Case Studies - Diecasting

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1. Handle and Lock Assembly

   In both residential and commercial construction projects, architects are frequently asked to design large windows and sliding glass doors. Sliding doors must be easy and comfortable to operate from either inside or outside and it must be possible to lock them. Zinc alloy has been used to produce this handle and lock assembly for sliding doors because it can meet the manufacturer’s exacting requirement for a strong and durable material.

   Posted on Sunday, March 6, 2011

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2. Miniature Zinc Die Casting Replaced Low Volume Brass Component at a 500% Unit Cost Savings

   For small component production, Miniature 4-Slide Zinc and ZA-8 die casting can offer very significant unit cost savings for a range of machined parts, even with low production volumes. Sourcing this close-toleranced part for a medical device from CNC machined brass to miniature die cast zinc— produced to net shape— is a prime example.

   Posted on Sunday, March 6, 2011

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