Learn Critical Aspects of Pattern and Mould Making in Foundry

by Sheojee Prasad

Overview

This book is an essential guide on pattern making and moulding in foundry industry. This book provides step by step guide and instructions on building a quality cast product in foundry. This book will act as a guide for those in the profession of foundry, those starting in their professions, the supervisors in foundry departments or anyone associated with foundry, pattern making and mould making. 

The book leverages the author's experience of 40 years across Pattern design, Pattern making, Mould design and Mould manufacturing for production of refractory shapes. Sheojee Prasad had opportunity to manage pattern shop and design wooden & steel moulds during his tenure at Tata Refractories Limited (currently TRL Korasaki Refractories Ltd.)

This book’s leverages my experience in Pattern Shop, Wooden Mould shop, Steel Mould shop, Machine shop, Flow Control Mould shop, Mould design and Refractories lining design. 

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780648518341
Publisher:	ReeSaa Pty. Ltd.
Publication date:	11/21/2015
Series:	Pattern and Mould Making , #1
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	122
File size:	7 MB

About the Author

Sheojee Prasad is an Author and practitioner with 40 years of experience in Tata Refractories. As a passionate educator and a professional he offers his experience to educate next generation of career professional in the field of refractories, pattern making and mould making.

In this book, Sheojee Prasad makes the task of pattern and mould making in foundry simple.
To begin with, this book explains the concept of pattern and mould making with practical examples and guidelines.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Foundry Technology, Pattern and Core Boxes

2. Explanation of Pattern Design Consideration

3. Nomenclature of Pattern According to Construction Materials

4. Category of Wooden Patterns

5. Pattern Construction Decisions & Step of Pattern Making

6. Elements of Gating System, Types of Gates, Feeders & Design Considerations

7. Product Design Consideration

8. Use of Wood, Measurement and Seasoning

9. Wood Working Skill

10. Brief Introduction of Associated Skill of Pattern Making

11. Machine and Tools

12. Inspection of Patterns

13. Mould and Core Making

14. Sand Blasting and Casting Defects