Most of the systems are assembled at KUKA in Augsburg, commissioned and then delivered to the customer. On an area of about 14,000 square meters, underbody 1 and 2 including associated subassemblies will be implemented. Process technologies such as resistance spot welding, bonding, nut and stud welding are carried out in the 15 modular production lines. Among other things, so-called KUKA Rack Changer are used to supply the car body components to the production line. Together into an...

PEP SET systems are appreciated by many foundries for their processing properties, very good casting results and high productivity. With the newly developed PEP SET SILVER, ASK Chemicals is now expanding its product range in the field of polyurethane no-bake technology with a new generation of PEP SET binders which allows a reduction of phenol and formaldehyde emissions without having to give up the advantages of casting technology.  With the help of a new, cutting-edge production process, ASK...

The corona pandemic is affecting industry worldwide, with most events and trade shows canceled this year. Metal Metallurgy China 2020 is now taking place in Shanghai, and LORAMENDI Aurrenak is one of the few exhibitors from Europe that we will see here. What are your expectations of this event in this situation? What is the feeling in the Chinese industry and market at the moment? Rubén Ezquerro: Well, after the strange start of 2020, from Loramendi & Aurrenak Group, we evaluate the global...

As everybody knows, the beginning of a new year is traditionally the time to evaluate the past year’s performance with its successful goals and the negative points, if there are any. For the Italian company O.M.LER s.r.l., 2020 was a challenging year: the first months were very successful because of good business results all over the world, but then the Covid-19 pandemic changed the situation - as it did in many companies in Europe. Despite the difficulties, no one at O.M.LER s.r.l. has...

After the expansion of the company and the move to Igling, Erdwich succeeded in recruiting an internationally renowned recycling expert for the company.  Since September 2019, Mr Peter Wohlfahrt is responsible for the global business development. „My goal at Erdwich is to build up a working global network of dealers and service partners capable of handling and solving complex problems on their own. In addition, I try to open up new markets for our facilities in which we can gain a foothold with...

Ajax TOCCO Magnethermic (ATM) announces the promotion of Donald Gibeaut to “Manager Tubular Products.” Don has worked in the induction industry for over 36 years and has achieved great success in the pipe and tube markets.In his new position, Don will work with all ATM brands to promote and increase market share in the tubular industry including Heat Treat, Quench and Temper lines, Emmedi welders, coating systems and all other associated tubular processing products.Don has a background in...

Software developed specifically for the cast metal industry Iron Foundry ERP Software    Steel Sand Foundry ERP SoftwareCentrifugal Casters ERP SoftwareAluminum Sand Foundry (Aluminium) ERP SoftwareDiecasting (Pressure Diecaster) ERP SoftwareGravity Diecasting (Permanent Molder) ERP SoftwarePrecision Moulder (Precision Molder) ERP SoftwareInvestment Casting ERP SoftwareLoss Wax & Lost Foam Casting ERP Software Say goodbye to spreadsheets and fragmented ageing systemsA fully integrated,...

Foseco VAPEX FOSLOW is a new system that allows for changes in nozzle diameter, even in a full ladle. VAPEX FOSFLOW alumina graphite nozzles use both carbon and ceramic bond technology. The combination of the two bonding systems provide unique beneficial properties for steel foundry ladle applications. The system contains a BASE NOZZLE which remains in the refractory bottom of the ladle and an interchangeable POURING NOZZLE with possible different inner diameters. This POURING NOZZLE can be...

Metal consumer goods are the world record holders of the recycling economy. Refounding turns steel and aluminium scrap into high-quality secondary raw materials. Recycling has a positive impact on the environment and conserves natural raw material resources. The resource and energy efficient use of scrap in foundries and steel mills is a significant topic in metallurgical plant engineering. Exhibitors will present trends and developments at METEC and GIFA as well as NEWCAST and THERMPROCESS at...

The corona pandemic is affecting industry worldwide, with most events and trade shows canceled this year. Metal Metallurgy China 2020 is now taking place in Shanghai, and LORAMENDI Aurrenak is one of the few exhibitors from Europe that we will see here. What are your expectations of this event in this situation? What is the feeling in the Chinese industry and market at the moment? Rubén Ezquerro: Well, after the strange start of 2020, from Loramendi & Aurrenak Group, we evaluate the global...

At the renowned tool and mold maker KRÄMER + GREBE GmbH & Co.KG from Biedenkopf-Wallau, more and more die casting molds for lightweight construction and drive components for electric vehicles are being delivered to customers in the foundries. Using the example of a recently delivered tool, we asked the experts at K + G, Fabian Schuetz (Sales) and Roberto Di Giulio (Head of Technical Sales) about the current situation, the tool, and the future of suppliers in the foundry industry: How noticeable...

Baoshan Iron & Steel adds two extra Wheelabrator HB strip descaling machines Both HB-2x4/1601-100 strip descaling shot blast machines will be delivered in September 2021 and will play a vital role in Bao Steel’s cutting-edge, Shanghai-based silicon steel project.  Each machine will feature eight sets of U-105 blast wheels, giving a total of 16 sets of blast wheels. High performance descaling for strip steel “We are delighted to announce this latest contract with Bao Steel and were honoured to...

Foseco VAPEX FOSLOW is a new system that allows for changes in nozzle diameter, even in a full ladle. VAPEX FOSFLOW alumina graphite nozzles use both carbon and ceramic bond technology. The combination of the two bonding systems provide unique beneficial properties for steel foundry ladle applications. The system contains a BASE NOZZLE which remains in the refractory bottom of the ladle and an interchangeable POURING NOZZLE with possible different inner diameters. This POURING NOZZLE can be...

A message from Dominik Baumgartner, Fondarex CEO Initially established as a HPDC foundry in Montreux, Switzerland in 1946, for over 30 years the company produced high-quality castings for the automotive and household appliances industries with half a dozen die casting machines. In 1952, the first vacuum system was developed in-house for its foundry, aiming at optimizing the quality of the parts. During the last 45 years, the company has continuously expanded – not only in connection with its...

by Wolfgang Ernst (datec GmbH), January 2021 A comprehensive renewal of the PLC control, the power unit and also the measurement technology resulted in significant improvements in the sand processing of the Dutch Aluminum Gieterij Oldenzaal in Oldenzaal, near the German border. “Our controls were getting on in years and individual devices were no longer working properly. We had to act. ”Danny Vreriks, Process Engineer and Planner, explained the investment measure. “A repair was no longer...

Foseco VAPEX FOSLOW is a new system that allows for changes in nozzle diameter, even in a full ladle. VAPEX FOSFLOW alumina graphite nozzles use both carbon and ceramic bond technology. The combination of the two bonding systems provide unique beneficial properties for steel foundry ladle applications. The system contains a BASE NOZZLE which remains in the refractory bottom of the ladle and an interchangeable POURING NOZZLE with possible different inner diameters. This POURING NOZZLE can be...

Poor die coating service life leads to reduced productivity and increases the risk of rejects due to poor casting surface quality. Foseco’s new range of DYCOTE SAFEGUARD die coatings have been developed specifically to maximise the service life and maintain surface quality for critical aluminium components such as aluminium wheels and cylinder heads. DYCOTE SAFEGUARD products are nano-ceramic coatings designed to be applied on top of existing insulating DYCOTE base coatings, and have been...

In 1981 IDEAL MODEL built up their business with pattern production for foundries. Growing with the demands of their customers they added a wide range foundry equipment, consultancy and all services you can expect. Until today, IDEAL MODEL serves its customers with more than equipment - it also provides the knowledge of an experienced business. Together with partners from Europe and China, they support the industry with diverse solutions, successfully providing foundry solutions to customers in...

In 2016, CR designed the DecaEdge™ cast lip, which was designed to fit large mining wheel loaders. CR is the only manufacturer in the world to offer a range of cast lips for large mining wheel loaders. The first iterations of the DecaEdge™ design required fabrication from three separately cast parts, each two meters in length. The entire process for manufacturing tied up space, as well as labour, in the workshop. The production team identified that the foundry had the physical capability to...

It was dedicated to "Re-Start" - 7 innovative ideas for restarting - this year's edition of the Top of the Pid award assigned at Maker Faire in Rome - The European Edition, the largest European event of science, technology and innovation, on December 11, 2020. The initiative, promoted by the Punto Impresa Digitale (PID) created by the Italian Chambers of Commerce to spread digitalization, acclaimed Gefond as one of the protagonist of this edition. Seven companies won the coveted award in one...