Once the kinks are worked out in MAGMASOFT, the pattern goes straight to casting development – efficiency at its finest.
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The first is the free surface multiplied by the time that the free surface has. ProCAST uses two methods for approximating oxide inclusion locations. Solidification modeling avoids the time (and money) consuming trial-and-error process associated with prototyping and casting. The MAGMAsoft model involves correlating the age of the free surface to the flow length and the material age to qualitatively predict the final location of entrained oxides within a casting. When using solidification modeling, there is no guesswork for the actual casting. Ongoing production costs are also reduced by optimizing contact sizes, yield and rework. Start-up costs are diminished and lead times are shortened. Northern Stainless uses solidification modeling to cut both time and cost from the initial quote to final product delivery. A 3-D model replaces a physical piece, eliminating the manufacturing cost and time of making actual casting. By running a casting simulation, there is no need for the traditional prototyping phase. Solidification modeling is intended to optimize every step of metal casting. Analysis is then used to optimize the gating design and recommend casting design improvements when allowed. A 3-D model of the pattern or part is created and simulations are run to find potential problems, of which porosity level, turbulence in the gating system an air entrapment are just a few.
#MAGMASOFT MODELLING SOFTWARE#
MAGMASOFT is solidification modeling software designed to optimize the casting process by simulating it on a computer. Casting process optimization ensures we get as accurate a casting as possible as fast as possible. Solidification modeling through MAGMASOFT addresses both. Getting an accurate casting to the customer in an expeditious manner is just as important. MAGMA’s product portfolio based on Autonomous Engineering leads to robust and cost effective solutions in component design, tooling lay-out and production. Casting to customer specifications is only half of the discussion, though. MAGMASOFT ® - SIMULATION AND VIRTUAL OPTIMIZATION OF CASTING PROCESSES MAGMA stands for robust and innovative casting solutions as well as a strong partnership with the metal casting industry. A sound casting yields a satisfied customer.
Building an accurate pattern is the first step to a dimensionally sound casting.