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$30 Backyard Aluminum Foundry?

Ivan Irons — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 12:01:39 +0000

DON’T TRY THIS AT HOME!!!!! An overview of my aluminum foundry. Only cost me about $30 bucks at Ace Hardware. Got some scrap aluminum at a welding yard for free and tried to mold them into ingots using a wal-mart muffin pan. $30 Backyard Aluminum Foundry? is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

$30 Backyard Aluminum Foundry? is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

Home Built Foundry Aluminum Pour

Ivan Irons — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:57:10 +0000

Aluminum Pour in a Home Built Foundry Home Built Foundry Aluminum Pour is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

Home Built Foundry Aluminum Pour is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

How To – Make And Cast Brass

Ivan Irons — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:50:08 +0000

Me and my friend made a video showing you how to make brass, which is copper + zinc, not copper + tin. Anyway, after we make brass, we show you how to cast it, and of course casting it into any symbol you want! How To – Make And Cast Brass is a post from: [...]

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Copper, Rod, Strip, Tube, Upward Continuous Casting Machine

Ivan Irons — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:44:57 +0000

copper upword continuous casting machine for copper 8mm-22mm rod, strips and tube castingcopper machine manufacturers directory. Browse china copper machine products posted by copper machine manufacturers, suppliers, factories, exporters, wholesalers, distributors Copper, Rod, Strip, Tube, Upward Continuous Casting Machine is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

Copper, Rod, Strip, Tube, Upward Continuous Casting Machine is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

Brass/Bronze Casting in York, UK

Ivan Irons — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:29:36 +0000

can’t remember if it was brass or bronze we were casting into a 1 off mold (loss wax), took about an hour for the metal to melt and about 4 hours for the mold to cool Brass/Bronze Casting in York, UK is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

Brass/Bronze Casting in York, UK is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

Copper Tube Continuous Casting Machine & Equipment

Ivan Irons — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 12:47:40 +0000

COPPER TUBE PRODUCING BY CONTINUOUS CASTING OF MOTHER TUBE BY HORIZONTAL CONTINUOUS CASTING , SURFACE MILLING, ROLLING , DRAWING, ANEALING, copper melting, casting,continous casting, extrusion, wire drawing , cable, copper ,alluminium, brass , winding wire , continuous extrusion, upcasting, hydrolic draw bench, horizontal continous casting , copper rod, copper tube, copper strip, copper & alluminium [...]

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Metal Casting Lab at College

Ivan Irons — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 14:50:11 +0000

Ohio State 2nd-year Materials Science and Engineering students participate in metal casting lab (MSE 281), and create aluminum OSU stadia pieces. Metal Casting Lab at College is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

Metal Casting Lab at College is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

Continuous Brass Pipe Casting

Ivan Irons — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 14:46:37 +0000

Continuous casting for Brass and copper rod, pipes,profiles ,sections. Continuous Brass Pipe Casting is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

Continuous Brass Pipe Casting is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

Foam Aluminium Skull Halloween Pouring Mold Casting Aluminum

Ivan Irons — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 14:38:56 +0000

foam aluminium skull halloween from a light foam skull to a 5 kilo aluminium skull lost foam casting For God’s Sake not a Damien Hirst diamond skull first time i melted and made a mold and first cast i ever made neighbour whas sitting on the roof waiting for things to go wrong laughed when [...]

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Bangladesh Village Metal Casting – Dhamrai Metal Casting

Ivan Irons — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 13:58:31 +0000

Bangladesh Village Metal Casting Preparing the scrap metal, the furnace and crucibles for casting and explaining a bit about the mould making process. The firing process and casting takes several hours and unfortunately we couldn’t stay. Rice husk is mixed with the clay to make it more refactory. Old crucibles are used to cap the [...]

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Brass Sculpture Casting

Ivan Irons — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 15:27:38 +0000

December 8, 2008 Brass Sculpture Casting. Related Blogs Related Blogs on Brass Casting Related Blogs on Brass Sculpture Casting Related Blogs on Sculpture Casting Brass Sculpture Casting is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

Brass Sculpture Casting is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

How To Cast A Bronze Plaque

Ivan Irons — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 20:17:27 +0000

A video how-to: how to cast a bronze memorial plaque Related Blogs Related Blogs on bronze Related Blogs on bronze plaque Related Blogs on cast How To Cast A Bronze Plaque is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

How To Cast A Bronze Plaque is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

Cast Iron Casting- Creating complex shapes

Ivan Irons — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 22:48:54 +0000

Cast Iron Casting- Creating complex shapes Our daily activities comprises of using many small and big things having vital role in many activities. Big containers, candles, bottles, hammers, work pieces, sculptures etc are few of the many materials which have found their applications in our day to day activities. All these materials are designed to [...]

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Big Pour Sloss Furnace in 2003

Ivan Irons — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 13:35:12 +0000

Southern Conference for Cast Iron Art Sloss Historical Furnaces 2003 Related Blogs Related Blogs on iron casting Related Blogs on iron casting pour Related Blogs on Metal Casting Big Pour Sloss Furnace in 2003 is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

Big Pour Sloss Furnace in 2003 is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

Metal Monkeys First Cast Iron Pour Event

Ivan Irons — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 18:05:37 +0000

First Cast Iron Pour Event to launch Metal Monkeys on Sunday 31st May 2009 at The Kiln,Badshot Lea Village Hall, St Georges Rd, Badshot Lea, Farnham. Metal Monkeys involved the community in their first public iron pour and launched the group with a grant from the Lottery distributer Awards for All. Metal Monkeys worked with [...]

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Recycled Aluminum Metal Casting – Geodesic Dome?

Ivan Irons — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 13:14:59 +0000

Show the process of me doing metal castings from recycled aluminum for geodesic dome hubs. The hubs allow one to make a dome with a diameter of 4 feet up to 20 feet. Related Blogs Related Blogs on Aluminum Metal Casting Related Blogs on Metal Casting Related Blogs on Recycled Aluminum Metal Casting Recycled Aluminum [...]

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Why Changing Your Garden And Enjoying Outdooor Living Is Great

Ivan Irons — Sun, 04 Sep 2011 17:32:18 +0000

Why Changing Your Garden And Enjoying Outdooor Living Is Great Outdoor living, urban living, changing your garden, Out Door Living Advice This applies equally to country or city living. While for some the garden is a passion, for many more people it is an “outdoor living room”. It’s a place where children play, families eat, [...]

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Aluminum Casting modern molding technology

Ivan Irons — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 17:19:14 +0000

Aluminum Casting modern molding technology Complex Aluminum Casting Casting is a form of electromagnetic pump low pressure casting technology at the core, aluminum smelting and molding compound purification technology and manufacturing core of new technology, producing high-quality Aluminum Casting modern molding technology. Electromagnetic pump low pressure die casting molten metal transfer system has a steady [...]

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Cast Iron Radiators ? Timeless Elegance for Your Home

Ivan Irons — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 17:04:52 +0000

Cast Iron Radiators ? Timeless Elegance for Your Home Cast iron radiators can be the perfect choice if you are upgrading your home interiors. When you are decorating your home it can be difficult working out what to do with heating systems. Conventional radiators are effective but they are not always the most stylish option [...]

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Porch Columns to Define Your Porch

Ivan Irons — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 22:37:58 +0000

Porch Columns to Define Your Porch Porch columns are an easy way to update or change the look of your porch in a dramatic and interesting way. With many style and price options, porch columns just may be the design element you are looking for. While commonly made from wood, fiberglass, FRP or stone, front [...]

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Advantages Of Industrial Safety Gates And Major Styles Existing

Ivan Irons — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 15:45:23 +0000

Advantages Of Industrial Safety Gates And Major Styles Existing The term safety gate is not new to many of you. This type of a gate is mainly for controlling the movement of people, cars and other elements through reserved areas. Usually, industrial safety gates are the most popular. These gates come in a range of [...]

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Entertaining In The Garden

Ivan Irons — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:29:03 +0000

Entertaining In The Garden Copyright (c) 2010 Filton Kingswood Your outdoor space, It’s a place where children play, families eat, friends are entertained. Whether it’s a balcony or a traditional English garden we love to entertain and enjoy our garden space. To have the best outdoor living area, you must first consider your lifestyle, and [...]

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History of Scale Model Diecast Cars and Trucks

Ivan Irons — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 15:15:20 +0000

History of Scale Model Diecast Cars and Trucks Diecast (or die cast, or die-cast) toys were first produced early in the 20th century by manufacturers located in both the United States and the United Kingdom. The first scale model diecast on the market were basic, consisting of a small car or van body with no [...]

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About the patterns of Sand Casting

Ivan Irons — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 15:02:09 +0000

About the patterns of Sand Casting <!– p { margin-bottom: 0.21cm; } –> Sand casting involves various processes that include patterns, sprues and runners, casting allowance and design selection. Out of these processes, patterns find immense importance as it is the deciding factor of the final appearance of the finished product. While casting, molten metal [...]

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What is the Difference Between Cast Iron and Regular Iron?

Ivan Irons — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 14:21:16 +0000

What is the Difference Between Cast Iron and Regular Iron? Regular iron and cast iron are not so different as they are both the same material. The only difference is in some of the properties they possess and the way the metal is shaped. These subtle, yet drastic differences actually mean that each metal type [...]

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Outside Fireplace Designs and Installation Improvements Discussed

Ivan Irons — Sat, 20 Aug 2011 14:07:26 +0000

Outside Fireplace Designs and Installation Improvements Discussed An outdoor fireplace plan and design is kind of similar to that of your standard indoor fireplace. The one exception being that outdoor fireplaces won’t use dampers. By having a tall chimney, the major element of any fixed type outdoor fireplace, you will not have to fret about [...]

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Expert Advice for Buying Cast Iron Radiators

Ivan Irons — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 13:53:39 +0000

Expert Advice for Buying Cast Iron Radiators Cast iron radiators can represent a significant investment for homeowners. It is a good idea to get as much help as possible when buying cast iron radiators to make sure you are making the most of your money. Common Pitfalls Expert advice can help you to avoid the [...]

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Wrought Iron Doorway Hardware: Getting The Rust Off

Ivan Irons — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 13:53:39 +0000

Wrought Iron Doorway Hardware: Getting The Rust Off Even so, cast iron transpires to be one particular of the most attractive and long lasting selections. There are so lots of models to choose from if you pick iron doorway furnishings like ornamental door stops. You can locate fascinating animal models, together with rabbits, ducks, whales, [...]

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Wrought Iron Brackets for Home Decor

Ivan Irons — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 13:39:35 +0000

Wrought Iron Brackets for Home Decor Brackets are beautiful functional accents used in homes and garden. Since a long time, wood, stone and various metals are used to make brackets for functional purpose. However, there has always been an ever increasing demand for wrought iron brackets for their unique appearance, finish and durability. Wrought iron [...]

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The Iron Door – Add A Touch Of Grace To Your Home

Ivan Irons — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 13:25:57 +0000

The Iron Door – Add A Touch Of Grace To Your Home An iron door can add that extra touch of grace and beauty to your home. Here are some facts worth being aware of when choosing or maintaining your iron door, gate or door furniture. More often than not, people opt for it, when [...]

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Your Silver Clay Project Will Be Flawless With These Tips

Ivan Irons — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 13:25:53 +0000

Your Silver Clay Project Will Be Flawless With These Tips Silver clay? Whatever is that? Silver clay, precious metal clay, art metal clay, and art clay silver are all different terms and types of “clay” that may be magically turned into gold and silver. These innovative metal clays were introduced to the North American [...]

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Cast Iron Kitchen Sinks – Why It Should Be One of Your Considerations

Ivan Irons — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 13:12:41 +0000

Cast Iron Kitchen Sinks – Why It Should Be One of Your Considerations Some Good Reasons to Choose Cast Iron Sinks Why are they so popular? For starters, they are strong and durable. They are easy to clean and maintain due to the protective qualities of the porcelain shell and the cast iron foundation, which [...]

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Information about various Castings Process and Types

Ivan Irons — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:58:34 +0000

Information about various Castings Process and Types Casting history is older than 6000 years. A casting is also known is molding process in which any metal is poured in to the mold. It is one type of manufacturing process in which every metal poured in mold. Generally, casting is uses for creating desired an most [...]

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The Most Frequently Used Yard Heating Choices For Ones Outdoor Area

Ivan Irons — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 12:44:54 +0000

The Most Frequently Used Yard Heating Choices For Ones Outdoor Area Now that the weather is beginning to cool off, you may be spending less time in the evenings hanging out on the patio or in the backyard. However, if you adore spending time in your patio within the evenings, you don’t have to cut [...]

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What Can Cast Iron Be Used For?

Ivan Irons — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 12:31:09 +0000

What Can Cast Iron Be Used For? Cast Iron is used throughout the home, garden and various industrial capacities. It is one of the most durable metals and is exceptionally fire proof. This type of iron gets its name because of the moulding technique that is used; this is where the metal is melted down [...]

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Outdoor Fireplace Design and Features of this Popular Garden Improvement

Ivan Irons — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 12:17:35 +0000

Outdoor Fireplace Design and Features of this Popular Garden Improvement An outdoor fireplace plan and design is quite similar to that of your standard indoor fireplace. The one exception being that outdoor fireplaces won\’t use dampers. An outdoor fireplace plan can incorporate a bowl-shaped base with a single opening connected to a stack or [...]

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Clean and Maintain Aluminum Patio Furniture

Ivan Irons — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 11:50:06 +0000

Clean and Maintain Aluminum Patio Furniture Aluminum is popular metal used in outdoor furniture for many reasons. It is durable, versatile, and requires very little care on the part of the owner. It is commonly known that aluminum generally does not rust. There is a unique science behind this carefree material. When exposed to air, [...]

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Cast Iron Radiator Options for Home Heating

Ivan Irons — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 11:36:25 +0000

Cast Iron Radiator Options for Home Heating Many people overlook cast iron radiator options when choosing home heating systems. They assume that these traditional radiators will be very expensive and unsuitable for the modern home. However it can be a big mistake to exclude cast iron radiator options from your list when planning new heating [...]

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Guide to Antique Iron Fence

Ivan Irons — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 11:23:11 +0000

Guide to Antique Iron Fence An antique piece is something which most of us are fascinated by. Antiques belonging to the family heirloom or bought from some museum auction or from any other place hold a very special place in the hearts of their possessors. Any antique, be it big or small, has a great [...]

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Semi-Precious Stone Earrings–A Fresh Alternative

Ivan Irons — Sun, 07 Aug 2011 11:09:22 +0000

Semi-Precious Stone Earrings–A Fresh Alternative Color in jewelry enhances a wardbrobe, but if you don’t want to wear costume jewelry–or if you cannot wear it due to metal sensitivities–consider fashion jewelry. And not just fashion jewelry–handmade fashion jewelry with natural elements. Fashion jewelry? Quality jewelry made with components that are sterling silver, gold, or gold-filled. [...]

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Changing Metal Properties With Heat Treatment

Ivan Irons — Sat, 06 Aug 2011 10:55:25 +0000

Changing Metal Properties With Heat Treatment Throughout history people have been creating things from different metals. Presumably the discovery of metal was an accident and probably caused inadvertently when a campfire burnt away some low melting point metal bearing ore and left the bewildered ancient with a crude metal lump. Most likely the first such [...]

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The Skill of a Master Craftsman or Imported Cast Jewellery? You Choose!

Ivan Irons — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 10:28:10 +0000

The Skill of a Master Craftsman or Imported Cast Jewellery? You Choose! The selection of jewellery available today is greater than it has ever been. Modern manufacturing methods ensures that the supply of mass designed jewellery is forever growing. In any country in the world you will find the same type of jewellery, The [...]

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Aranmula Kannadi – A Unique Metal Mirror From India

Ivan Irons — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 10:14:26 +0000

Aranmula Kannadi – A Unique Metal Mirror From India Aranmula metal mirror is a rare piece of craft that had existed even during the Vedic period of Indian history. The myth about the origin and secret of its composition makes it a truly fascinating craft. As traditional as the mirror-making technology is, the artisans’ belief [...]

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Preserving the Metal Garden Bench

Ivan Irons — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 10:01:35 +0000

Preserving the Metal Garden Bench Garden brings beauty and attraction in place like the house, school, park, and the other establishment that created garden in their vicinity. The mixed of plants, trees, the pathways, and furniture give additional color and glow creating a beautiful garden. Garden furniture has several figures. It can be the benches, [...]

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General Knowledge Pt.- X

Ivan Irons — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 09:48:11 +0000

General Knowledge Pt.- X What are the elements of the fisherman’s festival? Fishermen collect fish at Cha§an Lake, Jilin Province. The fishermen caught more than 50,000 kgs of fish on the first day of the annual Chagan Winter Fishing Festival. Chinese fishermen throw fish into the sky during the celebration of this festival. Hundreds of [...]

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Aluminum Garden Furniture – Keep Your Aluminum Patio Furniture Looking Brand New

Ivan Irons — Sun, 31 Jul 2011 09:34:29 +0000

Aluminum Garden Furniture – Keep Your Aluminum Patio Furniture Looking Brand New Aluminum garden furniture has become really popular for those who have large outdoor living areas that need to be decorated and who spend a lot of time entertaining in their outdoor lounging spaces. Aluminum patio furniture is outstanding because it is so strong, [...]

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Practical Tips for Buying Cast Iron Radiator Sets

Ivan Irons — Sat, 30 Jul 2011 09:20:26 +0000

Practical Tips for Buying Cast Iron Radiator Sets You can buy cast iron radiator sets for your home. These provide you with all the radiators you need to heat your home during the colder months. cast iron radiators are quality items and here are just a few practical tips to help make sure you make [...]

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Cast Iron Patio Furniture ? The Best Choice For Your Patio

Ivan Irons — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 08:38:36 +0000

Cast Iron Patio Furniture ? The Best Choice For Your Patio There are many sets of patio furniture styles are available as everything from wood and fabric, PVC frames with vinyl seats, and cast iron patio furniture. Below are a few reasons why cast iron patio furniture might be the best choice for your patio. [...]

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Aluminum extrusion

Ivan Irons — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 08:24:50 +0000

Aluminum extrusion The process of extrusion is particularly adapted for the production of a variety of metal shapes. An extrusion press is capable of producing as many shapes as there are differently shaped dies to fit it. Intricate shapes can be produced by this process which cannot be made in any other manner, and many [...]

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Uses And Health Effects Of Iron

Ivan Irons — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 08:24:49 +0000

Uses And Health Effects Of Iron The period in human history beginning in about 1200 B.C. is called the Iron Age as it was at about this time that humans first learned how to use iron metal. But in some ways, one could refer to the current era as the New Iron Age as [...]

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Chimeneas: The Essential Backyard Equipment

Ivan Irons — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 08:11:12 +0000

Chimeneas: The Essential Backyard Equipment Chimeneas are an alternative to fire pits having similar functions. They are used to provide warmth outdoors and also used for cooking purposes. They possess a huge round bottomed flask-like structure with an exception of a huge opening at one of its sides that acts as the fireplace. They originated [...]

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Callaway FT-iz driver and Diablo Forged Irons

Ivan Irons — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 07:58:31 +0000

Callaway FT-iz driver and Diablo Forged Irons Callaway FT-iz driver and Diablo Forged Irons Callaway FT-iz driver Break through your distance barrier.In our never-ending mission to find more distance and accuracy for golfers, Callaway’s engineers used an entirely new design to once again produce a driver that’s longer and straighter than anything we’ve ever [...]

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Things You Should Know About Cast Aluminum Outdoor Furniture

Ivan Irons — Sat, 23 Jul 2011 07:44:07 +0000

Things You Should Know About Cast Aluminum Outdoor Furniture These days, there are many styles of cast aluminum all-weather furniture available one can design a deck or patio to suit even the most vivid imagination. Exterior design is becoming as popular as interior design. So, we can make our own outdoor rooms after all. Cast [...]

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The Best Drill Press For Your Workshop

Ivan Irons — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 07:30:09 +0000

The Best Drill Press For Your Workshop A drill press is used mainly for drilling spaced holes or tunnels with exact depths. This is a versatile tool that every technician should have. A drill press can drill holes onto an exact depth. This tool works with pulleys and belts. A motor drives the pulley and [...]

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Introduction to Steel Casting Process in India

Ivan Irons — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 07:16:29 +0000

Introduction to Steel Casting Process in India Steel casting is the complicated process of casting all kinds of different steel. The complete procedure of steel casting involves melting the steel, creating molds and cores and finally cleaning the castings and heating them. Mostly the need to use steel castings results when cast irons do not [...]

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All Kinds of Reasons to Collect Vintage Car Models

Ivan Irons — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 06:49:45 +0000

All Kinds of Reasons to Collect Vintage Car Models Many vintage car collectors enjoy the classic nostalgic and artistic feeling associated with vintage car, not to mention the triumph achievement of being able to restore and maintain a vintage car into show worthy masterpiece. Though as much as we wanted to, the majority of us [...]

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Radiators ? Why Cast Iron?

Ivan Irons — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 06:35:22 +0000

Radiators ? Why Cast Iron? While there are any number of people out there who will follow the trends no matter what they dictate, keeping up with The Joneses is not necessarily for everyone. Some people prefer time-worn style over fleeting fashion, and will want to model their houses according to their own unique tastes, [...]

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ALUMINUM SPEED MELTING

Ivan Irons — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 13:50:50 +0000

I setup the Tripod a few weeks ago as Hank and I were melting strips of Aluminum for the projects – This is one of them at 3X Faster speed and the same one at normal speed to show you how long it takes.. – Enjoy! Related Blogs Related Blogs on Aluminum Casting Brass | [...]

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FOUNDRY PATTERN MAKING

Ivan Irons — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 13:47:47 +0000

This will be a multi part video on foundry pattern making. A wooden pattern is used to make an impression in the sand mold. A silica sand core is inserted to produce the cylinder bore in the casting. A wooden pattern of the cylinder is turned on the Clausing lathe. Related Blogs Related Blogs on [...]

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Michael Myers Tattoo Machine Casting by 3-D Machines

Ivan Irons — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 13:42:52 +0000

Foundry Casting of the Michael Myers “Halloween” Tattoo Machine, by 3-D Machines. Related Blogs Related Blogs on machine casting Getting a Home Microdermabrasion Machine | The Academy Of Broad … Related Blogs on tattoo casting Related Blogs on tattoo machine Update: Man linked to Saginaw Township 'quiet subdivision … Michael Myers Tattoo Machine Casting by [...]

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Bronze Pour – Sand Casting at Home

Ivan Irons — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 13:38:33 +0000

www.foundry101.com Lost & Foundry pouring bronze medallions for the centenial trail in Spokane, Wa. Phosphorus copper shot added to increase fluidity. Learn more at www.foundry101.com Sand casting is easy and fun, we have been teaching metal casting & sand casting to kids and adults for almost 10 years now. Check us out! Related Blogs Related [...]

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Foundry101.com

Ivan Irons — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 13:20:27 +0000

Making a greensand mold and pouring molten aluminum. A quick tour with sample castings. Shake-out, breaking apart the mold. Note: Gating system seperated from casting because the mold was still quite hot. Normally we wait about 5 minutes. Learn metal casting free online at foundry101.com. Get affordable foundry supplies from Lost & Foundry. Complete kits [...]

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The problems with iron foundries in China

Ivan Irons — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 06:21:43 +0000

The problems with iron foundries in China The iron foundries are also known as iron casting workshops, which manufacture iron and steel castings. Many overseas buyers and purchasers always try to find the suitable iron foundries in China, so they can buy good iron castings from them. However, they do not know there are many [...]

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Greensand Ingot Mold

Ivan Irons — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 23:34:06 +0000

Related Blogs Related Blogs on casting ingot Related Blogs on casting mold Related Blogs on green sand Greensand Ingot Mold is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

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Why Concrete Bollards the Best

Ivan Irons — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 06:08:36 +0000

Why Concrete Bollards the Best Bollards are a necessity in contemporary security upgrade. These are short vertical posts erected on landscape to boost perimeter protection. They are most preferred means of creating an anti-ram perimeter guard. This is because they do not obstruct vision. It is for this reason that they are most useful in [...]

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Cast Aluminium Patio Furniture: Best Choice for your Outdoor Space

Ivan Irons — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 05:55:28 +0000

Cast Aluminium Patio Furniture: Best Choice for your Outdoor Space A dream house has always emerged from what a person desires the most. The great looking lifestyle magazines, the movies and the novels help to draw this figure out in the mind of people and people yearn to get houses just like their dream houses. [...]

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Aluminum Patio Furniture

Ivan Irons — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 05:40:42 +0000

Aluminum Patio Furniture Aluminum patio furniture is the recommended option if you live in a place where winters are, in short, does not forgive. Aluminum patio furniture is ideal for this kind of weather, and is actually very light and easy to carry. What does the portability has to do with the weather? If this [...]

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Castings without pattern – A new way to produce iron sand castings

Ivan Irons — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 05:27:06 +0000

Castings without pattern – A new way to produce iron sand castings Nopatech™ is a new technology developed by Saguenay Foundry. Its purpose is to make very short production runs of gray & ductile iron castings faster and more cost effective by eliminating the need to produce a pattern. In regular production, patterns are made [...]

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All Weather Furniture: Cast Aluminium Patio Furniture

Ivan Irons — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 05:13:18 +0000

All Weather Furniture: Cast Aluminium Patio Furniture Gone are the days when cast aluminum furniture meant bent rods which were held together with lengths of plastic strings and accompanied the family on outings and picnics. Today, it has become a style statement to have fashionable cast aluminium patio furniture. It has become a regular feature [...]

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Cast Iron Cookware Is Something That Will Last A Lifetime

Ivan Irons — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 04:59:44 +0000

Cast Iron Cookware Is Something That Will Last A Lifetime Did you know that there are two different types of cast-iron cookware? bare cast-iron and enamel cast iron cookware. The majority of people that purchase cast-iron Cookware preferred to use enamel because it doesn’t rust is easy as you sometimes find with bare cast-iron. Another [...]

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Wrought Iron Railings

Ivan Irons — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 04:46:07 +0000

Wrought Iron Railings The difference between cast and wrought iron. The many uses of wrought iron in furniture and in accent and decorating pieces. The difference between wrought iron and cast iron is the way they are made in the first place. Wrought iron is hammered iron, while cast iron is iron that is melted [...]

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Patio Heaters: Fire Pits, Fire Tables & More Options

Ivan Irons — Sat, 09 Jul 2011 04:32:15 +0000

Patio Heaters: Fire Pits, Fire Tables & More Options There’s no reason to cut your evenings outdoors short just because the weather is getting cooler. You can create a warm and inviting space with some outdoor heating accessories and continue to spend all the time you want on your patio throughout the winter months. There [...]

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The process of producing a sand casting

Ivan Irons — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 04:18:51 +0000

The process of producing a sand casting What is a sand casting? How dose it comes out? The following passages would give you some answers. Have you seen a large metal made of iron, bronze, brass of aluminum with some featured patterns in the middle? Have you noticed a cavity of wood or metal? If [...]

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Safes: 3 Major Historical Developments

Ivan Irons — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 04:05:19 +0000

Safes: 3 Major Historical Developments If you have ever seen a Robin Hood movie (animated or not), you may have noticed that when Robin robbed from the Sheriff of Nottingham, the gold was often kept in a wood box that was bound with iron straps. These were called strong boxes, and are the precursor to [...]

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Metal Service Center and Wholesale Supplier

Ivan Irons — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 03:51:19 +0000

Metal Service Center and Wholesale Supplier We Specialize in: Tubing supplies, wholesale, retail, galvanized, sheets, round bar, strip, square, plates, I-beams, structural, diamond plate, ornamental fence, corrugated, expanded and perforated. Also wrought iron, railings, posts, square tube, cast iron, threaded rod, rebar, plasma cutting, barbed wires, welding and industrial supplies. Customer Service: The way we [...]

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Ship Model

Ivan Irons — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 03:37:38 +0000

Ship Model History Ship and Boat Models from the Ancient Mediterranean Ancient ship and boat models from ancient Greece, Egypt, and Phoenicia have been discovered throughout the Mediterranean. These models provide archaeologists with valuable information regarding seafaring technology and the sociological and economic importance of seafaring. In spite of how helpful ancient boat and ship [...]

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Lighting Wholesaler for a Contemporary Look

Ivan Irons — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 03:23:54 +0000

Lighting Wholesaler for a Contemporary Look For commercial lighting you can find discounted quality products online. If you require emergency lighting, nightlights, fire rated lights or outdoor security lights then you can buy them wholesale for a fraction of the cost you would pay in the high street. Here is a quick guide on the [...]

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Cast Iron Bathtubs Are Exquisitely Sublime!

Ivan Irons — Sat, 02 Jul 2011 02:56:26 +0000

Cast Iron Bathtubs Are Exquisitely Sublime! For many, the bathtub is just a place to take a bath, an oasis when you need to soak your body in hot water to relieve stress or a headache, and of course, a drain for the water showering down from above. All these things are valid, but what [...]

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Sterling Silver and Allergies to Metal

Ivan Irons — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 02:42:49 +0000

Sterling Silver and Allergies to Metal Sterling Silver and Allergies The truth is people are not usually allergic to silver or sterling silver. a metal known as nickel, which has been used in sterling silver. Sterling silver is an alloy consisting of 92.5% silver and 7.5% other metals, traditionally copper, and sometimes some manufacturers will [...]

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Cast Iron Gutters – How To Maintain Them

Ivan Irons — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 02:30:04 +0000

Cast Iron Gutters – How To Maintain Them Guttering system is a must for every house. It protects the house from severe damages caused by snowfall or rainstorm. Rain gutters are available in different materials like aluminium, steel, cast iron and vinyl. One of the best guttering materials that can keep your house safe for [...]

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6 Clever Interior Design Ideas Using Ebay Finds

Ivan Irons — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 02:15:21 +0000

6 Clever Interior Design Ideas Using Ebay Finds As a decorator I get paid to shop. That sounds like a dream job! The downside is that searching for interesting pieces within a set price range can be time consuming. With the price of gas, it can also be expensive to drive all over town. For [...]

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Car Lovers Find Diecast Models of All Your Favorites

Ivan Irons — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 02:01:43 +0000

Car Lovers Find Diecast Models of All Your Favorites Die-cast toys are created using a popular industrial production method. Molten metal is forced into mold cavities, which are then turned into die castings. Most castings use non-ferrous metals like lead, pewter, copper, magnesium, zinc, aluminum, and tin. The method is prized for its accuracy and [...]

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Le Creuset Cast Iron Cooking Pots and Pans

Ivan Irons — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 01:48:06 +0000

Le Creuset Cast Iron Cooking Pots and Pans More so, outdoors in the open over direct fire for the cooking to gain elemental proportions. Enameled cast iron cookware, a close cousin with vitreous glazing comes second best in practical terms limiting the leaching of dietary iron. This kind of cookware remains popular for people who [...]

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A great addition to your home- Metal Porch Swing

Ivan Irons — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 00:53:22 +0000

A great addition to your home- Metal Porch Swing A porch is usually the favorite spot of many in a household. Be it for self reflection, curling up with a book in the warm sunshine or simply having a heart to heart with a friend, the porch is the obvious choice. it is especially great [...]

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Chemical Treatment of Your Cast Iron Radiators

Ivan Irons — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:39:53 +0000

Chemical Treatment of Your Cast Iron Radiators Cast iron radiators require appropriate chemical treatment for their general protection to give lifelong service without problems. The main problem areas in cast iron radiators are firstly cold spots, these are caused by black sludge (magnetite) in the closed water system. They normally appear at the bottom of [...]

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Cast Iron Toys

Ivan Irons — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 00:26:00 +0000

Cast Iron Toys Over the course of 1870 to WWII, general toys were manufactured by making use of cast iron. Cast iron was the best substance to make stuff in abundance. At the growth of Modern civilization, the percentage of iron is not good to be overlooked. Iron has perhaps been the most vital alloy. [...]

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Outdoor Hearth for the Patio

Ivan Irons — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:12:21 +0000

Outdoor Hearth for the Patio For the garden and patio lover there are several varieties to choose from when it comes to the outdoor hearth. There are traditional hearths, portables, the chiminea style, and of course the fire pit. Some can burn wood, are gas fired, and some that will burn both gas and wood. [...]

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A Portable Fire Pit for your Backyard Accents

Ivan Irons — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 23:58:34 +0000

A Portable Fire Pit for your Backyard Accents Fall season has already begun and it surely means that the cold weather is on the way and we need to take necessary actions for us to feel warm and cozy during these times. If you beginning to feel the chill, it’s the time where you sit [...]

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Autoart a Model Car Company: Brazilian Gp, and Super Gt 1/18 Models

Ivan Irons — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 23:53:53 +0000

Autoart a Model Car Company: Brazilian Gp, and Super Gt 1/18 Models Autoart is a model car company and main manufacturers of die-cast scale model cars and lifestyle items. Autoart make model cars using variety of different makes, scales and models. AUTOart makes diecast model cars, slot racing cars, and in the future radio controlled [...]

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Wrought Iron Creates Old World Decorating Charm

Ivan Irons — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 23:53:36 +0000

Wrought Iron Creates Old World Decorating Charm Wrought iron-what is it and why use it to decorate your kitchen? You may usually think of wrought iron when you picture a tall, ominous gate in front of a castle. Or, you remember that romantic bench in the park. You may have seen heavy, black metal pot [...]

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What is Metal Casting?

Ivan Irons — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 23:52:47 +0000

What is Metal Casting? A wide variety of materials can be used to make molds for metal casting, depending on the metal being worked. The material needs to be strong and durable enough to withstand the hot metal, while being workable enough to be to be carved or worked into a mold. Wood, limestone, plaster of Paris, [...]

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A Brief Introduction of Molding Sand

Ivan Irons — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:31:15 +0000

A Brief Introduction of Molding Sand When people speak of sand casting, the first thing that comes to their mind is the sand on the beach. They do not think that sand casting is one of the most popular methods which are used to produce metal parts. In order to help people get a general [...]

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Metal Casting at Home Part 22 Flywheel Pattern Making & Casting

Ivan Irons — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 23:30:39 +0000

Here I show the complete pattern making and casting of a 12 1/16″ flywheel. Although mainly about pattern making I have also shown the casting so the whole process can be seen. More detail on the actual casting techniques can be seen in my earlier videos. Related Blogs Related Blogs on Casting Related Blogs on [...]

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Metal Casting at Home Part 21 Core & Mould Making Casting & Machining

Ivan Irons — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 23:25:25 +0000

Making a cylinder head for a single cylinder hit and miss engine. Core making moulding casting and machining operations. The engine is an Olds Gearless, a 4 srtoke with no gears. An eccentric on the crankshaft operates a ratchet wheel to give the necessary timing. Related Blogs Related Blogs on casting core Related Blogs on [...]

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Metal Casting at Home Part 20 – Hit & Miss Engine Cored Cylinder

Ivan Irons — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 23:19:18 +0000

Making a greensand mould and casting an aluminium cylinder for a model hit and miss engine. Related Blogs Related Blogs on Casting Related Blogs on casting aluminum Related Blogs on casting aluminum cylinder Yamaha YZF R15 | multiiguide.com Metal Casting at Home Part 20 – Hit & Miss Engine Cored Cylinder is a post from: [...]

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Metal Casting at Home Part 19 Experiment with Core Making

Ivan Irons — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 23:12:07 +0000

This was an experiment to see if carbon dioxide produced with vinegar and bicarbonated soda could be used to harden a sodium silicate sand core. The result was a success and is a cheaper alternative to buying bottled CO2. Related Blogs Related Blogs on Casting Anna Karenina Casting Update | Celebrity VIP Lounge Related Blogs [...]

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Metal Casting at Home Part 18 Cantilevered Core

Ivan Irons — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 22:52:46 +0000

This casting needed a core to produce the required shape. The core could only be supported at one end so a cantilevered one was used. Related Blogs Related Blogs on iron casting Related Blogs on Metal Casting Related Blogs on Metal Casting Video Metal Casting at Home Part 18 Cantilevered Core is a post from: [...]

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Metal Casting at Home Part 17 – Ten Castings with a Snap Flask

Ivan Irons — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 19:48:03 +0000

Casting ten model cars using a snap flask to make the moulds. Related Blogs Related Blogs on casting cars Related Blogs on Metal Casting Related Blogs on metal casting moulds Metal Casting at Home Part 17 – Ten Castings with a Snap Flask is a post from: Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

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Showcasing Different Types of Foundry Castings, Stainless Steel, Ductile Iron & Gray Iron Castings

Ivan Irons — Wed, 25 May 2011 18:30:58 +0000

Showcasing Different Types of Foundry Castings, Stainless Steel, Ductile Iron & Gray Iron Castings Showcasing Different Types of Foundry Castings, Stainless Steel, Ductile Iron & Gray Iron Castings Free Online Articles Directory Why Submit Articles? Top Authors Top Articles FAQ ABAnswers Publish Article 0 && $ .browser.msie ) { var ie_version = parseInt($ .browser.version); if(ie_version [...]

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Why a Cast Iron Wood Stove is So Excellent and Accessories For Wood Heating

Ivan Irons — Tue, 24 May 2011 18:17:34 +0000

Why a Cast Iron Wood Stove is So Excellent and Accessories For Wood Heating Why a Cast Iron Wood Stove is So Excellent and Accessories For Wood Heating Free Online Articles Directory Why Submit Articles? Top Authors Top Articles FAQ ABAnswers Publish Article 0 && $ .browser.msie ) { var ie_version = parseInt($ .browser.version); if(ie_version [...]

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