Introduction to die casting

Global demand for die-cast components is steadily increasing, especially in the automotive industry, but also in sectors such as hand-held tools, electronics, digital infrastructure, furniture and the construction and healthcare sectors. New resource-efficient alloys, casting processes and flexible automation solutions are being developed to be able to meet customers' requirements for ecologically and economically sustainable components. Also, concerning die casting tools, new conditions are created with high-performance steels and efficient manufacturing methods, such as additive manufacturing.

The emphasis of the course is on die casting of aluminum in a horizontal cold chamber machine. Areas that are affected are basic material knowledge including smelting and melt treatment, manufacturing of molds, different types of die casting machines and die casting processes. Connected to the component, design and construction rules, design of the casting system in the tool, including vacuum, and simulation of mold filling and solidification are discussed.

Goal and purpose

The purpose of the course is to give participants a good insight into the basic principles of die casting and the possibilities and limitations of the technology regarding materials and geometries of the component. The goal is for the participants to be able to determine when die casting is a suitable manufacturing method, and to understand how the various steps in the process affect the component's quality and manufacturing cost.

Content

The course consists of the main elements: Materials knowledge, Tool knowledge, Die casting machines, Process knowledge and Process simulation.

Target group

The course gives both machine operators and product developers / designers a good theoretical understanding of the advantages and disadvantages of the die casting process linked to different components and applications. The course is also suitable for buyers of die-castings and personnel in the quality and environmental area.

Expected prior knowledge

No previous knowledge required.

Lecturers

Roger Svenningsson
Conny Gustavsson
Marie Fredriksson

Price

7,900 SEK

Discounts

We give quantity discount if several of your employees attend our training/courses at the same time.

When registering two or more from the same company, a discount of 10% is given for the second participant and all subsequent ones.

Other information

The regular place of education is Jönköping, but the course can also be carried out as a company-specific and company-based commissioned training which can then be adapted to the specific company's needs and wishes. If desired, the course can also be held digital via Microsoft Teams.

Contact course coordinator on questions regarding technical content, and the administrator on practical questions.