Tag: foundry work
Things you need to know about honing process
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in MetalworkThe honing process is a micro-finishing process used to obtain perfect hole geometry. Industries today see the great importance of honing machines as the process offers final sizing and creates the desired finish pattern on the interior of tubing or cylinder bores. This process may be considered a machining process because the removal of microchips…
Everything you need to know about powder metallurgy
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in MetalworkPowder metallurgy is one of the important course mechanical engineers must know. Products made of this material are common around us most especially auto parts. Powder metallurgy comprises a family of production technologies, used to manufacture components of various types. Besides, powder metallurgy which is abbreviated as PM is a term covering a wide range…
Everything you need to know about cutting fluid
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in MetalworkDue to the advancement of technology, machining processes have brought about the usage of cutting fluid. Cutting fluid is a type of coolant and lubricant used by metalworkers to prolong the working of a cutting tool. the substance also helps to easily cut out hard material without wearing out the tool. There are various types…
Things you need to know about polymers
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in MetalworkPolymers are common around us today, even though there are wide varieties of different types and different classifications. In a previous post, we explained these various types of plastics as commodity plastics and specialized types. We also saw the application and a few benefits of plastics. I will like you to check it out! Read…
Different types of metals and their classifications
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in MetalworkThere are various types of metals out there suitable for specific applications. Even though metals are made by mining ore from within the earth. They are extracted from rocks in a large-scale industrial process. Leaving that aside, our purpose here is to discuss the different types of metals and their functions. But before that, different…
Understanding Hardness, strength, and toughness of materials
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in MetalworkHardness, strength, and toughness are some of the major and important properties expected in metals and other materials. One or more of these properties will determine their suitability for a specific application. Today in our daily, people tend to use the words strong, tough, and hard in their conversations not knowing how important the word…
Working principles of investment casting
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in MetalworkToday I will be discussing the working principles Investment casting process. Previously an article was published on evaporative casting. Read more: Understanding investment casting Steps of investment casting The first step of this process is to create a wax pattern; it is typically done by injecting wax into a metal tool or die. Due to the…
Understanding investment casting
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in MetalworkToday I will be discussing the definition, applications, working, advantages, and disadvantages. Previously, I published an article on the working of evaporative pattern casting. Read more: Understanding evaporative pattern casting What is investment casting? Investment casting, which is also known as “lost wax” casting. it is a method of the precision casting process to manufacture small…
Understanding evaporative pattern casting
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in MetalworkToday I will be discussing the definition, applications, advantages, and disadvantages of evaporative pattern casting. previously, an article was published on investment casting. make sure you check it out! Read more: Understanding investment casting What is evaporative pattern casting? Evaporative pattern casting is a sand casting process that uses foam to form a replica of…
Working principle of die casting process and its applications
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in MetalworkToday I will be discussing on working principle of die casting and the applications of die casting. Previously, I examined different types of die casting. if you can recall in the article, hot chamber and cold chamber were mentioned. These are ways of manufacturing parts in die casting. They will be our main focus in…
Different Types of Die Casting and their applications
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in MetalworkToday I will be discussing different types of die-casting and their applications. Die casting is known to be a metalworking process that is carryout by forcing metals or alloys into a mold cavity at a very high temperature. If you can recall from my previous article, the die-casting process is utilized when bulk metallic parts…
Understanding die casting
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in MetalworkIn today’s world, creating smaller items with complex shapes has become possible using die casting. After varieties of casting process out there, this process tends to stand out as its offer lots of benefits in the manufacturing world. In this article, you’ll get to know the definition, applications, working, advantages, and disadvantages of die casting.…
Different Types of Centrifugal Casting and their Working Principle
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in MetalworkCentrifugal casting is of different types suitable for different sizes of applications. The casting process is known for producing conical applications including pipes of various kinds. This is why we’ll be discussing the various types of centrifugal casting here today and their working principle. Read more: Working Principles of investment casting Types of centrifugal casting Types…
Understanding centrifugal casting
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in MetalworkWondering how hollow parts like pipes are produced, centrifugal casting is performed. Centrifugal casting is a metal casting process that is carried out vertically or horizontally in the foundry industry. Today you’ll get to know the definition, applications, working, advantages, and disadvantages of centrifugal casting. Read more: Understanding die casting What is centrifugal casting? Centrifugal…
4 common types of metal casting
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in MetalworkThere are different types of metal casting out there. They are specifically suitable for specific applications. The metal casting process is a manufacturing process in which metal is melted to be poured into a cavity. Casting has been done for ages, ever since the production of parts came into existence. Metal casting can be typically…
Understanding sand casting
Sand casting is the oldest casting process that exists. It uses patterns made of metal, wood, or wax to create models of the desired object. The sand casting process is complicated and has a slow production rate. This is due to the destruction of the sand mold when removing the casting (the item produced). The…
Different types of molding sand in casting
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in MetalworkGood casting can be determined by the pattern and the types of molding sand used. One needs to understand the types of molding sand used in casting in order to perfectly create objects. Today you’ll get to know the various types of sand used in casting and how they work. Read more: What are the types…
Understanding Forging Process
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in MetalworkTypically, an iron-related job is referred to as blacksmithy. By heating or cooling any piece of metal, then striking it with a regular hammer or a machine designed for this purpose, forging involves giving the metal the appropriate shape. Small forging tasks can be completed by striking the material with a hammer, but heavier forging…
Difference between Forging and Casting
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in MetalworkMetal components and products are produced using a variety of methods. Cutting, folding, welding, machining, punching, stamping, shearing, casting, and forging are all part of the metal fabrication process. While many of them alter the alloy’s shape, only casting and forging alter the metal’s shape at the inner level, enabling a more profound alteration. Metal-based…
Different Types of Casting Defects and Remedies
Casting defects can come in a variety of forms. Each has unique characteristics, root causes, and prevention methods. Knowing the different associated faults and reasons is essential to mastering casting. As a result, you may actively prevent these flaws and provide clients with high-quality items. Casting defects are unwanted occurrences in a casting during the…
