FEATURES 20 Stepping Up to the Challenge
Ductile iron pipe is able to withstand the test of time while being a viable choice for environmental and
efficiency reasons. B. SANDALOW
25 Using a Complexity Factor to Calculate Cost Benefits of 3-D Sand Printing
A complexity-based cost metric has been developed to
analyze decisions for economically viable implementation of 3-D sand printing.
E. ALMAGHARIZ, B. CONNER, L. LENNER, R. GULLAPALLI, G. MANOGHARAN, B. LAMONCHA, M. FANGA
30 19 Tips for Additive Manufacturing Design 3-D printing offers more design flexibility than traditional manufacturing methods, but it also has some
unique constraints. AN MCDP STAFF REPORT
34 Understanding Limitations and the Power of Knowledge
Te power of advanced casting technology coupled with efficient and effective design gives the
metalcasting industry a bright future. R. GUNDLACH
38 Sail Away With Castings
Cast parts are critical to the marine industry. Tey are used in rigging hardware, engine design, and functional
applications like anchors, propellers and handles. AN MCDP STAFF REPORT
41 The Case for Steel Lost Foam Casting Although steel is not currently widely produced with lost foam casting, the method offers many potential benefits
and recent work has shown its viability. M. DEBRUIN, S. JORDAN
4 | METAL CASTING DESIGN & PURCHASING | Nov/Dec 2016
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