by Michael Kiss | May 28, 2026 | Continuous Casting, Mold Oscillation
In continuous casting of steel, mold oscillation performance directly impacts surface condition, lubrication behavior, shell development, breakout prevention, and overall caster reliability. Small changes in oscillator performance can create process instability long...
by Michael Kiss | Apr 23, 2026 | Mold Oscillation
Negative strip time in continuous casting is the period during mold oscillation when mold velocity exceeds casting speed during the downstroke. This parameter directly influences: Surface quality Mold lubrication behavior Breakout prevention Controlling negative strip...
by Michael Kiss | Feb 18, 2026 | Mold Oscillation
Steel quality in continuous casting is defined by surface condition, internal soundness, and consistency from heat to heat. It is heavily influenced by mold oscillation performance, lubrication behavior, and the overall mechanical stability of the caster. Most...