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January 6, 2024 By Sen Liang Leave a Comment

Aluminum Dross Cooling Pan

Aluminum Dross Cooling Pan
The aluminum dross cooling pan is designed to quickly cool the salt cake to reduce the dross temperature quickly below 350°C (662°F) , to stop secondary oxidation and coalesce the aluminum particles in the salt cake, saving more aluminum in the dross and improving the overall aluminum recovery, our aluminum dross collection and recycling equipment through our customer’s application situation collected some ideas and suggestions designed and manufactured, so that aluminum dross can be quickly cooled and evenly distributed, effectively improve the amount of aluminum recovery.

We use quality materials ASTM A27 grade 65-35 to make them strong and durable
With forklift hole, casting feet/lugs for easy material transport
The unique design enables the aluminum dross to be cooled quickly and reduce oxidation
A variety of specifications to choose from to meet production applications

Aluminum Dross Cooling Pan
The main function of aluminum dross cooling pan is designed to quickly cool the salt cake to reduce the dross temperature quickly below 350°C (662°F), to stop secondary oxidation and coalesce the aluminum particles in the salt cake, saving more aluminum in the dross and improving the overall aluminum recovery.

Our aluminum dross cooling pan adopts ASTM A27 65-35 grade, cast steel and alloy steel and other materials, with excellent high temperature mechanical properties and good heat resistance, which can be selected according to your application.

Dross pan uses a unique process to ensure the quality of the casting.
Effectively separates the dregs in the aluminum liquid and improves the availability of aluminum metal
High density, smooth surface, long service life
Customized dross pans, dross cooling pans, sow molds etc. according to specific needs to meet customer expectations.

Description Of Aluminum Dross Cooling Pan
Material: Anti-thermal shock proprietary material for cast house consumables
Application: Aluminum recycling, Aluminum smelters, Metal Recycling plants, non-ferrous metals recycling plants, Aluminum bar producers, Primary Aluminum producers, Secondary Aluminum producers, Aluminum refineries etc.

Filed Under: Dross Management

January 1, 2024 By Sen Liang Leave a Comment

Alloy Steel Sow Mold

Alloy Steel Sow Mold — Material Options and Custom Configurations for Aluminium Casthouses

SMI alloy steel sow mold with cast fork pockets and lugs — 8630 WCB 9 alloy steel for aluminium casthouse service
SMI alloy steel sow mold — cast fork pockets, feet and lugs for safe material handling, manufactured from alloy steel for thermal shock resistance in continuous aluminium casting service

SMI alloy steel sow molds are reusable cast steel moulds used to cast molten aluminium from furnaces and transfer launders into large-format ingots — commonly referred to as sows — for downstream processing, transport or resale. SMI has been supplying sow molds and casthouse consumables to the aluminium industry for over 30 years, with active supply to primary smelters, secondary smelters and aluminium recycling operations across the Middle East, Europe, India, North America and Asia-Pacific.

Material selection is the central engineering decision in sow mold manufacture. The mold must withstand repeated thermal cycling — from ambient temperature to the temperature of molten aluminium and back — without cracking, warping or losing dimensional integrity. SMI offers sow molds in multiple material options to match the specific service conditions, production volume and operational requirements of each installation. SMI application engineers will confirm the most suitable material specification at the enquiry stage.


Material Options

8630 WCB 9 Alloy Steel

SMI’s standard recommendation for aluminium casthouse service. 8630 WCB 9 is an alloy steel specification selected for its strength, durability and suitability for continuous aluminium casting operations. This specification is SMI’s primary offering for sow molds supplied to primary and secondary smelters operating continuous casting schedules. Material certification is supplied as standard with every order.

SMI & HT Anti-Thermal Shock Proprietary Material

SMI’s anti-thermal shock material formulation — developed in-house for casthouse consumables — is available for sow mold applications where specific service conditions make it the more appropriate choice. This is the same material specification used across SMI’s full range of casthouse consumables including dross pans and press heads, with a 30-year operational record in aluminium casthouse environments across multiple continents. SMI application engineers will advise whether this formulation is the appropriate choice for your specific installation.

Customer-Specified Material

Where a customer’s engineering or procurement standards specify a particular alloy steel grade, SMI can manufacture sow molds to that specification. Material certification and mechanical test data are supplied as standard with customer-specified material orders. SMI application engineers will confirm suitability for the intended service conditions before order placement.


Design Features

Fully Cast Fork Pockets

Fork pockets are fully cast into the mold body — not fabricated or welded on afterward. Cast-in fork pockets are integral to the structural integrity of the mold and eliminate the failure mode associated with welded attachments under repeated thermal cycling and mechanical handling loads. Fork pocket dimensions are sized to standard casthouse forklift specifications, or to customer-specified fork dimensions.

Cast Feet and Lugs

Cast feet provide stable, level seating for the mold during casting and cooling. Cast lugs allow safe lifting and repositioning by overhead crane where required. Both features are cast integrally into the mold body in the same pour — no secondary fabrication, no weld points, no differential thermal expansion between attached components and the mold body.

Internal Profile and Surface Finish

Sow mold internal geometry and surface profile are designed to allow clean release of the solidified aluminium sow without sticking or mechanical damage to either the sow surface or the mold interior. Internal surface finish and draft angle are specified to the casting requirements of each application.

Custom Dimensions and Configurations

SMI supplies sow molds in a range of standard sizes and in custom configurations matched to specific furnace output volumes, launder dimensions and downstream handling requirements. Custom options include modified fork pocket positions, additional lugs, logo casting and application-specific geometry. All custom configurations are confirmed by SMI application engineers before manufacture.


Specifications

Parameter Details
Standard material 8630 WCB 9 alloy steel
Alternative material SMI & HT anti-thermal shock proprietary formulation; customer-specified grades on request
Fork pockets Fully cast — integral to mold body, sized to customer forklift specification
Feet and lugs Cast integral — no secondary fabrication or welding
Available configurations Standard and low-profile designs — custom sizes and geometries available
Custom options Fork pocket position, additional lugs, logo casting, modified geometry, material grade
Quality documentation Dimensional inspection report, material certification — standard with every order
Supply basis Individual molds or matched sets; standard or custom configuration

Application Sectors

  • Primary aluminium smelters
  • Secondary aluminium smelters and refineries
  • Aluminium rod, billet and bar plants
  • Metal recycling and non-ferrous scrap processing plants
  • Aluminium die casting and foundry operations
  • Aluminium refineries and remelting operations

Global Supply

SMI alloy steel sow molds are in active service at aluminium casthouses across the Middle East, Europe, India, North America and Asia-Pacific, including multiple operations within the world’s highest-output primary aluminium production groups. All supply relationships are subject to confidentiality agreements. Reference accounts are available to qualified buyers under appropriate confidentiality terms.


Related Products — SMI Casthouse Consumables

  • Dross Skim Pans and Sow Molds — matched pan-and-head sets, alloy steel
  • Alloy Steel Ingot Molds, Sow Molds and Dross Pans for Aluminium Scrap Recycling
  • Dross Press Cooling Head — SMI & HT anti-thermal shock material, all geometries
  • Aluminum Dross Press — complete dross press systems
  • Dross Pans — alloy steel, matched to press head geometry
  • Slag Bins and Skim Pots — available from SMI (page link to be added)

Request a Quotation

To specify the correct sow mold configuration for your operation, please provide the following at enquiry stage:

  • Required sow capacity — weight per sow in kg or lb
  • Fork pocket dimensions — fork width and spacing to match your forklift
  • Material preference — 8630 WCB 9, SMI & HT anti-thermal shock, or customer-specified grade
  • Annual consumption volume — number of molds per year
  • Custom requirements — logo, modified geometry, additional lugs or other options
  • Operation type — primary smelter / secondary smelter / recycling plant

SMI will respond with a written technical recommendation and commercial proposal. Contact SMI — Alloy Steel Sow Mold Enquiry →

Filed Under: Casting Consumables Tagged With: alloy steel sow mold, aluminium casting, casting consumables, Sow Mold, sow mould

January 1, 2024 By Sen Liang Leave a Comment

Aluminum Dross Transport Equipment

Aluminum Dross Transport Equipment
Aluminum Dross Transport Equipment
Aluminum Dross Transport Equipment
Aluminum Dross Transport Equipment

Aluminum Dross Transport Equipment
Sow moulds For the aluminum ingots and empty molten metal removed from smelters and transfer washing machines.
Sow moulds are high-safety reusable aluminum cast molds cast from cast steel.
It has the characteristics of heat resistance and long service life, which can make the molten aluminum flow into the mold smoothly and solidify quickly.
Support and provide sow molds or sow moulds OEM and professional design to meet the needs of our customers.

Product Description
The Aluminum Dross Transport Equipment Sow Mold or sow mould is a robust and purpose-built apparatus crafted from high-quality materials to withstand the harsh conditions of aluminum smelting facilities. It serves as a container for the molten aluminum dross, ensuring secure containment and easy transportation to downstream processes.

Product Parameter
Material:Aluminum Ingot Sow Moulds
Application: Aluminum Dross management
Dimension: OEM
Package: Standard Export Packing

Product Feature
1. High-Temperature Resistance: The Sow Mold is engineered to withstand extreme temperatures associated with molten aluminum. Its composition includes heat-resistant alloys that maintain structural integrity and prevent deformation during continuous use.
2. Customizable Design: The mold is available in various sizes and configurations to accommodate the diverse needs of different aluminum smelting operations. This customization ensures optimal performance and efficiency in handling specific quantities of aluminum dross.
3. Durability and Longevity: Constructed from durable materials, the Sow Mold is designed for longevity, reducing the need for frequent replacements. This feature contributes to cost-effectiveness and minimizes downtime in aluminum smelting facilities.
4. Easy Maintenance: The Sow Mold is designed with user-friendly features for ease of maintenance. Accessible components and a straightforward design facilitate quick and efficient cleaning, inspections, and repairs.
5. Efficient Pouring Mechanism: The mold incorporates an efficient pouring mechanism that ensures controlled and precise pouring of molten aluminum dross. This feature minimizes spillage, enhances safety, and optimizes the overall pouring process.

Product Applications
The primary application of the Aluminum Dross Transport Equipment Sow Mold is within aluminum smelting plants during the transportation of molten aluminum dross. Its versatility and customization options make it suitable for various applications, including:
1. Primary Aluminum Production: The Sow Mold is an integral component in the primary aluminum production process, facilitating the transportation of molten aluminum dross from the smelting furnace to subsequent processing stages.
2. Secondary Aluminum Recycling: In facilities focused on recycling aluminum, the Sow Mold aids in the transportation of aluminum dross derived from the recycling process, contributing to sustainable and environmentally friendly practices.

Production Process
The manufacturing of Aluminum Dross Transport Equipment Sow Molds involves a precise and controlled production process:
1. Material Selection: High-quality, heat-resistant alloys are carefully selected to withstand the extreme temperatures encountered during aluminum smelting.
2. Mold Casting: The selected materials are cast into the desired mold shape using advanced casting techniques. This process ensures the formation of a durable and precisely engineered mold.
3. Heat Treatment: The cast molds undergo heat treatment processes to enhance their heat resistance, durability, and overall performance in the demanding conditions of aluminum smelting facilities.
4. Quality Control: Rigorous quality control measures are implemented at various stages of the production process to ensure that each Sow Mold meets the required specifications and standards.
5. Customization: The molds are customized according to the specifications provided by aluminum smelting facilities, taking into account factors such as size, capacity, and specific operational requirements.

Delivery, Shipping, And Serving
We can provide DDP delviery service.
The lead time is 22week from order replacement.
We ship them by ocean in 1x40HD.
We can provide on-site installation service as days collection.

Filed Under: Dross Management

October 25, 2023 By Coffy Leave a Comment

The correct combination of the press head and the dross pan

Press Head and Dross Pan — Matched Configuration for Aluminum Dross Recovery

English

The correct matching of the press head and the dross pan is fundamental to the performance of any aluminum dross press system. The two components function as an integrated unit — the press head must seat correctly against the dross pan walls to ensure rapid discharge of hot dross, maintain an effective thermal seal under hydraulic pressure, and transfer heat efficiently through the cooling circuit. A mismatched or worn combination degrades recovery performance continuously and progressively, often without visible indication until a direct measurement is taken.

SMI supplies press heads and dross pan sets in a wide range of designs, sizes and cross-sectional geometries — circular, rectangular and custom profiles — engineered for optimal internal aluminum recovery and rapid cooling of aluminum dross and rotary furnace slag. Press heads and dross pans are designed and supplied as matched sets wherever possible; this is the configuration that produces the maximum achievable recovery rate for a given installation.

Rapid Cooling Through Effective Heat Transfer

The speed of heat extraction through the press head directly determines how much free metal is recovered before oxidation progresses. SMI press heads incorporate an efficient heat transfer system — with cooled variants featuring an integrated forced-cooling circuit cast directly into the head body — that significantly reduces dross cooling time and fume generation during the pressing cycle. Faster cooling means less oxidation, denser aluminum blocks, and more recoverable metal per pressing cycle.

Effective heat transfer also extends the service life of the press head itself. By reducing the thermal load sustained by the head material during each cycle, a correctly functioning cooling system slows the degradation of the mating face geometry — maintaining the quality of the head-to-pan seal over a longer service period and reducing replacement frequency.

Compatibility Across All Dross Types

Each dross type behaves differently under compression. The correct press head geometry, cooling configuration and material specification depends on the dross type being processed. SMI press heads are engineered and validated for the full range of industrially relevant dross and slag types:

  • Dry dross — primary smelter, low oxide content, high free metal fraction
  • Wet dross — holding furnace, alloying additions, variable metal content
  • Black dross — salt-flux secondary smelting, elevated chloride content
  • White dross — secondary smelter pre-treated, lower free metal content
  • Salt dross — rotary furnace with salt flux
  • Rotary furnace slag — high temperature, variable composition

SMI application engineers will confirm the correct press head and dross pan configuration for your specific dross type and press system before order placement. The press head and dross pan combination is always specified and supplied as part of a complete dross management solution.


Español

La correcta configuración del cabezal de prensa y la bandeja de escoria (dross pan) es fundamental para el rendimiento de cualquier sistema de prensa de escoria de aluminio. Ambos componentes funcionan como una unidad integrada — el cabezal de prensa debe asentar correctamente contra las paredes de la bandeja de escoria para garantizar la descarga rápida de la escoria caliente, mantener un sello térmico eficaz bajo presión hidráulica y transferir el calor eficientemente a través del circuito de enfriamiento. Una combinación mal ajustada o desgastada degrada el rendimiento de recuperación de forma continua y progresiva, con frecuencia sin indicación visible hasta que se realiza una medición directa.

SMI suministra cabezales de prensa y juegos de bandejas de escoria en una amplia gama de diseños, tamaños y geometrías de sección transversal — perfiles circulares, rectangulares y personalizados — diseñados para una recuperación interna óptima de aluminio y un enfriamiento rápido de la escoria de aluminio y la escoria de horno rotativo. Los cabezales de prensa y las bandejas de escoria se diseñan y suministran como conjuntos emparejados siempre que sea posible; esta es la configuración que produce la máxima tasa de recuperación alcanzable para una instalación determinada.

Enfriamiento Rápido Mediante Transferencia de Calor Eficiente

La velocidad de extracción de calor a través del cabezal de prensa determina directamente la cantidad de metal libre que se recupera antes de que progrese la oxidación. Los cabezales de prensa SMI incorporan un sistema eficiente de transferencia de calor — con variantes refrigeradas que presentan un circuito de enfriamiento forzado integrado fundido directamente en el cuerpo del cabezal — que reduce significativamente el tiempo de enfriamiento de la escoria y la generación de humos durante el ciclo de prensado.

Compatibilidad con Todos los Tipos de Escoria

Cada tipo de escoria se comporta de manera diferente bajo compresión. Los cabezales de prensa SMI están diseñados y validados para toda la gama de tipos de escoria relevantes en la industria:

  • Escoria seca — fundición primaria, bajo contenido de óxido, alta fracción de metal libre
  • Escoria húmeda — horno de mantenimiento, adiciones de aleación, contenido de metal variable
  • Escoria negra — fundición secundaria con flux de sal, elevado contenido de cloruro
  • Escoria blanca — pretratada en fundición secundaria, menor contenido de metal libre
  • Escoria salina — horno rotativo con flux de sal
  • Escoria de horno rotativo (rotary furnace slag) — alta temperatura, composición variable

Los ingenieros de aplicaciones de SMI confirmarán la configuración correcta del cabezal de prensa y la bandeja de escoria para su tipo de escoria y sistema de prensa específicos antes de realizar el pedido.


Ελληνικά

Ο σωστός συνδυασμός της κεφαλής πρέσας (press head / indenter) και του δίσκου σκουριάς (dross pan) είναι θεμελιώδης για την απόδοση κάθε συστήματος πρέσας σκουριάς αλουμινίου. Τα δύο εξαρτήματα λειτουργούν ως ολοκληρωμένη μονάδα — η κεφαλή πρέσας πρέπει να εδράζεται σωστά στα τοιχώματα του δίσκου σκουριάς για να εξασφαλίζεται η ταχεία εκφόρτωση της καυτής σκουριάς, η διατήρηση αποτελεσματικής θερμικής στεγανοποίησης υπό υδραυλική πίεση και η αποδοτική μεταφορά θερμότητας μέσω του κυκλώματος ψύξης.

Η SMI προμηθεύει κεφαλές πρέσας και σετ δίσκων σκουριάς σε ευρεία γκάμα σχεδίων, μεγεθών και γεωμετριών διατομής — κυκλικά, ορθογώνια και προσαρμοσμένα προφίλ — σχεδιασμένα για βέλτιστη εσωτερική ανάκτηση αλουμινίου και ταχεία ψύξη σκουριάς αλουμινίου και σκωρίας περιστροφικού κλιβάνου. Κεφαλές πρέσας και δίσκοι σκουριάς σχεδιάζονται και προμηθεύονται ως εξαρτήματα που αντιστοιχούν μεταξύ τους — αυτή είναι η διαμόρφωση που παράγει τον μέγιστο δυνατό ρυθμό ανάκτησης για μια δεδομένη εγκατάσταση.

Ταχεία Ψύξη Μέσω Αποδοτικής Μεταφοράς Θερμότητας

Η ταχύτητα εξαγωγής θερμότητας μέσω της κεφαλής πρέσας καθορίζει άμεσα την ποσότητα ελεύθερου μετάλλου που ανακτάται πριν προχωρήσει η οξείδωση. Οι κεφαλές πρέσας SMI ενσωματώνουν αποδοτικό σύστημα μεταφοράς θερμότητας που μειώνει σημαντικά τον χρόνο ψύξης της σκουριάς και την παραγωγή καπνού κατά τον κύκλο πρεσαρίσματος.

Συμβατότητα με Όλους τους Τύπους Σκουριάς

Κάθε τύπος σκουριάς συμπεριφέρεται διαφορετικά υπό συμπίεση. Οι κεφαλές πρέσας SMI είναι σχεδιασμένες και επικυρωμένες για όλο το φάσμα των βιομηχανικά σχετικών τύπων σκουριάς:

  • Ξηρή σκουριά — πρωτογενής χύτευση, χαμηλή περιεκτικότητα οξειδίου
  • Υγρή σκουριά — κλίβανος διατήρησης, προσθήκες κράματος
  • Μαύρη σκουριά — δευτερογενής χύτευση με flux αλατιού
  • Λευκή σκουριά — προεπεξεργασμένη δευτερογενής
  • Αλατούχα σκουριά — περιστροφικός κλίβανος με flux αλατιού
  • Σκωρία περιστροφικού κλιβάνου (rotary furnace slag) — υψηλή θερμοκρασία, μεταβλητή σύνθεση

Οι μηχανικοί εφαρμογών της SMI θα επιβεβαιώσουν τη σωστή διαμόρφωση κεφαλής πρέσας και δίσκου σκουριάς για τον συγκεκριμένο τύπο σκουριάς και το σύστημα πρέσας σας πριν από την υποβολή παραγγελίας.


العربية

يُعدّ التوافق الصحيح بين رأس المكبس (press head) وصينية الخبث (dross pan) أمراً جوهرياً لأداء أي نظام كبس خبث الألومنيوم. يعمل المكوّنان كوحدة متكاملة — يجب أن يستقر رأس المكبس بشكل صحيح على جدران صينية الخبث لضمان التصريف السريع للخبث الساخن، والحفاظ على إحكام حراري فعّال تحت الضغط الهيدروليكي، ونقل الحرارة بكفاءة عبر دائرة التبريد. إن أي عدم توافق أو تآكل في هذه المجموعة يُدهور أداء الاسترداد بشكل مستمر وتدريجي، وغالباً دون أي مؤشر مرئي حتى يتم إجراء قياس مباشر.

تُوفّر SMI رؤوس مكابس وأطقم صوانٍ للخبث بمجموعة واسعة من التصاميم والأحجام والأشكال الهندسية للمقطع العرضي — دائرية ومستطيلة ومخصصة — مُصمَّمة لتحقيق أقصى قدر من استرداد الألومنيوم الداخلي والتبريد السريع لخبث الألومنيوم وخبث الأفران الدوّارة. تُصمَّم رؤوس المكابس وصوانٍ الخبث وتُورَّد كأطقم متوافقة — وهذا هو التكوين الذي يُحقق أعلى معدل استرداد ممكن لأي منشأة.

التبريد السريع عبر نظام نقل حراري فعّال

تُحدد سرعة استخلاص الحرارة عبر رأس المكبس مباشرةً كمية المعدن الحر التي يتم استردادها قبل تقدم عملية الأكسدة. تتضمن رؤوس مكابس SMI نظاماً فعّالاً لنقل الحرارة — مع وجود دائرة تبريد قسري متكاملة مصبوبة مباشرة في جسم الرأس في الطرازات المبرّدة — مما يُقلل بشكل ملحوظ من وقت تبريد الخبث وانبعاث الأدخنة أثناء دورة الكبس.

التوافق مع جميع أنواع الخبث

يتصرف كل نوع من أنواع الخبث بشكل مختلف تحت الضغط. رؤوس مكابس SMI مُصمَّمة ومُعتمدة لجميع أنواع الخبث والصهارة ذات الصلة صناعياً:

  • الخبث الجاف — صهر أولي، محتوى أكسيد منخفض، نسبة معدن حر عالية
  • الخبث الرطب — فرن الاحتجاز، إضافات السبائك، محتوى معدن متغير
  • الخبث الأسود — صهر ثانوي بتدفق الملح، محتوى كلوريد مرتفع
  • الخبث الأبيض — معالج مسبقاً في الصهر الثانوي، محتوى معدن حر منخفض
  • خبث الملح — فرن دوّار مع تدفق الملح
  • خبث الفرن الدوّار (rotary furnace slag) — درجة حرارة عالية، تركيب متغير

سيقوم مهندسو تطبيقات SMI بتأكيد التكوين الصحيح لرأس المكبس وصينية الخبث المناسب لنوع الخبث ونظام الكبس الخاص بكم قبل تقديم الطلب.


Contact SMI — Press Head and Dross Pan Configuration Enquiry

To specify the correct press head and dross pan configuration for your dross press system, please contact SMI’s application engineering team with the following information:

  • Press frame make, model and existing head dimensions (drawing or dimensional sketch)
  • Dross pan design — existing dimensions or new requirement
  • Dross type: dry / wet / black / white / salt / rotary furnace slag
  • Approximate monthly dross volume (tonnes per month)
  • Operation type: primary smelter / secondary smelter / recycling plant

SMI will respond with a written technical recommendation and commercial proposal.

Contact SMI — Press Head & Dross Pan Enquiry →


Related Products

  • Dross Press Cooling Head — cooled and uncooled variants, proprietary ATM series material
  • Aluminum Dross Press Systems — SMI40, SMI60, SMI80 and custom configurations
  • Dross Press Equipment Overview
  • Dross Skim Pans and Sow Molds
  • Aluminum Dross Recycling Systems

Filed Under: Dross Management Tagged With: aluminium dross, dross pan, Dross Press, dross press configuration, press head

June 10, 2023 By Sen Liang Leave a Comment

Heat-Resistant Steel Metal Smelting Crucible

Heat-Resistant Steel Metal Smelting Crucible
Heat-Resistant Steel Metal Smelting Crucible

Heat-resistant steel metal smelting crucible is a kind of high-performance melting tool, which can work stably at a high temperature of 1000℃ for a long time, and is widely used because of its excellent corrosion resistance and convenient use.
Main features:
1) Using high-quality ZG40Cr25Ni20Si2 material, with excellent corrosion resistance, oxidation resistance and stability
2) High quality 310S can extend the service life of the crucible
3) Can be applied to all kinds of metal smelting and casting
4) Reasonable structure design makes operation more convenient and improve production efficiency

Heat-Resistant Steel Metal Smelting Crucible
SMI heat-resistant steel metal smelting crucible can work stably at 1000 ° C for a long time without deformation or cracking.

For the production environment of the smelter, we use high-quality ZG40Cr25Ni20Si2 material, because of its high strength, high toughness and good corrosion resistance, can effectively resist a variety of corrosive substances erosion, to ensure the long-term stable operation of the crucible.

We consider the convenience of customer use, the crucible with lifting lugs on both sides of the design, convenient mechanical operation and transportation, and there are different capacity and size options to meet the production needs of different customers.

Choosing SMI heat-resistant steel metal smelting crucible can quickly transfer heat to liquid aluminum during smelting, improving melting efficiency and obtaining more aluminum.

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Aluminum Furnace Skimming Tool or Skim blades used for Stirring and Mixing

Aluminium Furnace Skimming Tools for Dross Removal and Melt Stirring

Aluminium furnace skimming tools, also known as skim blades, are used in aluminium casthouses for removing dross and improving molten metal quality. They also assist in stirring and mixing, ensuring better temperature distribution and alloy consistency.

Aluminium furnace skimming tool for dross removal
Aluminium furnace skimming tool for dross removal
Skim blade used in aluminium melting furnace
Skim blade used in aluminium melting furnace
skimming blades designing draft - Industrial skim blade for molten aluminium stirring
skimming blades designing draft- Industrial skim blade for molten aluminium stirring

Key Functions

Dross Removal

Efficient removal of oxide layer from molten aluminium surface, reducing metal loss and improving casting quality.

Stirring and Mixing

Helps achieve uniform temperature distribution and better alloy homogenization.

Flux Distribution

Improves cleaning flux efficiency by evenly dispersing it into the melt.

Product Features

  • Two-piece replaceable blade design, reducing maintenance time
  • High-performance proprietary materials for longer service life
  • Custom design based on furnace and working conditions
  • Compatible with existing skimming systems
  • Ready for installation
  • On-site technical support available

Applications

  • Aluminium melting furnaces
  • Holding furnaces
  • Reverberatory furnaces
  • Rotary furnaces
  • Secondary aluminium plants

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Contact us with your drawings or specifications for customized aluminium skimming tools and skim blades.

Other Languages

Español(click)

Herramientas de desnatado para hornos de aluminio utilizadas para eliminar escoria y mejorar la calidad del metal fundido. También ayudan a agitar y mezclar el metal fundido para una distribución uniforme del calor y mejor homogeneización.

Características del producto: diseño de dos piezas, materiales patentados de alta resistencia, personalizado según el horno, compatible con sistemas existentes, listo para instalar y soporte técnico disponible.

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Εργαλεία αποκορύφωσης για κλιβάνους αλουμινίου για αφαίρεση σκωρίας και βελτίωση ποιότητας μετάλλου. Βοηθούν επίσης στην ανάδευση και ανάμιξη του λιωμένου μετάλλου για ομοιόμορφη κατανομή θερμότητας.

Χαρακτηριστικά προϊόντος: σχεδιασμός δύο τεμαχίων, ιδιόκτητα υλικά υψηλής απόδοσης, προσαρμοσμένο για τον κλίβανο, συμβατό με υπάρχοντα συστήματα, έτοιμο για εγκατάσταση και διαθέσιμη τεχνική υποστήριξη.

Filed Under: Furnace Tools & Accessories Tagged With: aluminium furnace, furnace stirring, mixing tools, skim blades, skimming tool

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