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General Kinematics is a world leader of innovation and production for Foundry and metalcasting systems and equipment. Top foundries around the world have trusted GK to improve their systems. Explore the GK Foundry Equipment Universe below. Hear from North American Foundry Director, Rick Kempf, read case studies, watch videos, and more.
North American Foundry Director | Rick Kempf
Rick started at General Kinematics in 1994 as a design engineer, later moving to the sales department and becoming North American Sales Manager. Rick holds five patents from his time with General Kinematics including a patent he shares with General Kinematics’ President, Tom Musschoot. Rick was appointed to lead General Kinematics North America Foundry Department in 2019 due to his extensive technical knowledge of foundry equipment and experience in all departments of the foundry.
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Different Metal Forging Methods
What is Forging? Forging is a manufacturing method where metals are formed into different shapes using compressive forces such as hammering or pressing. Metal is forged in various ways, including drop, press, and roll forging. Some of the metals commonly used in forging include: Aluminum Brass Copper Carbon/Alloy/Stainless Steel Titanium Other manufacturing methods, such […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: GK SYSTEMS Partners with Ford Meter Box Company on new Three Hundred Thousand Square Foot Facility.
For Immediate Release General Kinematics Marketing Dept.: (815) 444-3521 marketing@generalkinematics.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: GK SYSTEMS […]
Die Casting vs Sand Casting: What’s the Difference?
Die Casting vs Sand Casting: What’s the Difference? Die casting involves using high pressure to inject molten metal into a metal mold, and sand casting involves pouring molten metal into a sand mold. Die casting and sand casting are both reliable processes, but each has its pros and cons. When choosing which technique to use […]