It is common practice to dry shells in a large open room via a conveyor system. Even with temperature and humidity controls in place it is extremely difficult to regulate such a large area. Because of the inconsistent environment, the molds tend to dry at different rates and degrees depending upon where they are placed in the room. If the molds are not sufficiently dry when they are poured surface imperfections may develop or the metal may simply run out at a weak point in the mold.
Our new shell system consists of a computer controlled electric robot which dips the molds in ceramic materials and places the shells into a compact self contained drying tower. Temperature, humidity and air flow are tightly monitored and controlled by computer to insure proper drying.
We are looking forward to improved consistency and overall quality from our new system.
