Foundry News

Controlling sound levels in a foundry environment is an ongoing challenge. The processing of heavy industrial noise-transmitting material such as iron can contribute a lot of noise pollution to the surrounding area. This can cause long term health problems for the employees working in these environments.   According to the American Foundry Society, hearing loss […]

Take a minute to learn about General Kinematics’ Shot Blast Auxiliary Equipment, Rounding out the list are GK’s most popular shot blast technology as well as an introduction to our newest vibratory conveyor. This list is guaranteed to provide a solution for your cleaning department! NEW for 2017: Shot Blast Unload Conveyor General Kinematics newest […]

That cloud of dust you see when someone is jack-hammering cement, blasting sand from castings, or demolishing a building does more than dirty your clothes and make your Kleenex a shade darker – it is extremely damaging to your lungs. You see, that cloud is actually crystalline silica. Crystalline silica, quartz, is the basic building […]

Proven in hundreds of applications worldwide, VIBRA-DRUM® Sand & Casting Conditioners have revolutionized high volume mold/sand handling for foundry applications. The VIBRA-DRUM®, in combination with GK’s SPRAY-COOL™ Water Addition System, creates the right environment for accelerated casting and sand cooling through free evaporation. By evaporating moisture, much more heat energy is released than through traditional direct […]

Good news in: following the 2008-2010 recession, the metalcasting industry in the U.S. is expected to experience an ongoing recovery and upswing. Sales are anticipated to reach $33.51 billion in 2017, according to the American Foundry Society’s 2015 Metalcasting Forecast and Trends report. In fact, all metals are expected to see a sales expansion in […]

  What lures us to support locally made products? The (uber delicious) pecan-filled granola at the town coffee roaster. An album recorded by the bluegrass singer down the block. A wool mid-layer or pair of socks that’s manufactured in your home state.   Other than pride and honor, there are plenty of reasons for why […]