The consequences of Covid have not been solely economic: they have also led to radical changes in how companies are managed. The Italian foundry industry was not exempt from the disruption, feeling its effects in financial and production terms, as well as in business and work- place management-related areas. As for the current situation, which has improved since the mass vaccination campaign began in March, 2021, the regulatory guidance issued by the health authorities has not changed, workers’ safety will continue to be a priority in managing work and the technical and production-related choices that foundries make.
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The New Boring Machine: An Investment in Production
After several months of work, including the preparation of the installation site, the assembly of the various components, testing and commissioning, the new boring machine has officially become part of our production process. The installation [...]
How to Increase Equipment Service Life with High-Quality Cast Iron Castings
The durability and reliability of ingot casting moulds used in industrial plants largely depend on the quality of their components, particularly those exposed to high mechanical and thermal stresses. High-quality cast iron castings play [...]
Large-scale castings: why casting quality makes the difference
In the industrial sector, the production of large-scale castings requires extremely high quality standards, as even minimal imperfections in the casting process can compromise production efficiency and equipment lifespan. In this context, the quality [...]
Plates, counterplates, and casting columns: precision and strength serving the industry.
In the steel industry, components such as plates, counterplates, and casting columns play a strategic role, as they ensure the precision and stability required during metal melting and solidification processes. Their reliability directly affects [...]
Fonderia di Castenedolo: Italian excellence in large-scale cast iron castings
Production of large-scale cast iron castings for industry Within the Italian foundry industry, Fonderia di Castenedolo stands out as a benchmark for the production of large cast iron castings designed for the most demanding [...]
CBAM: Foundries at risk of shutdown, according to Assofond.
CBAM has become an increasingly topical issue over the last two years, culminating in its entry into force on 1 January 2026. ASSOFOND, the trade association representing Italian foundries and a founding member of [...]