Elyria Foundry adopts automated charging system overhaul
Elyria Foundry Division of Chromalloy switches from hand labor to a magnet and overhead crane system for cupola charging. A $175000 investment automates weighing and feeding pig iron, motor blocks and steel scrap, reducing crew from eight or nine to two without layoffs, while transferring older labor to other departments. The design by Foundry Design Co of White Plains, NY includes a five ton crane, weigh hoppers, feeders and transfer cars to feed the cupolas automatically.