Thermal distortion simulation has played a large role in identifying possible issues in the casting process. Despite the benefits of mold distortion simulations, flash... more

Most aluminum alloy castings require a thermal processing stage to provide the requisite mechanical properties and dimensional stability. Thermal processing also has a... more

The all-encompassing Smart Factory may be out of reach for many businesses but by choosing the elements and technologies that suit your business, giving you the... more

Mold and core coating related defects are discussed. Topics include veining, penetration, erosion, gas defects, spalling, scabs, inclusions, orange peel, brush marks,... more

Did you know the University of Northern Iowa is conducting research into developing advanced API software for foundries? Its purpose is to predict gas porosity defects... more

The development of more effective engineered sand additives and refractory coatings has significantly helped to reduce or eliminate casting defects such as veining,... more

This webinar assesses the impact that screen distribution has on the final properties of 3D printed silica sand.

For many years, researchers in the foundry industry and universities have been developing testing protocols to evaluate the emission characteristics of prepared green... more

Fluid flow in your gating system plays a significant role in getting the desired quality in your casting. Key concepts of turbulence, momentum and fluidity will be... more

This webinar will serve to clarify, in plain language, the requirements of OSHA?s Respirable Crystalline Silica (RCS) standard. It will cover the basic and necessary... more