November/December 2012 Volume 14 Number 6
COLUMNS 7 Through the Eyes of a Child
A blacksmith operation adds to a fall festival trip. A.T. SPADA
47 Purchasing Points
What you need to ask a potential supplier, before making it official. B. MUELLER
DEPARTMENTS 8 Industry News
15 In a World Without Castings
Would wind be a significant source of energy?
16 Castings in Action Rocket fan housing reduces machine costs.
18 Design Details
Manufacturing flexibility is key to this casting conversion.
Cover Photo: Fisker Automotive Nov/Dec 2012 | METAL CASTING DESIGN & PURCHASING | 5
48 Casting Innovations
Rapid molds via 3D printing; efficient casting process simulation.
51 Website Spotlight 54 Classified Ads 55 Advertisers’ Index
56 Shakeout Office furniture is sculpted out of cast aluminum.
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