SynopsisIn early Jly, a colossal industrial mold, crafted by LIBERTY Engineering Products Ostrava, is commenced an extraordinary 1600 km odyssey via road, river, and sea to reach its destination in Sheffield, UK. Weighing a staggering 140 metric tons, this mold is a vital device for casting steel, pig iron, and alloys. The complex transport operation involves a special truck with 14 axles, river and canal navigation, and meticulous temperature control for the molten metal. Sheffield Forgemasters, the recipient, specializes in manufacturing large components for industries like shipbuilding and defense.ArticleIn an awe-inspiring feat of logistics and engineering, LIBERTY Engineering Products Ostrava has set in motion the journey of a colossal industrial mold. This remarkable device, designed for casting steel, pig iron, and various alloys, is the largest ever produced by the foundry, tipping the scales at a record-breaking 140 metric tons. Its ambitious voyage spans 1600 kilometers and involves a multitude of transport modes and strategic planning.The epic journey begins with the mold being carefully loaded onto a specialized truck equipped with an impressive 14 axles. This configuration ensures the proper distribution of its substantial weight. The initial leg of the journey will transport the mold to Lovosice, where a remarkable transition awaits. Here, it will be transferred onto a vessel on the Elbe River, embarking on a river and canal-based expedition to reach Vlaardingen in the Netherlands.From Vlaardingen, the mold will embark on the next phase of its adventure, setting sail towards Immingham, located on the east coast of the United Kingdom. Upon reaching Immingham, it will once again be entrusted to a truck for the final leg of its journey, culminating in its arrival in Sheffield.Aleš Sekanina, the marketing manager for LIBERTY Engineering Products Ostrava, elucidates the intricate process behind the mold's production and transport. "For the production of the mold, it was necessary to secure 150 tons of liquid metal from Ostrava’s Blast Furnace, which was transported to the foundry on rails by two special cars. Production coordination was prepared in detail because the temperature of the liquid metal must not fall below 1210 to 1230 degrees Celsius, the casting temperature at the foundry," Sekanina explains.Transporting a colossal and weighty mold of this magnitude is an endeavor of extraordinary complexity. To ensure its safe passage, a police escort and an assembly truck accompany the mold throughout its journey between the Czech Republic and Great Britain. The assembly truck operator plays a critical role in ensuring a smooth transit, including the potential removal of traffic signs or the placement of reinforcements under the truck when navigating roundabouts.Upon reaching Sheffield Forgemasters, the mold will be filled with liquid metal, initiating the transformation into its final product. Sheffield Forgemasters specializes in the manufacture of substantial components for industries such as shipbuilding, nuclear technology, and defense.The rich tradition of casting production at LIBERTY Ostrava dates back to 1951. The wealth of experience garnered in casting production is presently applied to crafting steel, gray iron, and ductile iron castings for engineering firms in the Czech Republic and internationally. Additionally, the operation boasts product certifications from Bureau Veritas for its entire production range and from Lloyd's Register for gray and ductile iron castings weighing up to 25,000 kg.ConclusionThe journey of LIBERTY Ostrava's colossal mold stands as a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance. This epic odyssey, spanning multiple modes of transport and intricate planning, showcases the remarkable capabilities of modern engineering. Once it reaches its destination in Sheffield, the mold will contribute to the production of vital components for industries that demand precision and excellence.
SynopsisIn early Jly, a colossal industrial mold, crafted by LIBERTY Engineering Products Ostrava, is commenced an extraordinary 1600 km odyssey via road, river, and sea to reach its destination in Sheffield, UK. Weighing a staggering 140 metric tons, this mold is a vital device for casting steel, pig iron, and alloys. The complex transport operation involves a special truck with 14 axles, river and canal navigation, and meticulous temperature control for the molten metal. Sheffield Forgemasters, the recipient, specializes in manufacturing large components for industries like shipbuilding and defense.ArticleIn an awe-inspiring feat of logistics and engineering, LIBERTY Engineering Products Ostrava has set in motion the journey of a colossal industrial mold. This remarkable device, designed for casting steel, pig iron, and various alloys, is the largest ever produced by the foundry, tipping the scales at a record-breaking 140 metric tons. Its ambitious voyage spans 1600 kilometers and involves a multitude of transport modes and strategic planning.The epic journey begins with the mold being carefully loaded onto a specialized truck equipped with an impressive 14 axles. This configuration ensures the proper distribution of its substantial weight. The initial leg of the journey will transport the mold to Lovosice, where a remarkable transition awaits. Here, it will be transferred onto a vessel on the Elbe River, embarking on a river and canal-based expedition to reach Vlaardingen in the Netherlands.From Vlaardingen, the mold will embark on the next phase of its adventure, setting sail towards Immingham, located on the east coast of the United Kingdom. Upon reaching Immingham, it will once again be entrusted to a truck for the final leg of its journey, culminating in its arrival in Sheffield.Aleš Sekanina, the marketing manager for LIBERTY Engineering Products Ostrava, elucidates the intricate process behind the mold's production and transport. "For the production of the mold, it was necessary to secure 150 tons of liquid metal from Ostrava’s Blast Furnace, which was transported to the foundry on rails by two special cars. Production coordination was prepared in detail because the temperature of the liquid metal must not fall below 1210 to 1230 degrees Celsius, the casting temperature at the foundry," Sekanina explains.Transporting a colossal and weighty mold of this magnitude is an endeavor of extraordinary complexity. To ensure its safe passage, a police escort and an assembly truck accompany the mold throughout its journey between the Czech Republic and Great Britain. The assembly truck operator plays a critical role in ensuring a smooth transit, including the potential removal of traffic signs or the placement of reinforcements under the truck when navigating roundabouts.Upon reaching Sheffield Forgemasters, the mold will be filled with liquid metal, initiating the transformation into its final product. Sheffield Forgemasters specializes in the manufacture of substantial components for industries such as shipbuilding, nuclear technology, and defense.The rich tradition of casting production at LIBERTY Ostrava dates back to 1951. The wealth of experience garnered in casting production is presently applied to crafting steel, gray iron, and ductile iron castings for engineering firms in the Czech Republic and internationally. Additionally, the operation boasts product certifications from Bureau Veritas for its entire production range and from Lloyd's Register for gray and ductile iron castings weighing up to 25,000 kg.ConclusionThe journey of LIBERTY Ostrava's colossal mold stands as a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance. This epic odyssey, spanning multiple modes of transport and intricate planning, showcases the remarkable capabilities of modern engineering. Once it reaches its destination in Sheffield, the mold will contribute to the production of vital components for industries that demand precision and excellence.
