como-fazemos

How we
do it

We assume a unique position in the value chain, with performance and competence to produce technical and highly demanding parts. The experience combined with technological tools is implemented in all projects and all markets.
projeto
Patterns and simulation studies:
3D Drawings
SolidWorks®; Fusion 360®
Dimensional Control
3D FARO® Measuring arm
Filling and solidification simulation
Finite Solutions, Flowcast e Solidcast
Patterns
Traditional patterns
Rapid prototyping
3D printing
Styrofoam
CNC
moldacao
Three molding lines in self-drying sand for plate molds and manual molds with a capacity of up to 3000x3000mm.
Cold box process machine with a capacity of 15 L, with the possibility of producing cores in silica sand, chromite sand or additive sand.
fusao
Four induction melting furnaces with a production capacity until to 3200kg.
acabamentos
At this stage of the manufacturing process, we invest in the efficiency of operations and training of employees, in order to guarantee the required finishes.
tratamento-termico
  • Three gas furnaces with capacity of 1.3m3, 2.6m3 and 13m3, up to 1200ºC.
  • The cooling can be made in air, water, or polymer.
  • The furnaces have digital and remote control.
operacoes-especiais
FAL offers a wide variety of solutions and can supply fully finished parts. For this, it can guarantee special operations such as:
  • Treatments
  • Coatings
  • Welding
  • Machining
  • Painting
  • Other required situation
controlo-qualidade-produto-processo
Melting Laboratory
  • Chemical analysis through optical emission spectrometry with Fe-base and Ni-base
Metallurgy and Sands Laboratory
  • Sand Analysis
  • Corrosion Testing
  • Flexion Tests
  • Metallographic and Micrographic Analysis
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
  • Visual Inspection
  • Magnetic particles inspection
  • Penetrant
  • Ultrasonic
  • Hardness
  • Dimensional Control
  • Radiographic testing
  • Leak test
Destructive Test (DT)
  • Tensil test (room temperature)
  • Impact test (ambient and low temperatures (until -196ºC)
inspecao-validacao-final
The requirements are checked at each stage of the production process, in order to ensure conformity throughout the process.
  • We guarantee the conformity of our product, according to the customer's requirements/specifications, in all stages of manufacture.
  • The finished product is validated through a checklist, which includes all inspections throughout the manufacturing process.
  • The conforming product goes into the warehouse for the expedition.
  • The Non-conforming Product re-enters the process, for repair or rejection.
logistica
  • Stock analysis
  • Purchase of raw material
  • Purchase of subsidiary material
  • Entry of products into the warehouse (after final validation)
  • FAL ⬄ Subcontracted
  • Reception (product, raw material, subsidiary, equipment, and others)
  • Packing
  • Expedition
Certifications