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2012-07-18 00:20:56 UTC
Prabhupada Die Cast Education from North American Die Casting
Association
Here are some selected updates below Apr 4 2012 to Jul 11 2012 from
NADCA numbered 1 to
33 that could be used for Prabhupada Spiritual Master Die Cast
education purposes. Some are technical and require die casting
experience. NADCA seems to be quite an outreach die casting
organization. Their updates highlight certain issues, practices etc
that could direct particular persons into helping with Prabhupada
Spiritual Master Die Cast and thus to implement his desire for doing
his own permanent / eternal automated Spiritual Master initiations
via die cast model railroad / railway rather than leaving it to
someone else or others. According to dictionary meaning, die casting
is a pressurized process and thus to this author when Prabhupada
Spiritual Master in 1977 was being poisoned by some of his disciples
in India and Prabhupada’s sister, Pishma, was present in the room it
perhaps shows some word association between the word sister and the
word cistern, as in the domestic bathroom with flushing pressurized
system, and perhaps indicates the targeted forced upon homosex and
sexual child abuse being put in His movement. There is also then the
uneasiness it gave to disciple/s seeing the brother-sister at the
brother’s last bio-physical stages.
On another note to do with health in the materially conditioned
persons, this of course does not in any way involve Prabhupada the
transcendentally pure Spiritual Master, it might be useful to research
to see if there is a correlation between pressurized based [all k/K
shapes altered to क/क except at web addresses due to technical
reasons] Parकinson’s Disease in conditioned males who are/were brother/
s to sister/s and age their sister/s married - in other words to see
if the older the sister was or the older the age of the sister/s
leaving parent’s home and the occurring and advancement of Parकinson’s
Disease in the brother/s and the other way round. It could even
involve researching into the brother/s relationship feeling, brother/s
interpretation of the sister/s image, or the other way round, and
other nervous diseases and conditions. It could even include
researching extended family for example cousin sisters / brothers. If
it is seen that there is a correlation it would support girl arranged
marriage at an early age by her parents as was done traditionally in
India and early arranged marriage by the way Prabhupada himself
experienced in his birth family.
Prabhupada (Hare कrishna Founder) signaled automated initiations via
Rail Modeling in November 1977 however this order has not been
followed by the usurpers (thieves). The time that has elapsed since
the usurpers (thieves) in the Hare कrishna Movement removed the Hare
कrishna Founder: His Divine Grace A C Bhaकtivedanta Swami Prabhupada
from spiritually being the initiating spiritual master contrary to his
wishes:
(calculated to July 17 2012)
Constitution of Association July 7 1966:
46years 10days
Direction of Management July 28 1970:
41years 11months 19days
"May 28 1977" Conversation:
35years 1month 19days
Last Will excl. Codicil June 4 1977:
35years 1month 13days
"July 9 1977" Letter:
35years 8days
Last bio-physical day "November 14 1977":
34years 8months 3days
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An Expensive Cost
Register to Attend NADCA’s Annual Plant Management Conference
Train Your Operator’s: Learn the Do’s and Don’ts of Running a Die
Casting Machine
Ube Shows Sixth Generation of All-electric Presses
Chicopee’s Diecast Connections Grows Business Bacकed by
Massdevelopment Growth Loan
Simulating Thermal Stresses and Cooling Deformations
How to Design a Shot Sleeve to Eliminate Distortion
Modulated Pulsed Power Magnetron Sputtering for Die Surface
Engineering
NADCA’s Popular Porosity Webinar Series Returns!
Registration Now Open for Die Casting Congress & Exposition!
TOYO Allies with UBE in Producing Die-casting Machines (in China)
Start Saving Energy! Attend NADCA's Energy Webinar
NADCA Releases Model Industry Terms and Conditions
Recent Developments in Aluminum High Pressure Die Casting
OSHA Inspections, Defenses and Enforcement Priorities Webinar
Squeeze Casting of Aluminum-Base Components
Semi-solid Die Casting using the Gas Induced Semi-Solid (GISS)
Technique
Comparing Magnesium Die Castings and Plastic Components
Learn to Achieve Exceptional As-Cast Surface Finish
More Metal Competition: GM China Casts Magnesium Prototype Part
NADCA Releases SPANISH Version of Die Casting Defects
Troubleshooting Guide
Register to Attend the International Foundry Forum in the Czech
Republic. Space is EXTREMELY Limited!
Simulation of the Semi-Solid Rheocasting (SSR®) Process in an
Automotive Component
Learn How to Size the Die Casting Machine to Your Part
Do You कnow the Correct Way to Ship Dross?
What Presentations Will You Attend?
Honor Award Recipients at NADCA’s Die Casting Industry Gala
Discover the Dangers of Combustible Dust
Alcoa’s Colorकast™ Die Cast Technology Used by Samsung; More
Consumer Electronic Manufacturers Set to Use Breaकthrough Product
Rangers Die Casting Expands "Green" Facilities Initiatives
Thin Wall Structural Die Casting
MRT Boosts Productivity with New Die Casting Robots
Finding a Solution to the Eternal Problem of Porosity in Casting
1. An Expensive Cost
Mild steel alloys are used for the construction of the inserts in die
casting dies that “see” the super heated casting alloy. The materials
are either cold or hot rolled and are either air, oil, or water
hardened. They contain 0.3-0.4% carbon in addition to chromium, and
vanadium as major alloying elements. Acceptable criteria developed by
ADCI now control the quality of die steels with quantifiable limits on
chemical content, grain structure and alignment, internal integrity,
cleanliness, and heat treatability to withstand the rigors of
production cycle. Aluminum is the casting alloy that is the most
challenging, especially since 70% of all die castings are produced
with it.
The steels must be strong, tough, wear resistant, and be able to
withstand thermal fatigue. The metallurgical term for these
characteristics is fracture toughness, which describes the ductility.
To learn more about how to balance between tool cost and economy for
the customer by increasing the length of performance and increasing
productivity please login to read this month’s issue of Die Casting
Engineer.
2. Register to Attend NADCA’s Annual Plant Management Conference
Reserve your spot now for NADCA’s Annual Plant Management Conference.
This year’s conference will be held in Birmingham, Alabama on May
16-18 at the Birmingham Marriott. The conference will feature special
presentations including:
• Increased Productivity Through OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)
- Robert McInerney, BuhlerPrince, Inc.
• Die Casting Success Stories - Select Attendees
• State of the Die Casting Industry - Steve Udvardy, North American
Die Casting Association
In addition, there will be two plant tours to the Honda Manufacturing
of Alabama Plant and to Nemaक.
Benefits derived from the exchange of information include: innovation
and product integrity through alternate ways of resolving problems,
improved control of processes, reduced costs, increased quality and
enhanced productivity. As always, the conference will also have plenty
of round table discussions and chances for networकing.
For additional information or to register online please visit:
http://www.diecasting.org/meetings/pm. The housing blocक closes May
2nd - so act soon!
We looक forward to seeing you in Birmingham!
3. Train Your Operator’s: Learn the Do’s and Don’ts of Running a Die
Casting Machine
The die casting industry depends on the sकill of the machine operator
for efficient production of high-quality products. The effective
machine operator understands the basic function of the process, the
proper care of the die casting machine, die setup, recognition and
control of basic casting defects, and the procedures that ensure his/
her personal safety. NADCA has created an 11 part webinar series
geared towards educating operators on the do’s and don’ts of running a
die casting machine. This 11 part series will consist of:
Title: Introduction To Die Casting & Safety on the Shop Floor
Date: April 10, 2012
Title: Understanding Metal Melting/Handling for Operator
Date: April 11, 2012
Title: Machine Components & the Die Casting Cycle
Date: April 17, 2012
Title: How It Worकs - The Shot End
Date: April 18, 2012
Title: Why Shot Monitors Are Important
Date: April 24, 2012
Title: Die Components & Their Functions
Date: April 25, 2012
Title: Everybody Is Involved in Die Setup
Date: May 1, 2012
Title: Proper Care and Treatment of Dies During Production
Date: May 2, 2012
Title: Recognizing and Controlling Flow Defects
Date: May 8, 2012
Title: Recognizing and Controlling Porosity
Date: May 9, 2012
Title: Eliminating Solder and Flash Defects
Date: May 15, 2012
Each individual webinar is $99. You will receive a discounted rate of
$690 if you purchase this webinar as a series. All webinars begin at
2:00 p.m. CDT. After the webinar has taकen place the person purchasing
the webinar will receive and linक to download a copy of the recording.
Participants have the option of testing at the end of each one hour
instructional webinar. These tests are available for purchase. Tests
are not mandatory. You have the option of purchasing a test pacकage
for $400 which includes all 11 tests for 10 people. Additional test
logins can be purchased for $30 per person. If you purchased single
webinars you can also purchase a single test for $10. Those that pass
will receive a certificate of completion for that segment of the
webinar.
Attending a webinar is an excellent way to obtain vital information
without the hassle or cost of travel. These 60 minute presentations
will not only address vital information on the topic but also provide
adequate time for questions, answers, and discussion. To register
please visit: www.diecasting.org/webinar.
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4. Ube Shows Sixth Generation of All-electric Presses
ORLANDO, FLA. (April 3, 8:20 p.m. ET) -- Ube Machinery Inc. (Booth
603) is showing its new UF press, a machine with 950 tons of clamping
force that marकs the sixth generation of Ube’s all-electric molding
machines.
David Bernardi, senior sales and marकeting manager at said the UF is
more streamlined that the earlier Ube all-electric. Also, Ube has
switched from Mitsubishi to Fanuc electric servomotors. Bernardi said
Ube builds die-casting machines for Fanuc Ltd., so the companies have
a good business relationship.
To view the rest of this article, .....
5. Chicopee’s Diecast Connections Grows Business Bacकed by
Massdevelopment Growth Loan
MassDevelopment has provided a $300,000 manufacturing growth loan to
DieCast Connections Company, Inc., a Chicopee manufacturer of
permanent mold casting and aluminum and zinc die-casting. The company
will use loan proceeds to hire additional employees and purchase
equipment and material in support of a new product, thus providing the
necessary worकing capital to support growth. Over the last two years,
DieCast has invested in technical advances and engineering software as
part of its strategic growth plan. This strategy has generated
innovative designs while controlling costs and quality, and the
company is now focused on meeting orders that this investment created.
The funds from the manufacturing growth loan will support this new
production.
To view the rest of this article, .....
6. Simulating Thermal Stresses and Cooling Deformations
In the casting industry, the ability to predict thermal stresses and
resulting deformations during solidification and cooling continues to
be a challenge. Flow Science has recently developed its fluid-
structure interaction (FSI) and thermal stress evolution (TSE) models
to provide these कinds of predictions to its customers. With the
addition of solid mechanics to its existing fluid focused modeling
portfolio, FLOW-3D is now one of the few simulation tools that provide
a fully coupled fluid-structure interaction model within one software
pacकage. The built-in finite element analysis along with FLOW-3D’s
proven record in free surface flows maकes it an attractive choice to
the casting industry.
In the article, “Simulating Thermal Stresses and Cooling
Deformations”, a case where the simulation results are compared to
deformations from an actual cast part is presented. The part and
experimental results were provided by Marक Littler of Littler Diecast
Corporation. To read more about the findings please .... to login and
read the March issue of Die Casting Engineer.
7. How to Design a Shot Sleeve to Eliminate Distortion
How do shot sleeves distort and what problems are caused by shot
sleeve distortion? NADCA has created a 60-minute webinar to help you
answer these questions. In addition, information on how to design a
shot sleeve with adequate wall thicकness to eliminate distortion will
be presented. NADCA’s Director of Research, Education & Technology,
Steve Udvardy, will cover the following topics:
• Distortion due to thermal gradients
• How to recognize distortion problems (shot profile, tip and sleeve
wear, lubrication, part quality)
• Formula for calculating wall thicकness
This webinar will taकe place Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 12PM (CDT)
and costs $29.00 for Corporate Members and $79 for Non- Corporate
Members! Attending a webinar is an excellent way to obtain vital
information without the hassle or cost of travel. This 60-minute
presentation will not only address important information on the topic
but also provide adequate time for questions, answers, and discussion.
To register for this webinar please visit: www.diecasting.org/webinar.
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8. Modulated Pulsed Power Magnetron Sputtering for Die Surface
Engineering
In an effort to improve the quality and adhesion of the coatings,
considerable interest has been focused on the development of new
magnetron sputtering deposition techniques for obtaining high density
and ionization degree plasmas to match the CAE process in recent
years. To read more about the recent developments for MPP magnetron
sputtering please login to read the March issue of Die Casting
Engineer Magazine.
9. NADCA’s Popular Porosity Webinar Series Returns!
NADCA surveyed designers and purchasers about the advantages and
problems with die cast components. The companies that used die cast
products were asकed to identify some of the common problems they
encounter with die castings. More than one in three specifically
identified `Porosity’ as a common problem. More than one in three
specifically identified ‘Porosity’ issues as a common problem. Since
porosity is a common concern among die casters NADCA created a series
of webinars focusing on the various aspects of porosity. These
webinars were originally held as a 5 part series and it is estimated
that collectively over 300 individuals attended these webinars!
NADCA’s Engineering Project Manager Alex Monroe will be presenting 4
parts of the original 5 part series beginning this April. The
following topics will be addressed in these webinars:
Part 1
An Introduction to the Causes of Porosity - This webinar will cover
the causes of porosity. In particular the sources of shrinक porosity
and gas porosity will be explained. It will conclude with traditional
concepts for reducing porosity formation.
Date: April 18, 2012
Cost: Corporate Member - $29
Non-Corporate Member - $79
Part 2
Control Porosity with Processing Parameters - Many die casting process
variables affect the final porosity level in a casting. This webinar
will discuss the effect of these different parameters on porosity. It
will connect these processing parameters bacक to the underlying
porosity formation mechanisms.
Date: May 2, 2012
Cost: Corporate Member - $29
Non-Corporate Member - $79
Part 3
Design for Reduced Porosity - Part design is the number one factor
affecting the final porosity in a casting. This is due to the physical
sources of porosity. This webinar will explain casting and tooling
design choices that can be used to control porosity.
Date: May 16, 2012
Cost: Corporate Member - $29
Non-Corporate Member - $79
Part 4
Predicting and Measuring Porosity - Achieve reduced porosity through
adequate measurement and prediction. This webinar will discuss
different ways to predict porosity. In addition it will explain some
basics of digital porosity measurement. Any successful porosity
reduction program must include porosity prediction and measurement.
Date: May 30, 2012
Cost: Corporate Member - $29
Non-Corporate Member - $79
Purchasing the four part series together is $86 for Corporate Members
and $286 for Non-Corporate Members! Attendees are not required to
attend all four webinars in this series; however attending the entire
set will give participants a comprehensive कnowledge of porosity and
how to manage it. Each 60-minute presentation will not only address
important information on the topic but also provide adequate time for
questions, answers, and discussion. To register for this webinar
please visit: http://www.diecasting.org/webinar.
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10. Registration Now Open for Die Casting Congress & Exposition!
Attendee Registration for the 2012 Die Casting Congress & Exposition
is now open! The Die Casting Congress and Exposition will be held
October 8-10, 2012, at the Indiana Convention Center - Halls A&B in
Indianapolis, IN.
This event will feature three days of Congress sessions, technical and
management presentations that will be given by experts from around the
world. These presentations will expose metalcasters to the latest
technology, ongoing research and successful management tools that will
assist companies in enhancing their competitiveness.
In addition to the Congress sessions, this exposition will feature
more than 100 exhibitors, the International Die Casting Design
Competition, a Design Competition Luncheon and a Die Casting Industry
Gala. Over 60% of booth space has been sold! If you are interested in
exhibiting and would liकe to apply for booth space, please visit:
www.diecasting.org/congress.
The Die Casting Congress & Exposition is an exclusive event to the die
casting industry and its suppliers. We hope to see you there!
For more information or to register please ....
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11. TOYO Allies with UBE in Producing Die-casting Machines (in China)
They are currently developing and producing their die-casting machines
respectively. But they have reached this agreement with the prospect
that joining together their respective कnowledge and expertise in
developing and producing products and mutual utilization of their
production facilities in China have a variety of advantages such as
further cost reduction and quality improvement as well as quicक
expansion of the product line-ups.
To view the rest of this article, .....
12. Start Saving Energy! Attend NADCA's Energy Webinar
Start saving energy by understanding how to measure it. This webinar
will discuss recent worक benchmarकing energy use in common die casting
operations. This will show that it is critical to measure and
benchmarक energy use to increase energy efficiency. In addition, this
webinar will provide details on measured efficiencies of different die
casting melting and holding operations. NADCA's Engineering Project
Manager Alex Monroe will address the following topics in this 60-
minute webinar:
• Importance of benchmarकing energy use
• Common die casting layout
• How to measure furnace efficiencies
• Measured efficiencies
• Recommendations for energy use reduction
• Top 5 practices to implement now
This webinar will taकe place Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at 12PM (CDT)
and costs $29.00 for Corporate Members and $79 for Non-Corporate
Members! Attending a webinar is an excellent way to obtain vital
information without the hassle or cost of travel. This 60-minute
presentation will not only address important information on the topic
but also provide adequate time for questions, answers, and discussion.
To register for this webinar please visit: www.diecasting.org/webinar.
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13. NADCA Releases Model Industry Terms and Conditions
What are our Industry Terms and Conditions? A survey was conducted
asकing industry professionals about their terms and conditions. Based
on the results of this data, with the assistance of Butzel Long Law
Firm and the review of Industry Professionals, “Model General Terms
and Conditions 2012” was created.
These Model General Terms and Conditions were designed for use in
connection with the purchase and sale of dies, die castings or related
goods or services. They were not designed for use in connection with
the purchase and sale of non-production goods or services. NADCA
developed the Model Terms to promote a more collaborative approach to
supplier-customer relationships. The goal is to increase cooperation,
communication, and trust between buyers and sellers, eliminate
ambiguities in responsibilities, reduce transaction costs, increase
certainty, and ultimately increase the industry’s competitiveness. The
Model Terms should serve as a reference guide and educational tool for
buyers and sellers, and may help form the basis for fair and balanced
contracts.
USE OF THE MODEL TERMS IS ENTIRELY VOLUNTARY. Price and other terms of
sale are determined by the buyer and seller in every transaction, and
the Model Terms and Conditions are not intended to affect that
negotiating process. Buyers and sellers are always free to negotiate
whatever terms or conditions they believe appropriate and are able to
agree upon in the specific situation. Each buyer and seller should
independently decide whether the Model Terms are appropriate for the
company or transaction. Under no circumstances should buyers or
sellers discuss with their competitors the specific terms and
conditions they should adopt in particular negotiations, or agree
collectively not to deal with a company refusing to adhere to the
recommendations in this document or any other particular terms and
conditions.
To download “Model General Terms and Conditions 2012” .....
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14. Recent Developments in Aluminum High Pressure Die Casting
High Pressure Die Casting (HPDC) is the most common process for shaped
castings and the main strength of this process lies in its ability to
efficiently and economically produce complex thin walled components in
large numbers. In its infancy, HPDC has been limited to production of
non-critical or non-structural components such as housings and
fittings where the main requirement is pressure tightness. Recycled
alloys were typically used and process parameters were far from
optimized. HPDC has therefore suffered a poor reputation when compared
to other casting processes.
Over the course of the last decade, the foundryman’s attitude towards
HPDC has gradually changed as significant attention has been given to
alloy development and process optimization. Slowly, but surely HPDC is
gaining more respect within the world of casting and is becoming more
widely used for critical components.
Please login to read this article in Die Casting Engineer magazine,
which provides an overview of the recent worक carried out at Hydro
Aluminium’s Research and Technology Development center in Sunndal,
Norway.
15. OSHA Inspections, Defenses and Enforcement Priorities Webinar
This session will provide information on the history of OSHA as well
as its current regulatory priorities. Die Casters will learn about the
safety and health standards that apply to the industry, the different
types of OSHA investigations, how to prepare for and manage an
investigation, as well as post-inspection procedures. Patricia A.
Poole Esq. will present. Poole concentrates her legal practice in the
areas of regulatory compliance and litigation, including occupational
safety and health, worकers' compensation, environmental, and emergency
response.
Poole has significant experience assisting employers with matters
involving federal and state safety and health statutes and
regulations, including defending OSHA citations and whistleblower
claims. She has worकed with many clients in the aftermath of
catastrophic worकplace events causing, property damage and other types
of loss.
This webinar will taकe place on Thursday, May 10 at 12PM (CDT) and
costs $39.00 to attend! Attending a webinar is an excellent way to
obtain vital information without the hassle or cost of travel. This 60-
minute presentation will not only address important information on the
topic but also provide adequate time for questions, answers, and
discussion.
To register for this or any upcoming webinars please visit:
www.diecasting.org/webinar.
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16. Squeeze Casting of Aluminum-Base Components
Machine-based casting processes that utilize reusable steel molds are
often used for the production of high volume castings for automotive
applications, as well as for many other marकets. Components produced
by conventional die casting exhibit many beneficial qualities,
including low manufacturing costs, near-net shape capability, the
production of thin wall castings, excellent surface finish and close
dimensional tolerances. However, the residual porosity present in many
die castings means that they are rarely used for the production of
high integrity castings necessary for structural and safety-critical
applications. Squeeze casting however, is a modified die casting
process with a vertically-orientated shot sleeve using much lower
speeds to fill the die compared with conventional die casting. Casting
quality is maximized through the use of controlled, low-speed die
filling, followed by the application of high intensification pressures
through large gates, which is capable of completely eliminating
shrinकage porosity.
The article, “Squeeze Casting of Aluminum-Base Components” located in
the May issue of DCE provides case studies of squeeze castings
produced at the Technical Center of the Suzhou Sanji Foundry Equipment
Co, Ltd (Sanji) located in Suzhou, China. Please login .... to read
this month’s issue of Die Casting Engineer.
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17. Semi-solid Die Casting using the Gas Induced Semi-Solid (GISS)
Technique
Semi-solid metal forming has been reported to give several advantages
compared with conventional die casting. Less gas porosity, reduced
solidification shrinकage, heat treatability and reduction in cycle
time are some of the advantages. Two major routes are used to form
semi-solid metal: thixocasting and rheocasting. In thixocasting, grain-
refined billets are reheated to the semi-solid range and formed into
near-net-shape parts. In contrast, rheocasting involves preparing semi-
solid metal from the melt using a technique. High feedstocक materials
cost and high capital investment of thixocasting maकe it desirable
only in niche applications. Therefore, the rheocasting route has been
favored by the industry in recent years.
Recently, a simple and efficient technique called the Gas Induced Semi-
Solid (GISS) technique has been invented. It is being developed and
commercialized by GISSCO Company Limited in Thailand. In this
technique, the semi-solid slurry is produced by injecting fine inert
gas bubbles through a graphite diffuser to agitate molten alloys
during solidification. To read about Gas Induced Semi-Solid (GISS)
process please .... to login and read this month’s issue of Die
Casting Engineer.
18. Comparing Magnesium Die Castings and Plastic Components
Die casting is one of the most mature manufacturing processes
available. The most common materials die cast are alloys of aluminum,
magnesium, and zinc. In recent years, significantly improved
technology has enabled the die casting industry to remain very
competitive in many marकet segments. The use of computerized product
and process design tools, as well as significant new equipment
technologies, have further enhanced the rapid cycle times and low cost
of die castings.
One area of the die casting industry that is seeing rapid growth is
the die casting of magnesium alloys. While many new applications for
magnesium die castings in the auto industry are being realized by
conversions from aluminum components and steel fabrications, the
purpose of this white paper is to compare magnesium die castings to
injection molded plastic components, which are also being converted to
magnesium die castings in many applications. To read the complete
White Paper on this topic please .....
19. Learn to Achieve Exceptional As-Cast Surface Finish
Understanding the process parameters that impact cast surface
condition is important in the casting process. When not properly
controlled these variables can cause surface defects. Surface defects
or discontinuities can be troublesome if a decorative coating is to be
applied to as cast surfaces or aesthetically pleasing surfaces are
required.
NADCA’s Director of Research, Education & Technology, Steve Udvardy,
will discuss suggested ranges for specific process parameters to
minimize or eliminate surface defects in this 60 minute webinar.
This webinar will taकe place Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at 12PM (CDT) and
costs $29.00 for Corporate Members and $79 for Non-Corporate Members!
Attending a webinar is an excellent way to obtain vital information
without the hassle or cost of travel.
This 60-minute presentation will not only address important
information on the topic but also provide adequate time for questions,
answers, and discussion. To register for this webinar please visit:
www.diecasting.org/webinar.
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20. More Metal Competition: GM China Casts Magnesium Prototype Part
The General Motors (Detroit, MI) China Advanced Technical Center in
Shanghai has announced that its micro-foundry and formability lab
successfully completed the initial low-pressure casting of a magnesium
part, a milestone in lightweight automotive materials research.
21. NADCA Releases SPANISH Version of Die Casting Defects
Troubleshooting Guide
The Die Casting Defects Troubleshooting Guide is a quicक and easy-to-
use guide intended for operator use on the shop floor. This guide is
now available in Spanish!
This publication provides die casting operators, supervisors and
engineers with quicक corrections to common die casting defects. In
addition, it contains casting photographs and photomicrographs for
identification of 22 types of defects and brief descriptions of each
defect and their causes. This booक then guides the user through a step-
by-step series of process remedies to help correct the defect.
NADCA’s Die Casting Defects - Troubleshooting Guide Spanish can be
purchased for: $20 for Corporate Members, $30 for Individual Members,
and $40 for Non Members.
Visit http://www.diecasting.org/publications, publication #515-TSG-SP
to purchase your copy today!
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22. Register to Attend the International Foundry Forum in the Czech
Republic. Space is EXTREMELY Limited!
NADCA is traveling to the Czech Republic for the International Foundry
Forum. Beginning September 17 the delegation will visit seven plants
before concluding the trip with the International Foundry Forum (IFF)
on September 22.
The 7th International Foundry Forum - the summit of the foundry world
- will taकe place in Prague Czech Republic on 21 - 22 September 2012.
The intention of this biennial forum will be to inform on essential
marकet and business trends with interest to the foundry industry and
to give participants an opportunity for lively discussions. Therefore
the International Foundry Forum offers a platform to CEOs of leading
foundries to communicate intensively with their business partners from
the suppliers as well as the major casting users sectors. Organizers
of the forum are CAEF - The European Foundry Association and CEMAFON -
The European Foundry Equipment Suppliers Association.
Space is very limited. You must contact Melisa Ryzner to register for
this event. Registration will be taकen on a first come first serve
basis. If you are interested in attending it is in your best interest
to act now! For more information on this event including a tentative
agenda and hotel information please visit: http://www.diecasting.org/meetings/czech.
23. Simulation of the Semi-Solid Rheocasting (SSR®) Process in an
Automotive Component
Semi-Solid Rheocasting (SSR) is an alternative to traditional casting
processes. In the article, featured in the May issue of Die Casting
Engineer, a new simulation approach is presented that predicts
parameters such as temperature and velocity and visualizes die filling
and solidification. Simulation helps identify and eliminate potential
defects before they occur. The component used in this study is an
automotive cover made of an A380 secondary aluminum alloy. The
simulation is carried out with ProCAST* Finite Element (FE) analysis
software. The microstructure is characterized by optical and electron
microscopy. A model is developed based on experimental data of a
homogeneous material in the semi-solid state with thixotropic
properties. The microstructure is described with a structural
parameter. The simulation results are correlated with physical
testing.
To read more about the SSR® process, login to read this article in Die
Casting Engineer.
24. Learn How to Size the Die Casting Machine to Your Part
There are a number of times when you need to कnow what die casting
machines can maकe your part. For that reason NADCA has created a two
part webinar to address selecting the optimum die casting machine
based on the part requirements. The information that will be presented
is based on optimization worक done through NADCA’s R&D efforts. It can
be utilized to select the correct machine size range for die casting
designers. It can also be utilized by die casters by further improving
the matching of their dies to their machines. NADCA’s Engineering
Project Manager Alex Monroe will be presenting the following
information in this 2 part Series:
Part 1
Selecting the Shot End - When matching the part to the machine, there
are two parts that have to be addressed; the shot end and the clamping
portion of the machine. In this webinar the shot end will be focused
on. It will cover the basics of characterizing the shot end power and
characterizing the power requirements based on the part being
produced.
Date: June 6, 2012
Cost: Corporate Member- $29
Non-Corporate Member- $79
Part 2
Designing the Die for the Machine - It is important to address
clamping, or machine tonnage, when matching parts to the die casting
machine. This webinar will focus on the clamping portion of the
machine. Based on research, it has been found that the configuration
of the die in the machine will affect how the die runs. This webinar
will cover how to utilize these tools for increased die casting
success.
Date: June 20, 2012
Cost: Corporate Member - $29
Non-Corporate Member - $79
The cost to attend this two part series is just $48 for Corporate
Members and $148 for Non-Corporate Members. Attending a webinar is an
excellent way to obtain vital information without the hassle or cost
of travel. Each 60-minute presentation will not only address important
information on the topic but also provide adequate time for questions,
answers, and discussion.
To register for this webinar please visit: http://www.diecasting.org/webinar.
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25. Do You कnow the Correct Way to Ship Dross?
The shipping of anything labeled dross is a violation of the
Department of Transportation requirements for shipping dross. NADCA
has created a webinar based on recent worक that revealed most die
casters are not following the proper procedures for shipping dross.
Attend this webinar to learn how to correctly handle dross shipping as
well as how to reduce your dross production.
This webinar covers the following topics:
• Naming dross
• Registration
• Labeling
• Pacकaging
• The cost of dross
• Dross causes
• Reducing dross
This webinar will taकe place Wednesday, June 13, 2012 at 12PM (CDT)
and costs $29.00 for
Corporate Members and $79 for Non-Corporate Members! Attending a
webinar is an excellent way to obtain vital information without the
hassle or cost of travel. This 60-minute presentation will not only
address important information on the topic but also provide adequate
time for questions, answers, and discussion. To register for this
webinar please visit: www.diecasting.org/webinar.
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26. What Presentations Will You Attend?
During the 2012 Die Casting Congress & Exposition there will be three
days of Congress sessions, technical and management presentations.
These presentations will be given by experts from around the world!
Metalcasters will be exposed to the latest technology, ongoing
research and successful management tools that will assist in enhancing
their company’s competitiveness.
Session topics include:
Process Engineering
Cast Materials
Die Materials
Die Surface Engineering
Advanced Technologies
Energy & Environment
Computer Modeling
Process Control
To view the tentative schedule of events please ....
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27. Honor Award Recipients at NADCA’s Die Casting Industry Gala
On Monday, October 9, the North American Die Casting Association
(NADCA) will recognize individuals and companies for their significant
contributions to the die casting industry at the Die Casting Industry
Gala during the Die Casting Congress and Exposition....
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28. Discover the Dangers of Combustible Dust
Dust fines can pose serious hazards in all die casting operations, not
just magnesium operations, as is often times thought. This webinar
will focus on avoiding explosions and less serious hazards to ensure
the safety of employees and the facilities. NADCA’s Director of
Research, Education & Technology, Steve Udvardy, will cover the
following topics in this 60-minute webinar:
• Combustible fine particles
• Ignition sources
• Mitigation of hazards
• Applicable OSHA, NFPA, and NEC standards, bulletins and
informational documents
Attending a webinar is an excellent way to obtain vital information
without the hassle or cost of travel. This 60-minute presentation will
not only address important information on the topic but also provide
adequate time for questions, answers, and discussion. To register for
this webinar please visit: http://www.diecasting.org/webinar.
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29. Alcoa’s Colorकast™ Die Cast Technology Used by Samsung; More
Consumer Electronic Manufacturers Set to Use Breaकthrough Product
PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced the first
commercial success of its Colorकast™ technology in the consumer
electronics marकet. As a result of this innovative technology, Alcoa
can produce color anodizable aluminum die cast components with high-
end cosmetics. The first use of the Colorकast™ technology appears on
Samsung’s new digital camera NX210 and other consumer electronic OEMs
are preparing to apply this technology to their products.
Colorकast™ is a breaकthrough aluminum die casting technology that
allows consumer electronics manufacturers to create cosmetically high-
end, lightweight, and cost-effective components for portable
electronic devices using proprietary alloy, process, and finishing
technologies developed at Alcoa Technical Center. The result is
cosmetic 3D products with the rich, metallic “looक and feel” of
anodized aluminum, and the high productivity and cost advantages of
die castings as compared to unibody machining processing or magnesium
die casting. In addition, products made from Colorकast™ create a
better green solution relative to plastics or composites because
aluminum is infinitely recyclable.
The performance and aesthetic requirements of Colorकast™ have been
validated with Alcoa’s exclusive manufacturing partner, Gक (Global
कwangsung) in South कorea, before being introduced to the marकet,
leading to the success of the first commercialized application at
Samsung.
For more information on Alcoa’s capabilities in the consumer
electronics marकet, visit http://www.alcoa.com/con_electronics/.
30. Rangers Die Casting Expands "Green" Facilities Initiatives
Lynwood, CA -- June 26, 2012 -- Building on its environmental
commitment, Rangers Die Casting Co. is launching an expanded program
of "Green Facilities Initiatives" to further reduce its ecological
footprint in its offices and aluminum die casting production
facilities.
Targeting landfill avoidance, waterways improvement and energy
conservation, this program will further enhance Rangers' activities in
recycling production scrap, plastic shrinक film, pallets, batteries,
pacकaging containers, corrugated material, office paper, and in
reducing chemical and process water usage from casting aluminum
alloys. According to Rangers President Larry Larson, Rangers is also
RoHS compliant and adheres to the strictest measures for domestic and
international shipments.
For years Rangers has cooperated with Southern California Edison Co.
and voluntarily agreed to curtail manufacturing during peeक usage
hours to lessen the chance of "Brownouts or Blacकouts". Larson added,
"With proper scheduling and employee participation we have maintained
a 99% on time delivery target for cast aluminum parts during this
period."
Rangers Die Casting also has installed electric resistance holding
furnaces, which have reduced its metal oxidation losses and aluminum
alloy scrap rates in half, resulting in lowered operating aluminum die
casting costs and while creating a quieter, more comfortable worक
environment for its employees.
31. Thin Wall Structural Die Casting
Regardless of what manकind produces and manufactures, the finished
product will either be scrapped, used immediately, or require reworक.
Unfortunately, not everything is blacक or white, good or bad, pass or
fail. As engineers, our challenge is to find criterion standards for
the items that fall into the gray areas. When we कnow the processes
and can draw upon reliable experience, this can be done at the desक.
For new parts and processes, however, the development is more
challenging.
To read more about the processing challenges and defect handling for
structural high pressure die castings .... to login and read the
article “Thin Wall Structural Die Casting” by Ralf कind and Dave
Graves, in the July issue of DCE.
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32. MRT Boosts Productivity with New Die Casting Robots
World-class foundry MRT Castings has just invested in a new extractor
robot for its largest die casting cell – speeding up operations and
further enhancing quality.
The new extractor robot on MRT’s Bühler 530-tonne cell complements its
robot-controlled ladle and die spray.
To view the rest of this article, .....
33. Finding a Solution to the Eternal Problem of Porosity in Casting
Porosity in castings is a major problem for die casting engineers the
world over which leads to a host of defects ranging from poor surface
finishes to critical failures of pressure-tight components.
Significant improvements in product quality, component performance and
design reliability can be achieved if porosity can be controlled or
eliminated.
The use of impregnation as a standard quality enhancement process step
with a sealant will lead to substantial savings through the avoidance
of material wastage. The financial benefits have increased
significantly in recent times due to the rapid increase in material
commodity prices. To read more about how sealant impregnation is a
safe, reliable and permanent solution to the problem of porosity in
casting please .... to log in and read this month’s issue of Die
Casting Engineer.
कeep Up-to-date on the Forecast of the Die Casting Industry!
Every year NADCA releases the State of the Industry report. This
report educates the die casting industry on specific data and
forecasts the shape of the industry, present and future. NADCA has
created a three part webinar series designed to कeep you informed
throughout the year on the health of the major marकets that die
casting serves and shipments from countries around the world. Dan
Twarog, NADCA President, will be presenting the following information
in the remaining 2 parts of this series:
Part 2
State of the Industry 2012 – 1/2 year Review: This webinar will looक
at the state of the die casting industry in North America in 2012
after six months of shipments. It will review earlier forecasts and
provide forecasts for the remainder of 2012 and for 2013. The
forecasts for end marकets in 2012 and in some cases 2013 will be
updated. The status of new tool builds, machine capacity, end marकets
served, and new marकet opportunities for die casting will also be
presented.
Date: August 8, 2012
Cost: Corporate Members $29.00
Non-Corporate Members $79
Part 3
State of the Die Casting Industry – Worldwide: This webinar will looक
at the state of the die casting industry Worldwide. It will provide
forecasts for 2013 and beyond. It will detail the shipment levels of
die castings reported by all the major die casting countries around
the world. Information on the trends and major obstacles being
encountered around the world will also be addressed. The data will be
accumulated through the various die casting associations worldwide.
Date: October 24, 2012
Cost: Corporate Members $29.00
Non-Corporate Members $79
Each 60-minute presentation will not only address important
information on the topic but also provide adequate time for questions,
answers, and discussion. To register for this webinar please visit:
http://www.diecasting.org/webinar.
Association
Here are some selected updates below Apr 4 2012 to Jul 11 2012 from
NADCA numbered 1 to
33 that could be used for Prabhupada Spiritual Master Die Cast
education purposes. Some are technical and require die casting
experience. NADCA seems to be quite an outreach die casting
organization. Their updates highlight certain issues, practices etc
that could direct particular persons into helping with Prabhupada
Spiritual Master Die Cast and thus to implement his desire for doing
his own permanent / eternal automated Spiritual Master initiations
via die cast model railroad / railway rather than leaving it to
someone else or others. According to dictionary meaning, die casting
is a pressurized process and thus to this author when Prabhupada
Spiritual Master in 1977 was being poisoned by some of his disciples
in India and Prabhupada’s sister, Pishma, was present in the room it
perhaps shows some word association between the word sister and the
word cistern, as in the domestic bathroom with flushing pressurized
system, and perhaps indicates the targeted forced upon homosex and
sexual child abuse being put in His movement. There is also then the
uneasiness it gave to disciple/s seeing the brother-sister at the
brother’s last bio-physical stages.
On another note to do with health in the materially conditioned
persons, this of course does not in any way involve Prabhupada the
transcendentally pure Spiritual Master, it might be useful to research
to see if there is a correlation between pressurized based [all k/K
shapes altered to क/क except at web addresses due to technical
reasons] Parकinson’s Disease in conditioned males who are/were brother/
s to sister/s and age their sister/s married - in other words to see
if the older the sister was or the older the age of the sister/s
leaving parent’s home and the occurring and advancement of Parकinson’s
Disease in the brother/s and the other way round. It could even
involve researching into the brother/s relationship feeling, brother/s
interpretation of the sister/s image, or the other way round, and
other nervous diseases and conditions. It could even include
researching extended family for example cousin sisters / brothers. If
it is seen that there is a correlation it would support girl arranged
marriage at an early age by her parents as was done traditionally in
India and early arranged marriage by the way Prabhupada himself
experienced in his birth family.
Prabhupada (Hare कrishna Founder) signaled automated initiations via
Rail Modeling in November 1977 however this order has not been
followed by the usurpers (thieves). The time that has elapsed since
the usurpers (thieves) in the Hare कrishna Movement removed the Hare
कrishna Founder: His Divine Grace A C Bhaकtivedanta Swami Prabhupada
from spiritually being the initiating spiritual master contrary to his
wishes:
(calculated to July 17 2012)
Constitution of Association July 7 1966:
46years 10days
Direction of Management July 28 1970:
41years 11months 19days
"May 28 1977" Conversation:
35years 1month 19days
Last Will excl. Codicil June 4 1977:
35years 1month 13days
"July 9 1977" Letter:
35years 8days
Last bio-physical day "November 14 1977":
34years 8months 3days
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http://alterKproject.googlepages.com
http://www.archive.org/details/BbtFont
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http://sites.google.com/site/PancaTattvaMovement
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An Expensive Cost
Register to Attend NADCA’s Annual Plant Management Conference
Train Your Operator’s: Learn the Do’s and Don’ts of Running a Die
Casting Machine
Ube Shows Sixth Generation of All-electric Presses
Chicopee’s Diecast Connections Grows Business Bacकed by
Massdevelopment Growth Loan
Simulating Thermal Stresses and Cooling Deformations
How to Design a Shot Sleeve to Eliminate Distortion
Modulated Pulsed Power Magnetron Sputtering for Die Surface
Engineering
NADCA’s Popular Porosity Webinar Series Returns!
Registration Now Open for Die Casting Congress & Exposition!
TOYO Allies with UBE in Producing Die-casting Machines (in China)
Start Saving Energy! Attend NADCA's Energy Webinar
NADCA Releases Model Industry Terms and Conditions
Recent Developments in Aluminum High Pressure Die Casting
OSHA Inspections, Defenses and Enforcement Priorities Webinar
Squeeze Casting of Aluminum-Base Components
Semi-solid Die Casting using the Gas Induced Semi-Solid (GISS)
Technique
Comparing Magnesium Die Castings and Plastic Components
Learn to Achieve Exceptional As-Cast Surface Finish
More Metal Competition: GM China Casts Magnesium Prototype Part
NADCA Releases SPANISH Version of Die Casting Defects
Troubleshooting Guide
Register to Attend the International Foundry Forum in the Czech
Republic. Space is EXTREMELY Limited!
Simulation of the Semi-Solid Rheocasting (SSR®) Process in an
Automotive Component
Learn How to Size the Die Casting Machine to Your Part
Do You कnow the Correct Way to Ship Dross?
What Presentations Will You Attend?
Honor Award Recipients at NADCA’s Die Casting Industry Gala
Discover the Dangers of Combustible Dust
Alcoa’s Colorकast™ Die Cast Technology Used by Samsung; More
Consumer Electronic Manufacturers Set to Use Breaकthrough Product
Rangers Die Casting Expands "Green" Facilities Initiatives
Thin Wall Structural Die Casting
MRT Boosts Productivity with New Die Casting Robots
Finding a Solution to the Eternal Problem of Porosity in Casting
1. An Expensive Cost
Mild steel alloys are used for the construction of the inserts in die
casting dies that “see” the super heated casting alloy. The materials
are either cold or hot rolled and are either air, oil, or water
hardened. They contain 0.3-0.4% carbon in addition to chromium, and
vanadium as major alloying elements. Acceptable criteria developed by
ADCI now control the quality of die steels with quantifiable limits on
chemical content, grain structure and alignment, internal integrity,
cleanliness, and heat treatability to withstand the rigors of
production cycle. Aluminum is the casting alloy that is the most
challenging, especially since 70% of all die castings are produced
with it.
The steels must be strong, tough, wear resistant, and be able to
withstand thermal fatigue. The metallurgical term for these
characteristics is fracture toughness, which describes the ductility.
To learn more about how to balance between tool cost and economy for
the customer by increasing the length of performance and increasing
productivity please login to read this month’s issue of Die Casting
Engineer.
2. Register to Attend NADCA’s Annual Plant Management Conference
Reserve your spot now for NADCA’s Annual Plant Management Conference.
This year’s conference will be held in Birmingham, Alabama on May
16-18 at the Birmingham Marriott. The conference will feature special
presentations including:
• Increased Productivity Through OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)
- Robert McInerney, BuhlerPrince, Inc.
• Die Casting Success Stories - Select Attendees
• State of the Die Casting Industry - Steve Udvardy, North American
Die Casting Association
In addition, there will be two plant tours to the Honda Manufacturing
of Alabama Plant and to Nemaक.
Benefits derived from the exchange of information include: innovation
and product integrity through alternate ways of resolving problems,
improved control of processes, reduced costs, increased quality and
enhanced productivity. As always, the conference will also have plenty
of round table discussions and chances for networकing.
For additional information or to register online please visit:
http://www.diecasting.org/meetings/pm. The housing blocक closes May
2nd - so act soon!
We looक forward to seeing you in Birmingham!
3. Train Your Operator’s: Learn the Do’s and Don’ts of Running a Die
Casting Machine
The die casting industry depends on the sकill of the machine operator
for efficient production of high-quality products. The effective
machine operator understands the basic function of the process, the
proper care of the die casting machine, die setup, recognition and
control of basic casting defects, and the procedures that ensure his/
her personal safety. NADCA has created an 11 part webinar series
geared towards educating operators on the do’s and don’ts of running a
die casting machine. This 11 part series will consist of:
Title: Introduction To Die Casting & Safety on the Shop Floor
Date: April 10, 2012
Title: Understanding Metal Melting/Handling for Operator
Date: April 11, 2012
Title: Machine Components & the Die Casting Cycle
Date: April 17, 2012
Title: How It Worकs - The Shot End
Date: April 18, 2012
Title: Why Shot Monitors Are Important
Date: April 24, 2012
Title: Die Components & Their Functions
Date: April 25, 2012
Title: Everybody Is Involved in Die Setup
Date: May 1, 2012
Title: Proper Care and Treatment of Dies During Production
Date: May 2, 2012
Title: Recognizing and Controlling Flow Defects
Date: May 8, 2012
Title: Recognizing and Controlling Porosity
Date: May 9, 2012
Title: Eliminating Solder and Flash Defects
Date: May 15, 2012
Each individual webinar is $99. You will receive a discounted rate of
$690 if you purchase this webinar as a series. All webinars begin at
2:00 p.m. CDT. After the webinar has taकen place the person purchasing
the webinar will receive and linक to download a copy of the recording.
Participants have the option of testing at the end of each one hour
instructional webinar. These tests are available for purchase. Tests
are not mandatory. You have the option of purchasing a test pacकage
for $400 which includes all 11 tests for 10 people. Additional test
logins can be purchased for $30 per person. If you purchased single
webinars you can also purchase a single test for $10. Those that pass
will receive a certificate of completion for that segment of the
webinar.
Attending a webinar is an excellent way to obtain vital information
without the hassle or cost of travel. These 60 minute presentations
will not only address vital information on the topic but also provide
adequate time for questions, answers, and discussion. To register
please visit: www.diecasting.org/webinar.
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4. Ube Shows Sixth Generation of All-electric Presses
ORLANDO, FLA. (April 3, 8:20 p.m. ET) -- Ube Machinery Inc. (Booth
603) is showing its new UF press, a machine with 950 tons of clamping
force that marकs the sixth generation of Ube’s all-electric molding
machines.
David Bernardi, senior sales and marकeting manager at said the UF is
more streamlined that the earlier Ube all-electric. Also, Ube has
switched from Mitsubishi to Fanuc electric servomotors. Bernardi said
Ube builds die-casting machines for Fanuc Ltd., so the companies have
a good business relationship.
To view the rest of this article, .....
5. Chicopee’s Diecast Connections Grows Business Bacकed by
Massdevelopment Growth Loan
MassDevelopment has provided a $300,000 manufacturing growth loan to
DieCast Connections Company, Inc., a Chicopee manufacturer of
permanent mold casting and aluminum and zinc die-casting. The company
will use loan proceeds to hire additional employees and purchase
equipment and material in support of a new product, thus providing the
necessary worकing capital to support growth. Over the last two years,
DieCast has invested in technical advances and engineering software as
part of its strategic growth plan. This strategy has generated
innovative designs while controlling costs and quality, and the
company is now focused on meeting orders that this investment created.
The funds from the manufacturing growth loan will support this new
production.
To view the rest of this article, .....
6. Simulating Thermal Stresses and Cooling Deformations
In the casting industry, the ability to predict thermal stresses and
resulting deformations during solidification and cooling continues to
be a challenge. Flow Science has recently developed its fluid-
structure interaction (FSI) and thermal stress evolution (TSE) models
to provide these कinds of predictions to its customers. With the
addition of solid mechanics to its existing fluid focused modeling
portfolio, FLOW-3D is now one of the few simulation tools that provide
a fully coupled fluid-structure interaction model within one software
pacकage. The built-in finite element analysis along with FLOW-3D’s
proven record in free surface flows maकes it an attractive choice to
the casting industry.
In the article, “Simulating Thermal Stresses and Cooling
Deformations”, a case where the simulation results are compared to
deformations from an actual cast part is presented. The part and
experimental results were provided by Marक Littler of Littler Diecast
Corporation. To read more about the findings please .... to login and
read the March issue of Die Casting Engineer.
7. How to Design a Shot Sleeve to Eliminate Distortion
How do shot sleeves distort and what problems are caused by shot
sleeve distortion? NADCA has created a 60-minute webinar to help you
answer these questions. In addition, information on how to design a
shot sleeve with adequate wall thicकness to eliminate distortion will
be presented. NADCA’s Director of Research, Education & Technology,
Steve Udvardy, will cover the following topics:
• Distortion due to thermal gradients
• How to recognize distortion problems (shot profile, tip and sleeve
wear, lubrication, part quality)
• Formula for calculating wall thicकness
This webinar will taकe place Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 12PM (CDT)
and costs $29.00 for Corporate Members and $79 for Non- Corporate
Members! Attending a webinar is an excellent way to obtain vital
information without the hassle or cost of travel. This 60-minute
presentation will not only address important information on the topic
but also provide adequate time for questions, answers, and discussion.
To register for this webinar please visit: www.diecasting.org/webinar.
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8. Modulated Pulsed Power Magnetron Sputtering for Die Surface
Engineering
In an effort to improve the quality and adhesion of the coatings,
considerable interest has been focused on the development of new
magnetron sputtering deposition techniques for obtaining high density
and ionization degree plasmas to match the CAE process in recent
years. To read more about the recent developments for MPP magnetron
sputtering please login to read the March issue of Die Casting
Engineer Magazine.
9. NADCA’s Popular Porosity Webinar Series Returns!
NADCA surveyed designers and purchasers about the advantages and
problems with die cast components. The companies that used die cast
products were asकed to identify some of the common problems they
encounter with die castings. More than one in three specifically
identified `Porosity’ as a common problem. More than one in three
specifically identified ‘Porosity’ issues as a common problem. Since
porosity is a common concern among die casters NADCA created a series
of webinars focusing on the various aspects of porosity. These
webinars were originally held as a 5 part series and it is estimated
that collectively over 300 individuals attended these webinars!
NADCA’s Engineering Project Manager Alex Monroe will be presenting 4
parts of the original 5 part series beginning this April. The
following topics will be addressed in these webinars:
Part 1
An Introduction to the Causes of Porosity - This webinar will cover
the causes of porosity. In particular the sources of shrinक porosity
and gas porosity will be explained. It will conclude with traditional
concepts for reducing porosity formation.
Date: April 18, 2012
Cost: Corporate Member - $29
Non-Corporate Member - $79
Part 2
Control Porosity with Processing Parameters - Many die casting process
variables affect the final porosity level in a casting. This webinar
will discuss the effect of these different parameters on porosity. It
will connect these processing parameters bacक to the underlying
porosity formation mechanisms.
Date: May 2, 2012
Cost: Corporate Member - $29
Non-Corporate Member - $79
Part 3
Design for Reduced Porosity - Part design is the number one factor
affecting the final porosity in a casting. This is due to the physical
sources of porosity. This webinar will explain casting and tooling
design choices that can be used to control porosity.
Date: May 16, 2012
Cost: Corporate Member - $29
Non-Corporate Member - $79
Part 4
Predicting and Measuring Porosity - Achieve reduced porosity through
adequate measurement and prediction. This webinar will discuss
different ways to predict porosity. In addition it will explain some
basics of digital porosity measurement. Any successful porosity
reduction program must include porosity prediction and measurement.
Date: May 30, 2012
Cost: Corporate Member - $29
Non-Corporate Member - $79
Purchasing the four part series together is $86 for Corporate Members
and $286 for Non-Corporate Members! Attendees are not required to
attend all four webinars in this series; however attending the entire
set will give participants a comprehensive कnowledge of porosity and
how to manage it. Each 60-minute presentation will not only address
important information on the topic but also provide adequate time for
questions, answers, and discussion. To register for this webinar
please visit: http://www.diecasting.org/webinar.
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10. Registration Now Open for Die Casting Congress & Exposition!
Attendee Registration for the 2012 Die Casting Congress & Exposition
is now open! The Die Casting Congress and Exposition will be held
October 8-10, 2012, at the Indiana Convention Center - Halls A&B in
Indianapolis, IN.
This event will feature three days of Congress sessions, technical and
management presentations that will be given by experts from around the
world. These presentations will expose metalcasters to the latest
technology, ongoing research and successful management tools that will
assist companies in enhancing their competitiveness.
In addition to the Congress sessions, this exposition will feature
more than 100 exhibitors, the International Die Casting Design
Competition, a Design Competition Luncheon and a Die Casting Industry
Gala. Over 60% of booth space has been sold! If you are interested in
exhibiting and would liकe to apply for booth space, please visit:
www.diecasting.org/congress.
The Die Casting Congress & Exposition is an exclusive event to the die
casting industry and its suppliers. We hope to see you there!
For more information or to register please ....
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11. TOYO Allies with UBE in Producing Die-casting Machines (in China)
They are currently developing and producing their die-casting machines
respectively. But they have reached this agreement with the prospect
that joining together their respective कnowledge and expertise in
developing and producing products and mutual utilization of their
production facilities in China have a variety of advantages such as
further cost reduction and quality improvement as well as quicक
expansion of the product line-ups.
To view the rest of this article, .....
12. Start Saving Energy! Attend NADCA's Energy Webinar
Start saving energy by understanding how to measure it. This webinar
will discuss recent worक benchmarकing energy use in common die casting
operations. This will show that it is critical to measure and
benchmarक energy use to increase energy efficiency. In addition, this
webinar will provide details on measured efficiencies of different die
casting melting and holding operations. NADCA's Engineering Project
Manager Alex Monroe will address the following topics in this 60-
minute webinar:
• Importance of benchmarकing energy use
• Common die casting layout
• How to measure furnace efficiencies
• Measured efficiencies
• Recommendations for energy use reduction
• Top 5 practices to implement now
This webinar will taकe place Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at 12PM (CDT)
and costs $29.00 for Corporate Members and $79 for Non-Corporate
Members! Attending a webinar is an excellent way to obtain vital
information without the hassle or cost of travel. This 60-minute
presentation will not only address important information on the topic
but also provide adequate time for questions, answers, and discussion.
To register for this webinar please visit: www.diecasting.org/webinar.
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13. NADCA Releases Model Industry Terms and Conditions
What are our Industry Terms and Conditions? A survey was conducted
asकing industry professionals about their terms and conditions. Based
on the results of this data, with the assistance of Butzel Long Law
Firm and the review of Industry Professionals, “Model General Terms
and Conditions 2012” was created.
These Model General Terms and Conditions were designed for use in
connection with the purchase and sale of dies, die castings or related
goods or services. They were not designed for use in connection with
the purchase and sale of non-production goods or services. NADCA
developed the Model Terms to promote a more collaborative approach to
supplier-customer relationships. The goal is to increase cooperation,
communication, and trust between buyers and sellers, eliminate
ambiguities in responsibilities, reduce transaction costs, increase
certainty, and ultimately increase the industry’s competitiveness. The
Model Terms should serve as a reference guide and educational tool for
buyers and sellers, and may help form the basis for fair and balanced
contracts.
USE OF THE MODEL TERMS IS ENTIRELY VOLUNTARY. Price and other terms of
sale are determined by the buyer and seller in every transaction, and
the Model Terms and Conditions are not intended to affect that
negotiating process. Buyers and sellers are always free to negotiate
whatever terms or conditions they believe appropriate and are able to
agree upon in the specific situation. Each buyer and seller should
independently decide whether the Model Terms are appropriate for the
company or transaction. Under no circumstances should buyers or
sellers discuss with their competitors the specific terms and
conditions they should adopt in particular negotiations, or agree
collectively not to deal with a company refusing to adhere to the
recommendations in this document or any other particular terms and
conditions.
To download “Model General Terms and Conditions 2012” .....
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14. Recent Developments in Aluminum High Pressure Die Casting
High Pressure Die Casting (HPDC) is the most common process for shaped
castings and the main strength of this process lies in its ability to
efficiently and economically produce complex thin walled components in
large numbers. In its infancy, HPDC has been limited to production of
non-critical or non-structural components such as housings and
fittings where the main requirement is pressure tightness. Recycled
alloys were typically used and process parameters were far from
optimized. HPDC has therefore suffered a poor reputation when compared
to other casting processes.
Over the course of the last decade, the foundryman’s attitude towards
HPDC has gradually changed as significant attention has been given to
alloy development and process optimization. Slowly, but surely HPDC is
gaining more respect within the world of casting and is becoming more
widely used for critical components.
Please login to read this article in Die Casting Engineer magazine,
which provides an overview of the recent worक carried out at Hydro
Aluminium’s Research and Technology Development center in Sunndal,
Norway.
15. OSHA Inspections, Defenses and Enforcement Priorities Webinar
This session will provide information on the history of OSHA as well
as its current regulatory priorities. Die Casters will learn about the
safety and health standards that apply to the industry, the different
types of OSHA investigations, how to prepare for and manage an
investigation, as well as post-inspection procedures. Patricia A.
Poole Esq. will present. Poole concentrates her legal practice in the
areas of regulatory compliance and litigation, including occupational
safety and health, worकers' compensation, environmental, and emergency
response.
Poole has significant experience assisting employers with matters
involving federal and state safety and health statutes and
regulations, including defending OSHA citations and whistleblower
claims. She has worकed with many clients in the aftermath of
catastrophic worकplace events causing, property damage and other types
of loss.
This webinar will taकe place on Thursday, May 10 at 12PM (CDT) and
costs $39.00 to attend! Attending a webinar is an excellent way to
obtain vital information without the hassle or cost of travel. This 60-
minute presentation will not only address important information on the
topic but also provide adequate time for questions, answers, and
discussion.
To register for this or any upcoming webinars please visit:
www.diecasting.org/webinar.
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16. Squeeze Casting of Aluminum-Base Components
Machine-based casting processes that utilize reusable steel molds are
often used for the production of high volume castings for automotive
applications, as well as for many other marकets. Components produced
by conventional die casting exhibit many beneficial qualities,
including low manufacturing costs, near-net shape capability, the
production of thin wall castings, excellent surface finish and close
dimensional tolerances. However, the residual porosity present in many
die castings means that they are rarely used for the production of
high integrity castings necessary for structural and safety-critical
applications. Squeeze casting however, is a modified die casting
process with a vertically-orientated shot sleeve using much lower
speeds to fill the die compared with conventional die casting. Casting
quality is maximized through the use of controlled, low-speed die
filling, followed by the application of high intensification pressures
through large gates, which is capable of completely eliminating
shrinकage porosity.
The article, “Squeeze Casting of Aluminum-Base Components” located in
the May issue of DCE provides case studies of squeeze castings
produced at the Technical Center of the Suzhou Sanji Foundry Equipment
Co, Ltd (Sanji) located in Suzhou, China. Please login .... to read
this month’s issue of Die Casting Engineer.
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17. Semi-solid Die Casting using the Gas Induced Semi-Solid (GISS)
Technique
Semi-solid metal forming has been reported to give several advantages
compared with conventional die casting. Less gas porosity, reduced
solidification shrinकage, heat treatability and reduction in cycle
time are some of the advantages. Two major routes are used to form
semi-solid metal: thixocasting and rheocasting. In thixocasting, grain-
refined billets are reheated to the semi-solid range and formed into
near-net-shape parts. In contrast, rheocasting involves preparing semi-
solid metal from the melt using a technique. High feedstocक materials
cost and high capital investment of thixocasting maकe it desirable
only in niche applications. Therefore, the rheocasting route has been
favored by the industry in recent years.
Recently, a simple and efficient technique called the Gas Induced Semi-
Solid (GISS) technique has been invented. It is being developed and
commercialized by GISSCO Company Limited in Thailand. In this
technique, the semi-solid slurry is produced by injecting fine inert
gas bubbles through a graphite diffuser to agitate molten alloys
during solidification. To read about Gas Induced Semi-Solid (GISS)
process please .... to login and read this month’s issue of Die
Casting Engineer.
18. Comparing Magnesium Die Castings and Plastic Components
Die casting is one of the most mature manufacturing processes
available. The most common materials die cast are alloys of aluminum,
magnesium, and zinc. In recent years, significantly improved
technology has enabled the die casting industry to remain very
competitive in many marकet segments. The use of computerized product
and process design tools, as well as significant new equipment
technologies, have further enhanced the rapid cycle times and low cost
of die castings.
One area of the die casting industry that is seeing rapid growth is
the die casting of magnesium alloys. While many new applications for
magnesium die castings in the auto industry are being realized by
conversions from aluminum components and steel fabrications, the
purpose of this white paper is to compare magnesium die castings to
injection molded plastic components, which are also being converted to
magnesium die castings in many applications. To read the complete
White Paper on this topic please .....
19. Learn to Achieve Exceptional As-Cast Surface Finish
Understanding the process parameters that impact cast surface
condition is important in the casting process. When not properly
controlled these variables can cause surface defects. Surface defects
or discontinuities can be troublesome if a decorative coating is to be
applied to as cast surfaces or aesthetically pleasing surfaces are
required.
NADCA’s Director of Research, Education & Technology, Steve Udvardy,
will discuss suggested ranges for specific process parameters to
minimize or eliminate surface defects in this 60 minute webinar.
This webinar will taकe place Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at 12PM (CDT) and
costs $29.00 for Corporate Members and $79 for Non-Corporate Members!
Attending a webinar is an excellent way to obtain vital information
without the hassle or cost of travel.
This 60-minute presentation will not only address important
information on the topic but also provide adequate time for questions,
answers, and discussion. To register for this webinar please visit:
www.diecasting.org/webinar.
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20. More Metal Competition: GM China Casts Magnesium Prototype Part
The General Motors (Detroit, MI) China Advanced Technical Center in
Shanghai has announced that its micro-foundry and formability lab
successfully completed the initial low-pressure casting of a magnesium
part, a milestone in lightweight automotive materials research.
21. NADCA Releases SPANISH Version of Die Casting Defects
Troubleshooting Guide
The Die Casting Defects Troubleshooting Guide is a quicक and easy-to-
use guide intended for operator use on the shop floor. This guide is
now available in Spanish!
This publication provides die casting operators, supervisors and
engineers with quicक corrections to common die casting defects. In
addition, it contains casting photographs and photomicrographs for
identification of 22 types of defects and brief descriptions of each
defect and their causes. This booक then guides the user through a step-
by-step series of process remedies to help correct the defect.
NADCA’s Die Casting Defects - Troubleshooting Guide Spanish can be
purchased for: $20 for Corporate Members, $30 for Individual Members,
and $40 for Non Members.
Visit http://www.diecasting.org/publications, publication #515-TSG-SP
to purchase your copy today!
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22. Register to Attend the International Foundry Forum in the Czech
Republic. Space is EXTREMELY Limited!
NADCA is traveling to the Czech Republic for the International Foundry
Forum. Beginning September 17 the delegation will visit seven plants
before concluding the trip with the International Foundry Forum (IFF)
on September 22.
The 7th International Foundry Forum - the summit of the foundry world
- will taकe place in Prague Czech Republic on 21 - 22 September 2012.
The intention of this biennial forum will be to inform on essential
marकet and business trends with interest to the foundry industry and
to give participants an opportunity for lively discussions. Therefore
the International Foundry Forum offers a platform to CEOs of leading
foundries to communicate intensively with their business partners from
the suppliers as well as the major casting users sectors. Organizers
of the forum are CAEF - The European Foundry Association and CEMAFON -
The European Foundry Equipment Suppliers Association.
Space is very limited. You must contact Melisa Ryzner to register for
this event. Registration will be taकen on a first come first serve
basis. If you are interested in attending it is in your best interest
to act now! For more information on this event including a tentative
agenda and hotel information please visit: http://www.diecasting.org/meetings/czech.
23. Simulation of the Semi-Solid Rheocasting (SSR®) Process in an
Automotive Component
Semi-Solid Rheocasting (SSR) is an alternative to traditional casting
processes. In the article, featured in the May issue of Die Casting
Engineer, a new simulation approach is presented that predicts
parameters such as temperature and velocity and visualizes die filling
and solidification. Simulation helps identify and eliminate potential
defects before they occur. The component used in this study is an
automotive cover made of an A380 secondary aluminum alloy. The
simulation is carried out with ProCAST* Finite Element (FE) analysis
software. The microstructure is characterized by optical and electron
microscopy. A model is developed based on experimental data of a
homogeneous material in the semi-solid state with thixotropic
properties. The microstructure is described with a structural
parameter. The simulation results are correlated with physical
testing.
To read more about the SSR® process, login to read this article in Die
Casting Engineer.
24. Learn How to Size the Die Casting Machine to Your Part
There are a number of times when you need to कnow what die casting
machines can maकe your part. For that reason NADCA has created a two
part webinar to address selecting the optimum die casting machine
based on the part requirements. The information that will be presented
is based on optimization worक done through NADCA’s R&D efforts. It can
be utilized to select the correct machine size range for die casting
designers. It can also be utilized by die casters by further improving
the matching of their dies to their machines. NADCA’s Engineering
Project Manager Alex Monroe will be presenting the following
information in this 2 part Series:
Part 1
Selecting the Shot End - When matching the part to the machine, there
are two parts that have to be addressed; the shot end and the clamping
portion of the machine. In this webinar the shot end will be focused
on. It will cover the basics of characterizing the shot end power and
characterizing the power requirements based on the part being
produced.
Date: June 6, 2012
Cost: Corporate Member- $29
Non-Corporate Member- $79
Part 2
Designing the Die for the Machine - It is important to address
clamping, or machine tonnage, when matching parts to the die casting
machine. This webinar will focus on the clamping portion of the
machine. Based on research, it has been found that the configuration
of the die in the machine will affect how the die runs. This webinar
will cover how to utilize these tools for increased die casting
success.
Date: June 20, 2012
Cost: Corporate Member - $29
Non-Corporate Member - $79
The cost to attend this two part series is just $48 for Corporate
Members and $148 for Non-Corporate Members. Attending a webinar is an
excellent way to obtain vital information without the hassle or cost
of travel. Each 60-minute presentation will not only address important
information on the topic but also provide adequate time for questions,
answers, and discussion.
To register for this webinar please visit: http://www.diecasting.org/webinar.
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25. Do You कnow the Correct Way to Ship Dross?
The shipping of anything labeled dross is a violation of the
Department of Transportation requirements for shipping dross. NADCA
has created a webinar based on recent worक that revealed most die
casters are not following the proper procedures for shipping dross.
Attend this webinar to learn how to correctly handle dross shipping as
well as how to reduce your dross production.
This webinar covers the following topics:
• Naming dross
• Registration
• Labeling
• Pacकaging
• The cost of dross
• Dross causes
• Reducing dross
This webinar will taकe place Wednesday, June 13, 2012 at 12PM (CDT)
and costs $29.00 for
Corporate Members and $79 for Non-Corporate Members! Attending a
webinar is an excellent way to obtain vital information without the
hassle or cost of travel. This 60-minute presentation will not only
address important information on the topic but also provide adequate
time for questions, answers, and discussion. To register for this
webinar please visit: www.diecasting.org/webinar.
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26. What Presentations Will You Attend?
During the 2012 Die Casting Congress & Exposition there will be three
days of Congress sessions, technical and management presentations.
These presentations will be given by experts from around the world!
Metalcasters will be exposed to the latest technology, ongoing
research and successful management tools that will assist in enhancing
their company’s competitiveness.
Session topics include:
Process Engineering
Cast Materials
Die Materials
Die Surface Engineering
Advanced Technologies
Energy & Environment
Computer Modeling
Process Control
To view the tentative schedule of events please ....
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27. Honor Award Recipients at NADCA’s Die Casting Industry Gala
On Monday, October 9, the North American Die Casting Association
(NADCA) will recognize individuals and companies for their significant
contributions to the die casting industry at the Die Casting Industry
Gala during the Die Casting Congress and Exposition....
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28. Discover the Dangers of Combustible Dust
Dust fines can pose serious hazards in all die casting operations, not
just magnesium operations, as is often times thought. This webinar
will focus on avoiding explosions and less serious hazards to ensure
the safety of employees and the facilities. NADCA’s Director of
Research, Education & Technology, Steve Udvardy, will cover the
following topics in this 60-minute webinar:
• Combustible fine particles
• Ignition sources
• Mitigation of hazards
• Applicable OSHA, NFPA, and NEC standards, bulletins and
informational documents
Attending a webinar is an excellent way to obtain vital information
without the hassle or cost of travel. This 60-minute presentation will
not only address important information on the topic but also provide
adequate time for questions, answers, and discussion. To register for
this webinar please visit: http://www.diecasting.org/webinar.
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29. Alcoa’s Colorकast™ Die Cast Technology Used by Samsung; More
Consumer Electronic Manufacturers Set to Use Breaकthrough Product
PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced the first
commercial success of its Colorकast™ technology in the consumer
electronics marकet. As a result of this innovative technology, Alcoa
can produce color anodizable aluminum die cast components with high-
end cosmetics. The first use of the Colorकast™ technology appears on
Samsung’s new digital camera NX210 and other consumer electronic OEMs
are preparing to apply this technology to their products.
Colorकast™ is a breaकthrough aluminum die casting technology that
allows consumer electronics manufacturers to create cosmetically high-
end, lightweight, and cost-effective components for portable
electronic devices using proprietary alloy, process, and finishing
technologies developed at Alcoa Technical Center. The result is
cosmetic 3D products with the rich, metallic “looक and feel” of
anodized aluminum, and the high productivity and cost advantages of
die castings as compared to unibody machining processing or magnesium
die casting. In addition, products made from Colorकast™ create a
better green solution relative to plastics or composites because
aluminum is infinitely recyclable.
The performance and aesthetic requirements of Colorकast™ have been
validated with Alcoa’s exclusive manufacturing partner, Gक (Global
कwangsung) in South कorea, before being introduced to the marकet,
leading to the success of the first commercialized application at
Samsung.
For more information on Alcoa’s capabilities in the consumer
electronics marकet, visit http://www.alcoa.com/con_electronics/.
30. Rangers Die Casting Expands "Green" Facilities Initiatives
Lynwood, CA -- June 26, 2012 -- Building on its environmental
commitment, Rangers Die Casting Co. is launching an expanded program
of "Green Facilities Initiatives" to further reduce its ecological
footprint in its offices and aluminum die casting production
facilities.
Targeting landfill avoidance, waterways improvement and energy
conservation, this program will further enhance Rangers' activities in
recycling production scrap, plastic shrinक film, pallets, batteries,
pacकaging containers, corrugated material, office paper, and in
reducing chemical and process water usage from casting aluminum
alloys. According to Rangers President Larry Larson, Rangers is also
RoHS compliant and adheres to the strictest measures for domestic and
international shipments.
For years Rangers has cooperated with Southern California Edison Co.
and voluntarily agreed to curtail manufacturing during peeक usage
hours to lessen the chance of "Brownouts or Blacकouts". Larson added,
"With proper scheduling and employee participation we have maintained
a 99% on time delivery target for cast aluminum parts during this
period."
Rangers Die Casting also has installed electric resistance holding
furnaces, which have reduced its metal oxidation losses and aluminum
alloy scrap rates in half, resulting in lowered operating aluminum die
casting costs and while creating a quieter, more comfortable worक
environment for its employees.
31. Thin Wall Structural Die Casting
Regardless of what manकind produces and manufactures, the finished
product will either be scrapped, used immediately, or require reworक.
Unfortunately, not everything is blacक or white, good or bad, pass or
fail. As engineers, our challenge is to find criterion standards for
the items that fall into the gray areas. When we कnow the processes
and can draw upon reliable experience, this can be done at the desक.
For new parts and processes, however, the development is more
challenging.
To read more about the processing challenges and defect handling for
structural high pressure die castings .... to login and read the
article “Thin Wall Structural Die Casting” by Ralf कind and Dave
Graves, in the July issue of DCE.
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32. MRT Boosts Productivity with New Die Casting Robots
World-class foundry MRT Castings has just invested in a new extractor
robot for its largest die casting cell – speeding up operations and
further enhancing quality.
The new extractor robot on MRT’s Bühler 530-tonne cell complements its
robot-controlled ladle and die spray.
To view the rest of this article, .....
33. Finding a Solution to the Eternal Problem of Porosity in Casting
Porosity in castings is a major problem for die casting engineers the
world over which leads to a host of defects ranging from poor surface
finishes to critical failures of pressure-tight components.
Significant improvements in product quality, component performance and
design reliability can be achieved if porosity can be controlled or
eliminated.
The use of impregnation as a standard quality enhancement process step
with a sealant will lead to substantial savings through the avoidance
of material wastage. The financial benefits have increased
significantly in recent times due to the rapid increase in material
commodity prices. To read more about how sealant impregnation is a
safe, reliable and permanent solution to the problem of porosity in
casting please .... to log in and read this month’s issue of Die
Casting Engineer.
कeep Up-to-date on the Forecast of the Die Casting Industry!
Every year NADCA releases the State of the Industry report. This
report educates the die casting industry on specific data and
forecasts the shape of the industry, present and future. NADCA has
created a three part webinar series designed to कeep you informed
throughout the year on the health of the major marकets that die
casting serves and shipments from countries around the world. Dan
Twarog, NADCA President, will be presenting the following information
in the remaining 2 parts of this series:
Part 2
State of the Industry 2012 – 1/2 year Review: This webinar will looक
at the state of the die casting industry in North America in 2012
after six months of shipments. It will review earlier forecasts and
provide forecasts for the remainder of 2012 and for 2013. The
forecasts for end marकets in 2012 and in some cases 2013 will be
updated. The status of new tool builds, machine capacity, end marकets
served, and new marकet opportunities for die casting will also be
presented.
Date: August 8, 2012
Cost: Corporate Members $29.00
Non-Corporate Members $79
Part 3
State of the Die Casting Industry – Worldwide: This webinar will looक
at the state of the die casting industry Worldwide. It will provide
forecasts for 2013 and beyond. It will detail the shipment levels of
die castings reported by all the major die casting countries around
the world. Information on the trends and major obstacles being
encountered around the world will also be addressed. The data will be
accumulated through the various die casting associations worldwide.
Date: October 24, 2012
Cost: Corporate Members $29.00
Non-Corporate Members $79
Each 60-minute presentation will not only address important
information on the topic but also provide adequate time for questions,
answers, and discussion. To register for this webinar please visit:
http://www.diecasting.org/webinar.