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COMPLETE CASTING LINE

Lost Foam Casting Line

A complete equipment solution connecting pattern preparation, coating and drying, sand handling, pouring, shakeout and sand reclamation. The line scope is configured around the casting, production target, workshop and automation requirements.

Learn How Lost Foam Casting Works
  • Single Machines
  • Section Solutions
  • Complete Lines
  • Custom Configuration
图片占位:Lost Foam Casting 完整整线等距流程图,至少包含 Foam Pattern、Coating / Drying、Sand Filling & Compaction、Pouring、Shakeout、Sand Reclamation;突出 3–5 台代表设备,视觉中心偏右,建议 16:10
PatternPouringSand Return

01 / COMPLETE LINE OVERVIEW

From foam pattern to sand return, one connected production route.

What is included depends on the project scope. The overview below shows the process relationship that a Lost Foam Casting Line is designed to coordinate.

  1. 01Foam PatternPattern preparation
  2. 02Pattern AssemblyPattern preparation
  3. 03CoatingCoating & drying
  4. 04DryingCoating & drying
  5. 05Flask PreparationMold preparation
  6. 06Sand FillingMold preparation
  7. 07Vibration CompactionMold preparation
  8. 08VacuumPouring & cooling
  9. 09PouringPouring & cooling
  10. 10CoolingPouring & cooling
  11. 11ShakeoutRecovery
  12. 12Sand ReclamationRecovery
  13. 13Sand ReturnRecovery

Sand circulation is part of the system. Used sand moves through shakeout and reclamation before returning to the sand handling route, subject to the project process plan.

02 / EQUIPMENT BY LINE SECTION

Break the line into the sections that make the process work.

Each section has a role, an equipment group and interfaces to the next stage. That makes it possible to discuss a single machine, a section solution or the complete route.

01 / SECTION

Pattern Making Section

Role in the linePrepare repeatable foam patterns and assemblies before coating.

Included equipment
  • Pre-expander
  • Shape Molding Machine
  • Steam System
  • Cooling System
  • Assembly Workstation

How it connectsFoam beads move through pre-expansion, molding and cooling before operators assemble the pattern cluster for coating.

Key configuration factorsPattern geometryFoam materialAssembly method
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泡沫模型制作工段,展示预发泡、成型、冷却、模型组装等设备之间的关系;明确模型流向和工位衔接;建议 4:3
02 / SECTION

Coating & Drying Section

Role in the lineApply and condition the refractory coating before sand filling.

Included equipment
  • Coating Tank
  • Coating Circulation System
  • Drying Room
  • Air Circulation System

How it connectsAssembled patterns pass from coating application to controlled drying; circulation and air movement are configured around the coating and pattern requirements.

Key configuration factorsCoating recipeDrying conditionsPattern handling
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涂料与烘干工段,展示涂料槽、循环系统、烘干室和空气循环方向;必须表现模型从涂覆到干燥的顺序;建议 4:3
03 / SECTION

Sand Filling & Compaction Section

Role in the linePosition the pattern, fill the flask and compact sand around the assembly.

Included equipment
  • Sand Filling Machine
  • Sand Box / Flask System
  • Vibration Table
  • Sand Conveying System

How it connectsPrepared flasks are positioned, filled and compacted in sequence; conveying and vibration points are arranged to protect the pattern and maintain material flow.

Key configuration factorsFlask sizeSand behaviorVibration method
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填砂与振实工段,展示砂箱、填砂机、振动台和输送系统的连接;必须表现砂流方向及砂箱移动方向;建议 4:3
04 / SECTION

Pouring & Cooling Section

Role in the lineCoordinate vacuum, pouring and mold movement through the cooling stage.

Included equipment
  • Vacuum System
  • Pouring System
  • Mold Handling Conveyor
  • Cooling Section

How it connectsThe vacuum and pouring stations are coordinated with mold transfer and cooling space; final sequence and interfaces depend on the project process plan.

Key configuration factorsCasting materialPouring methodCooling route
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浇注与冷却工段,展示真空系统、浇注系统、砂箱输送和冷却区域;必须标出浇注后向冷却区的物流方向;建议 4:3
05 / SECTION

Shakeout Section

Role in the lineSeparate castings from the flask and route recovered sand onward.

Included equipment
  • Shakeout Machine
  • Sand Separation Equipment

How it connectsAfter cooling, the flask enters shakeout; castings and used sand are separated into their respective downstream routes.

Key configuration factorsCasting sizeFlask handlingSeparation route
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落砂工段,展示落砂机、铸件出口和旧砂分离路径;必须表现砂箱、铸件和旧砂的分流;建议 4:3
06 / SECTION

Sand Reclamation Section

Role in the lineScreen, condition and return sand for the next cycle.

Included equipment
  • Screening Machine
  • Sand Reclamation System
  • Bucket Elevator
  • Dust Collection
  • Sand Cooling / Return System

How it connectsRecovered sand is screened, reclaimed and conditioned before returning to the sand preparation route; dust collection and return interfaces are planned with the line layout.

Key configuration factorsSand cycleDust controlReturn route
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旧砂再生工段,展示筛分、再生、提升、除尘、冷却和回砂系统;必须表现砂循环回路和回到填砂区的方向;建议 4:3

03 / CORE EQUIPMENT

Start with the equipment that shapes the line interfaces.

These representative equipment groups help frame a technical conversation. Capability tags remain configurable; no fixed specifications are assumed here.

核心设备占位:泡沫成型机完整设备视图,展示成型区域、模型取出方向和操作空间;当前仅为中文占位;建议 4:3
CORE EQUIPMENT

Shape Molding Machine

Forms the foam patterns that define the casting geometry.

  • Pattern output
  • Mold interface
  • Project configured
核心设备占位:振动台及砂箱工位视图,展示设备主体、砂箱位置和振实方向;当前仅为中文占位;建议 4:3
CORE EQUIPMENT

Vibration Table

Compacts sand around the pattern assembly during flask preparation.

  • Flask interface
  • Vibration setup
  • Project configured
核心设备占位:消失模真空系统视图,展示真空接口、控制节点和与浇注工位的关系;当前仅为中文占位;建议 4:3
CORE EQUIPMENT

Vacuum System

Supports the vacuum stage in the pouring and mold-handling sequence.

  • Vacuum interface
  • Control point
  • Project configured
核心设备占位:落砂机视图,展示砂箱进入方向、铸件出口和旧砂分离路径;当前仅为中文占位;建议 4:3
CORE EQUIPMENT

Shakeout Machine

Separates castings, flask material and used sand after cooling.

  • Casting outlet
  • Sand outlet
  • Project configured
核心设备占位:旧砂再生系统组合视图,展示筛分、除尘、冷却和回砂接口;当前仅为中文占位;建议 4:3
CORE EQUIPMENT

Sand Reclamation System

Conditions recovered sand for the next cycle of the line.

  • Screening route
  • Dust interface
  • Project configured

04 / LINE CONFIGURATION OPTIONS

Choose the supply scope that fits the project stage.

There is more than one practical way to start. The scope can be focused on a machine, a connected section or the complete production line.

01 / SUPPLY SCOPE

Single Machine Supply

For a replacement, a process addition or a focused capability upgrade.

  • Manual
  • Semi-automatic

从单台设备开始,根据现有工厂接口、设备状态和目标工段确认供货范围。

Discuss This Scope
02 / SUPPLY SCOPE

Section Solution

For a Pattern, Coating & Drying, Sand Handling or Reclamation section.

  • Manual
  • Semi-automatic
  • Automatic

按工段梳理设备连接、物料流和控制接口,适合分阶段建设或局部改造。

Discuss This Scope

05 / PRODUCTION CAPACITY & CONFIGURATION INPUTS

A line is configured from project inputs, not a fixed catalogue number.

Share the information already available. The engineering discussion can then turn those inputs into an equipment scope, material flow and line arrangement.

What We Need From You

  • Casting material

    Material family or grade under review

  • Casting type

    Part family, geometry and process characteristics

  • Casting dimensions

    Overall size, critical features and handling needs

  • Casting weight

    Part weight or available reference information

  • Annual / hourly production target

    Production objective, configured per project

  • Flask size

    Available or required flask and mold-handling dimensions

  • Automation preference

    Manual, semi-automatic or automatic direction

  • Workshop space

    Available building footprint and access conditions

  • Existing equipment

    Equipment, utilities and interfaces to retain

  • Utility conditions

    Power, air, water, vacuum and dust-control conditions

What We Configure

01
Equipment size

Select equipment interfaces around the casting and process requirement.

02
Number of stations

Set process stations and buffers around the planned route.

03
Conveyor route

Coordinate flask, pattern, casting and sand movement.

04
Sand circulation

Define recovery, conditioning and return interfaces.

05
Buffer zones

Reserve practical space between connected process steps.

06
Automation level

Match controls and handling to the selected automation direction.

07
Control integration

Clarify interlocking, signals and handover points.

CONFIGURED PER PROJECT

Production target, equipment sizing and the final line arrangement are confirmed after the project inputs are reviewed.

图片占位:左侧为铸件、产能、厂房等项目输入,右侧为设备选型、工段数量、物流、自动化和 Layout 输出的工程配置关系图;用箭头表现输入到配置结果的关系;建议 16:6

06 / PRODUCTION LINE LAYOUT

Plan the route around the workshop, not only the equipment list.

Reference Layout — final arrangement depends on project requirements.

PATTERNCOATINGDRYINGFILLINGPOURINGCOOLINGSHAKEOUTSAND OUTSCREENRECLAIMCOOL SANDRETURNREFERENCE LAYOUT / FLOW DIRECTION
图片占位:2D 或等距 Lost Foam Casting Line 参考 Layout,展示各工段空间位置、物流方向、砂循环方向和主要设备;明确标注 Reference Layout;建议 16:10
Layout zones01Pattern Area02Coating Area03Drying Area04Sand Filling Area05Pouring Area06Cooling Area07Shakeout Area08Sand Reclamation Area
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REFERENCE LAYOUT

Lost Foam Casting Line Layout

图片占位:桌面端 Layout 预览,展示工段空间位置、物流方向、砂循环方向和主要设备;正式图片替换前保留此中文说明;建议 16:10

07 / AUTOMATION & MATERIAL FLOW

Automation is a line-level decision.

Handling, flask transfer, sand circulation and control interlocking need to be considered together. The selected level can be discussed without assuming a fixed automation rate.

01 / SYSTEM LAYER

Material Handling

Move patterns, sand, flasks and castings between the planned stations.

02 / SYSTEM LAYER

Flask / Mold Transfer

Coordinate flask positioning, transfer and handover around pouring and cooling.

03 / SYSTEM LAYER

Sand Circulation

Connect used-sand recovery, reclamation, cooling and return routes.

04 / SYSTEM LAYER

Control & Interlocking

Define signals, permissives and interfaces between connected equipment.

图片占位:展示砂、砂箱、模型簇、浇注工位和再生砂的物流方向,以及各工段之间的自动化连接;用不同箭头区分主物流和砂循环;建议 16:7

08 / ENGINEERING & PROJECT DELIVERY

Move from a process conversation to a defined project scope.

Project stages are shown as a framework. Installation, commissioning, training and after-sales scope are confirmed for the supplied project.

  1. 01 / STEP

    Casting & Requirement Review

    Review the casting, process objective and available project information.

    Client input
    Casting drawings, material and target information
    Deliverable
    Initial requirement list and open questions
  2. 02 / STEP

    Process Planning

    Map the route from pattern preparation through sand return.

    Client input
    Process preference and existing process constraints
    Deliverable
    Draft process route
  3. 03 / STEP

    Equipment Configuration

    Match the equipment groups and interfaces to the planned route.

    Client input
    Equipment to retain or replace
    Deliverable
    Configured equipment scope
  4. 04 / STEP

    Workshop / Line Layout

    Place process zones, movement routes and utility interfaces.

    Client input
    Workshop dimensions and access conditions
    Deliverable
    Reference layout for review
  5. 05 / STEP

    Manufacturing

    Build the agreed equipment scope and coordinate project interfaces.

    Client input
    Approved technical and commercial scope
    Deliverable
    Manufacturing progress information
  6. 06 / STEP

    Installation & Commissioning

    Discuss on-site installation, commissioning and handover requirements.

    Client input
    Site readiness and responsible contacts
    Deliverable
    Project-specific commissioning plan
  7. 07 / STEP

    Training & After-sales Support

    Define training and ongoing support requirements for the supplied scope.

    Client input
    Operator and maintenance needs
    Deliverable
    Project-specific support scope
图片占位:设备安装、整线调试或工程师现场沟通场景;未来替换为真实项目照片,不得使用虚构客户案例;建议 16:6

09 / APPLICATIONS & SUITABLE PROJECTS

Match the line scope to the project you are building.

The project type determines the starting point for configuration. Casting applications are shown as discussion categories, not fixed capability claims.

Suitable project types

  • 01New Lost Foam Foundry
  • 02Capacity Expansion
  • 03Existing Line Upgrade
  • 04Section Replacement
  • 05Automation Upgrade
  • 06Sand Reclamation Upgrade

Casting application categories

  • 01Automotive Castings
  • 02Engine Components
  • 03Pump & Valve Components
  • 04Machinery Castings
  • 05Complex Housings
图片占位:展示适用于新建、扩产、改造、工段替换和自动化升级的 Lost Foam 项目场景;不得出现虚构客户或产能数据;建议 16:6

10 / FAQ + RELATED EQUIPMENT / READING

Questions to settle before an engineering review.

These answers keep the conversation focused on scope, inputs, interfaces and project delivery.

The line can include pattern making, coating and drying, sand filling and compaction, pouring and cooling, shakeout, and sand reclamation. The final scope is configured around the project inputs.

11 / FINAL RFQ

Request a Lost Foam Casting Line Proposal

Share the casting, workshop and project information already available. The first review will identify the equipment scope, configuration questions and next technical inputs.

  • Project-configured scope
  • Single machine, section or complete line
  • Drawings and plant layouts welcome
Requirement → Configuration → Proposal

CUSTOM FOUNDRY ENGINEERING

Need a custom line configuration?

Discuss process, capacity, equipment scope and factory conditions as one project.

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