In view of the current economic challenges, Prof. Kallien emphasized the importance of openness for innovation and investment. The event featured exciting technical presentations that provided valuable impetus for the industry. Traditionally, the highlight of the colloquium was the foundry evening at the Foundry Institute, which provided a relaxed atmosphere and intensive networking.
Technical presentations and contributions
• Measures for increasing energy and resource efficiency in a medium-sized hand-molding foundry
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Dierk Hartmann, University of Applied Sciences, Kempten
Increasing efficiency in production was the central topic, with a focus on the sustainable use of resources.
• Isothermal melting using electric immersion heaters
B. Eng. Denis Babojelic, Lethiguel GmbH, Frankfurt a.M.
An innovative technology for optimizing melting processes through precise temperature control.
• The current challenges of a medium-sized foundry in Germany
Dipl.-Ing. Andreas Weidler, Eisenmann Druckguss
An analysis of the economic and regulatory obstacles and potential solutions.
• Innovative measuring technology for Gigacasting plants
Dipl.-Ing. Uwe Gauermann, Electronics GmbH, Neuhausen auf den Fildern
Presentation of new measuring technologies for quality improvement in the production of large components.
• 50th anniversary of Barbara celebration at Aalen University
Prof. Dr. Dr. Friedrich Klein
A historical retrospective and the significance of this event for the foundry industry.
