YuRun induction furnaces are engineered for the specific demands of each metal and industry. From large-scale steel foundries to precision precious metal workshops — find the right solution for your operation.
The most demanding application for induction furnaces. Melting steel and cast iron requires high sustained power density, precise temperature control above 1,600°C, and robust furnace linings that can withstand thousands of heat cycles. Our IGBT furnaces deliver consistent melt quality with lower energy consumption than conventional methods.
Copper alloys are highly sensitive to oxidation and gas absorption during melting. Induction furnaces are the preferred choice because electromagnetic stirring creates excellent melt homogeneity without direct combustion — eliminating gas porosity and minimizing oxidation loss. Neutral refractory linings prevent chemical contamination of the melt, ensuring consistent alloy composition.
Aluminum's low melting point makes it one of the most energy-efficient applications for induction furnaces. The challenge lies in controlling metal temperature precisely to avoid over-heating and hydrogen absorption. YuRun furnaces feature real-time temperature monitoring with ±5°C accuracy and can be paired with holding furnaces to maintain melt temperature between casting cycles — a critical factor in die casting operations.
Gold, silver, platinum, and palladium melting demands the highest precision and absolute material purity. Any contamination from lining materials or combustion gases is unacceptable. YuRun offers small-capacity IGBT furnaces from as little as 1 kg, using high-purity graphite or silicon carbide crucibles with inert atmosphere or vacuum options for oxidation-sensitive applications. Precise temperature control ensures optimal fluidity for investment casting.
Induction heating for forging delivers rapid, localized, and precise heat to metal billets before forming. Unlike gas furnaces, induction heating achieves target temperature in seconds with no scale formation and minimal decarburization on the workpiece surface. This results in better forging quality, longer die life, and significant energy savings. Also widely used for through-hardening, surface hardening, tempering, and stress relieving.
Semi-solid metal (SSM) processing holds metal at a precise temperature between its solidus and liquidus points, creating a thixotropic slurry with unique flow properties. This technique produces near-net-shape parts with exceptional mechanical properties and minimal porosity — ideal for high-performance automotive and aerospace components. YuRun furnaces' ±5°C temperature accuracy is critical to maintaining the narrow processing window required for this advanced process.
Use this quick reference to find the right furnace configuration for your application. Contact us for a detailed recommendation.
| Material | 🔥 IGBT Melting Furnace | 🌡️ Holding Furnace | 🏗️ Tilting Furnace | ✨ Custom / Special | Recommended Lining |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steel / Alloy Steel | Primary Choice | ✓ | ✓ | — | Acid Silica Ramming Mass |
| Gray Cast Iron | Primary Choice | ✓ | ✓ | — | Acid Silica Ramming Mass |
| Ductile Iron | Primary Choice | ✓ | ○ | — | Neutral / Acid Refractory |
| Copper / Bronze | Primary Choice | ✓ | ✓ | — | Neutral Ramming Mass |
| Brass / Copper Alloys | Primary Choice | ✓ | ○ | — | Neutral Ramming Mass |
| Aluminum / Al Alloys | Primary Choice | Recommended Add-on | ✓ | — | Neutral / Basic Refractory |
| Gold / Silver | ○ Small Capacity | — | — | Crucible Furnace | Graphite / SiC Crucible |
| Platinum / Palladium | — | — | — | Vacuum Furnace | High-Purity Crucible |
| Titanium | — | — | — | Vacuum / Cold Wall | Cold Crucible / Skull |
| Zinc / Zinc Alloys | Primary Choice | ✓ | ✓ | — | Basic / Neutral Refractory |
💡 ✓ = Applicable | ○ = Conditional (contact us) | — = Not recommended. This table is a general guide. Contact our engineers for application-specific recommendations.
YuRun furnaces are operating in foundries, smelters, and workshops across 40+ countries. Here are a few examples.
An automotive parts foundry in São Paulo upgraded from an aging cupola furnace to a 2-ton IGBT melting furnace paired with a holding furnace. The new system reduced energy consumption by 22% and improved iron composition consistency, enabling a grade upgrade for their OEM customers.
A copper rod manufacturer in Gujarat installed a 1-ton tilting IGBT furnace to replace their gas-fired reverberatory furnace. Elimination of combustion eliminated hydrogen gas pickup in the melt, reducing rod wire breaks during drawing by over 40% and enabling export to European wire markets.
A die casting facility near Monterrey serving the appliance industry installed a 500 kg IGBT melting furnace with a dedicated holding furnace to maintain ADC12 aluminum alloy at a precise pouring temperature. Scrap rate dropped from 8% to under 2% within 3 months of commissioning.
A rebar manufacturer in Lagos commissioned a 5-ton IGBT furnace to process locally sourced steel scrap. The project included full installation support, on-site commissioning by YuRun engineers, and a 3-day operator training program. The plant reached full capacity production within 6 weeks.
A jewelry manufacturer in Istanbul required a compact, high-precision furnace for melting gold and silver alloys for investment casting. YuRun supplied a 5 kg custom IGBT furnace with a silicon carbide crucible and argon gas purge capability, achieving melt-to-cast cycle times under 12 minutes.
An automotive forging plant near Bangkok replaced their gas billet heating furnace with a 500 kW IGBT induction heating line. The elimination of scale formation extended die life by an estimated 30%, while the rapid heat-up reduced production floor space requirements and improved production flow integration with the press line.