Question by English Angel: Metal manufacturing processes?
I need to uncover some household products that have been:
– Sand cast
– Die cast
– Press formed
– Forged
– Machined – milled or turned
– Fabrication – welded or brazed
I want a list of as many as you can think of if at all achievable 🙂
Thanks in advance
Very best answer:
Answer by clamdirt4
I’m a precision sheet metal mechanic…must be in a position to assist with that..
My dad was a sand cast mold maker in the 30’s and 40’s..
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Sand cast../..candle stick holders..electric motor casing..perhaps some plumbing components..
Die cast../..just about almost everything..
Die cast has distinct types..like Step Die..just..a can opener..stainless steel utensils..
Press Formed../..is far more about cabinets..also called the SKIN..microwave oven(outer cover)..
Forged../..possibly your stove(burner-grates)..
Machined../..screws..cuboard door handles(attaching hardware)..mounting bolts for refridgerator motor..kitchen faucet(threaded ends)..
Fabrication../..stove prime..ornamental moulding..dishwasher parts..
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