This course is an introduction to the green sand molding process used within a metalcasting facility. Discussion will include terminology, types of sands used, the mold making process, using and maintaining equipment, and considerations for preventing casting defects during the mold making process. Participants will leave the course with a basic foundation of the green sand molding process and techniques used in established facilities.
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM CT each day on Zoom
Course Syllabus
Course Instructor:
Sairam Ravi, Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry Division
Sairam Ravi is a Director of Process Development for Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry Division and is experienced with green sand, no-bake, cold-box and permanent mold processes. Sairam previously worked for UNI (University of Northern Iowa) where he worked on applied research projects related to the advancement and development of foundry technologies. Over the course of his career, he has worked with several suppliers and OEMs in developing processes for equipment and materials.