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A fascinating look at the Nambu-tekki cast iron process
When I hear the words "cast iron," I typically think about frying pans, and how I know I'm supposed to season them but never ...
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Casting The Bed Of A CNC Machine In Granite
That old drill press or mill made of a few hundred pounds of cast iron isn’t just better because ... Before you pour epoxy into a mold, you’ll need to figure out how you’re going to attach ...
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Crafting Durable Cast Iron In A Renowned Osaka Foundry
Explore the detailed process of producing large cast iron pieces in a long-established foundry in Osaka. With years of expertise, skilled craftsmen use advanced techniques to mold and refine the iron, ...
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172-year-old Japanese factory preserves traditional way of making cast iron cookware
After the iron cools and solidifies, the sand mold is broken into pieces with a hammer and the cookware is removed. Any extraneous pieces are cut off. Suzuki, 59, who has worked in the Oigen cast ...