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| CAST's research is developing considerable
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What is CAST?
The Cooperative Research Centre for Cast
Metals Manufacturing (CAST) was established as part of the Australian
Commonwealth Government's Cooperative Research Centre's Program
and commenced operations in July 1999. The Centre continues and
extends research related activities on light metals previously carried
out by the CRC for Alloy and Solidification Technology that operated
between 1993 and 1999.
CAST
brings together universities, research organisations and companies
in a joint venture which is focussed upon the provision and implementation
of quality research and education on important issues for light
metals processing and manufacturing.
Australia has a large and mature primary aluminium
industry that is fifth largest in the world and produces approximately
1.5 million tonnes of aluminium annually. This industry is based
upon abundant mineral reserves (bauxite) and competitive electrical
energy. Australia is also on the verge of becoming a major producer
of magnesium again based on plentiful minerals (magnesite) and energy
sources. Australia has established aluminium fabrication and die
casting industries.
Worldwide growth in demand for light metals is
being driven by the need for the automotive industry to decrease
vehicle weights in order to reduce fuel consumption and lower exhaust
emissions. This, together with other factors, creates an opportunity
for Australian light metals production, processing and manufacturing
industries.
A
prime role for CAST is to support the growth and competitiveness
of Australian light metals industry through its research, education
and commercialisation activities. Just as Australian industry participates
in the rapidly developing global economy, CAST also operates globally
and works with partners around the world. Through such partnerships,
opportunities are created for Australian companies, international
standards of excellence are maintained and opportunities for commercialisation
are increased.
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LPDC Die Design
CASTcoatTM
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