An economist by training, Dr. Theuringer joins BDG from the German Steel Federation (WV Stahl), bringing over 20 years of experience in industrial and economic policy, particularly in the fields of energy policy, sustainability, and market analysis. “Steel and foundry industries face major challenges. I want to use my experience to strengthen the foundry industry and help secure its future in Germany,” said…

Mr. Andreas Müller, who has significantly shaped the direction of our company as CEO over the past 13 years, will be stepping down from his position on May 31, 2024. We thank Mr. Müller for his achievements in developing DGS into an internationally operating corporate group. Mr. Müller will remain connected to the company and is expected to join the Board of Directors starting in 2025. Effective June 1,…

At the start of the GIFA 2019, HA Group completes the announced change at the top operational level. After 19 years as Managing Director (altogether 25 years at HA), Carsten Kuhlgatz joins the Supervisory Board and hands over operational management to Franz Butz and Christoph Koch, who now act as President and Managing Director. At a festive dinner, Carsten Kuhlgatz received a lot of thanks and honor after…

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…

Godfrey & Wing has received a contract from a leading Japanese automotive original equipment manufacturer (OEM) to supply a Continuous Flow impregnation (CFi) system. In 2021, the system will be installed in the OEM’s Tennessee manufacturing facility to seal leaks paths in die castings and gain overall manufacturing efficiency. This contract is the fourth vacuum impregnation system purchased by this OEM…

As the Efficiency Agency NRW reported on www.pressebox.de, the GussStahl Lienen foundry has sustainably reduced its process energy consumption by intelligently utilising waste heat and investing in modern plant technology. With the help of the Efficiency Agency NRW from Duisburg, the company achieved considerable savings and at the same time contributed to climate protection. Sand casting process and lost…

In this interview, we delve into the innovative world of green sand moulding, a compelling alternative to traditional gravity and low-pressure diecasting methods. Ulla will shed light on the environmental advantages, cost-effectiveness, and unique capabilities of DISA's green sand moulding technology, addressing its role in modern manufacturing and how it's shaping a more sustainable and efficient future in…

HYDROTEC Technologies AG is an internationally successful family-run business from Wildeshausen in Germany producing manhole covers, drainage channels, surface boxes as well as products for gardening and landscaping. The purpose of setting up a modern iron foundry in Europe is to gain independence and flexibility. On top of that, it contributes to climate protection, promotes the local economy and creates…

General Kinematics’ VIBRA-DRUM® for Sand and Casting Conditioner will be displayed at their GIFA booth in hall 17, booth D41 . GK will also display a V2 Variable Vector Shakeout alongside a Cyrus Mobile Charging Machine. In the following case study, the VDC foundry outlines their experience with the GK VIBRA-DRUM®. VDC Foundry Reduces Waste and Increases Production With General Kinematics’ VIBRA-DRUMⓇ The…

Despite the increasing demand, equipment manufacturers and their customers often struggle to find and offer such leasing solutions. The reason being that most finance companies strictly look at the resell or secondary market value of the leased goods. Products like passenger cars, trucks or standard construction equipment are painless as these can be easily offered on the livelier secondary markets. Hence,…