With MAGMASOFT® 6.1, the German company MAGMA presents the new release of its casting process simulation software. New functionalities and enhancements support the optimization of low pressure casting processes and simplify the design of die-cast parts. A new module covers rheocasting and thixomolding processes. A wide range of options for core production and continuous casting allow users to design process sequences both precisely and efficiently.
The new, fully integrated ECONOMICS Perspective enables users to quantitatively assess costs and CO₂ emissions based on already defined data, thus supporting sustainable and economical casting processes.
New solver technologies ensure both precision and efficiency when mapping complex casting processes. The new 'Heat-up Phase' complements the heating of the permanent mold with more flexible options for temperature control. Additional results and criteria support the analysis of both filling and solidification processes.
For counter-pressure casting, a dedicated extension is now available, taking into account both the optimization and the influence of process parameters, such as counter-pressure and pressure difference, on feeding and mechanical properties.
MAGMA ECONOMICS is a new, fully integrated perspective of MAGMASOFT® that uses the capabilities of "Autonomous Engineering" for optimization and virtual design of experiments. ECONOMICS allows users to quantitatively evaluate costs and CO₂ emissions directly in the software and along the entire casting process – based on existing data. With customizable templates for common materials and processes, MAGMA ECONOMICS can compare scenarios without requiring additional simulation time, supporting informed decisions that simultaneously consider technical, economic and ecological goals.
MAGMA C+M (core production) automatically calculates the pressure applied to the shooting nozzles based on the machine parameters, enabling a realistic mapping of the overall system of machine, core box and shooting process. The calculated pressure curves integrate seamlessly into simulations and virtual design of experiments. The simulation time for gassing processes using inorganic binders has been significantly reduced. MAGMA C+M is now even more closely linked to the current machine configuration and provides robust, practical information for the real situation in the core-making shop.
The variable control of the pouring velocity in MAGMA CC (continuous casting) allows a flexible mapping of "stop & go" cycles. Mechanical influences of guide rollers on the strand deformation are also taken into account. The tracking of tracer particles makes it possible to analyze how melt is distributed across different strands via launders. The extended capabilities of MAGMA CC provide new quantitative information on process-dependent strand quality and support users in the efficient evaluation of results.
The new process module MAGMAsemisolid uses a special viscosity model to take into account the specific conditions and thixotropic rheology of semi-liquid metallic melts in rheocasting and thixomolding processes. As a fully integrated, powerful tool, it helps to create process transparency and make optimum use of the potential of these manufacturing technologies.
MAGMAhpdc facilitates the early design of castings, even before the machine or casting system has been determined. The new "Virtual Gate" function allows positioning multiple inlets directly on the casting, while flexible casting conditions enable a quick initial assessment of the die filling process.
MAGMASOFT® 6.1 provides advanced tools for the simulation, analysis and optimization of casting processes. The most important innovations include:
With these enhancements, MAGMA underlines its commitment to casting excellence: MAGMASOFT® 6.1 significantly expands the capabilities of casting process simulation and supports customers in optimizing their manufacturing processes in a targeted manner – with greater efficiency, precision and sustainability.
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