The consequences of Covid have not been solely economic: they have also led to radical changes in how companies are managed. The Italian foundry industry was not exempt from the disruption, feeling its effects in financial and production terms, as well as in business and work- place management-related areas. As for the current situation, which has improved since the mass vaccination campaign began in March, 2021, the regulatory guidance issued by the health authorities has not changed, workers’ safety will continue to be a priority in managing work and the technical and production-related choices that foundries make.
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New high energy efficiency suction filter
An innovative suction filter for the core forming machine recently went into operation in our plant; it is a device designed with state-of-the-art features to optimize operations and reduce environmental impact. With a capacity [...]
A new mixer in foundry
A few days ago a new machine was put into operation in the foundry. It's a double-arm continuous mixer with a capacity of dispensing sand and reagents from 20 to 60 t/h. It's mounted [...]
The global production of castings dropped in 2020
Although the health emergency caused by the Covid-19 epidemic has had a major impact on all countries, with some very restrictive measures implemented to contain the pandemic and blocks on production, according to the latest [...]
Energy efficiency and efficiency titles
The search for sustainability is one of the cornerstones for any company that wishes to adapt to efficiency standards both for the use of raw materials and for energy resources. Current trends reward companies that [...]
People: the heart of projects and innovation
The fear that machines may one day replace people within the company runs through the entire history of technological innovation from the very beginning until today. Looking at the past, however, it is clear that [...]
Alarm for the exhaustion of stocks of raw materials
The invasion of Ukraine has accelerated the rise in the prices of raw materials, gas and electricity that form the backbone of our production system. Now the real risk for foundries is that of soon [...]