VHE Unveils Semi-Automatic Casting Machine for Molten Iron Production

The VHE Semi-Automatic Casting Machine pours molten iron to seal rod stubs into carbon anode blocks. The machine is designed to relieve the operator of the more tedious repetitive parts of this task, whilst continuing to provide manual control over the potetntially hazardous operation of pouring molten metal. The machine runs on rail tracks and on command will move automatically to the active furnace to receive new metal, from where it returns to the casting position. The ladle is lifted up two vertically mounted curved guide-rails, and is tilted to the pouring position with absolute stability. The operator, sitting in an air-conditioned cab attached to the machine, has an unobstructed view of the casting operation from a position which remains constant relative to the pouring spout. Automation is provided by the use of... [read full story]