Overview
This course provides participants with a basic foundation of the nobake molding and coremaking process used within a foundry and is designed for those with little or no prior experience in making nobake molds. Course discussion will include: basic terminology, common chemical binders used, the mold and coremaking process, equipment, and mold defect analysis.
Class participants will receive hands-on practice in nobake mold and core making, walk through the decision-making process in evaluating casting deficiencies and leave with a customized troubleshooting list for use back on the job.
Learning outcomes
Class participants will learn to:
- Identify the important safety measures and operating practices to use while making nobake molds and cores.
- Recognize the various types of raw materials and equipment used during the mold and coremaking process.
- Prepare nobake molds and cores that meet quality specifications.
- Examine molds and cores for defects and determine the appropriate corrective action.
Course Length
2.0 daysCEU Units
0.80 CEUCourse outline
Module 1: Introduction
Module 2: Making a Quality Nobake Mold, Part 1
• Safety Equipment and Binder System Safety
• Make Your Own Mold
• Group Comparisons
Module 3: Metalcasting Principles and Terminology
• Setting the Scene
• The Parts of a Mold
• Patterns
• Molding Equipment and Maintenance
• Sand Reclamation
Module 4: Sand and Binder Systems
• Sand and Sand Types
• Binder Systems
• Calibrating Sand and Chemicals
• Variables Affecting Performance
• How Sand and Binders Work Together
Module 5: Making a Quality Nobake Mold, Part 2
• Make Your Own Mold
• Group Comparisons
Module 6: Quality Control and Communication with Management
• Quality Control
• Communication with Management