ABOUT Great Lakes Castings

At Great Lakes Castings, we’ve specialized in high-quality gray and ductile iron foundry solutions for over 79 years. Founded in1945 in Ludington, Michigan, our company has grown from a small local foundry into an industry-leading partner for some of the biggest names in automotive, agricultural, construction, and more.

Our Mission & Values

At Great Lakes Castings, we exist to provide opportunities for families and serve our community for current and future generations, guided by our commitment to getting things done, dedication, accountability, teamwork, and curiosity. Through these values, we deliver solutions that strengthen lives, empower growth, and build a brighter future for everyone we serve.

Get Things Done: Results driven and acts with a sense of urgency.
Dedicated: Follows through on commitments, acts in the best interest of GLC, and goes above and beyond.
Accountable: Takes ownership, acknowledges mistakes and solves problems.
Team Player: Approachable, works well with others, helpful throughout the organization.
Curious: Desire to learn, grow and find a better way.

Capabilities & Expertise

Our 160,000 square foot foundry is located on 26 acres in the city of Ludington, Michigan, and has had several significant expansions over the past few years allowing us to be an industry leader in technology, safety, and environmental protection. One of our most significant expansions was a 26,500 square foot facility built to house a 2013B Disamatic molding machine.

A finishing facility was established in Holland, Michigan in 2004. Our iron foundry produces quality ferrous and gray iron castings serving many different industries and applications. While Great Lakes Castings specializes in gray iron and ductile iron castings, our markets include Heating and Air Conditioning, Automotive Aftermarket, Compressors, Construction, Agriculture, Pumps, Refrigeration, and Valves.

Commitment to Excellence

Beyond high-quality products, we’re deeply committed to the well-being of our workforce, our community, and our environment. We regularly train our team on safety best practices and continuously update our processes to minimize waste and reduce our carbon footprint. Our dedication to sustainability or community initiatives reflects our long-standing tradition of doing business the right way.

Why Partner With Us?

Decades of Proven Experience

Trusted across all manufacturing industries for quality castings and superior support.

Customized Solutions

Tailored services to match your exact specifications and business needs, including ductile iron and improvement services.

Strong Customer Service

Our specialized team is always ready to answer questions, offer guidance, and provide prompt technical assistance.

Reliable Turnaround

Strict adherence to timelines keeps your production cycle on track.

Let us help you achieve your production goals with confidence.

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