.org.uk/about

The exhibition was attended by 63,300 visitors from 114 countries, with 69% travelling from abroad, 58% of them being decision-makers. The Omega Teams were impressed with the interest shown by visitors in the machines on display, as well as the 3D model display which featured a complete line. We would like to extend a huge thank you to our colleagues, staff, customers and new visitors alike for their support. Keep in touch via our...

ICME is the Institute of Cast Metals Engineers, the Institute for all individuals involved in the cast metals, foundry and patternmaking industry and associated supply chain. Their members include foundry workers, design engineers, metallurgists, moulders, patternmakers, CAD technicians, methods engineers, researchers, students and suppliers to the industry. The aim of the institute is to bring together people from all sectors and levels, to...

Contact our Teams to discuss finance options. We have successfully completed projects on finance and we strive to support our customers. This is subject to application.   Omega Sinto offers a comprehensive range of foundry equipment from sand mixing, sand reclamation, mould handling solutions, Foundry Vacuum, bespoke foundry solutions and turn-key projects across the world.  Building foundry machines to last for almost 40...

Foundry Equipment and Supplies Association, FESA was founded in 1925 at the height of the foundry industries development in Great Britain. Its principal goal was to bring together suppliers of products and equipment who could support the foundry industry in the UK to be the most advanced in the world. FESA members developed technology in materials and equipment to ensure that the UK foundry sector was the best in the world. More info...

Having demonstrated a clear  commitment to energy saving technology and environmental responsibilities in the design of its chemically bonded sand equipment, Omega Sinto Foundry Machinery Ltd has now installed solar PV panels to the roof of its Peterborough (UK) headquarters as part of the company's ongoing bid to improve internal housekeeping.   The 144-panel system is expected to generate 55,833kWh/per year, resulting in...

We celebrated academic success in October when Lisa, Business Administrator at Omega Sinto Foundry Machinery Ltd  achieved her Level 3 Business & Law Certificate at Collage with a Distinction. Lisa was also nominated for Business & Law Apprentice of the Year at the Peterborough Telegraph Apprenticeship Awards. All the Omega Sinto Team is very proud of Lisa’s achievements and we would like to congratulate her on her...

We all love a success story and this one ticks all the boxes! Finecast is the UK’s industry leader in high-precision sand casting manufacturing and they came to Omega Sinto to explore new advancements in sand casting technology and we delivered! If you would like to know more about this project please follow this link which will give you the full details and if you would like to know more about the foundry solutions we have to...

We have teamed up with Leussink in Australia and they will be representing Omega Sinto Foundry Machinery Ltd in Australia & New Zealand. Have a look at their website and get in touch with them if you need any information on our products, or services.   www.leussink.com.au

Dragon boat racing is the fastest growing water activity in Britain today. Up to 10 people paddle each 30’ boat with a drummer at the front beating time and our helm at the tail steering a straight course. No previous experience is required, just plenty of team spirit!  The 22nd Peterborough Dragon Boat Festival in aid of Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice and place on Saturday 11th June 2022 at...

If you don't already follow us on our social media channels, it is possible you are missing out! 1500 followers on LinkedIn today alongside the ones on Twitter and YouTube connect with us daily via our channels. Here are some quick links. We are very active and welcome your questions or simply saying...

All employees enjoyed a delightful afternoon tea party in the sunshine at our Headquarters in Peterborough celebrating The Queen's Platinum Jubilee.  In 2022, Her Majesty The Queen becomes the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee after 70 years of service. 

  We are very pleased to announce that we have teamed up with INDEFUNSA,S.A.L. to represent them in the U.K. If you want to know more about their great line of products please contact Sam Garner sa[email protected]  #foundrysolutions https://lnkd.in/dqhjaN99

PORTABLE, COMPACT & POWERFUL    The Omega Foundry Vac is the latest product to join the Omega equipment portofolio. This is the perfect foundry accessory with a suction conveying unit suitable­ for­ most­ sands, shot,­ powders,­ granular­ products and metal slag. The Vac handles up to 10 tonnes per ­hour ­of ­dry ­sand, based on 10 metre ­hose ­with ­bulk densities ­of...

At Omega Sinto Foundry Machinery Ltd, we use our wealth of experience to answer some of the often-asked questions on the foundry industry, foundry equipment and the processes involved. Read on to discover more about the various types of foundry, and how they differ. What are the foundry types? Sand casting utilises sand moulds to create metal castings, which form integral parts of vital machinery that is relied upon by over 80% of...

Omega Sinto employees have collected 3 boxes full of books, Lego sets, fidget toys and colouring pencils for the children staying on the Amazon Ward at the Peterborough City Hospital over Christmas. This should hopefully bring some joy to the unfortunate children who have to spend their Christams in hospital.    

At Omega Sinto, we have almost 40 years of experience in the foundry equipment manufacturing industry, specialising in chemically bonded mould production equipment. We have a large variety of products, including sand mixers, mould handling equipment, core making machines, shakeouts, sand reclamation plants, and coating plants. Sand reclamation is thus an integral part of our manufacturing process; but what is it, and why is it so important? Our...

19-21 October 2021 is the date we met again with new and existing customers during the International Fair held in Kielce, Poland. Together with our partner in Poland, Eurocast Industries, we were able to welcome partners and customers.This was a great opportunity to showcase our latest products and services and connect with our audience in person.  For information please contact our Sales Team at [email protected] 

The Spares Team here at Omega Sinto have been working hard to bring our customers a state of the art service for ordering Omega spare parts. A simple easy to use ordering service is due to be launched soon. We are welcoming exisitng and new customers to get in touch at [email protected] for more information on the benefits to be had.  

Find answers to some of our popular questions on foundry equipment and processes here, and get in touch today. What are the types of foundry? Generally, sand foundries are categorised as one of two types: ferrous (dealing with iron or iron-based metals like steel), and non-ferrous (other types of metals like aluminium).  This is the primary category as it has the most impact on the equipment and methods used in the casting...

Growing as a business is about continuous adaptation. We are constantly adapting and making adjustments and improvements. This time, a very practical approach with our new 10 Tonne Gantry Crane Integrated Load cell with digital display and wireless remote control addition to our Peterbough workshop in the United Kingdom.   This will give us much more flexibility in that bay for larger machines both in building and loading.

We are proud to work with successful companies such as our customer Aquasub Engineering, located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India. They have a long term investment strategy for their foundry operations. Having invested in recent years in no-bake moulding as well as mechanical and thermal reclamation with Omega Sinto, the latest addition is a hot coating plant for resin coated sand with a two tonne per hour capacity. Despite the pandemic, our...

Throughout the pandemic Omega Sinto adapted day by day to the changes, restrictions, limitations and requirements in order to keep the high standards their customers have been used to. Omega Sinto teams across the world have proved resilient and determined to continue providing the best service.   Changes and policies were set in place, rigorous assessments and new systems were introduced to the business in order to adapt safely and...

For organisations that are serious about improving employee safety, reducing workplace risks and creating better, safer working conditions, there’s ISO 45001. According to the International Labour Organisation, more than 7 600 people die from work-related accidents or diseases every single day. That’s why an ISO committee of occupational health & safety experts set to work to develop an...

Despite the challenges of the pandemic, AIA Engineering based in Ahmedabad/Gujarat in India continue with their latest expansion and greenfield site development of a new foundry. A “Pooja” ceremony  was held after the  Omega Sinto shakeout was placed in position. Once complete the foundry will consist of a fully integrated box-less moulding line, capable of producing 4 moulds per hour with a maximum size of 3.2m long x...