We've introduced a new colour coded system to help you when ordering castings. It is not possible to have all castings in stock at all times.
The idea is each model is labelled with a colour and the colour indicates the general availability of castings.
These models are our most popular and we try to have these castings in stock at all times. If we have run out of stock the relevant patterns are sent to the foundry at the earliest opportunity as a matter of course. 90% of castings are ex-stock or delivery is imminent.
These models are fairly popular. If any of these castings are not in stock we intend to pull the relevant patterns and use them to make up the orders for the foundries. We intend to send as many of these patterns to the foundry each time however if the order is already substantial some of these patterns may have to wait until the next order. 75% of castings are ex-stock. Any patterns not yet at the foundry we estimate to be 6-8 weeks lead time
These models are not as popular. Whilst we currently have some of these castings in stock any castings not currently in stock will only be ordered on receipt of an order. For these models, we would ensure 2 sets of castings are purchased each time the patterns are sent to the foundry. This would mean we would then have a set 'off the shelf'. 60% of castings are ex-stock. Any patterns not yet at the foundry we estimate to be 6-8 weeks lead time
These models are usually 'to order only' Whilst we currently have some of these castings in stock any castings not currently in stock will only be ordered on receipt of an order. We will only order the required number to fulfil an confirmed order. 30% of castings are ex-stock. Patterns not yet at the foundry we estimate to be 6-8 weeks lead time
If you have any questions please ask. This feature in intended to give you an indication as to the availability of castings. If you placed an order and the casting is not currently in stock we ensure the pattern is sent to the foundry at the earliest opportunity regardless of its colour coding. We always strive to deliver the castings sooner than the 6-8 week lead times. This is often dependent on timing of the order placed and holidays.
