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Foundry castings finishing - Defining and final finishing 

Author: Jean‐Marie BRIARD

Publication date: September 10, 2003 | Lire en français

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    4. Packaging and shipping

    4.1 Packaging types

    Finished parts are packaged before dispatch. Depending on the customer's requirements, the parts may be arranged in a particular order, or simply placed in bulk.

    Three types of packaging can be distinguished.

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    4.1.1 Lost packaging

    For foundry parts, the most common packaging is a standard wooden pallet, or simply a few cleats. For lighter or less voluminous parts, cardboard boxes of various types are also used.

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