Rheocasting is not a substitute for Die-Casting, but a Strategic Extension

We’re excited to share that EUROGUSS 365 has published the second part of an interview with Fabian Niklas on Rheocasting:

Link to the interview: https://www.euroguss.de/en/euroguss-365/2026/03/interview-fabian-niklas-rheocasting-part2

In this second part of the interview, we go deeper into the reasons why Rheocasting has long remained underused in industry:

• Why conventional die casting was often considered “good enough” for many applications
  

   

• Why stable process control and robust slurry preparation were major barriers for series production
  

   

• Why market adoption is often slowed by a chicken-and-egg problem between foundries and OEMs

We also discuss a point that is often overlooked, which is why rheocasting should not be seen as a substitute for die-casting, but as a strategic extension that enables better products, new applications, and higher-margin business.

For foundries and OEMs alike, the key question is not whether rheocasting can imitate an existing die-cast part, but where it creates a real technical and economic advantage.

A worthwhile read for anyone working on casting strategy, new applications, or the future of die casting production.

Learn more in the interview on the Euroguss site. For additional questions, just schedule a Free Consultation Call down below.