Tag: foundry work

  • Types of patterns used in casting process

    Types of patterns used in casting process

    Patterns are used in foundry casting to create the mold into which molten metal is poured to create a casting. Casting is a widely used process in the field of mechanical engineering that involves pouring molten material into a mold, which then solidifies and takes on the shape of the mold. One of the most…

  • Different types of Casting tools and equipment

    Different types of Casting tools and equipment

    Types of sand casting tools and equipment used in foundry shops are used for carrying out different operations. such as sand preparation, pouring, molding, and casting. These tools are classified as hand tools and conditioning tools. They are; flasks, power-operated equipment, metal melting equipment, and fettling and finishing equipment. Sand is used as the mold…

  • Understanding Foundry work

    Understanding Foundry work

    A foundry is a place or factory where the production of casting is produced by the use of melted metal poured into a mold to solidify and produce a new shape. Foundry work is a process whereby casting is produced. In the engineering world, foundry work is highly specialized and recommended. It embraces many skills,…