Core Knock-Out Machine Reduces Casting Rejections

April 18, 2006
Michigan Pneumatic Tool, Inc. of Detroit, Michigan, recently announced the MP-3000C-U Core Knock-Out Machine, which cuts production time and eliminates the need for air chisels that mark the insides of castings, resulting in X-ray rejections. The MP-3000C-U is air powered to remove sand and cores from non-ferrous castings, as well as rattling ceramic from investment castings. The impact blows are easily controlled from a light vibration to heavy hammering. The anvil is adjustable to any size gate or riser, with spacer discs to adjust the space between hammers 2" to 6". Michigan Pneumatic Tool, Inc. specializes in air tools for all industries, including automotive, aircraft, assembly, construction and foundry.* Blows Per Minute 1700 * Stroke 3'' * Bore 1-1/8'' * Length W/ Retainer 14'' * Weight W/ Mount 21.75 lbs. * Air Inlet Thread 3/8''