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Specialist Induction Melting
Equipment
Melting facilities range from laboratory scale melts at a scale of a few hundred grammes to pilot scale induction melts of up to 1000kg.
Equipment
- 3 ‘Air melt’ induction furnaces
- 1000kg
- 250kg
- 80kg
- Vacuum induction furnace with a 100kg capacity operating at vacuum levels down to less than 10-5 bar.
(The capacities given are based on steel density – other metals can also be melted).
Applications and Capability
These furnaces can be used for a range of requirements including:
- Melting iron and steel, precious metals, ferrous and nonferrous metals
- Refining of high purity metal and alloys
- Smelting and vacuum and controlled atmosphere melting
- Trials for product development and characterisation
- Intermediate scale production between laboratory and tonnage scale melting
- Ability to produce steels and other metals to a wide range of chemical compositions
- Vacuum melt capability where very specific levels of cleanness are required
Key Features
High Efficiency
- Energy-efficient: Less energy is required compared to traditional fuel-based furnaces
- Fast melting: The heat is generated inside the metal, so it melts quickly
Clean Operation
- No combustion gases or fuel residues
- Minimal air pollution, making it more environmentally friendly
- Good for melting metals that are sensitive to contamination including high-grade steel and aluminium
Precise Temperature Control
- Precise temperature management particularly beneficial for high-quality alloys and castings
- Reduces the risk of overheating or burning elements out of the metal
Uniform Heating
- Even distribution of heat leading to homogeneous melts
- Reduces hot spots during melting and improves metal quality
Safe & Automated
- Highly automated and controlled remotely
- Reduces manual input leading to improved safety
Versatile
- Can melt a wide range of metals and alloys including standard and very high purity melt requirements
Good for Recycling
- Efficiently melts scrap metal and can be used in circular production processes
- Often used to recycle metal waste
These facilities are supported by the full range of analytical and metallographic characterisation services and equipment available at the Institute.
Contact the Materials Processing Institute
Enquire about services, facilities, and expertise.
