In September 2023, CWM recycled the following to Imperial Recycling:
1,291 lbs. of cardboard
178 lbs. of plastic
576 lbs. of paper
1,116 lbs. of wood
In addition to that, our partner Groot picked up nearly 5 yards of mixed recyclables. That included 479 pounds of cans, plastic bottles, newspapers, etc., deposited in our blue barrels around the facility.
In September, CWM recycled 3,640 pounds in total. Through three quarters in 2023, CWM has diverted over 41,000 pounds of recyclable materials away from landfills! Check out the full breakdown YTD on our Environmental Practices page.
In August 2023, CWM recycled the following with Imperial Recycling:
1,900 lbs. of cardboard
248 lbs. of plastic
485 lbs. of paper
1,880 lbs. of wood
Groot also collected roughly 6 yards of mixed recyclables, including 575 pounds of cans, bottles, plastic bottles, newspapers, etc., deposited in our blue barrels around the plant.
CWM was able to divert 5,088 pounds of recyclable waste from landfills in August. Click here to discover our eco-friendly initiatives and explore our ongoing record of recycling statistics from January 2023 until today.
In July 2023, CWM recycled the following to Imperial Recycling:
1,052 lbs. of cardboard
129 lbs. of plastic
1,024 lbs. of wood
9 lbs. of Styrofoam
Groot Waste Management picked up 6 yards of mixed recyclables. That includes roughly 575 pounds of cans, plastic bottles, newspapers, etc., deposited into our blue barrels throughout the facility.
For July, CWM successfully diverted a total of 2,789 pounds from Landfills! Learn more about our environmental practices and check out our running total of recycling stats from January 2023 until today.
In June, CWM sent the following to Imperial Recycling:
2,004 lbs. of cardboard
109 lbs. of paper
211 lbs. of plastic
2,604 lbs. of wood
CWM also delivered 10 pounds of Styrofoam to the village of Western Springs and Groot picked up 8 cubic yards of mixed recyclables – 950 pounds of cans, bottles, plastic bottles, newspaper, etc.
In total for June, we diverted 5,888 pounds from going to a landfill! So far, through 2023, CWM was able to divert a total of 31,170 pounds of recyclable materials from a landfill!
In May, CWM recycled the following to Imperial Recycling:
1,853 lbs. of cardboard
66 lbs. of paper
237 lbs. of plastic
1,615 lbs. of wood
CWM also delivered 17.5 pounds of Styrofoam to the village of Western Springs for recycling. Our partner Groot Recycling also hauled away eight cubic yards of mixed recyclables – including 950 pounds of cans, bottles, plastic bottles, newspaper, etc.
For May 2023, CWM was able to divert 4,738.5 pounds from the Landfill! Learn more about CWM’s environmental practices and check out our running total of recycling stats from January 2023 until today!
Die casting is a highly efficient manufacturing process that offers numerous benefits across various industries. In the agriculture, construction and mining sectors in particular, die casting plays a pivotal role in enhancing productivity, improving quality, and reducing costs.
Let’s explore some of the advantages of using die casting in these industries, and highlight how this process contributes to the development and growth of modern farming, construction, and mining practices.
Example of a pump part that is a good fit for die casting
Precision and Complex Geometry:
By utilizing the high-pressure die casting process, you can create precision-engineered components with complex geometries, essential for various applications – like electronic housings, gear cases, pumps, valves, connectors, brackets, and more.
Cost-Effectiveness:
Die casting offers significant cost advantages for the agricultural, construction, and mining machinery industries – especially when compared to alternative processes like plastic injection molding, weldments, or sand castings. Die casting enables the production of high-volume parts at a relatively low cost per unit.
Strength and Durability:
Agricultural/construction/mining machinery and equipment are subject to harsh operating conditions and heavy workloads. CWM uses durable alloys such as aluminum, magnesium, or zinc, which provide exceptional strength and longevity. These alloys offer high resistance to corrosion, weathering, and wear, ensuring that components withstand demanding environments and continue to function reliably.
Lightweight Design:
Efficiency and mobility are crucial in modern agriculture. Die casting allows for the production of lightweight components without compromising on strength. The lightweight nature of die cast parts helps reduce the overall weight of equipment, leading to improved fuel efficiency and reduced soil compaction.
Environmental Considerations:
Sustainable agriculture practices are gaining prominence worldwide. Die casting aligns with these practices as it promotes environmental sustainability. Because die castings are produced from 100% recyclable alloys, they contribute to more environmentally friendly agricultural/construction/mining practices.
Die casting provides various benefits that positively impact the agricultural, construction, and mining machinery industries. By leveraging die casting technology, these industries can enhance productivity, improve product performance, and contribute to sustainable practices.
Find out if your project is eligible for die casting by requesting a quote today, or contact us to discuss your project’s needs.
In April, CWM recycled the following to Imperial Recycling:
1,379 lbs. of cardboard
32 lbs. of paper
199 lbs. of plastic
1,738 lbs. of wood
Our partner Groot also picked up seven cubic yards of mixed recyclables in April – including roughly 712 pounds of cans, bottles, plastic bottles, paper, etc. collected from around the facility.
A combined total of 4,060 pounds of recyclable material was diverted from the landfills in April 2023!
In March, CWM recycled the following to Imperial Recycling:
159 lbs. of plastic
1,413 lbs. of cardboard
2,657 lbs. of wood
111 lbs. of paper
We also recycled 24 pounds of Styrofoam last month – while this may not seem like a lot, it’s significant because it translates to a 6-foot by 4-foot cube of Styrofoam. This was taken to a drop-off location in Western Springs.
Our CNC team also recycled 202 pounds of carbide and high-speed steel tooling that had accumulated over the past year. Lastly, our partner Groot picked up 6 cubic yards of mixed recyclables. This included roughly 575 pounds of cans, plastic bottles, paper, etc. collected from the blue recycling containers around the facility.
In March of 2023, CWM was able to divert a combined total of 5,141 pounds of material away from the Landfill!
Die casting and sand casting are two popular methods for manufacturing metal parts. While both methods involve casting liquid metal in a mold to create a product or part, there are significant differences between the two processes.
What is Die Casting?
Die casting is a manufacturing process that involves injecting molten metal into a complex, highly engineered multi-component steel mold, or “die,” that is set in a machine that controls the clamping, metal injection, die opening, part ejection/extraction, die cooling, and lubrication processes. Die casting can be used with various metals, including aluminum, magnesium, and zinc. Each metal has unique properties and benefits (learn about them here), suitable for countless applications.
Die casting uses sophisticated hydraulics to inject molten metal into the steel die with tremendous speed and pressure. The machines can apply hundreds of tons of locking force to hold the die shut during metal injection. The water-cooled die extracts the heat, causing the metal to solidify quickly – this process can run up to 100 cycles or more per hour. The machine then opens the die. The part is automatically ejected and (typically) placed into a trim die where the excess material is sheared away, leaving a near-net-shaped part. In some die casting processes, “in die” de-gating separates the excess material from the part resulting in a net shape part produced directly from the casting process.
Automated systems then cool and lubricate the die surface after each cycle.
What is Sand Casting?
Sand casting is a metal casting process that uses sand as the mold material to create parts. This process is best suited for low-volume production.
Molten metal is poured into the cavity through a sprue channel. The metal fills the cavity and takes on the shape of the part. Once the metal has cooled and solidified, the sand mold is broken apart to reveal the casting. Excess material is then removed from the casting by band sawing and grinding.
Advantages of Die Casting
Here are some benefits of die casting over sand casting:
Precision: Die casting produces parts with tighter tolerances, thinner walls, and lower draft which results in less secondary machining compared to sand casting.
Surface finish: Die casting provides a smoother surface finish than sand casting.
Efficiency: Die casting is a faster and more efficient process resulting in lower part cost.
While sand casting has advantages for certain applications, die casting allows for faster production rates, lower labor costs, and the ability to produce more complex shapes and thinner walls – making it a popular choice for high-volume applications. If you think that die casting might be the right fit for your project, contact us today. You can also request a quote here.
