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Metal Casting Simulation: Disamatic Bearing Cap Fill, Vertically Parted Mold

Posted on April 14, 2010 by admin

The waterfall action of the metal entering each cavity is a nightmare and needs to be eliminated. You are certain to find that the first “dribbles” of metal entering the cavity will end up as an “inclusion” in the casting. … Continue reading →

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Metal Casting Simulation – Vertically Parted Mold

Posted on April 11, 2010 by admin

The fill and feed system for this 30 lb. stainless steel casting was simulated at Alloy Casting Industries in New Hamburg, Ontario Canada. The window on the left shows the temperature profile during the pour. Top of the scale is … Continue reading →

Metal Casting Simulation – Alloy Steel Impeller

Posted on March 30, 2010 by admin

This simulation was performed at Alloy Casting Industries in New Hamburg, Ontario Canada. The casting is a 200 lb. alloy steel impeller. For more information call Alloy Casting Industries at 519-662-3111 or visit us on the web at www.alloycasting.com Duration … Continue reading →

Metal Casting Technology: Naturally Pressurized Disamatic Fill System (alloy=gray iron)

Posted on March 21, 2010 by admin

The use of some very specific design parameters can result in a beautifully balanced metal delivery system sure to produce great castings. Note: this design is iteration one and the precise balance is easily adjustable for the final production design. … Continue reading →

Metal Casting Zone Sign Up

Posted on January 30, 2010 by admin

http://www.metalcastingzone.com We go over how to sign up for Metal Casting Zone in this video. It is quick and easy to join the Metal Casting Community. Join up today and there are 2 free Metal Casting eBooks waiting for you. … Continue reading →

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Lost Wax Casting Step 1 of 9 Sprueing waxes

Posted on January 23, 2010 by admin

Preparing for lost wax casting, step 1: attaching waxes to a central sprue and weighing them. Feathered Gems Jewelry has documented the entire process of casting Braille charms for Seedlings Braille Books for Children. Music: Pachelbel’s Canon in D Duration … Continue reading →

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Casting Brass Valves in Green Sand Molds

Posted on December 24, 2009 by admin

Quick video showing the pouring of brass valves in green sand molds. Alloy:C83600, induction melted, Sinto automatic molding machine. Duration : 0:3:32

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