Challenges in the market for structural castings posed by globalization
Die casting is an economic method for the manufacture of structural components. The foundries that operate in this area have to cope with a number of challenges. The use of modern manufacturing technology…
The circular foundry
Assofond has drawn up and published its first sustainability report highlighting the description of a transparent field, aware of environmental issues, sound and able to compete as protagonist in the world. With the…
3D printing lands in foundry
The innovations brought by 3D printing can effectively support the traditional foundry process. here is how it is possible to implement, through the FDM technology, disposable patterns for the casting of mechanical/hydraulic components…
Digitizing Raw Materials Planning in Engineered Goods
Using digital tools to coordinate purchasing across plants can reduce inventory by half without damaging either plant efficiency or customer service. Many engineered metals companies have been using acquisitions to grow. However, once…
Riri Group invests in the Supply Chain
Leader in the manufacturing of zips and buttons, thanks to its brands Riri, Cobrax and Meras, the Group continues to grow and acquires MR Plating SA and SPM Pressofusione S.r.l. The Riri Group…
EUROGUSS 2018: Mecca for the international die-casting industry
The latest EUROGUSS came to an end on 18 January 2018 after three successful days that set a new record for visitor numbers. Snow, rain, squalls and the associated traffic chaos in many…
A bright future for die casting
Does die casting technologies and processes still exist in the “era of additive manufacturing”? Yes of course, last market trends are confirming that. Counter to the general development in world trade, global exports…
MCC International expands production facilities
MCC International, a subsidiary of Austria-based ESW, has added 10,000 square feet to its foundry building in Cecil, PA, near Pittsburgh. The company made the capital investment to meet growing demand worldwide for…
EUROGUSS 2018 ready to start
EUROGUSS will take place at the Exhibition Centre Nuremberg from 16 to 18 January 2018. With around 600 exhibitors and more than 12,000 visitors expected, it’s one of the leading trade fair for…
EUROGUSS 2018 – International Trade Fair for Die Casting will show innovative solutions for the production and application of die-cast components.
Heat and surface treatment in the die casting industry
Die-casting processes enable the cost-effective production of narrowly tolerated parts that have many beneficial characteristics. In certain cases, it is possible to optimize the mechanical properties even further by means of heat and…
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