Automated production processes in the shortest time and with minimal effort Unpack, connect and start using immediately – this simple credo associated with commonly used electronic devices now also applies to production processes in the manufacturing sector and the automotive industry. With the new cell4_production series, KUKA presents preconfigured automation cells for a wide range of applications that can be put into operation quickly with minimal effort. The uniform KUKA standard ensures a...

When, in 2011, the venerable German chemicals company Süd-Chemie became part of Clariant, it took a lot of foresight to predict that one of its oldest products, bentonite, would soon count among Clariant’s most modern ones. It’s a natural raw material, being mined and produced around the world, in the proximity to the customer, for over a century. The highly adsorbent clay, also called bleaching earth, is used to purify and prolong the shelf life of edible oils and beverages. It can be regarded...

The project scope includes an MLD60 Inorganic machine and sand preparation plant with three 60L machines, designed for current and future core making equipment. The installation is planned during the month of August 2020 and SOP in October 2020. Linamar Light Métal Group is a technical leader in the design and manufacture of aluminum cylinder heads in the automotive industry. This new core shop will be used to produce aluminum cores for cylinder head castings on behalf of one of their key...

Casting burrs or other protrusions are simply knocked off by means of rotating, specially developed impact knives. The individual mounted impact blades are made of very resistant powder-metallurgical tool steel and guarantee maximum service life. The castings are brought to the rotating knock-off wheel by means of a robot or a manipulator. Depending on the design of the gripper, all sides of the casting can thus be freed from burrs, sprues, pins, etc. Depending on the system concept, a...

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,...

The considerable fluctuations in material prices and the increasing energy costs of recent years combined with growing pricing pressure emphasize the necessity to reorganize processes and to use existing resources in the most effective way. The COVID19 situation has worsened many melt-shop operations since production is down but the overheads are not, the need of the hour is “digitalization” on the shop-floor in all aspects, definitely in the melt shop. In many (steel) foundries, ironworks,...

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...

State-of-the-art technologies from Norican’s DISA and Wheelabrator brands have come together in a complete green sand solution for Dianzhan (Jiujiang) Metal Materials Co., Ltd. Constructed in only six months, the new Norican production line exactly fits Dianzhan’s requirement for a compact, fully automated and energy-efficient facility that will triple the company’s annual iron output. Challenges: Compact layout for efficient casting Established in September 2005 and starting production in May...

Together with our development partner MAGMA, KRÄMER + GREBE was able to contribute to this Forum with an interesting presentation. Speaker Thomas Achenbach demonstrated the possibilities of an experimental analysis and subsequent modeling of tool wear on coreboxes. “Due to the large number of influencing parameters, a core shooting simulation can currently predict only the qualitative wear”, said expert Thomas Achenbach, “With the help of this development project we hope to generate enough...

Cast aluminum components offer tremendous lightweight construction potential. New methods for sand mold and sand core production enable increasingly complex cavities and casting structures. In addition, there is the trend towards electromobility in the automotive industry. New castings are finding their way into high-volume production. Fill has set itself the goal of optimizing the low-pressure casting technology successfully established in the marketplace. The innovation originated from a...

With Foseco’s new KALPUR development, foundrymen can for the first time apply the direct pouring technique to automatic green sand moulding lines. This means that the specific advantages of direct pouring, such as improved yield and directional solidifcation can now be realised on moulding lines where access to the cope is not possible. How does the system work? The feeder is placed on the self-centering pin attached to the pattern plate, and also serves as a sprue. The integrated SEDEX filter...

They are the house-sized die casting cells that Tesla will be receiving from italian die casting machine producer, IDRA. Tesla has ordered two of these giga presses, and the first will be installed soon. Probably first in the Fremont electric car main plant and in the new Gigafactory in China, Tesla wants to cast a rear part in one piece, which so far has been composed of 3 elements in the Model Y and up to 70 pieces in Model 3. This is an important step for automotive engineering: other...

Governed by the motto “Creating tomorrow together,” over 800 decision-makers and partners of the global food and mobility industries, from 500 companies and 80 different countries, met to attend the second Bühler Networking Days in Uzwil. The focus of the two-day event is on the question of how it will be possible in 2050 to feed a global population of almost ten billion people sustainably and healthily and how to ensure their mobility. “Climate change and the demands of our growing population...

Before the corona shutdown, we visited the on-site research and development center for foundries, located near the Technical University of Enschede in the Netherlands, which has been researching and working for the international foundry industry for about 5 years. There, we met Dr. Fabian Sander, Global R&D Head at the Vesuvius Foundry Division, who enthusiastically showed us the facilites, including ultra-modern laboratories and test foundry, all fitted with the latest technology and equipment...

Thinking outside the box is worthwhile. EIRICH mixers are increasingly being fitted with torque motors for good reasons: They consume significantly less energy than conventional asynchronous motors. Torque motors also cause lower operating costs and run at significantly lower noise levels. Does an EIRICH mixer with torque drive also pay off for customers in the foundry industry? Johannes Oswald and Wolfgang Wörner have not the slightest doubt. When and why did the development of torque motors...

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...

After 40 years of its introduction, simulation in casting process has become an essential tool for various aspects in design and process optimization. Today, the results obtained from simulation allow prediction of many different quality aspects and address the entire manufacturing route. This supports the foundry expert to gain quantitative information regarding the best possible conditions for the required casting quality, while maximizing casting yield and reducing manufacturing costs. MAGMA...

In the past seven years, laser deposition welding has emerged as an excellent technology for the repair and coating area in many target industries. Every other industrial customer purchases the LASERTEC 65 3D hybrid because of the cost-effective repair options. The recently introduced LASERTEC 125 3D hybrid provides room for larger components.  Die casting molds with up to 3 times longer service life and up to 30% improved cooling characteristics The LASERTEC 3D hybrid series provides...