Vulcan designs and manufactures a line of riser removal Impactors for both hand-held and manipulator- mounted use.

The Impactor, our single-shot pneumatic “hammer,” has earned an excellent reputation among foundries around the world. The value of the Impactor lies in its robustness, power and longevity.

The combination of extremely long “time between rebuilds” and the affordability and availability of replacement parts translates into a low cost of ownership that continues to win the approval of customers—especially those who have experience with other units.

There are three Impactor models: 65H, 100H and 200H. They are designed to replace sledgehammers in removing risers made with break-off style cores.

All operate best at 80~150psi and are equipped with our patented cushion cylinder for excellent protection against dry-firing. Impactors are operator-friendly (ergonomic grips, shock cushioning), and are built to withstand the rigors of continuous foundry use.

Manually operated Impactors are typically suspended by a chain-fall hoist, supported by a jib crane, bridge crane or similar device.

Changes to Vulcan's Mid-West Machine™ and Fox® Grinders Product Line Representative Territory

Vulcan's representative Precision Abrasives will cease to represent Vulcan's Mid-West Machine™ and Fox® Grinders product lines effective August 30, 2019. The territory effected is Ohio, West Virginia & Western Pennsylvania. If you are in this territory and have any equipment questions or other inquiries, please direct them to Dave Sullivan here at Vulcan Engineering. He can be reached via e-mail at sullivand@vulcangroup.com, or by calling 1-205-663-0732. Dave is a reservoir of information about the Mid-West Machine™ line, and will be happy to answer questions or provide a price quote.

New Video Showcases Vulcan's Latest Ingot Processing Line

A video demonstration of the latest FOX® Remelt Ingot Processing System recently debuted on the Vulcan Engineering YouTube channel. The video showcases the various features of the processing system by following an ingot along the line to the different sections/stages of its journey. The system can handle high alloy steel ingots from 3 to 9 inches in diameter, and 20-50 inches in length.

Super Abrasive Grinder Wheels Provide Longer Life and Other Advantages Over Bonded Abrasive Wheels

Vulcan Engineering recently shipped several Fox® Model 420 Stand Grinders with Super Abrasive (SA) wheels designed for SNAG grinding. The 20” SA wheel fits on a standard machine with no modification providing the user the capability to switch between bonded abrasive and SA wheels based on job requirements. For example, grinding iron casting with the SA wheel and grinding steel casting with the bonded abrasive wheel.

Robotic Aluminum Cutting Cell

Vulcan has considerable experience in the integration and creation of unique solutions using robots for metal removal applications as well as highly efficient automated systems. We engineer systems that use industrial robots to automate common tasks such as mold handling, mold pouring, casting finishing, and casting inspection. We recently completed a project that incorporated a Fanuc robot equipped with a carbide tipped saw to remove gating from aluminum automotive castings inside of an enclosed cell.

Since Vulcan Engineering Co. launched to the new VTS™ (Vulcan Tactile System) in January of last year, there have been many questions. Vulcan has been using the phrase "Robotic/Manipulator" because it just seemed to fit. However, this might have caused a few bewildered looks. Simply, the VTS™ is the best of both worlds and can be used as a Robot or as a Manipulator.

Introducing the VTS Telemanipulator

Vulcan engineers’ have coupled hand position control with force-feedback to offer state of the art fully flexible robotic Equipment Systems. This tele-operated robotic technology provides leading edge cost effective solutions to address numerous demanding areas in foundries and offers distinct advantages over current hydraulic manipulators and dedicated robotic cells.