| | | | | | A nonferrous foundry has updated its molding and handling capabilities, including an Industry 4.0 process control platform, putting it on track for better performance and productivity. |
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| | The producer of commercial-vehicle wheels and wheel-end components has debts totaling $500 million to $1 billion, and its Gunite foundry may be up for sale. |
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| | | | Never mind machine learning. LLMs offer multiple paths for manufacturers to expand their capabilities and extend their market reach. |
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| | Manufacturing is not about answering questions; it’s about setting targets for results and solving problems based on conditions and variables. |
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| | Sponsored | | FS&D provides complete Engineering & Consulting Services to the Foundry Industry. Staffed with highly experienced engineers, we provide operational assistance, facility layout & design, project management, foundry automation, system integration and installation services. |
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| | | | Cobot plus user-friendly software combination performs multiple tasks, reducing workers’ time spent on machine operating sequences by up to 60%. |
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| | A new program allows additive manufacturers to fine-tune accuracy by analyzing 3D scans – to check powder metal shrinkage and distortion; polymer part warpage; or sand core swelling due to microwave curing. |
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