Case Study: Improving Vacuum Impregnation Production Flow
An effective production flow involves work stations and equipment to be arranged in a sequence that supports a smooth flow of parts and materials with minimal delays. Implementing an efficient production flow leads to increased production and flexibility, as well as a reduction in capital requirements. Anoplate, an industry leader in surface engineering, faced a […]
Video: Continuous Flow Impregnation System Walk Around
Godfrey & Wing’s Continuous Flow Impregnation (CFi) system seals porosity in a short cycle time with minimal labor. In this video, John Halladay (aka Johnny Impreg) will show you some of his favorite features: 1. Compact design 2. Part traceability 3. Integrates with production Video Transcript Hello, everybody. Welcome to another edition of Casting Call with Johnny […]
State of the Die Casting Industry
In the latest issue of Die Casting Engineer, NADCA President Stephen Udvardy reports on the overall North American die casting health. This piece discusses a variety of manufacturing topics ranging from political factors, macroeconomics, and surveying current business challenges. Below are three takeaways in regards to the automotive industry. Manufacturing Capacity Increase The report states […]
Video: Can Vacuum Impregnation Seal Cracks?
In some die casting applications, components must also be pressure-tight to hold pressurized fluid or gases. Companies use the vacuum impregnation process to meet these requirements by sealing the internal leak paths without impacting any other features of the casting. A commonly asked question is in addition to leak paths, can vacuum impregnation seal die […]
Correcting Three Vacuum Impregnation Myths
In some die casting applications, components must also be pressure-tight to hold pressurized fluid or gases. Companies use vacuum impregnation to meet these requirements by sealing the internal leak paths caused by interconnected porosity. Misconceptions and lack of information about the vacuum impregnation process can hinder its implementation, which may increase unforeseen costs and negatively […]
Case Study: Enabling Continuous Flow Manufacturing
Productivity and quality are keys to the success of any continuous flow production philosophy. However, vacuum impregnation systems have remained antiquated, which causes production and quality issues in modern manufacturing environments. Hence their absence from most continuous flow production plans.Such is the case of a vertically integrated automotive OEM. This company had an outdated vacuum […]
Can Vacuum Impregnation Seal Cracks?
In some die casting applications, components must also be pressure-tight to hold pressurized fluid or gases. Companies use vacuum impregnation to meet these requirements by sealing the internal leak paths without impacting any other features of the casting. A commonly asked question is in addition to leak paths, can vacuum impregnation seal cracks?
Explore Cleveland During The Die Casting Congress & Tabletop Show
We look forward to seeing you while you visit Cleveland during NADCA’s Die Casting Congress & Tabletop. We’re home to a number of distinguished attractions and award-winning eateries. If you are looking for things to do in your free time during the show, below is a list of some of our favorites.
Case Study: Improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness with Vacuum Impregnation
As manufacturing equipment ages, the Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) decreases. A company that fails to invest in equipment, will not be able to meet demand or produce a quality product, thus potentially losing its competitive edge. Companies who want to succeed in this landscape are identifying equipment investment opportunities to keep production moving and while producing […]
Video: HVLV Walk Around
The HVLV vacuum impregnation system allows OEMs, contract manufacturers, die casters and foundries to have the benefits of vacuum impregnation in a simple, easy to use machine. In this video, John Halladay (aka Johnny Impreg) will show you some of his favorite features on how the system efficiently and effectively seals porosity while eliminating the […]