Arming You For Success
Charter Casting is a trusted partner and supplier of complex cast solutions to mission-critical defense applications. Specializing in advanced cast iron applications including castings and continuous-cast iron bar, our proprietary material science expertise delivers superior control, fatigue strength, and consistency compared to alternative materials—enhancing military readiness and operational effectiveness.
With a robust domestic supply chain, streamlined logistics, and an agile, solutions driven approach, Charter Casting ensures rapid response to evolving defense needs. Our proven track record includes supporting key DoD programs such as the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV), 155MM Ammunition, and aircraft delivered training ordnance. We are committed to delivering precision, consistency, and excellence to meet the stringent requirements of the U.S. Military.
Partner with Charter Casting for advanced casting solutions engineered to support national defense objectives.
Defense & Munitions Capabilities
Domestic Impact & Experience
- Made in USA - Midwest location supports streamlined logistics
- Sourcing reliability - easier transportation, lower freight costs, hands-on support
- 600 employees across locations in six states
- 20 years of trusted technical collaboration on projectiles
- Customer Highlights: Allied Mechanical, Northrop Grumman, AM General, Oshkosh Defense, Air Force (AMW), Navy (AMW)
Differentiators
- Proprietary material science delivers improved control, fatigue strength & consistent quality
- Largest green sand molding line in North America
- Only domestic producer of continuous cast-iron bar
- Leading provider of large, complex iron castings
- Respected for solutions mindset, collaboration and partnership
Casting & Iron Bar Benefits
- Proprietary and standard grades of ductile, ADI, gray and other iron chemistries to meet a variety of engineering objectives & specifications
- Casting approach provides opportunity for engineering innovation compared to forging
What Makes Iron Superior to Steel?
- More cost effective without losing performance characteristics
- More machinable allowing for lower cost and more repeatable production
- Consistent and homogenous metallurgy delivers improved performance
- Higher dimensional accuracy, consistency and reduced warping/cracking potential
- Higher manufacturing productivity delivers increased capacity, production speed & cost efficiency
Vital Company Information
Entity: Aarrowcast, Inc.
UEI: SKVPXK3AXAK2
CAGE Code: 10BF3
D-U-N-S Code Aarrowcast: 55-710-3520
Year Incorporated: 1985
State Incorporated: Wisconsin
Regions Served: North America
NAICS Codes:
- 331511: Iron castings, foundries (including ductile iron)
- 332993: Ammunition (except Small Arms) manufacturing
- 332994: Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing
- 336992: Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing
Contact Us Today
Looking for reliable cast iron and metal solutions?
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Primary Point of Contact
for Government Business
Joe Bittorf
Vice President Sales & Marketing - Defense & Munitions
Email: bittorfj@charteraarrowcast.com
Office: 815-206-7017
Mobile: 414-265-6693
Business Address: 2900 E. Richmond ST, Shawano, Wisconsin 54166 United States
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