[Case Study] Low-Cost Automation and Monitoring in the Die Cast Manufacturing Process
3/29/2022
Die casting is a metal fabrication process that involves forcing molten metal under high pressure into reusable metal dies. Molten metal processing is energy-intensive, and approximately on quarter of the cost of die-cast products can be traced to some form of energy consumption. The more energy-intense a process is, the greater the cost of the process, so saving energy is of key importance.
There are several techniques and methods for saving energy such as upgrading equipment. Energy efficiency management requires investment in new equipment, but the best energy efficiency results can be achieved if process management and control systems are optimized through automation. With the help of automation, manufacturers can reduce some of the costs of die casting. Automation also provides more consistent results, which means fewer mistakes, therefore increased efficiency.
