Special Applications of Induction Melting and Pouring Technology

Special Applications of Induction Melting and Pouring Technology presents induction furnace technology as a versatile solution for melting, melt treatment and pouring across a wide range of metals and processes. Induction furnaces are firmly established for cast iron, steel, copper and aluminium alloys and continue to expand into new application areas.

The book focuses on special charge materials and metals such as magnesium, zinc, silicon, nickel and chromium. It highlights how advances in power electronics, circuit technology and furnace design have enabled new metallurgical tasks and selective process solutions.

A key theme is the interaction between induction melting technology and emerging process technologies. Novel furnace concepts support the production of castings and semi-finished products, while induction furnaces have enabled innovative industrial processes such as horizontal continuous casting for copper materials.

The technical reference book addresses applications beyond the traditional core of induction melting. It provides engineers, metallurgists and process specialists with in-depth insights into special melting and pouring solutions where conventional furnace technologies reach their limits.