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Review: Internship Foundry Technology I - Automotive and Vehicle Casting
Last week, our students had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the fascinating world of foundry technology. In a hands-on environment, they were able to gain valuable experience by working with hot melt, analyzing casting processes and even dismantling a discarded vehicle into its individual parts in order to examine its components more closely.
The highlights at a glance:
- Practical experience: students learned how to safely handle molten metal and carried out metallurgical investigations.
- Lectures: Each participant gave a 15-minute presentation on a specific topic related to lightweight casting - an intensive exploration of current technologies and developments.
- Hands-on session: Various components were analyzed in terms of their material properties and production techniques while dismantling a vehicle.
- Excursion: A special highlight was the visit to Magna Casting Soest GmbH, where our students were given a direct insight into industrial foundry processes.
- Networking & exchange: A final tour of the brewery provided an opportunity to exchange ideas and consolidate the new findings in a convivial atmosphere.
A big thank you to Magna International Casting Soest GmbH and especially to Mr. Bastian Drees for this exciting tour and the valuable insights into industrial foundry practice!
Our conclusion: theory is essential - but only practical applications make it really tangible. A big thank you to the entire team of the Foundry Technology department for the excellent organization and to all the students for their great commitment and curiosity!