Honorable Mention
Rifl e Scope Body Casting Ti Squared Technologies Sweet Home, Ore.
Material: Titanium. Process: Investment. Weight: 0.49 lbs. Dimensions: 4 x 2.5 x 2.5 in. Application: Firearm scope. Converted From: Aluminum hogout.
• The near-net-shape titanium casting re- duced manufacturing costs by 20% by eliminating machining. Integrally casting several components made the use of the more expensive material possible.
• The casting is stronger than its aluminum counterpart and featured intricate coring to accommodate the internal wiring from the battery pack to the electronic corebox, eliminating line bore drilling.
MAY/JUNE 2011
METAL CASTING DESIGN AND PURCHASING
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