Die casting principles

2 or 3 days on-site
3 sessions online

Uzwil, Switzerland
Holland, USA
Online version possible

Die-casting beginners, supply chain managers, executives and board members

German, English, other languages on request

What you will learn

This course will give you a thorough basic understanding of die-casting technology, metallurgy and processes.

This hands-on course includes:

The principles of die casting and metallurgy
Process principles
Die protection
Systematics of spraying technologies and die tempering
Casting trials (during on-site trainings)

By the end of the course you will have a good basic understanding of the principles of die casting.

Required skill level

This course requires no previous die-casting knowledge or experience.

What is included for on-site trainings

Hands-on training with our experienced engineers
Training documentation in paper or digital format
Certificate of participation

Products you will use in this course

Carat

The Carat die-casting machine offers locking forces of 10,500 to 84,000 kN for die casting of automotive structural parts, engine blocks, transmission or powertrain components, in aluminum or magnesium.

Evolution

With die locking forces of 2,600 to 9,000 kN, our Evolution machine is the proven die-casting solution for your aluminum and magnesium parts, offering you the potential to increase productivity by up to 30 %.

Ecoline

The Ecoline S and Ecoline S Pro die-casting machines offer locking forces of 3,400 to 8,400 kN for die casting of powertrain components, communication, computer, consumer electronics, household and white goods manufacture.

BuhlRob

The BuhlRob foundry robot can be integrated into Carat or Evolution die-casting systems to provide reliable and fast insertion and extraction of parts.

BuhlLadle

BuhlLadle is the preferred die-casting ladling device for dosing aluminum on Carat or Evolution die-casting machines.

BuhlMark

BuhlMark allows you a fast and permanent marking of your cast parts for better traceability. Easy to configure and centrally controlled, BuhlMark is designed for use with your Evolution and Carat machines in the foundry environment.