Repeatable Precision Die Casting Dosing with Integrated Ladle Operations

  • Die Casting

ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL, April 21, 2022 -

The die casting process requires a lot of little details to be correct. Repeatable precision ladling operation is one facet of this big picture. Choosing a ladle solution that not only has a proven design but one that is integrated into the die cell allows factories to save time and resources while maximizing safety. 

Shibaura Machine’s die casting ladle solution provides factories with precise and consistent dosing with direct integration to the TOSCAST controller. This robustly designed ladle solution considers the details of cold chamber die casting from time in the furnace, stabilization and pouring position. Each of these considerations, along with many others, makes a big difference in the repeatable accuracy of the die casting process capability.

Creating Repeatable Accuracy

Moving from manual ladle operations to mechanical means the ladling mechanism needs to work perfectly every time because one small missed detail can cost a lot of time and money. With the employee not performing the ladle operation each time, you need to have a solution that can ensure all the details are correct so casting quality, production rates, and production numbers are met and capable. 

Shibaura Machine’s ladle solution provides a consistent and precise way to dose liquid alloy. The central operation, basic settings, and diagnostics are all controlled by the machine’s TOSCAST controller making setup and operation easy and accurate. The graphical interface displays position and sensor information for the ladle, in a similar format as the other components of the machine. Using precision technology, the Shibaura Machine ladle solution allows the operator to program speed and ladle angle directly on the TOSCAST to improve repeatability. The ladle settings are then able to be saved as part of the die recipe, so there is no need to program an independent ladle HMI and controller.

Design, Details, and Integration

Quality design, paying attention to the details, and central operation of the ladle play key roles in creating a competitive advantage now and forward-looking. The Shibaura Machine ladle solution is a seamless addition to the machine, not an aftermarket product. With over 40 years of detail-oriented design paired with the direct integration with the TOSCAST controller, this makes it easy to operate and maintain a capable, repeatable, and accurate process. 

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Contact the Die Casting Team to learn more about how the integrated ladle system can improve your manufacturing capabilities.

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