Gray iron castings provide durability, hardness and strength to any operation in which they are used. There are many applications for gray iron castings. As non-combustible building elements, they provide excellent fire protection for wooden support structures. Additionally, their graphite/graphite flake content can be used for energy dissipation in components such as engine blocks and crankshafts, which depend on the damping of mechanical vibrations.Gray iron castings are frequently used in the manufacture of: valves, housings, engi...
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