Case Study High Efficiency Release Agent Reduces Cycle Time

To increase productivity, efficiency and sustainability in foundries, Chem-Trend has developed a new release agent for micro-spray applications. The results of the case study show how an automotive supplier benefited from HERA^TM.

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Chem-Trend (Deutschland) GmbH

Fondarex SA

GF Casting Solutions AG

The high efficiency release agent HERA^TM from Chem-Trend enables die casters to modify their release agent application method and equipment for process optimization. However, this shift from conventional to HERA^TM requires a major change in application method and equipment. An automotive parts manufacturer engaged with Chem-Trend to implement this approach to release agents. The company was able to achieve positive results with little disruption.

Working alongside with the automotive parts manufacturer, Chem-Trend analyzed, customized, tested, and implemented the new process. By pairing the HERA^TM product with new equipment and processes, they aimed to improve all aspects to exceed previous results.

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Reduced Release Agent Application and Increased Tool Availability

Positive Outcomes

Chem-Trend‘s client achieved a 10.5 % reduction in cycle time and reduced second-stage shot velocity as well as die lubricant concentrate consumption. HERA^TM also provided several advantages, both short- and long-term:

• Improved die life through reduced thermal shock

• Efficient single-position spray application

• Reduced usage of plant air

• Improved process reliability

• Several sustainability advantages

• Less product and less waste

This case study originates from Chem-Trend.

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