Melt treatment for die casting applications

In Hall 7A on the Foseco stand, we will be showcasing many of our latest innovations for non-ferrous and HPDC foundries, including Melt treatment, crucibles and refractories, innovative sand core binder solution for HPDC and processes and applications for die casting.

Melt treatment: In recent years, we have added a number of features and technologies to our FDU and MTS technologies for the automatic treatment of aluminium melts. These advances offer foundries the opportunity to gain new perspectives and control over their treatment process.

Our Smartt degassing software offers various programmes for rotary degassing; the operator only needs to define a target melt quality. Based on the ambient conditions, melt temperature, rotor design and alloy composition, the software then calculates the best treatment method to achieve this target. Optimisation modes are also available to reduce inert gas consumption, minimise wear on the degasser or achieve the fastest degassing and treatment speed. The treatment parameters are automatically forwarded to the FDU/MTS system, while a customised reporting system records all parameters.

Granulated fluxes can be added via the automated MTS and offer many advantages, such as improved melt flowability during casting, fewer inclusions and improved mechanical properties. Our new range of granulated fluxes includes Coveral, Simodal and Nucleant, which cover the most important foundry operations such as cleaning, drossing, modification and grain refinement. They have been specially formulated for use in conjunction with FDU and MTS systems to minimise smoke and fumes.

Vesuvius GmbH - Foseco Foundry Division
Gelsenkirchener Str. 10
46325 Borken
www.foseco.de
Hall 7A, Stand 134