A premiere from the GMH Group: its subsidiary Kind & Co Edelstahl is presenting its newly developed tool steel MT1 at Euroguss, specifically designed to meet the requirements of die casting. According to the company, the material is suitable for structural cast…
Recycled Foundry Sands: BDG Receives Patent for Recycling Process The Bundesverband der Deutschen Gießerei-Industrie (BDG) has investigated the economic utilization of used foundry sands in the glass industry through several research projects. In October, the granted patent was published. BDG has received…
Current Challenges Strategic Shift Toward Defence & Aerospace DEMAND: Very highTypical applications: Armoured and tracked vehicles (road wheels, gear housings, drive wheels, undercarriage components), gun barrels, gun carriages, breech blocks, as well as heavily loaded structural parts in ships and submarines.Advantages: Exceptional…
Over the past four decades, foundries have significantly intensified their recycling efforts. However, the disposal of materials such as filter dust, sand, slag, and refractory materials still largely takes place in landfills, often at relatively low cost. In recent years, environmental regulations…
FOUNDRY AN aims to reduce its carbon footprint. FOUNDRY AN is researching measures to reduce carbon emissions. Like many cast iron and aluminum foundries sensitive to this issue, our foundry in Konya, Turkey, has identified the necessary actions. Of course, the first…
An dış ticaret has invested one vertical machinig center with max part dimension: 100 mm*600*600 mm(x,y,z achsen) Our target is more value added production to ensure our customers low cost supplying with minimal Extra logistic cost. Next target is to invest 4. …
The Foundry Industry in Konya city (Turkey) : Technologies, Strengths, and Global Reach Konya, located in the heart of Türkiye, has emerged as a dynamic industrial hub, particularly in the field of metal casting. With its advanced production infrastructure, skilled workforce, and…
Grauguss: Das ideale Material für Bremsen in Pkw und NutzfahrzeugenAutor: Andrew Halonen Mayflower ConsultingGrauguss ist seit über einem Jahrhundert das bevorzugte Material für Bremskomponenten in der Automobil- und Nutzfahrzeugindustrie. Seine einzigartigen Eigenschaften machen ihn zur ersten Wahl für anspruchsvolle Bremsanwendungen.🔧 Vorteile von…
GIW Industries Opens New Foundry in Georgia, USA GIW Industries, a subsidiary of German pump manufacturer KSB, has officially opened a new foundry in Grovetown, Georgia. This marks the largest investment project in the company’s history, with a total of $75 million,…
A minor bump – and the expensive car is a total write-off? Critics see precisely this risk with large cast components, such as those used by Tesla, among others: Entire vehicle structures made from a single piece of cast iron could be…
FOCUS ON THE FUTURE s part of an in-depth interview and an extensive tour through the foundry, Sebastian Simon, Steffen Sasse, and Jan-Christopher Schwehn provided fascinating insights into the strategic repositioning and technical advancement of Breyden GmbH – formerly Buderus Guss –…
From Sandcastles to Foundries: A Story of Water BalanceImagine a child at the beach trying to build a sandcastle. With dry sand, the castle crumbles instantly. Add a little water, and the sand holds its shape. Add too much, and it turns…
In modern manufacturing, aluminium has become the go‑to alternative to steel — valued for its light weight, corrosion resistance, and high strength. Yet, during casting, microscopic oxide films and solid particles can remain trapped in the molten metal. Left unchecked, these inclusions…
Discover how Turkey’s casting industry doubled its EU market share, strengthened ties with Germany, and invested in sustainable production. 📈 Rapid Growth in Europe According to TÜDÖKSAD, Turkey’s casting industry has doubled its share in EU production from 10% to 21% over…
Explore how timeless casting design rules meet Germany’s latest innovations in alloys, automation, and sustainable production. 🔍 Introduction Germany is a benchmark for engineering precision, and its foundry industry blends century-old design principles with cutting-edge manufacturing technologies. In 2023, Germany produced over…
Discover Germany’s latest advancements in casting — from Industry 4.0 integration to new alloys, automation, and energy efficiency. 🔍 Introduction: The Metal Face of Engineering Germany is not only a powerhouse in automotive and machinery manufacturing but also a global leader in…
Grey Cast Iron Alloying Elements & Ductile Iron Keywords: grey cast iron alloying elements, ductile iron, castability, graphite, pearlite, ferrite, nodularity, inoculation Grey cast iron alloying elements —and their interaction with ductile iron chemistry—directly control graphite nucleation, castability, and the final matrix…