Whether you're a seasoned foundry veteran, a weekend warrior pouring metal in your backyard, or an aspiring entrepreneur with dreams of breaking out on your own, Foundry Talk is your crucible of knowledge. Join our hosts, Nate McLain and Perry Merritt, as they dive deep into the heart of the metal casting industry. Looking for a new career, a foundry might be just the place for you.
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Whether you're a seasoned foundry veteran, a weekend warrior pouring metal in your backyard, or an aspiring entrepreneur with dreams of breaking out on your own, Foundry Talk is your crucible of knowledge. Join our hosts, Nate McLain and Perry Merritt, as they dive deep into the heart of the metal casting industry. Looking for a new career, a foundry might be just the place for you.
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March 23, 2026
Foundry Talk S2E4 Jim Gauldin of Palmer Manufacturing
<p>Join hosts Perry Merritt and Nate McLain on the Foundry Talk podcast for a lively conversation with Jim Gauldin, President of Palmer Manufacturing.</p><p>Jim traces Palmer’s roots back to a small evening foundry run by Jack Palmer and his father, where building their own sand mixer for speed led to an unexpected sale that sparked a full equipment-manufacturing business.</p><p>The discussion highlights Palmer’s innovative Flip Mold Machine (FMM), a compact all-in-one rollover/carousel design that boosts production cadence, saves floor space, and reduces operator fatigue—with growing installations and strong customer feedback.</p><p>They explore Palmer’s diversification into rail traction sand systems, golf course sand reclamation, and more. The conversation dives into Foundry 4.0—predictive sensors, data connectivity, AI possibilities, cybersecurity concerns, and the real challenges of adoption in small-to-large foundries.</p><p>Heartfelt stories celebrate the larger-than-life Jack Palmer—his creativity (including casting his own face in aluminum), boundless energy, and enduring legacy.</p><p>A great listen for anyone in metal casting interested in practical innovation, equipment evolution, and the future of the industry.</p><p>Listen now and visit https://palmermfg.com/ for videos, equipment details, and Simple Solutions That Work magazine.</p><p>#podcast #foundry #manufacturing #smallbusiness</p>
March 9, 2026
Foundry Talk S2E3 with Rick Buellesfeld of Sooner State Pattern Works
<p>Nate frequently says foundry people are "the salt of the earth," and this episode's guest certainly fits the bill. Join us as we sit down with Rick Buellesfeld, owner and operator of Sooner State Pattern Works in Blackwell, Oklahoma. Rick shares the story of founding his pattern-making business on New Year's Day 1989 after purchasing a shop, growing it from a small team to a dedicated crew of about eight, including family members like his son Randy (shop manager) and daughter Gayle (office manager). He reflects on the evolution from traditional manual layout work to embracing CNC machining since the early 1990s, tackling complex patterns for sand casting, investment casting, hydraulic components, impellers, diffusers, and even plastic injection molds. The conversation covers industry challenges like shrink variations, foundry-specific rigging, foreign competition, employee ideas and retention, the value of quality control, and the pride in building durable, precise tools that foundries and end-users rely on—delivering insights into the heart of American pattern-making and metal casting. #podcast #foundry #manufacturing #smallbusiness#podcast #foundry #manufacturing #smallbusiness</p>
February 23, 2026
Foundry Talk S2E2 with with Dave Schmidt of Finite Solutions
<p>In this episode of Foundry Talk, hosts Nate McLain and Perry Merritt chat with Dave Schmidt, VP of Finite Solutions Incorporated, about metal casting simulation software. Dave shares the company's history since 1985, debunking misconceptions (yes, it works!), and demos flow/solidification analysis to predict defects, optimize rigging, and improve yields.</p><p>They explore real-world examples like turbulent fills, bottom gating issues, and how simulation aids robust processes—essential for modern foundries. Tips on using tools like SOLIDCast, plus contract services for those without in-house expertise.</p><p>Contact: dave@finitesolutions.com or (262) 644-0785. Visit finitesolutions.com for more.#podcast #foundry #manufacturing #smallbusiness</p>
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