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Composite casting
BackgroundFor an induction melting furnace to operate safely, a powerful water cooling system must be in place to prevent overheating of the induction coil, the frequency converter and the capacitors. In this context, particular importance is attached to a low energy consumption of the cooling water pumps and fans of the air cooler or evaporative cooler as well as to the capability of recovering a large amount of heat from the cooling water.Thanks to numerous developments, induction furnace...
Centrifugal casting
Küttner Holding GmbH & Co. KG, Savelli Technologies S.r.l. and Equipment Manufacturers International, Inc. (historical American company specialized also in molding technologies for Foundries) have signed a long-term partnership agreement to reinforce their presence in the North American Market (U.S.A., Canada and Mexico).The US factory of EMI (Cleveland, Ohio), in fact, will serve the Küttner Group and the new and modern molding technologies of SAVELLI TECH.Kuttner North America...
Continuous casting
Constellium Extrusion Děčín s.r.o. opts for improved energy efficiencyModern medium-frequency melting systems are characterized by high levels of energy efficiency. In aluminium melting, for instance, around 65 % of the power input are converted into useful heat. This is a good rate but one that nevertheless leaves scope for further savings.Most of the energy loss is caused by the induction coil. In aluminium applications, this amounts to approx. 25 - 30 %.As reported in a previous issue (refer...
Full-mould casting
The plant in Königsbronn will be taken over by the Rheinische Mittelstandsbeteiligungs GmbH (RMB). The new company will operate under the name SHW High Precision Casting Technologies GmbH. The purchase price was not disclosed by the company. The purchase agreement was signed in April, but the acquisition is subject to two conditions, including the conclusion of a new collective agreement with the union IG Metall. All 163 employees should be able to continue working at the plant.
The RMB is a...
Gravity diecasting
As foundry machines specialist for the production of automotive structural, chassis and engine parts, the company Kurtz experiences high demand especially in ambitious markets as Mexico. From melting to X-rayed parts, Kurtz can supply the complete foundry. Highly efficient low pressure casting technology ensures maximum efficiency and great profits for its customers. Customers include OEM´s as well as TIER´s that are globally present and expect benchmark technology delivered around the world...
Hand-mould casting
DISA, Wheelabrator, Italpresse Gauss, and StrikoWestofen are under the umbrella of the Norican Group. This is a clear acknowledgment for the foundry industry and the variety of materials and processes. How do you view the development in sand mould and light metal cast in the next 10 years?The automotive industry is the significant driver for key developments in sand moulding and light metal die casting. Within this industry, vehicle “light-weighting” is the dominant trend today to reduce CO2...
Investment casting
At REMET they understand that it is important to respect and look after the environment, which is why they have introduced products that are designed to help you to reduce your foundry’s impact on the environment.
A good quality wax is a key component of the final casting and can reduce rework. This article we will look at some of the waxes that REMET offer to help achieve these process improvements and other green benefits.
A modern foundry needs to consider the environmental impact of...
Lost Foam
Download the Event Flyer HERE The international symposium for Lost Foam Casting from November 7th to 8th in Bremen is a worldwide important event for this technology, meanwhile especially expanding in Asia. Profi t from lectures and workshops with leading Lost Foam experts from Europe, China, Mexico and the USA.Learn more about the latest technological developments and application possibilities for Lost Foam. Find out about general conditions and quality requirements in diff erent sales...
Low-pressure diecasting
Technical local language support, greater availability of spare parts and the appointment of new service technicians supported by structured ongoing training, have been the particular focus of the Italpresse Gauss service development.
Being part of the global Norican Group network has enabled Italpresse Gauss to make improvements to its services more quickly, to ensure faster and more reliable customer support. While Italpresse Gauss’ remote servicing tools offer fast and reliable...
Machine mould casting
Many jolt squeeze and floor moulding foundry specialists met in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi to discover the features and key benefits of the DISAMATIC C3The invitation read: Join us at the ‘Every foundry can be a DISA foundry’ seminar in Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh City on March 21. Can’t make it? No problem! We have another one in Hanoi on March 23. See you there!’On that note, many floor moulding and jolt squeeze foundries set off for Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi to get a comprehensive introduction...
Pressure & Vacuum die casting
KS HUAYU AluTech GmbH is extending the Neckarsulm production capacities with a new 5,000 square meter production shop for structural parts in aluminum. The move is mainly in response to current orders in the new-product and driveline segments.
In founding the company back in 2014, international first-tier auto-industry supplier Rheinmetall Automotive AG (Rheinmetall Group) had contributed its foundry operation at the Neckarsulm location to a 50:50 joint venture with HUAYU Automotive Systems...
Shell mould casting
Hüttenes-Albertus (HA), together with its sales partner, PT. Akbar Budi Sakti, presented leading foundry solutions at Indometal 2016 in Jakarta. Due to its strong growth potential and development towards being one of the major emerging markets, Indonesia is an important market for the global metal and steel industry. With 250 exhibitors from 30 countries Indometal is a leading industry trade fair in Southeast Asia, and also a gateway into this growth market. HA, with its extensive portfolio of...
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