Cost effective, technically and environmentally advanced diecasting 05 Aug 19 Profile on an international, family-owned, industrial company with headquarters in Hildesheim, Germany. As a leading formulator and manufacturer of industrial lubricants, speciality...
Dosing furnace lining with INSURAL pre-cast shapes reduces downtime in foundries 05 Aug 19 By using INSURAL* pre-cast shapes for furnace relining, sintering can be dispensed with and a constant density index can be achieved. The use of high-quality insulating materials in the lining...
A driven goal and a winning formula 05 Aug 19 In terms of mobility, sustainability and efficiency – a great deal can be learned from Williams Advanced Engineering and DCS members had the opportunity to see this for themselves during a...
Engineering History and Moulding the Future 03 Jun 19 Sixty years of innovation dating back to parent company Baker Perkins, a 35-year anniversary for the Omega brand and a year on from becoming part of the largest global manufacturer of foundry...
Take a seat for a fresh approach 03 Jun 19 This year Clansman Dynamics is celebrating 25 years of producing the world’s leading and largest ranges of handling manipulators. The company has built a worldwide reputation for continued...
Energising the future effectively 03 Jun 19 A new highly energy-efficient foundry being built for Scania in Sweden will benefit from the superior capabilities of the latest induction melting equipment. A proven track record, exceptional...
Creating an innovation culture – an environment for staff to thrive 03 Jun 19 To tackle the medical, engineering and environmental challenges of the future, innovation is essential. Scientists and engineers must contend with enhancing virtual reality, securing cyberspace,...
Impressive performance by the Bright World of Metals 03 Jun 19 More than 2,100 exhibitors at GIFA, METEC, THERMPROCESS and NEWCAST 2019 Excellent registration figures have been announced for the ‘Bright World of Metals’ with around 2,100...
Tremendous potential – environmental, economic and social sustainability in foundries 06 May 19 Foundries are one of the best examples of resource efficiency and sustainability as castings implement the recycling concept almost completely. Once their life cycle is over, castings are...
Reflecting a technology focused industry 06 May 19 A dramatic change of image to reflect a more polarised industry and adjusting to appeal to the next generation is how the new Diecasting Society president sees the development of the organisation in...
Industrial trends for 2019 06 May 19 Industry 4.0, the Fourth Industrial Revolution or the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), regardless of the phrase used to describe digitalisation in manufacturing, there’s no denying that a...
Getting melt into shape: tools and moulds in diecasting technology 06 May 19 A central issue regarding the diecasting process is the mould, it determines the contours of a die cast part and affects its properties. Mould making still has a huge development potential,...
Proud to be globally based in Britain 08 Apr 19 The FESA British Pavilion is a regular feature of GIFA and this year is no exception. Based in hall 15 and on stand H22, the British Pavilion will highlight the immense and varied capabilities...
Manipulating the surroundings to fit future needs 08 Apr 19 A world-leading manipulator and semi-automated finishing company has marked 25 years in business with the opening of an impressive new machine shop. Since the installation of its first manipulator...
Binder technology and engineering – hand in hand 08 Apr 19 The continued collaboration between two leading foundry machinery companies, a willingness to make significant leaps in technology and a commitment to establishing a young and dedicated team has...
Health & Safety in the 21st Century 08 Apr 19 From candid accounts of the human cost of industrial accidents to the moral obligation of keeping employees and visitors safe and healthy on site, the Health & Safety in the 21st Century seminar...
Welding fume enforcement expectations tighten 08 Apr 19 A new safety alert by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) in the UK states exposure to any type of welding fume is now classified as carcinogenic, and safety expectations have changed, writes...
Shaping the future in castings: five important trends for foundries to feature at GIFA 2019 08 Apr 19 Aluminium is displacing classic steel, the shortage of skilled workers is to be compensated for by progressive automation, and environmental protection is increasingly becoming a priority –...
Wash away? not today, or any other day 03 Mar 19 What started as a mission to rescue a beloved lawn during a hosepipe ban became a catalyst for one man to provide an industrial spill containment solution that saves companies time, money, the risk...
CEOs Reshaping the Foundry Industry 03 Mar 19 The inaugural WFO World Foundry Summit attracted senior foundry sector professionals from 17 countries to engage with each other to share best practice to help shape the future of the global...
Wax 3D printing is next generation for investment casting 03 Mar 19 A wax 3D printing solution for the digital foundry helps Invest Cast Inc dramatically cut time and cost for cast parts and grow business. Founded in 1981, Invest Cast, Inc has steadily grown its...
Energy, costs and environment in mind 03 Mar 19 High energy costs, environmental impact and political targets are essential issues that lead diecasting foundries to implement measures concerning resource efficiency and environmental...
Celebrating precision engineered solutions in cast metal 01 Feb 19 A ‘never been done’ cast aluminium solution for the automotive industry is hailed as the Best of British Casting at the Cast Metals Industry Awards Dinner. The Component of the Year...
METAL CHINA and CIDC 2019 01 Feb 19 The global foundry industry will gather in Shanghai on 13-16th March 2019. The 17th China International Foundry Expo (METAL CHINA 2019) together with the 13th China International Die Casting...
A plug & play, finishing machine on wheels for portability 01 Feb 19 Newly launched at the Southern Manufacturing show was the Rösler ‘plug and play’ RMO trough machine – compact, mobile and versatile for finishing both plastic and metal...
Shaping the industry around BREXIT 01 Feb 19 Technology trends for 2019 Henry Ford once said: “When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the aeroplane takes off against the wind, not with it”. 2019 will...
A ground-breaking forum in India for sharing best practice in health, safety and wellbeing 01 Feb 19 One of the most trusted international leaders in health, safety and environmental management has launched the India Safety Leadership Group, a forum for its members in India to share best practice...
Three steps to machine safety 07 Dec 18 Did you know the added benefits to machine safety? According to accidents reported under RIDDOR in 2017, nine per cent of fatal injuries were found to be caused by contact with moving machinery....
Successful premiere for EUROGUSS Mexico 07 Dec 18 EUROGUSS Mexico made its debut at the Fundiexpo, Mexico's biggest foundry exhibition, in Guadalajara (24th to 26th October 2018). Exhibitors and visitors alike were extremely happy with the...
Casting and steel – THE FUTURE IS DIGITAL 07 Dec 18 First-hand experience of the digital future no longer requires a visit to Silicon Valley. More and more companies are realising that within the quartet of technology trade fairs GIFA, METEC,...
Tomorrow’s tech is here today 02 Nov 18 Automation expert launches whitepaper explaining the reality of IIoT Many countries around the world are introducing initiatives aiming to achieve industrial digitalisation in the next 10-15...
Global positivity DRIVEN by automotive change and new opportunities 02 Nov 18 A global review of the metal casting industry The objective of the annual WFO Global Foundry Report is to provide high value information about the global casting industry, including key areas of...
