The challenges for energy efficient casting processes
The challenges for energy efficient casting processes
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DOI：
10.1016/j.procir.2016.01.043
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2016
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K. Salonitis;B. Zeng;H. Mehrabi;M. Jolly
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作者：
K. Salonitis;B. Zeng;H. Mehrabi;M. Jolly
铸造是最古老，最具挑战性和能源密集型的制造工艺之一。典型的现代铸造工艺包括六个不同的阶段，分别分为熔化、合金化、成型、浇注、凝固和精加工。在每个阶段，都需要高水平和高精度的过程控制。采用新的改进方法，如约束快速感应熔炼单次上铸工艺，可以提高铸造工艺的能源效率。在本研究中，分析了铸造过程的能耗，并讨论了可以节省大量能源的领域。运用精益思维识别浪费，分析铸造行业的节能潜力。
Casting is one of the oldest, most challenging and energy intensive manufacturing processes. A typical modern casting process contains six different stages, which are classified as melting, alloying, moulding, pouring, solidification and finishing respectively. At each stage, high level and precision of process control is required. The energy efficiency of casting process can be improved by using novel alterations, such as the Constrained Rapid Induction Melting Single Shot Up-casting process. Within the present study the energy consumption of casting processes is analyzed and areas were great savings can be achieved are discussed. Lean thinking is used to identify waste and to analyse the energy saving potential for casting industry.