A-to-Z guide to low-volume metalcasting There's plenty of demand for one-shot or low production metalcasting job work, but the work often goes begging for lack of anyone to do it. Interested? Metalcasting by C.W. Ammen is packed with step-by-step guidelines for getting started and working effectively and efficiently in this time-honored craft. You get hands-on advice and cost-cutting tips, plus sound ideas for safety and productivity. In easy-to-understand language, this guide shows you how to use metalcrafting's tools and processes, casting and mold making...molding sands...molding equipment....metal melting, handling, and pouring devices...alloys...and more, including: *Patination of cast metals *Working with chemically-bonded molds *Newest molding, casting, and pattern-making techniques A Frequently Asked Questions section anticipates and responds to typical beginner's queries about applications and repair techniques and other metalcasting issues.
Introduction
Chapter 1 : Casting Processes
Chapter 2 : Mold Making
Chapter 3 : Molding Sands
Chapter 4 : Molding Tools and Equipment
Chapter 5 : Metal Melting Devices
Chapter 6 : Metal Handling and Pouring Devices
Chapter 7 : Casting Small Items
Chapter 8 : Metallurgical Properties of Cast Metals
Chapter 9 : Cores and Their Application
Chapter 10 : Patterns and Related Equipment
Glossary
Index
