for unpacking and dosing caustic materials, allowing for the preparation of solutions with two different concentrations according to process needs. 2. Workpiece Transportation System A gantry-style robotic transporter carries components
between stations, handling basket loading and unloading from the autoclave, transferring to cleaning stations, and discharging finished parts. Positioning is fully programmable, enabling flexible adaptation to various product configurations. 3. Leaching Autoclaves The core units of the system are the leaching autoclaves,
which operate under controlled high-pressure and high- temperature conditions to dissolve ceramic materials through a pressurization-depressurization cycle. Multiple autoclaves can operate simultaneously within a single production line, increasing capacity and redundancy. 4. Multi-Stage Cleaning Line Post-leaching cleaning is conducted in several stages, including hot and cold water baths, neutralization tanks, rinsing, and vacuum drying. The configuration is modular and can be customized to meet specific process or material requirements. 5. Alkali Solution Recycling System To enhance sustainability and reduce operational costs, the system includes a recycling loop comprising transfer pumps, storage tanks, sedimentation chambers, and filtration units. Recovered solution is purified and reused, minimizing waste and chemical consumption. 6. Integrated Control and Management Platform The production line is governed by an advanced control system that includes both hardware-based automation and a digital flexible management platform. Real-time data from each station is recorded and transmitted to a centralized database, enabling seamless integration with higher-level MES or ERP systems. This intelligent system supports production scheduling, real-time status monitoring, and automated parameter selection based on specific order information. It provides traceability, process optimization, and production analytics— empowering foundries to move toward fully autonomous and smart manufacturing.
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Why Automation? The move toward automation in ceramic core and shell removal is driven by several imperatives: • Operator Safety: Elimination of human exposure to caustic solutions and high-pressure vessels.
• Process Standardization: Precise software-controlled execution of procedures, minimizing variability.
• Data-Driven Management: Real-time process data collection ensures full traceability and enhances control over production quality.
• Environmental Responsibility: Reuse of chemicals and efficient energy usage contribute to a greener footprint.
FUGE Vision
FUGE is committed to supporting investment casting manufacturers by delivering automation solutions that improve safety, environmental sustainability, and operational efficiency. In an era of digital transformation, our goal is clear: to build safer, smarter, and more sustainable foundry environments.
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