Squeeze Casting
Click picture to see press in action.As part of the materials process development, REL, Inc., uses squeeze casting to refine cutting-edge materials. Squeeze casting, or squeeze forming, combines the processes of casting and forging. Also known as liquid metal forging, squeeze casting begins with molten metal, pouring it into pre-heated bottom half of a die. In this squeeze casting process, the top half of the die closes and applies pressure during the solidification process. With squeeze casting, both ferrous and nonferrous materials can be produced. REL's squeeze casting process also allows for very fine detailing.
REL, Inc., uses squeeze casting because it is simple, efficient, and economical. Because of these factors, squeeze casting has unlimited potential in automated operations. The squeeze casting process generates some of the highest mechanical properties that can be attained in casting. Squeeze casting with aluminum alloys has great possibilities for the manufacturing of components. Squeeze casting by REL Machine produces some of the highest quality components, exhibiting remarkable physical properties.
Squeeze cast materials are also easily machined and can be created with very accurate dimensions. Squeeze casting, along with material development, takes place in REL Machine's advanced materials research lab in Calumet, Michigan.
Advance matrix composites produced using the squeeze casting process can increase fatigue strength significantly. Ultimately, squeeze casting by REL Machine assists companies with the development and production of high performance, lightweight commercial components.