A case study dedicated to Aluminium casting for aftermarket truck and earthmoving machines components by Taroni foundry
The Challenge
- Cost of finish part competitive with “low cost” Country competitors
- Maintain the quality of European production
- Metal treatment must provide a well modified structure for mechanical properties as well as a melt free from inclusions and oxides
- Filling must be turbulence free to avoid creating fresh oxides in the die cavity
- Feeding must be efficient to avoid shrinkage
Technical Data Sheet
GEAR BOX
Alloy: Aluminium 46400, T6
Casting weight : 62 Kg (one piece)
Pouring weight: 85 Kg - Yield: 56%
Moulding Process: Gravity die casting
TRANSMISSION
Alloy: Aluminium 43300, T6
Casting weight : 44 Kg (one piece)
Pouring weight: 58 Kg - Yield: 56%
Moulding Process: Gravity die casting
PLUS FOR THE CUSTOMERS
CHANGE
We chose to move from sand casting to gravity casting.
KNOWLEDGE
The mechanical characteristics of aluminum improve the behavior and the functionality of the components.
SIMULATION
The casting simulation is a tool used in foundries to monitor the filling process of the aluminum into the mold, so check filling and solidification of castings and identify any critical areas. More info
TECH
We are able to make small and large size castings.
CO-DESIGN
Specifications, product use, costs, quality, quantity are analysed with the customer. We also carry out an approximate analysis of the costs of the tools needed.
FLEXIBILITY
We can produce castings in lots of low (100 pieces per lot) and high quantities.
