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How Computer Software Revolutionizes Traditional Manufacturing Processes
Submitted by anonymous » Wed 23-Jul-2025, 11:14Subject Area: Software EngineeeringKeywords: castings, forgings, Computer software | 0 member ratings |
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In today's highly competitive OEM casting and forging customization market, computer software has become a strategic tool for improving product quality, optimizing production efficiency and reducing costs. As a professional casting and forging manufacturer, we are deeply aware of the revolutionary impact of digital technology on traditional casting and forging processes.
1. Overview of casting and forging processes and material characteristics
(1). Casting process types and applicable materials
Casting, as the basic process of metal forming, mainly includes the following types:
Sand casting:
Suitable for cast iron, cast steel, aluminum alloy, etc., with low cost and wide adaptability
Precision investment casting:
Especially suitable for complex shape parts such as stainless steel and high temperature alloys
Die casting:
Mainly used for mass production of non-ferrous metals such as aluminum alloy and magnesium alloy
Centrifugal casting:
commonly used for pipe castings, suitable for cast iron, cast steel and other materials
(2). Forging process classification and material selection
Forging technology is widely used due to its excellent mechanical properties:
Open die forging:
suitable for large forgings of carbon steel, alloy steel and other materials
Closed-Die forging:
suitable for mass production of precision forgings such as aluminum alloy and titanium alloy
Ring rolling forging:
mainly used for ring parts such as bearing steel and stainless steel
Isothermal forging:
for difficult-to-deform materials such as titanium alloy and high temperature alloy
The selection of different materials directly affects the performance indicators and application areas of the final product, and the application of computer software makes the material selection more scientific and accurate.
2. Application of computer software in casting and forging process design
(1). 3D modeling and simulation analysis
Modern CAD/CAE software has completely changed the traditional design method:
SolidWorks/UG NX: Accurate 3D modeling of complex castings and forgings
ProCAST/AnyCasting: Numerical simulation of the casting process, prediction of shrinkage, pores and other defects
DEFORM/Forge: Forging process simulation, optimization of metal flow and mold design
Take a large steel casting as an example, after optimizing the pouring system through simulation software, the scrap rate dropped from 15% to less than 3%.
(2). Process parameter optimization system
Professional software can help determine the best process parameters:
Pouring temperature calculation system
Forging pressure and speed optimization algorithm
Heat treatment process parameter database
These systems significantly improve process stability and product consistency.
3. Digital control in the production process
(1). Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)
CAM software plays a key role in the following links:
Mold processing path optimization
CNC machine tool programming
Robot trajectory planning
(2). Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
MES system achieves:
Real-time monitoring of production progress
Quality data traceability
Equipment status management
4. Quality inspection and data analysis
(1). Computer vision inspection
Application areas include:
Automatic identification of surface defects
Automatic measurement of dimensional accuracy
Metallurgical structure analysis
(2). Big data analysis platform
Collect and analyze production data to:
Predict equipment failure
Optimize process window
Improve yield rate
5. Software support features for production of different materials
(1). Aluminum alloy castings
Special consideration of shrinkage simulation
Oxide inclusion prediction algorithm
Rapid solidification process simulation
(2). High-temperature alloy forgings
Precise calculation of deformation resistance
Recrystallization behavior simulation
Microstructure prediction
6. Future development trends
Artificial intelligence process optimization: machine learning algorithms automatically optimize process parameters
Digital twin technology: establish a virtual factory to achieve real-time optimization
Cloud manufacturing platform: intelligent scheduling of distributed production resources
Conclusion: Digital transformation is imperative
In the field of OEM casting and forging customization, computer software has developed from an auxiliary tool to a core competitiveness. By adopting advanced digital technology, we can provide customers with casting and forging products with higher quality, shorter delivery time and more cost advantages. In the future, we will continue to increase our investment in digitalization and promote the development of traditional casting and forging processes towards intelligence.
As your casting and forging manufacturing partner, we are always committed to perfectly combining the most advanced computer technology with traditional manufacturing processes to provide you with the most competitive customized solutions.
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