The Melting Methods & Materials Division is involved in melting methods and materials as they relate to metalcasting, with a focus on coreless induction furnaces, channel induction furnaces, cupola melting and related charge materials. Division activities include the development and engagement in technical discussion and education to improve the capabilities and growth of our members.
Executive/Program Committee―Monitors the activity of the division's individual committees and guiding committee leadership in developing industry-oriented projects. Responsible for the preparation of melting-related technical sessions by securing papers and speakers for the annual AFS Metalcasting Congress.
Coreless Induction Furnace Committee―The Coreless Induction Furnace Committee aims to support the industry by providing answers to operational challenges and solutions for coreless induction furnace issues. We seek innovative methods and ideas to improve productivity and profitability within the industry. Our goal is to quickly share this valuable information and promote safe furnace operations as standard practice. The committee consists of coreless furnace operators, melt superintendents, plant managers, refractory specialists, and OEM representatives
- Coreless Induction Charge Task Group―Conducts studies and collects information on the availability, usability and performance of nonferrous and ferrous units vital to the production of cast metals.
Channel Induction Furnace Committee―Assists the industry with operational issues in channel induction furnaces, seeks new methods and ideas to enhance the industry's productivity, shares and disseminates that information with the industry in a timely manner, and promotes safe channel induction furnace operations as the standard goal and best practices.
Cupola Melting Committee―Activities and interests cover all aspects of cupola operation and performance, including safety, construction, operation and metallurgical needs. Develops and presents an annual workshop to provide education for cupola operators and engineers.
- Cupola Charge Task Group―Conducts studies and collects information on the availability, usability and performance of nonferrous and ferrous units vital to the production of cast metals.
Contact:
Travis Frush, Technical Director of Metalcasting Services
tfrush@afsinc.org