The Challenge: Scaling Precision Without Sacrificing Uptime
Clow Valve needed to meet growing demand while upholding the tight tolerances and durability expected of its components. But traditional systems posed real barriers: long changeovers, inconsistent core quality, and sand contamination in guiding zones — undermining both efficiency and consistency.
They needed speed, precision, cleanliness — and above all, reliability.
The Solution: A Smarter, Cleaner, Fully Adaptable Core Making System
Loramendi and Clow Valve worked side by side to implement a fully integrated, turnkey solution — more than a machine, a transformation:
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A fully automated core making process, from tooling insertion to ejection.
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Quick change tooling adaptable to both horizontal and vertical core boxes, with 100% automation and no manual interventions.
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Smart head and mesh change systems for seamless adaptation to different part sizes and geometries.
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Non-fluidized core shooting technology, achieving optimal compaction with outstanding process stability.
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Smart sand plant with multi-recipe capability, enabling automatic and intelligent connection with the core shooters. It ensures the best mixing quality on the market through high-precision binder dosing (±0.5%) and offers efficient process control for consistent core quality.
Clean by Design: Where Maintenance Meets Precision
From day one, Clow Valve’s team noticed the difference. The system didn’t just perform — it stayed clean and efficient, cycle after cycle:
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A dedicated blow plate cleaning system allowed access to nozzles without interrupting production.
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An integrated sand cleaning system that removes residual sand without dispersing it over the guiding components — protecting them from wear and setting a clear distinction from conventional designs.
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A vertical box cleaning station, ergonomically designed, gave full access to the tooling and included integrated filters — streamlining maintenance like never before.
The Result: More Than Performance — Peace of Mind
Clow Valve didn’t just achieve higher productivity — it gained:
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Stability in every shift.
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Confidence in every core.
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A solution built for growth.
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Maintenance cycles dropped.
A Partnership Forged in Real-World Results
This is what Loramendi calls “engineering with purpose.”
By deeply understanding its partner’s environment and adapting every feature to real operational needs, Loramendi didn’t just deliver a machine — it delivered transformation.
Because today, success isn’t about specs. It’s about solving real problems, with real results, for real companies.
A Milestone Event: CastExpo 2025
This story took center stage at CastExpo 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia, where Loramendi shared the results of its collaboration with Clow Valve as a clear example of purpose-driven innovation. The event also marked a special milestone: more than 30 years of Loramendi Inc. supporting customers across North America. It was the perfect setting to connect with industry professionals, showcase real-world solutions, and reinforce Loramendi’s presence as a global leader in core making technology.
