GATING AND RISERING BASICS

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The purpose of this course is to educate and equip companies,
individuals, or educational institutions with the design
considerations of the filling and feeding systems essential
to mold making.

Credit Hours 1.5

Learning Objectives
Identify the components of the filling and feeding systems.
Understand the functions of the various components.
Understand the design considerations of the various components.
Recognize the design modifications of each component.
Choose the best design for the components to establish efficient mold filling.

Table of Contents
I. Filling System • Filling System Aids
o Stopper
• Functions
o Filter
• Components
o Pouring Basin II. Feeding System
o Sprue
• Functions
- Straight Sprue
• Components
- Tapered Sprue
o Riser
- Reverse Tapered Sprue
• Feeding System Aids
- Sprue Base
o Riser Sleeves
o Runner
o Hot Toppings
o Gate
• Chill
o Vent
o Flow Off
o Choke

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