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An Example in Steel Casting    Hinge/Bearing Assembly for Log Forwarder

Bearing Plate -- As Cast

Photo of the As-Cast Bearing Plate
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After solidification is complete,  the casting is --
  • Removed from the flask and cleaned of sand in the shake-out process
  • Surface cleaned by shot blasting
  • Cut and trimmed to remove the rigging and the extra feed pads
  • Finish trimmed by grinding

 

 

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