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A group of foundry workers pouring the molten metal to a prepared mold.
Castings

The Impact of a Well-Executed Shakeout on Casting Efficiency

Shakeout may seem like a routine step in the casting process, but its impact goes far beyond simply removing mold material. In reality, it influences multiple aspects of casting efficiency, from cycle time and surface quality to material recovery and worker safety. This article explores how a well-executed shakeout can

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The differences between casting and forging
Castings

Exploring the Differences Between Casting and Forging

Differences Between Casting and Forging In the world of manufacturing, few processes can match the intricate artistry and skilled precision of casting and forging, which do have a few differences. These age-old techniques have been refined over centuries, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern technological advancements. From intricate sculptures to automotive

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Manufacturing Plant Showing Sustainability in Metal Casting Industries
Castings

Manufacturing Sustainability in Metal Casting Industries

Metal casting is the manufacturing process of pouring molten metal into a mold to create a required shape. While metal casting has been an important industrial process for centuries, the manufacturing sector is increasingly focused on sustainability in metal casting and reducing the environmental impact of its operations. There are

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A sample of molten aluminum being poured into a crucible
Castings

What are Bonded Sand Aluminum Casting Molds and Common Defects?

What is bonded sand aluminum casting? Bonded sand aluminum casting involves heating aluminum to molten temperatures and pouring it into molds of a specific size, shape, material, and design. Bonded sand molds are commonly used to complete the process, accounting for roughly 60% of aluminum castings worldwide. It is important

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A cross-sectional view of molten metal flowing in a bonded sand aluminum casting

Bonded Sand Aluminum Casting Basics

The THORS Bonded Sand Aluminum Casting Basics course introduces the learner to the world of aluminum alloys and bonded sand molding, including the properties, processes, and terminology associated with aluminum casting production. Ready to take the next step? Explore the course details and see everything we’ve packed into this program!

Learning Hours: 1.5

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A pressure test being performed, a quality inspection test that checks for leaks from a fluid handling steel casting.

Quality Inspection for Steel Castings

The Quality Inspection for Steel Castings course details some of the more common methods used to evaluate a steel casting for compliance to a customer’s specification requirements. Ready to take the next step? Explore the course details and see everything we’ve packed into this program!

Learning Hours: 2

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3D illustration of equipment used in low pressure die casting including a melting furnace, an LPDC machine, and a rotary degasser.

Low Pressure Die Casting Basics

Low Pressure Die Casting Basics provides an introduction to the terminology, equipment, and processing steps associated with low pressure die casting. Ready to take the next step? Explore the course details and see everything we’ve packed into this program!

Learning Hours: 1.5

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Metal parts produced from an investment casting process.

Investment Casting Basics

Investment Casting Basics introduces learners to the terminology, equipment, and processing steps associated with metal investment casting. Ready to take the next step? Explore the course details and see everything we’ve packed into this program!

Learning Hours: 1.5

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High pressure die casting equipment showing casting ejection.

High Pressure Die Casting Basics

High Pressure Die Casting Basics provides an introduction to the terminology, equipment, and processing steps associated with high pressure die casting. Ready to take the next step? Explore the course details and see everything we’ve packed into this program!

Learning Hours: 1

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Example of a metal part produced by reusable molds in a gravity die casting process.

Gravity Die Casting Basics

Gravity Die Casting Basics introduces the learner to casting manufacturing by gravity die casting. Ready to take the next step? Explore the course details and see everything we’ve packed into this program!

Learning Hours: 2

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