Metal Pourer how-to

How to Pour a Sand Mold Without Defects

Good pours make good castings.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Good pours make good castings. In short: check; skim; position, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Check metal temperature.

  2. Skim slag.

  3. Position the ladle close.

  4. Pour steadily.

  5. Keep the sprue full.

  6. Stop at the riser.

Safety reminders for metal pourers

  • Wear aluminized PPE
  • Dry all tools
  • Clear pour areas
  • Follow crane signals

Ladle · Pour rate · Pouring temperature · Sprue · Riser · Slag: see the full metal pourer glossary.

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