YIZUMI Expands into Mexico to Accelerate Global Growth 06 Sep 24 On 15th August 2024 YIZUMI Precision Machinery (Mexico) Co Ltd (YIZUMI Mexico) hosted an open house to celebrate its official opening. This is another important milestone for YIZUMI’s global...
Nozzle technologies for iron and steel foundries 04 Sep 24 This article by Rudi Bittniok, Foseco, offers an overview of nozzle technologies for iron autopour and steel bottom pour applications. Looking at steel foundries in particular, lip pouring by...
The benefits of hybrid mould and core production with 3D sand printing 04 Sep 24 Hybrid production combines traditional sand mould making with 3D printing of complex sand cores and can give casting businesses competitive advantages. Learn how foundries are using this modern...
‘Do more with digital’ campaign launched to accelerate digitalisation across process industries 04 Sep 24 Global technology leader ABB has launched Do More With Digital, a global campaign highlighting the opportunities for the process industries to realise their full potential through digital...
Automated pouring takes on the challenge 04 Sep 24 There’s nothing simple about pouring molten metal into a mould, and the multiple variables associated with the&nbs...
YIZUMI LEAP9000 Delivered, Boosting New Energy Vehicle Development 12 Jun 24 On April 26, 2024, the LEAP9000 ultra large die casting machine was officially delivered from YIZUMI China Wusha No.3 Factory. This marks another significant milestone for YIZUMI in ultra large die...
How to enable the transition from fossil to renewable carbon in the chemical and material sector 05 Jun 24 In a comprehensive member survey, the Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI) collected ideas and opinions on what is needed to enable the transition from fossil to renewable carbon in Europe. The RCI says...
New software automatically identifies vulnerable production assets 05 Jun 24 Production facilities are increasingly the targets of cyberattacks. Industrial companies are therefore required to identify and close potential...
Aluminised Clothing – when should it be worn? 05 Jun 24 Aluminised clothing is a form of personal protective equipment (PPE) that is designed to protect the wearer from two common types of risk which occur in the foundry and castings industry: molten...
Innovation arm launched to accelerate metal surface R&D 05 Jun 24 BEP Surface Technologies, a leading metal surface specialist, has launched an innovation arm, BEP Solutions, to accelerate international R&D partnerships to solve global challenges. Leveraging...
Advancements in iron filtration – emerging trends and cost effective solutions 28 Apr 24 In the ever evolving field of filtration for iron casting, groundbreaking technologies are making significant strides, with additive manufacturing, commonly referred to as 3D printing, at the...
Another ‘tool in the box’ for induction melting expert 28 Apr 24 According to one definition, induction is “the process of making something happen,” to have control of it. Developing induction technologies that perform in an effective and energy...
Seamless pouring integration cuts headcount, boosts productivity and improves quality 28 Apr 24 German foundry Ortrander cut its pattern change time by more than half, reduced staffing on the line by thirty per cent and cut scrap by about twenty per cent after implemented a digitally...
Zircon free refractory coatings for iron and steel casting 28 Apr 24 Zircon based refractory coatings are widely used in foundries around the world. However, the use of zircon is problematic due to it being a naturally occurring radioactive material (NORM). Prices for...
Advancing quality control - expert solutions for thirty second sample verification 28 Apr 24 In the fast paced world of quality control in foundries, ensuring quality and getting quick results is vital. However, the process of verifying samples can often be a challenging and time consuming...
Accelerated change on the cards for intensive energy users in 2024 28 Apr 24 From government plans to unlock access to grid connections to updates on support for major energy users, the focus on driving efficiency and supporting decarbonisation is set to continue in 2024. In...
LEAP – Diecasting Technology 13 Mar 24 World class diecasting technology solutions from YIZUMI. The future looks bright Aluminum and magnesium alloys offer considerable design benefits. With their advantageous weight-to-strength...
Development centre in sustainable casting for increased competitiveness for the Swedish manufacturing industry 06 Mar 24 Through a letter of intent between RISE and Volvo Cars, the Volvo Group and Scania, work has commenced on the planning of a national centre for sustainable casting for new sustainable materials,...
Clean steel castings at ultralow pouring temperatures for high performance applications using the innovative ROTOCLENE process 06 Mar 24 This article describes a new technique for improving the quality of steel melts in the ladle prior to pouring. The process involves a rotary treatment process that stirs the metal in the ladle whilst...
It all started with a splash! 06 Mar 24 What’s the biggest personal health risk in a company? Is it respiratory hazards, caused by silica in the sand-casting process? Or is it burns caused by molten metal splash during melting and...
Shaping the future of metal casting with ceramic innovation 06 Mar 24 A company established over twenty years ago to push the boundaries of metal filtration is now taking its patented technology one step further with the production of additively manufactured ceramic...
Diverse, dynamic, innovative: EUROGUSS 2024 set to be a mirror of the diecasting industry 18 Dec 23 The diecasting industry is seeking out the dialogue it needs like never before, say the organisers of the EUROGUSS trade fair. The exhibition halls are fully booked with around six hundred exhibitors...
HOLLOTEX* EG RUNNER ST – The lightweight alternative to ceramic gating systems, now also available for steel casting 18 Dec 23 HOLLOTEX EG Runner, introduced in 2009, revolutionised the construction of gating systems for hand-moulded iron castings. It eliminated the need for ceramic components and gained popularity in the...
Innovating together – shaping the future of moulding equipment in North America 18 Dec 23 YIZUMI, an advanced industrial moulding equipment system and service provider based in China, strives to create value for its international customers through a globalisation strategy. Since its...
Efficient surface technology – optimum shot blast technology for castings 18 Dec 23 AGTOS will present information about the latest trends in shot blast technology at the EUROGUSS trade fair, which will take place from 16th to 18th January 2024, in Nuremberg, Germany. The surface...
Reduce emissions and win business: Norican helps MAT Group profitably drive sustainable emission reductions 18 Dec 23 As lower emissions become a major competitive advantage for foundries, global casting giant MAT Group is preparing to commit to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). To measure its...
Money-saving service schemes to reward loyalty 19 Oct 23 The opportunity for a free of charge service and a free of charge breakdown callout is now available for Meltech customers as part of what is thought to be the world’s first furnace equipment...
Sand mixing, handling and reclamation – a host of no bake equipment on display 19 Oct 23 Highlighting the foundry process from mixing through to reclamation, Omega Sinto Foundry Machinery Ltd was able to display the company’s wide range of efficient and reliable solutions for 21st...
Laempe Mössner Sinto offers complete portfolio and is the world leading supplier of foundry solutions for core making 19 Oct 23 Foundries today face the challenge of managing a transformation process that requires new, and in some cases, complex geometries. At the same time, the focus is on marginal costs and the efficient...
There goes the neighbourhood, in a good way – onwards and upwards 19 Oct 23 A major expansion programme at a world-leading induction melting and heating group’s European furnace manufacturing facility has resulted in an approximate thirty per cent capacity...
Enhancing crucible performance in non-ferrous applications 19 Oct 23 Crucibles have an important role to play in improving the energy efficiency and environmental performance of non-ferrous casting operations, says Danièle Ung, European product manager...
Looking ahead – how 3D printing and sand casting influence modern spare part production 10 Aug 23 British foundry Boro Foundry Ltd uses 3D printed sand moulds to produce spare parts. For a historic steam locomotive, Boro manufactured a new superheater header based on the original engineering...
