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

Hinge Plate -- As Cast

Photo of the As-Cast Hinge Plate
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After final cleaning, the castings are checked for dimensional tolerances and prepared for three finishing operations --

  • Heat treated to normalize the microstructure and mechanical properties
  • Non-destructively evaluated by dry powder magnetic particle inspection
  • Packaged for shipping to the outside machine shop

 

 

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