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Molding
We work with manual and machined molding using synthetic sand (green sand). We also do cold set molding for parts weighing between 0.1 kg and 30 kg each and, especially, for large lots. Our core room uses resin, CO2, and shell sand.

Melting and Lab
With a Inductotherm induction melting furnace containing two steel shell crucibles (1,500 kg capacity each) and one alumibox crucible (500 kg) we manufacture parts weighing between 0.1 kg and 1200 kg. SICAL has imported an optical spectrometer (Spectro brand) from Germany. Such equipment can analyze 18 chemical elements contained in a sample with a margin of error inferior to 1%. SICAL also has imported from Germany a metallographic microscope, an Axiolab A from Carl Zeiss coupled with a camera for analyzing the structure of the alloys we manufacture. Other complementary equipments useful for preparing samples for analysis were bought as well. SICAL has bought an electronic hardness tester equipment from Switzerland.

Fettling and Finishing of Parts
SICAL has both highly qualified technicians and adequate equipments to operate throughout this stage of the manufacture process. Because of our company's concern with the environment, SICAL has installed a shot blast containing a filter for the treatment of air particles; such device guarantees minimal degradation to the environment, especially when compared to the traditional sand blasting. SICAL has four furnaces for heat treatment. Three electrical furnaces, one measuring (W by H by L) 0.6 by 0.6 by 0.9 metres (1.97 by 1.97 by 2.95 feet) and two have the size of 1.5 by 0.7 by 1.9 meters (4.92 by 2.30 by 6.23 feet). The fourth one has four gas burners with high performance and measure 3.6 by 2 by 3.9 meters (11.81 by 6.56 by 12.8 feet). All of SICAL's heat treatment furnaces have their temperature control computerized.

Quality Control
Besides all the equipments described in the Melting and Lab item, SICAL has one ultrasound USK7B Krautkrämer and one Foerster Imaden magnetic particles machine. A hardness tester and two pyrometers (immersion and laser) both are used for evaluate the material's temperature during the melting process. We also hold the technology for tests with liquids penetrates . When it comes to training its workers, SICAL is not a neglectful company. Its technicians have been trained in well known institutions such as "ABENDE" (Brazilian Association of Non-Destructive Tests) and SENAI/MG (National Service for Industrial Improvement - Minas Gerais Section).

Pattern Shop
SICAL's pattern shop can manufacture any kind of patterns, in wood or aluminum. Due to its qualified workers and appropriate equipment SICAL can supply both loose and mounted patterns.

Machining
SICAL's machining can perform all required operations concerning the manufacturing of parts.
 


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