Essays about: "foundry industry"

Found 4 essays containing the words foundry industry.

  1. 1. Identifying Challenges Regarding Sustainability and Circularity in Foundries : A multiple-case study of OEMs and SMEs in the Swedish foundry industry

    University essay from Jönköping University/JTH, Logistik och verksamhetsledning

    Author : Paul Abaci; Elin Karlsson; [2023]
    Keywords : castings; challenges; circular economy; foundry industry; OEM; planning; SME; supply chain; sustainability.;

    Abstract : Purpose: The purpose of the thesis is to identify Swedish foundries’ challenges regarding circularity and sustainability demands and explore how SME foundries can be more sustainable and circular. Method: The research approach used in this study is an exploratory multiple-case study. READ MORE

  3. 2. Perception and implementation of Zero Defect Manufacturing approach in foundries

    University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Akademin för innovation, design och teknik

    Author : Mohamed Saliji; [2022]
    Keywords : Zero-defect manufacturing; ZDM; Foundry quality; Metal casting quality; Automation in foundries.;

    Abstract : Foundry is an industry that is both very old and very forward-looking. It is an essential base for several industrial sectors in today’s world. However, the metal casting industry faces a lot of challenges, including quality. READ MORE

  4. 3. Analysis of implementing additive manufacturing for the making of casting patterns

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Industriell Produktion

    Author : Simon Håkansson; [2022]
    Keywords : 3D-printing; additive; manufacturing; polymer; plastic; wood; pattern; casting; molding; vacuum; sand; ABS; milling; turning; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : I den här rapporten undersöks möjligheten för att tillverka och använda gjutmodeller tillverkade genom additiv tillverkning, i folkmun kallat 3D-printing. Först görs en grundläggande analys över hur modellerna tillverkas idag och vilka krav som ställs på modellen. READ MORE

  5. 4. In-depth Evaluation of Energy Management Practices in a Swedish Iron Foundry

    University essay from Energisystem

    Author : Siamak Rahimi Ardkapan; Maral Rahimi; [2010]
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    Abstract : Energy efficiency in industry is became important issue in this century considering cost of energy, energy crisis in the world and environmental issue of using energy sources. To solve this problem energy management can be successful tools due to it positive impact on reduction of energy use and also reduction of energy use environmental impacts. READ MORE