FEATURES 22 Managing the Supply Chain Six purchasers discuss their quality, cost and lead time


strategies for casting suppliers. S. WETZEL


28 Built to Last


A partnership results in a 25-year diecast LED light bulb. D. KAPEL


32 Testing 1-2-3: New Manual for Testing Machinability Aims to Improve Efficiency


Te testing methodology can reduce time and money spent


on chemical, tensile and microstructure casting rechecks. MCDP STAFF REPORT


38 Historic Cast Metal Construction Meets Modern Design


St. Louis, the host to CastExpo’13, is a city rife with castings. MCDP STAFF REPORT


41 Cast in North America Returns to the Midwest


Preview the show that is expected to draw more than 8,000 attendees. MCDP STAFF REPORT


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4 | METAL CASTING DESIGN & PURCHASING | Mar/Apr 2013


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