Process Animation
Mold Preparation Phase
1. Chemically treat mold surface so mold coating will stick well.
2. Heat mold to a pre-determined temperature.
3. Spray mold with selected coating.
Casting Phase
4. Bring mold up to process speed.
5. Move pour runner into position.
6. Begin pouring metal at a pre-determined rate.
Cooling Phase
*If necessary, water is used to maintain proper mold temperature.
Extraction Phase
7. Insert pipe puller and lock against pipe I.D. Pull to extract.
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