ASKケミカルズジャパン List of Products and Services

Are you having trouble with seals or adhesives in sand casting? 【IGATA SEAL】 It is a cord-like sealing material. It prevents molten metal from leaking through the gaps between the main mold (upper and lower molds) during pouring of iron, aluminum, etc. 【MOLD SEAL】 It is an inorganic paste-type quick-drying adhesive. It does not emit organic gases and can be used not only as a sealing material for the main mold but also as a core adhesive.

• Other metal materials

【Features and Benefits】 Oxide removal, rectification effect, improved casting surface, excellent thermal shock resistance, etc. ASK Chemicals Japan's YouTube channel also features short videos comparing and verifying the rectification effect and thermal shock resistance of filters! For more details, please refer to the web brochure. For inquiries, please contact info.japan@ask-chemicals.com.

• Other filters

**Features and Benefits** - Foreign Material Removal: Removes slag and oxides from molten metal - Lightweight: Easy to handle and install - Low Cost: Primarily uses glass fibers and silica fibers - Flexibility: Capable of accommodating complex shapes Others - Contributes to preventing metal contamination in iron-based materials and improving the recycling of pouring channels - Also utilized as auxiliary tools for neck breaking in gate folding and pouring sleeve (riser) in cast iron and aluminum, contributing to increased productivity *For more details, please refer to the web brochure. For inquiries, contact info.japan@ask-chemicals.com.*

• Other filters

Safety measures for the hydrogen gas era! Gas leak detection at pipe joints and other areas is done with Detectape H2. The special pigment alerts you to hydrogen gas through a color change. Easy installation that does not require special tools or techniques. Even a small amount of hydrogen can be detected by accumulation over time, allowing for the detection of minor hydrogen leaks that might be missed by other methods.

• Leak Testing Equipment
• others

We would like to introduce our advanced release agents, the "ZIP SLIP Series." Starting with the long-selling bestseller "ZIP SLIP 78," we also offer "ZIP SLIP 55," which maintains the usability of 78 while reducing adhesion to hands and work clothes, and "ZIP SLIP 15K," which is a thin milky white that does not obscure the mold markings. Please choose according to your application. 【Features】 ＜ZIP SLIP 78＞ ■ Quick-drying & excellent work efficiency ■ Versatile type compatible with wooden molds, resin molds, and foam molds ■ Toluene-free, gentle on both people and the environment ＜ZIP SLIP 55＞ ■ Maintains the usability of 78 while reducing adhesion to hands and work clothes ＜ZIP SLIP 15K＞ ■ Same versatile type as 78 ■ Milky white, so there’s no worry about hiding mold markings with silver ■ Can also be used as a dirt prevention agent when applying to troughs and hoppers, making it a multifunctional type For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us at info.japan@ask-chemicals.com.

• Chemicals

The "PEP SET Family" is an organic binder for self-hardening molds at room temperature. It is well-known for its excellent quality and highly controllable curing reaction, having maintained its position as the standard for self-hardening binders for many years. The speed of molding, wide range of applications, and ease of use clearly indicate that it is an ideal self-hardening binder for various mold-making processes. 【Features】 ■ Predictable and reproducible curing time ■ Excellent usable time / demolding time ratio ■ High strength of cores and main molds ■ Easy sand regeneration *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us at info.japan@ask-chemicals.com.

• Composite Materials

"BENTOGLISS 121C-W" is a water-based release agent for molds that does not use solvents. It does not contain aromatic compounds and can be used with all application devices. It does not obscure letters or symbols on resin parts or molds. Additionally, since it does not contain solvents, it is particularly environmentally friendly, harmless to humans, and also acts as a corrosion inhibitor for molds. 【Features】 ■ Suitable for molds ■ Usable with all mold-making machines ■ Usable with all application devices ■ Does not contain silicone ■ Does not cause allergic reactions *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us at info.japan@ask-chemicals.com.

• Chemicals

"BENTOGLISS 121" is a non-solvent, oil-based release agent for sand molds that does not use solvents such as kerosene. It can be used with all sand mold molding machines. Even if excessively applied to the main mold, it does not cause casting defects and does not obscure the letters or symbols on the resin parts or molds. Since it does not contain kerosene (kerosene), it is particularly environmentally friendly and harmless to humans. 【Features】 ■ Suitable for sand molds ■ Does not contain silicone ■ Does not cause allergic reactions ■ Does not contain aromatic compounds ■ Usable with all sand mold molding machines *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us at info.japan@ask-chemicals.com.

• Chemicals

We would like to introduce the filters 'UDICELL/EXACTFLO' handled by ASK Chemicals Japan Co., Ltd. "UDICELL" is particularly suitable for molten metal filtration under harsh conditions, while "EXACTFLO" is ideal for molten metal filtration of ferrous and non-ferrous castings. We offer a comprehensive range of sizes and shapes. 【UDICELL Zirconia Filter Features】 ■ Maximum service temperature: 1,760℃ ■ Open pore structure ■ Extremely high durability and robustness ■ Suitable molten metal material: cast steel ■ Pore size: 10-15 ppi *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us at info.japan@ask-chemicals.com.

• Other filters

"LINOCURE" is an organic binder for room temperature self-hardening molds. It has excellent collapse characteristics after casting, and especially when applied to cores, it allows for sand removal in a much shorter time compared to conventional inorganic binders. Therefore, an increase in productivity is expected. 【Features】 ■ Good fluidity of mixed sand ■ Easy molding work ■ Good collapse characteristics after pouring ■ Minimal sticking to wooden patterns ■ Little influence from the sand used ■ Molded casts can be stored for a long time *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us at info.japan@ask-chemicals.com.

• Other metal materials

We would like to introduce the mold additives handled by ASK Chemicals Japan Co., Ltd. Starting with "VEINO," which is organic, recyclable, and demonstrates significant effects in very small amounts, we also offer "ISOSEAL" and "VEINO ULTRA." In addition to our wide range of additives, we supply alumina sand, zircon sand, chamotte sand, and resin-coated sand. Please feel free to contact us when you need assistance. 【Features】 <VEINO> ■ Prevents veining ■ Improves casting surface ■ High thermal decomposition ■ Insoluble in water ■ 100% recyclable material *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us at info.japan@ask-chemicals.com.

• Other metal materials

We would like to introduce our treatment alloy "SB 5/SMW 605." "SB 5" is a highly effective inoculant FeSi, suitable for both flake graphite cast iron and spheroidal graphite cast iron. Aluminum and calcium provide excellent inoculation effects across a wide range of materials, while barium extends the fading time, ensuring reliability throughout the entire casting process. "SMW 605" is a powerful inoculant alloy based on ferrosilicon, particularly suitable for spheroidal graphite cast iron. Bismuth, along with cerium, significantly increases the number of spheroidal graphite particles. 【Features of SB 5】 ■ Good solubility ■ High inoculation effect ■ Long-lasting inoculation effect ■ Low addition amount ■ Uniform graphite crystallization ■ Suppression of carbides ■ Improvement of mechanical properties *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us at info.japan@ask-chemicals.com.

• alloy
• Other metal materials
• others

This catalog features a comprehensive range of products from ASK Chemicals, which have been well-received in the casting industry for many years, including those for cast iron, cast steel, and non-ferrous castings. It introduces a wide lineup of materials, from various binders for molds to coating agents, additives, pouring sleeves, and alloys for cast iron castings. [Contents] ■ Design Services ■ Binders ■ Additives ■ Coating Agents ■ Auxiliary Materials ■ Pouring Sleeves ■ Filters ■ Melting Materials *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us at info.japan@ask-chemicals.com.

• Casting Machine
• paint
• Other molds

We would like to introduce our pressed water sleeve, "EXACTCAST." Our lineup includes "mini risers" suitable for improving yield and for spheroidal graphite and CV graphite cast iron as well as cast steel, and "pressed water sleeves and cup-type risers" suitable for spheroidal graphite, CV graphite cast iron, cast steel, and non-ferrous alloy castings. Since it contains no organic binders, the gas generation is minimal, which improves the occupational health and safety environment and is also effective in preventing gas defects in castings. 【Features】 - Improved quality of recycled sand prevents surface defects in castings. - Reduced disposal costs for sand recycling residues, and prevention of spheroidization inhibition of graphite due to the effects of patented riser materials. - Since it contains no organic binders, the gas generation is minimal, which improves the occupational health and safety environment and is also effective in preventing gas defects in castings. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us at info.japan@ask-chemicals.com.

• Casting Machine
• Processing Contract

"MIRATEC MB 401" is a water-based coating agent for cast iron, made from a slurry of alumina silicate with graphite. Thanks to a special combination of aggregates, it enables a high-quality film thickness while maintaining the required permeability of the coating film. Additionally, we also offer a zirconium-based coating agent, "SOLITEC IM 801," which has a strong penetration effect in areas with low filling properties of the main mold and cores, as well as in areas subjected to thermal and mechanical stress. 【Features】 ■ The new formulation allows the coating agent to remain on the surface of the core, preventing penetration and enabling faster drying. ■ It is easy to apply, reducing the time required for dipping and dripping. ■ Due to its special formulation, it has excellent heat resistance and prevents penetration and burning. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us at info.japan@ask-chemicals.com.

• paint

The "INOTEC Binder System" is an optimal molding method for aluminum and iron-based castings, as well as non-ferrous alloy castings. It adopts a new inorganic core based on silicates that does not produce emissions. This system addresses issues associated with traditional inorganic cores, such as "poor dimensional accuracy," "inability to regenerate sand," and "excessive sand adhesion on the casting surface," making it suitable for mass production of castings that require advanced casting technology. 【Features】 ■ Reduced adhesion of sand grains and penetration defects on aluminum casting surfaces ■ Optimized collapsibility that allows for complete sand removal even in delicate water jacket cores ■ Significantly high dimensional accuracy during pouring due to improved thermal stability of the mold ■ Improvement of casting base structure (refinement of dendrite arm spacing) ■ Applicability of water-based coatings for iron-based casting cores ■ Sand regeneration capability *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us at info.japan@ask-chemicals.com.

• Casting Machine
• Processing Contract

The "Cold Box Binder" is a high-speed molding method that does not require heat. It reduces the machining of cast products due to improved dimensional accuracy of the cores. High-speed molding achieves increased productivity, energy savings, and labor savings, enabling a total cost reduction in casting production. Without compromising the high production efficiency inherent to the Cold Box Binder, we offer products such as "ECOC URE HE," which allows for a reduction in binder usage, and "ECOC URE SL," which contains no solvents and is suitable for iron and aluminum castings. 【Features】 ■ Fast molding speed ■ Energy saving/CO2 reduction ■ Improved dimensional accuracy of cores ■ Reduced machining of cast products ■ Usable with wooden molds, resin molds, and aluminum molds ■ Suitable for small-scale production *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us at info.japan@ask-chemicals.com.

• Casting Machine

Our design services group offers a "Design Service" that monitors the entire process from the development and verification of casting design concepts to prototype casting. By implementing this service, we achieve improvements in productivity and optimization of catalyst usage. Additionally, we can provide a wide range of expertise combined with the latest simulation programs (MAGMA, Novacast, FLOW-3D, Arena-flow). 【Features】 ■ Increased productivity ■ Optimization of catalyst usage ■ Design of manufacturing processes including inorganic technology ■ Calculation of optimal material input amounts ■ Design and production of optimized model plates, cores, and molds *For more details, please refer to our catalog or feel free to contact us at info.japan@ask-chemicals.com.

• Other services