November/December 2011 Volume 13 Number 6


▼ COLUMNS 7 Editorial: Introducing Our Team


Get to know the faces behind MCDP. A.T. SPADA


47 Purchasing Points: A Step-by-Step Guide for Casting Buyers


Procurement managers just entering the field or veterans that need a refresher can follow this guide


for buying castings. D. BUSHEY


48 Casting Q&A: Green Sand Affects Final Cast Product


Learn how green sand mold properties influence shrink in ductile iron. AFS TECHNICAL DEPARTMENT


Cover: Design by Mike Berrafato, art director


DEPARTMENTS 8 Industry News


20 In a World Without Castings


New this issue, imagine a moment in history without castings.


22 Castings in Action


A pipe fitting is ideal for onsite design. Also, a mounting bracket cuts costs on agricul- tural equipment.


24 Design Details


Te lost foam process improves a casting part for a reduced missions engine series for agriculture equipment.


54 Classified Ads


55 Advertisers’ Index


56 Shakeout You don’t need a grill to get the perfect grill marks with this metalcasting.


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49 Casting Innovations


Te diecasting process reduces fabrication cost and weight for hinges.


51 Website Spotlight


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