公开(公告)号：WO2006031954A3

公开(公告)日：2006-12-07

申请号：PCT/US2005032897

申请日：2005-09-14

Applicant: CONS ENG CO INC

Inventor： CRAFTON SCOTT P ,  CRAFTON PAUL M ,  FRENCH IAN ,  KNOBLOCH VOLKER R

IPC: B22D30/00 ,  B65G21/20

CPC classification number: B22D33/00 ,  B22D30/00 ,  B65G13/00 ,  B65G21/2063 ,  B65G2201/0214

Abstract: Disclosed is a method and a system of processing a metal casting, particularly a cylinder-block, comprising following steps: - pouring a molten metal into a mold to form a casting; - removing at least a portion of the mold; - transferring the casting on a conveyance mechanism comprising: * a plurality of roller bars arranged transverse to an intended direction of travel of the casting; * at least one hollow guide tube extending perpendicular to the roller bars, the at least one guide tube releasably engaging the casting; * the guide tube comprises a plurality of apertures extending from the bore of the hollow guide tube; * a source of pressurized air in communication with the bore of the hollow guide tube. - heat treating the casting.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种处理金属铸件，特别是气缸体的方法和系统，包括以下步骤： - 将熔融金属浇注到模具中以形成铸件; - 去除模具的至少一部分; - 将铸件转移到输送机构上，包括：*横向于铸件的预期行进方向布置的多个滚柱; *至少一个垂直于滚柱延伸的中空导管，所述至少一个引导管可释放地接合铸件; *导管包括从中空导管的孔延伸的多个孔; *与中空导管的孔连通的加压空气源。 - 热处理铸件。

公开(公告)号：WO2004014581A3

公开(公告)日：2005-10-13

申请号：PCT/US0324928

申请日：2003-08-07

Applicant: CONS ENG CO INC

Inventor： CRAFTON SCOTT P ,  CRAFTON PAUL M ,  KNOBLOCH VOLKER R ,  LEWIS JAMES L JR ,  FRENCH IAN ,  RUEGG FRANZ

IPC: B22C19/00 ,  B22D29/00 ,  C21D9/00

CPC classification number: C21D9/00 ,  B22D29/002 ,  B22D29/003 ,  B22D29/006

Abstract: A system and method for heat treating castings and removing sand cores therefrom. The castings are initially located in indexed positions with their x, y, and z coordinates known. The castings are passed through a heat treatment station typically having a series of nozzles mounted in preset positions corresponding to the known indexed positions of the castings passing through the heat treatment station. The nozzles apply fluid to the castings for heat treating the castings and degrading the sand cores for removal from the castings.

Abstract translation: 一种用于热处理铸件并从其中去除砂芯的系统和方法。 铸件最初位于索引位置，其x，y和z坐标已知。 铸件通过热处理台，通常具有安装在与通过热处理站的铸件的已知索引位置对应的预设位置的一系列喷嘴。 喷嘴将流体施加到铸件上用于热处理铸件并降低砂芯以从铸件中去除。

公开(公告)号：WO2006050209A8

公开(公告)日：2006-08-24

申请号：PCT/US2005039157

申请日：2005-10-31

Applicant: CONS ENG CO INC

Inventor： CRAFTON SCOTT P ,  CRAFTON PAUL M ,  FRENCH IAN ,  SUBRAMANIAN SHANKER

IPC: C21D5/00 ,  B22D29/00 ,  C21D1/34 ,  C21D9/00 ,  F27B9/10 ,  F27B9/30

CPC classification number: C21D9/67 ,  B22D29/006 ,  C21D1/34 ,  C21D1/53 ,  C21D1/767 ,  C21D9/00 ,  C21D9/0037 ,  C21D9/0062 ,  C21D9/673 ,  C21D2241/01 ,  F27B9/024 ,  F27B9/025 ,  F27B9/10 ,  F27B9/16 ,  F27B9/20 ,  F27B9/3005 ,  F27B9/36

Abstract: A furnace for heat treating a workpiece is provided, comprising at least one high pressure heating zone including at least one fluid impingement device capable of directing a heated fluid medium at a workpiece within the furnace, wherein the fluid impingement device is less than about 6 inches from the workpiece and/or is capable of directing the heated fluid medium at the workpiece at least 4,000 feet per minute. The furnace may further comprise a rotating mechanism for rotating the workpiece, a gripping mechanism for inverting the workpiece, and/or a soak zone including an air recirculation system downstream from the high pressure heating zone. The system may further comprise a process control temperature station and/or a sand reclamation system.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于对工件进行热处理的炉子，其包括至少一个高压加热区域，该高压加热区域包括能够将加热的流体介质引导到炉内的工件的至少一个流体冲击装置，其中流体冲击装置小于约6英寸 从工件和/或能够将加热的流体介质在工件处引导至少4,000英尺/分钟。 炉子还可以包括用于旋转工件的旋转机构，用于翻转工件的夹持机构和/或包括在高压加热区域下游的空气再循环系统的保温区域。 该系统可以进一步包括过程控制温度站和/或回砂系统。

公开(公告)号：WO0205986A3

公开(公告)日：2002-05-16

申请号：PCT/US0122118

申请日：2001-07-16

Applicant: CONS ENG CO INC

Inventor： CRAFTON SCOTT P ,  KNOBLOCH VOLKER R

IPC: B22D15/00

CPC classification number: B22D15/00

Abstract: Disclosed is both a process and apparatus for forming a molded article. The molded article is formed in a vertically potted flaskless mold. The flaskless mold is closed having an opening in the top portion that receives a chill for directing the cooling of the molten metal introduced into the mold cavity. After the molten metal solidifies and before the mold is broken down, the chill is removed for reuse in the process.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于形成模制品的方法和装置。 模制品形成在垂直盆栽的无棚模具中。 封闭的无棚模具在顶部具有开口，其接收用于引导引入模腔的熔融金属的冷却的冷却。 在熔融金属固化之后并且在模具破裂之前，将冷却物移除以在该过程中重新使用。

公开(公告)号：WO2008121671A3

公开(公告)日：2008-12-18

申请号：PCT/US2008058348

申请日：2008-03-27

Applicant: CONS ENG CO INC ,  CRAFTON SCOTT P ,  CRAFTON PAUL M ,  FRENCH IAN ,  KNOBLOCH VOLKER

Inventor： CRAFTON SCOTT P ,  CRAFTON PAUL M ,  FRENCH IAN ,  KNOBLOCH VOLKER

IPC: B22D47/02 ,  C21D9/00 ,  F27B9/02 ,  F27B9/10 ,  F27B9/24

CPC classification number: B22D47/00 ,  B22D45/00 ,  B22D47/02 ,  C21D9/0006 ,  C21D9/005 ,  F27B9/16 ,  F27B9/243

Abstract: A system and method for forming and heat treating metal castings is provided with a vertical heat treatment unit positioned adjacent and downstream from a pouring station at which a series of molds are filled with a molten metal to form the castings. The vertical heat treatment unit includes a vertically oriented furnace chamber in which the castings are received, and which has a reduced footprint to reduce the manufacturing floor space required for the vertical heat treatment unit, and to enable the vertical heat treatment unit to be positioned in close proximity to the pouring station.

Abstract translation: 一种用于形成和热处理金属铸件的系统和方法设置有垂直热处理单元，其位于浇注站的邻近和下游，在该浇注站处，一系列模具填充有熔融金属以形成铸件。 垂直热处理单元包括垂直取向的炉室，其中容纳有铸件，并且其具有减小的占地面积，以减少垂直热处理单元所需的制造占地空间，并且使垂直热处理单元能够定位在 靠近浇注站。

公开(公告)号：WO2007147091A3

公开(公告)日：2008-02-14

申请号：PCT/US2007071276

申请日：2007-06-15

Applicant: CONS ENG CO INC

Inventor： CRAFTON SCOTT P ,  CRAFTON PAUL M ,  SUBRAMANIAM SHANKER ,  FRENCH IAN ,  OCZKOWSKI JOSEPH H

IPC: B22D47/02

CPC classification number: B22D47/02

Abstract: A method and system for generating a production sequence for the control of resources and production for metal castings of a manufacturing plant. The system employs a transport system to transfer the castings between a series of processing stations, which could include heat treatment, quenching, decoring, demolding, cleaning, machining, inspection, storage, etc., served by the transport system. A series of guided vehicles moving along the transport carry the castings between the processing stations. Each guided vehicle includes an identifier monitored by a controller to direct the castings to the next required processing station according to a predetermined production sequence for the castings thereon.

Abstract translation: 一种用于生产用于控制制造工厂的金属铸件的资源和生产的生产顺序的方法和系统。 该系统采用运输系统在一系列处理站之间转移铸件，这些加工站可以包括运输系统所服务的热处理，淬火，装饰，脱模，清洗，机加工，检验，储存等。 沿着运输工具移动的一系列导向车辆在加工站之间运送铸件。 每个引导车辆包括由控制器监控的标识符，以根据其上的铸件的预定生产顺序将铸件引导到下一个所需的加工站。

公开(公告)号：WO2006004756A3

公开(公告)日：2006-03-30

申请号：PCT/US2005022939

申请日：2005-06-27

Applicant: CONS ENG CO INC

Inventor： CRAFTON SCOTT P ,  CRAFTON PAUL M ,  LEWIS JAMES L JR ,  FRENCH IAN

IPC: B22D27/04 ,  B22D29/00

CPC classification number: B22D31/002 ,  B22D27/04 ,  B22D29/00 ,  B22D29/001 ,  B22D47/00

Abstract: A method of producing a metal casting comprising : pouring a molten metal material into a mold to form a casting having a core aperture ; removing the casting from the mold ; clearing the core aperture of the casting ; and heat treating the casting.

Abstract translation: 一种制造金属铸件的方法，包括：将熔融金属材料浇注到模具中以形成具有芯孔的铸件; 从模具中取出铸件; 清除铸件的芯孔; 并对铸件进行热处理。

公开(公告)号：WO2006031954B1

公开(公告)日：2007-01-18

申请号：PCT/US2005032897

申请日：2005-09-14

Applicant: CONS ENG CO INC

Inventor： CRAFTON SCOTT P ,  CRAFTON PAUL M ,  FRENCH IAN ,  KNOBLOCH VOLKER R

IPC: B22D30/00 ,  B65G21/20

CPC classification number: B22D33/00 ,  B22D30/00 ,  B65G13/00 ,  B65G21/2063 ,  B65G2201/0214

Abstract: Disclosed is a method and a system of processing a metal casting, particularly a cylinder-block, comprising following steps: - pouring a molten metal into a mold to form a casting; - removing at least a portion of the mold; - transferring the casting on a conveyance mechanism comprising: * a plurality of roller bars arranged transverse to an intended direction of travel of the casting; * at least one hollow guide tube extending perpendicular to the roller bars, the at least one guide tube releasably engaging the casting; * the guide tube comprises a plurality of apertures extending from the bore of the hollow guide tube; * a source of pressurized air in communication with the bore of the hollow guide tube. - heat treating the casting.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种处理金属铸件，特别是气缸体的方法和系统，包括以下步骤： - 将熔融金属浇注到模具中以形成铸件; - 去除模具的至少一部分; - 将铸件转移到输送机构上，包括：*横向于铸件的预期行进方向布置的多个辊杆; *至少一个垂直于滚柱延伸的中空导管，所述至少一个引导管可释放地接合铸件; *导管包括从中空导管的孔延伸的多个孔; *与空心导管的孔连通的加压空气源。 - 热处理铸件。

公开(公告)号：WO2006050209A2

公开(公告)日：2006-05-11

申请号：PCT/US2005039157

申请日：2005-10-31

Applicant: CONS ENG CO INC

Inventor： CRAFTON SCOTT P ,  CRAFTON PAUL M ,  FRENCH IAN ,  SUBRAMANIAN SHANKER

IPC: C21D5/00 ,  B22D29/00 ,  C21D1/34 ,  C21D9/00 ,  F27B9/10 ,  F27B9/30

CPC classification number: C21D9/67 ,  B22D29/006 ,  C21D1/34 ,  C21D1/53 ,  C21D1/767 ,  C21D9/00 ,  C21D9/0037 ,  C21D9/0062 ,  C21D9/673 ,  C21D2241/01 ,  F27B9/024 ,  F27B9/025 ,  F27B9/10 ,  F27B9/16 ,  F27B9/20 ,  F27B9/3005 ,  F27B9/36

Abstract: A furnace for heat treating a metal workpiece is provided. A method and system for processing a workpiece also are provided.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于热处理金属工件的炉子。 还提供了一种用于处理工件的方法和系统。

公开(公告)号：WO2004007121A9

公开(公告)日：2004-06-03

申请号：PCT/US0321528

申请日：2003-07-10

Applicant: CONS ENG CO INC

Inventor： LEWIS JAMES L JR ,  FRENCH IAN ,  KNOBLOCH VOLKER R ,  CRAFTON SCOTT P ,  CRAFTON PAUL M ,  GARRETT JAMES R ,  DALTON JOHN W

IPC: B22D29/04 ,  B22D29/00

CPC classification number: B22D29/003 ,  B22D29/00 ,  B22D29/006 ,  B22D29/007

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for dislodging a mold from a casting formed within the mold. The mold may be removed from the casting by scoring the mold and applying a force sufficient to cause the mold to fracture and break into pieces. Additionally, the mold may be fractured by either explosive charges placed in the mold pack or by high energy pulsations directed at the mold. Once the mold is fractured and broken into various pieces it may then be dislodged from the casting.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于从模具内形成的铸件移除模具的方法。 通过对模具刻痕并施加足以使模具破碎并破碎成碎片的力，可将模具从铸件上移除。 此外，模具可能因放置在模具包中的爆炸性炸药或通过指向模具的高能脉动而断裂。 一旦模具破裂并破碎成各种碎片，它就会从铸件上脱落下来。