FEATURES 21 Streamlining Nuclear Power Converting to a single cast component lowered the total


cost of ownership for a nuclear fuel assembly component. S. WETZEL


26 Testing 1-2-3: Helium-Assisted Sand Casting


Can helium increase cooling rates to achieve a better casting microscructure? MCDP STAFF REPORT


31 U.S. Casting Supply Emerges from Recession


Te 2013 U.S. forecast predicts dramatic growth through 2015. MCDP STAFF REPORT


36 46th Census of World Casting Production


World casting production resumed pre-2008 levels in 2011. MCDP STAFF REPORT


42 The Domestic Picture 


MCDP breaks down U.S. casting industry numbers. MCDP STAFF REPORT


4 | METAL CASTING DESIGN & PURCHASING | Jan/Feb 2013


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