As detailed by FlexTrades in their article “The History of: Manufacturing – Foundries,” the foundry industry has played a crucial role in technological progress, dating back to ancient civilizations. Foundries, often considered the birthplace of metallurgy, have been instrumental in producing essential tools, weapons, and industrial components.
The earliest known metal casting processes emerged around 4000 BCE in Mesopotamia, where early metalworkers melted copper and poured it into molds to create tools and decorative objects. The Bronze Age (3000 BCE) introduced the widespread use of bronze, an alloy of copper and tin, leading to significant advancements in weaponry and craftsmanship. By 600 BCE, the Chinese had pioneered iron casting techniques, pushing metallurgy even further.
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