FEATURES 18 Innovative Planting for Better Crop Yield


A cast ductile iron conversion enabled a new planter to improve seed placement accuracy while


operating at faster speeds. S. WETZEL


25 Cast Iron Machinability Te effect of aging on material properties determines


the optimal machining time. S. LEKAKH AND V. RICHARDS


30 Heavy Castings in High Science Two mammoth projects from Midwestern metalcasting


facilities aid research into the nature of the universe. N. LEIDER


36 Metal Castings in Mining


A heavyweight global industry uses many heavy duty components. D. KAPEL


39 Testing 1-2-3: Investigating the Machinability of Aluminum-Silicon Cast Alloys


A series of drilling tests highlights how microstructural 


differences can affect machinability and tool wear. MCDP STAFF REPORT


2 | METAL CASTING DESIGN & PURCHASING | Sept/Oct 2013


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