Direct sand mold additive manufacturing for ultra-short lead time prototype casting using a 3D printer!
The "Direct Molding Process" is a technology that specializes in the manufacturing of prototype castings for metal parts and castings of discontinued supply parts. We produce castings of supply parts made from materials such as cast iron, stainless steel, heat-resistant cast steel, aluminum, and copper alloys, as well as various small-batch castings tailored to your needs using sand molds. Since it does not require the production of "wood patterns or metal molds," we can offer proposals that lead to comprehensive cost reductions. 【Features】 ■ Sand molds and cores are 3D printed based on casting CAE analysis from 3D CAD data. ■ Capable of producing complex and delicate castings designed with topology optimization. ■ Does not require the production of "wood patterns or metal molds." ■ Proposals that lead to comprehensive cost reductions are possible. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.
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【Production Process】 ■ 3D modeling and machining preparation of 2D drawings ■ Casting CAE analysis and sand mold design using MAGMA software ■ Sand mold additive manufacturing with a 3D printer ■ Melting, pouring, mold removal, and finishing using various electric furnaces ■ Various inspections ■ Packaging and shipping *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.
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Kimura Casting Co., Ltd. is a company that primarily manufactures various types of cast iron, cast steel, and various special alloy castings. In 1966, we introduced the Full Mold Casting (FMC) method, which clearly highlighted both its advantages and disadvantages, making it challenging to overcome the drawbacks. However, after many changes, we abandoned the casting methods we had developed up to that point and specialized in this Full Mold Casting method. This focus and continuity have supported our company today, enabling new business developments. This technology also pairs well with digital technology, and supported by model production using it, we take pride in having brought about revolutionary changes in casting within a broad industrial sector. We will continue to strive to contribute to the changes in society with our "technology and quality."