NADCA Research & Development Program

To support the vitality and growth of the die casting industry, NADCA maintains a vigorous research and development (R&D) program that explores new alloys and casting processes, manages a technical archive, and publishes industry standards.

The NADCA R&D program delivers die casting technological advancements that help the industry grow and better compete in the global marketplace. The program is led by the Technology Administration Group and three technical committees: The Die Materials Committee, The Research & Development Committee and the International Technical Council.

Program Objectives

Improving casting integrity and alloys

Increasing die life span

 

Improving quality and lead times through simulation

 

Implementing high integrity casting technology and energy conservation

 

Focus Areas

Die casting materials

Base material and coating for dies and inserts

Optimization of process parameters

Metal flow, die design, die deflection and property simulation

Energy conservation

Rapid tooling

Pollution prevention