No-Bake
Product Line Overview

Established Authority on No-Bake
TechnologyAnASK Chemicals has been a leader in developing

In addition we offer our customers a holistic approach

No-Bake technology throughout the years. Ourthat goes well beyond merely offering products. Ourlegacy as No-Bake innovators goes back well beyond

application technology and technical sales specialists,

the introduction of PEP SET™ in the1970’s, thein particular, always assess the entire productionindustry revolutionizing phenolic urethane No-Bakeprocess as a whole. Only this approach allows forbinder system. Today ASK Chemicals continues ascustomer specific solutions that are precisely tailored

progressive trail-blazers within the foundry industry

to meet customer requirements.

seeking out new and innovative solutions within
the No-Bake field. Our latest No-Bake solutions are

Finally, our specialists’ expertise is complemented

engineered directly towards the key at­tributes

by a broad range of services that offers our customers

desired by the market: improved quality, productivity

real added value. In this way, for example, our designand environmental characteristics. Ultimately, atservices can be systematically deployed to optimize theASK Chemicals we believe this customer-focusedprocess as a whole – from conceptual development

approach will ensure our solutions are always

to actualized series production – thereby offering

current and needed now, and into the future.

important savings and process improvement forour customers.

At ASK Chemicals we provide innovation driven
research through our product development approach.
We focus specifically on market trends and customer
demands because of the increasingly complex
requirements our industry faces: reduced emissions,
casting defect prevention, cost-efficiency, as well asoverall casting quality. Such requirements necessitate
more than just strong partnerships and outstanding
technologies; rather, we believe that first-classresearch and development that focuses on efficiency,
environmentally friendly solutions and key performanceparameters is essential.

2|Inventors of phenolic urethane No-Bake(legacy)
Unmatched product development
A focus on sustainability
Holistic value added services|3Basic Information
Major No-Bake variations
Furan FNB

Sodium Silicate SSNB

• Largest No-Bake market in the world• Known for high hot strength & excellent• Water based resin• Usable with most sand types

shakeout
Phenolic Urethane PUNBPhenolic PNB• Highly controllable curing reactions• Ideal for all types of metal-casting• Similar characteristics to furan variety without
furfuryl alcoholapplications• Comparatively low resin cost

• User friendly attributes

Alkyd Oil AONB

Alkaline Phenolic APNB• Predictable “first stage through cure”• Excellent release properties• Water based resins• Ideal for steel castings

ASK Chemicals brands
PEP SET™ PUNB

LINO-CURE™ AONB

The most productive & flexible No-Bake in history

An ideal solution for XL castings & art application

CHEM-REZ™ FNB & PNB

ACCOSET™ SSNB

A multifaceted No-Bake ideal for large castings

An eco-friendly No-Bake for specialty
applications

NOVASET™ APNBThe No-Bake for steel castings4|No-bake classification
Number of parts

SystemAPNB

No-bake type

General benefits of No-Bake• Low capital investment• Production flexibility• Excels with complex geometries• User friendly

Differentiating factors

Eco-Friendly

Productivity

Quality

Cost

Flexibility• Reduced odor

• High reactivity & easeof shakeout• Superior surface
finish• Low price volatility• Multiple sand types• Superior work-time /strip time ratio• Excellent hotstrength• Higher reclaim sandyields• Superior temp. &humidity resistance• Instantaneous /uniform through cure

• Resistance to casting
defects• Higher usage rates ofreclaim sand• Multiple metal typeusability• Excellent dimensional
accuracy• Lowest total cost inuse• Ease of use• Ease of reclamation• Low emissions• Reduced smoke• Renewable raw
materials

Custom solutions
Apart from the system solutions mentioned in this brochure, ASK Chemicals also offers you custom solutions to fit your individualprocess. Please contact us to discuss your specific needs.
|53 PartPUNBPEP SET™
The most productive & flexible No-Bake in history
PEP SET™ is arguably the most trusted name in the No-Bake marketplace. Known for its exceptional quality& highly controllable curing reactions, PEP SET™ has long been the standard in No-Bake excellence. In fact,
when placed on an automated production line (roller-loop or turn table) PEP SET™ produce fully cured molds
in less than 90 seconds! Clearly, speed, application flexibility and overall ease of use make PEP SET™ ideal
in satisfying any mold making requirement. Three primary types of PEP SET™ exist based on a general set ofperformance criteria.

Benefits• Predictable & repeatable cure times• Superior work time / strip time ratio• Excellent core & mold strengths• Ease of reclamation

Unrivaled emission reduction
ASK Chemicals PEP SET™ Quantum series surpasses the competition in reducing emissions.
With PEP SET™ Quantum one can achieve low smoke emissions & odor during pouring, cooling,
shakeout and mixing. In addition, this premium PUNB offers low viscosity, cold weather stability
and high core strength.

Attributes

Application

Quick reference

6|Standard Performance Premium

Minor

Overall premium performance
Overall eco-friendly
Low reportable (HAP) quantities

Ferrous & non-­ferrous
Small – X­ L castings
Most sand types

Productivity

Quality

Eco-Friendly

Flexibility

Overall excellenct performance
Reduced odor (core & mold making)Usable with multi-sands

Ferrous & non-­ferrous
Small – l­arge castings
Most sand types

Productivity

Quality

Flexibility

Eco-Friendly

Predictable / repeatable cure times
Good speed,strength & productivity
Cost in-useFerrous & non-­ferrous
Small – l­arge Castings
Most sand types

Productivity

Quality

Flexibility

CostPolyol

Major

Overall flexibility
Improved shakeout
Low VOC’s

Non-­ferrous aluminumNon-­ferrous magnesium

Flexibility

Productivity

Eco-Friendly

Quality2 PartFNB & PNB

CHEM-REZ™
A multifaceted No-Bake ideal for large castings
CHEM-REZ™ is the embodiment of both acid-cured furan and phenolic No-Bake technologies. Due to its
relatively long cure time it is recommended for No-Bake processes requiring low to moderate productivitylevels, making it ideal for larger scale castings (e.g. machine tool bases, windmill components and power
generation). In order to accommodate various production processes ASK Chemicals offers CHEM-REZ™
in a wide spectrum of products across two main dimensions: FNB & PNB.

Benefits• Slow curing mechanism• High hot strength• Ease of shakeout• Ease of reclamation

CHEM-REZ FURY™ –Premium

CHEM-REZ FLEXSET™ –Performance

CHEM-REZ DURASET™ –Standard• May be slightly modified• Phenolic modified• Highly phenolic modified• May have plasticizers• Contains plasticizers• No plasticizers

Attributes

Application

Quick referenceStandard

PerforPremium
mance

Major

Minor

Overall excellent quality
High reactivity & ease of shakeout
Low cost in-use

Iron & steel
Medium – X­ L castings
Most sand types

Quality

Eco-Friendly

Flexibility

Productivity

Overall good quality
High reactivity & ease of shakeout
Good versatility / flexibility

Iron & steel
Medium – X­ L castings
Most sand typesQuality

Eco-Friendly

Flexibility

Productivity

Economic overall quality
Economic high hot strength

Iron & steel
Medium – X­ L castings
Most sand types

Quality

Eco-Friendly

Flexibility

Productivity

Cost|72 PartAPNBNOVASET™
The No-Bake for Steel Castings
This two part binder system composed of a water-based resole resin cured with a liquid ester co-reactant
is capable of being used in most casting processes. Its partial inorganic nature reduces material handlingrequirements, as well as casting defects associated with solvent based binder systems. ASK Chemicals offers
a wide range of co-reactants allowing for varying levels of productivity. Thus, NOVASET™ is ideal in mostlarge scale casting production, especially in steel applications. It should be noted that APNB technology has
specific inorganic properties which can make sand reclamation a primary challenge. ASK Chemicals, fortunately,offers industry leading reclamation additives and technical services to assist in overcoming these challenges.

Benefits• Wide variety of co-reactants & cure times• Eco-friendly hybrid binder system• Low odor at core & mold making• Helps reduce casting defects(organic & inorganic components)
Reclamation Recommendation – NOVATHERM™
ASK Chemicals recommends the use of NOVATHERM™ reclaim sand additive with all NOVASET™
applications. This unique additive maximizes the removal of residual binder to increase reclaimed
sand yields. NOVATHERM™ enables the use of a higher percentage of reclaimed sand duringmold-making which ultimately results in lower cost per ton of sand.

Attributes

Application

Quick referenceStandardMajor

8|Low odor at mold-making
Good shakeout
Cost in-useFerrous & non-­ferrous
Small – l­arge castings
Most sand types

Eco-Friendly

Productivity

Minor

Quality

Flexibility

Cost3 PartAONB

LINO-CURE™
An ideal solution for XL castings & art applications
ASK’s LINO-CURE™ line services two distinctly different segments: foundry & art /education. Nevertheless,several appealing characteristics make this No-Bake ideal for both markets. Firstly, it has uniform and predictablecuring characteristics. The flexible nature of the initial cure enables mold stripping to occur hours after
the mold has reached its peak handling strength. Additionally, LINO-CURE™ has excellent release properties
which allow for its use in older and / or damaged, worn out patterns.

Benefits• Long, uniform and predictable cure times• Exceptional release properties• Flexible packaging options• Ideal for extremely large castings

Small Batch Packaging
ASK Chemicals offers a comprehensive small batch packaging option ideal for art applications.
Inside, one box will contain the following:(1) 5 Gallon Pail
LINO-CURE™ AA Resin(1) 1 Gallon Can(3) 1 Pint Bottle

LINO-CURE™ C Co-Reactant LINO-CURE™ BA-1 Catalyst

AttributesApplication

Quick reference

FoundryLong, uniform & predictable cures
Good shakeout
Excellent release properties

Ferrous castingNon-­ferrous casting
Most types of sandArtMajor

Special packaging options
Easy-­to-­use
Long, uniform & predictable cures

Copper-­based alloys
Most types of sand

Minor

Quality

Flexibility

Productivity

Flexibility

Quality

Eco-Friendly|92 PartSSNBACCOSET™
An eco-friendly No-Bake for specialty applications
ACCOSET™ sodium silicate No-Bake binder technology is noted for its environmentally friendly benefits andability to be utilized on multiple sand types.
ACCOSET™ does require the need for additives to promote shakeout and im­prove surface finish in ferrous
castings, and is prone to comparatively high mold expansion rates. Therefore, this technology is particularly
suitable in specialty aluminum applications.

Benefits• Easy to use• Good shakeout in aluminum• Medium to long cure times• Ideal for medium to large castings

Geared towards cleaner workplace conditions
ASK Chemicals ACCOSET™ binder technology is considered eco-friendly due to its excep­tionally
low odor & emissions in respect to mold making and pouring, cooling and shakeout. The twopart binder is made-up of a water-base sodium silicate resin, as well as a liquid ester catalyst. Thewater-based resin is what helps provide such an improved work health environment.

Attributes

Application

Quick referenceStandardMajor

10 |Excellent surface finish
Low emissions
Cost in-use

Multiple sand types
All casting sizes
All metal types

Quality

Eco-Friendly

Minor

Flexibility

Productivity

CostAdded Value for our Customers
Application technology and technical sales – for complete process transparency
Application technology and technical sales at ASK Chemicals offer our customers comprehensive expertisein all areas of foundry technology and metallurgy. We offer a comprehensive service that focuses on theproduction process as a whole and helps customers not only to cut costs but also to enhance their processes.
ASK Chemicals also conducts casting defect analysis and offers tailored training sessions on the customer’s
own premises.

Benefits• Improved decision-making via greater transparency• Reliable recommendations• Quick response• Customized solution development• Cost in-use reporting (i.e. savings)• Casting defect analyses• On-site training sessions

The one-of-a-kind"mobile mini-laboratory"
The mobile mini-laboratory runs a self contained continuous
mixer that can utilize several different resin systems. Alongside
many additional benefits its premier advantage is its ability toconduct trials without ever interrupting production.
• Uninterrupted production• Multi-functional mobile tool
• Fast results

Currently, available to NA customers only

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Design Services – for perfect casting results
Our Design Services team monitors the entire casting development process from initial design to final
production of actual cast parts (i.e. prototypes). Our highly experienced engineers enjoy a wide
range of knowledge within all aspects of foundry technology and metallurgy. In addition, we use
only the most advanced simulation software offered today: MAGMA, Novacast, FLOW-3D andArena-Flow®. Beyond fully optimized designs and simulation expertise, the Design Services teamcooperates with external companies and service providers to assure proper project alignment forunparalleled results and guaranteed customer satisfaction.

Benefits• Higher productivity and optimized catalyst
consumption• Optimized design and manufacture of modelplates, core boxes and molds• Manufacturing process design, including
inorganic technology• Calculation of optimal feed

• Less scrap• Shorter product launch times• Quicker time-to-market

Simulation services
The simulation of casting processes provides foundries with invaluable casting mold information. Specifically, thisbenefit allows for the optimization of gating & feeding systems, overflows, venting design and risers. Moreover, it
provides critical insight into the influences and effects directly related to casting integrity such as, cooling & heatingmeasurements and filling & solidification times.

From the idea to the prototype
ASK Chemicals supports your entire process from concept to prototype production. How you benefit:
comprehensive expertise from a single source.

Simulation

Cores /Molds

Prototypes| 12

Research and development – for innovation near you
Our R&D department performs innovation driven groundwork as well as market and customer driven
development. Interaction between these three areas is of fundamental importance in offering ourcustomers technologically sophisticated products and efficiency enhancing solutions at all times.
Through close cooperation and the constant exchange of ideas with our application technology andtechnical sales specialists, R&D at ASK Chemicals is always in tune with the market and also has apresence on the customer's own premises itself.

Benefits• Highly experienced researchers• Global presence and availability• Comprehensive knowledge of the regional• Short response times for our customers• First class equipment

sand types and technological requirements

Comprehensive research and development services
Pilot foundry

Product development and technical support• Fully equipped research foundry• Casting defect analysis• Mold production, mold / core package assemblyand casting• Full spectrum chemical & polymer analysis• Product, process and test method development• "Real World" foundry process representation
Metallurgical investigations• Comprehensive examination of the graphite structure
and metallic matrix: Graphite size, Number of nodules,
Degree of dispersion, Nodularity, Ferrite / pearlite ratio• Preparation of metallurgical reports
Sand laboratory• Examination of high temperature materials• Testing of tensile strength, compression and transverseloading• Sand characterization and analysis| 13

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