HPDC offers a range of advantages, such as higher production rates and good surface finish; as a result, is the process of choice for many of the new, lightweight parts needed by the growing e-mobility and 5G markets. However, it is also not without its challenges. One significant limitation is the ability to produce complex internal cavity shapes. In order to overcome that obstacle, it is necessary to…

The use of these thermosetting, inorganic binder systems in high-volume automotive applications prevents emissions during core production , core storage and casting. In addition, the value chain in aluminum low-pressure die casting and gravity casting processes can make use of its economic and technological advantages, as no condensates are produced from the pyrolysis of the binder system. This generates…

According to France's National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies, business leaders in the French manufacturing industry stated that investments in the industry in 2011 were up by 12% YoY. In July 2012, business leaders in the manufacturing industry forecast an increase of 5% in their investment for 2012 as compared to 2011. The rebound in investment is expected to be particularly important in the…

To ensure that cranes used in demanding industrial processes are up and running at all times, Konecranes has recently launched an innovative remote services product family named TRUCONNECT. The first two products in this family are the TRUVIEW® data reporting service and the full-service package, the TRUCARE® solution. Based on remote connection between the crane and a Konecranes remote centre, TRUVIEW…

ITPS & The Bright World of Metals: Four years ago, Messe Düsseldorf, VDMA Metallurgy/Frankfurt, the European thermo process association CECOF and the trade magazine “heat processing” published by Vulkan Verlag in Essen launched the ITPS conference and exhibition with great success. Every two years, Düsseldorf becomes the hotspot for the global thermo process industry and the industries that use its products…

Interpump Group announces the acquisition of 85% of Indoshell Automotive System India P.L. share capital. The Company belongs to Indoshell Mould Limited, an Indian Group specialised in ferrous and non-ferrous (cast iron and aluminium) moulding and casting activities. It is estimated that the Company, in 2023, would achieve a production of approximately 8,000 tons, resulting in an estimated turnover of 12…

Over the years, the HIGHVAC system has gradually evolved to better meet your needs and the new standards and constraints of the market. This is part of continuous improvement and innovation that are at the heart of Fondarex’s genes. The market has changed a great deal over the past five years and we have seen the emergence of new castings, more complex, technical and larger parts. We are talking about…

For more than 20 years, US-based investment adviser Trent Capital Management has invested its clients’ money in smart technology companies. Mainly in mobile phone companies. As of now, the company has a new investment policy: 3D printing. “It’s the first thing we’ve seen come along that is going to be as universally disruptive as the cellular telephone industry,” says Trent Capital Management partner Jim…

Based in Amberg, Germany, gh AUER GUSS supplies high quality lightweight metal parts to a range of customers – from automotive, e-bike, and sports equipment manufacturers, to medical technology specialists. Quality equipment delivered on deadline For over 35 years, the die casting expert has used IPG HPDC machines to live up to its company motto – “success through quality”. When a tight-turnaround project…