Foster Induction Private Limited

Foster Induction – Induction Melting Furnace (Precious & Ferrous Metals)

Foster Induction’s induction melting furnaces leverage IGBT-based medium‑frequency induction heating to melt a wide range of metals—from precious metals like gold, platinum, and palladium to ferrous and non-ferrous alloys including steel, copper, iron, and aluminum  .

Key Specifications & Features

Power Range: Typically from 10 kW up to 750 kW, customizable according to material and capacity needs  .

Melting Capacity:

Small lab to precious metal models: 1 kg up to 50 kg

Industrial models: from ~10 kg to multiple tons (up to ~10 tons)  .

Temperature Range:

Up to around 1650 C for steel, iron, and cast‑iron

Specialized models up to ~2000 C–2350 C for rhodium, platinum, iridium  .

Melting Time:

Precious metal furnaces: 3–6 minutes

Cast iron / steel units: ranges from 2 up to ~65 minutes depending on batch size and power level  .

Crucible & Stirring:

Built‑in electromagnetic stirring ensures uniform alloy mixing and material homogeneity  .

Controls & Design:

Microcontroller/PLC-controlled digital interface with temperature monitoring, ramp/soak profiles, and safety interlocks

Hydraulic or manual tilting mechanisms facilitate clean pouring  .

Efficiency & Safety:

Energy-efficient, contactless heating with minimal heat loss and no open flame

Water‑cooled coils, magnetic shunts, and coil winding optimized to avoid overheating and maximize power transfer efficiency  .

Typical Applications

Precious Metal Refining: Melts gold, platinum, palladium, rhodium, and silver for alloying or casting purposes

Foundries & Casting: Steel/iron/copper casting, recycling units, and automotive component production

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Efficient. Eco-Friendly. High-Purity Melting.

Foster’s Induction Melting Furnace for Copper Scraps is specially designed to melt recycled copper with maximum energy efficiency and metal recovery. This advanced system utilizes high-frequency induction technology to provide fast, uniform, and controlled melting, ensuring minimum oxidation and dross formation.

Ideal for scrap processors, foundries, and copper product manufacturers, this furnace transforms copper scrap into high-quality molten metal suitable for casting, extrusion, or further alloying.

•  Suitable for copper wires, busbars, turning chips, and oxidized scrap

•  High-efficiency IGBT/thyristor-based power control

•  Rapid heating with uniform temperature distribution

•  Closed-loop water-cooled coil for long operational life

•  Low emissions, clean operation – no combustion gases

•  Compatible with tilting and stationary furnace designs

•  Excellent metal yield and energy savings

• Melting copper scrap into ingots or billets

• Copper alloy preparation (brass, bronze, etc.)

• Copper-based casting operations

• Recyclers and secondary smelters

• Continuous rod/cable casting systems

• Non-Ferrous Metal Foundries

• Electrical and Cable Industries

• Copper Recycling Facilities

• Metal Casting and Forging Plants

• Brass Component Manufacturers

Compact. Precise. Efficient.

Foster’s Induction Gold Melting Furnace is a compact, table-top system designed to melt 1kg to 2kg of gold, silver, and other precious metals with speed, safety, and precision. Ideal for small-scale refineries, jewelry manufacturers, goldsmiths, and research labs, this furnace offers fast melting cycles, low power consumption, and excellent temperature control.

• Melting capacity: 1kg or 2kg gold/silver

• Induction technology for ultra-fast melting (3–5 mins per cycle)

• Digital temperature controller up to 1200°C+

• Graphite crucible for clean melting and easy pouring

• IGBT-based inverter – high efficiency, stable performance

• Compact & portable design with air cooling

• Safe operation with over-temp and fault protection

• Low noise, low emissions, and energy efficient

• Jewelry workshops and casting units

• Precious metal refining labs

• Gold/silver recovery plants

• Coin and bullion manufacturing

• Dental alloy melting

• Educational and R&D institutions

• Jewelry and Ornaments Manufacturing

• Bullion & Precious Metal Trading

• Gemstone & Assay Labs

• Refining and Recycling Plants

• Educational Institutes & R&D Centers

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Powerful, Precise & Clean Melting Solutions for Industrial Metal Processing

Foster’s Industrial Induction Melting Furnace is built to meet the demanding needs of modern metal industries, offering rapid, clean, and energy-efficient melting for a wide range of ferrous and non-ferrous metals such as steel, copper, brass, aluminum, gold, silver, and gunmetal. Utilizing advanced IGBT or SCR-based induction technology, it provides exceptional thermal control, minimal metal loss, and high metallurgical quality.

•  Fast melting cycles with uniform heating

•  Tilting or stationary crucible designs

•  Precise temperature monitoring and control system

•  Custom crucible options: graphite, clay graphite, silica, etc.

•  Safe, enclosed system with minimal emissions

•  Energy-efficient design reduces operational cost

•  Available in wide capacity range: 5 kg to 5,000 kg+

• Ferrous and non-ferrous metal melting

• Alloy preparation and refining

• Ingot casting and mold filling

• Scrap metal recycling

• Continuous casting line integration

• Foundries and Steel Plants

• Automotive and Aerospace Components

• Non-Ferrous Alloy Manufacturing

• Mining & Metal Refining

• Jewelry and Precious Metal Processing

• Defense and Ammunition Factories

• Metal Art and Casting Studios

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We specialize in the export of high-performance Induction Melting Furnaces designed for steel melting applications in foundries and steel plants worldwide. Built with global standards (ISO/CE/BIS) and engineered for continuous, heavy-duty operation, our furnaces offer rapid melting, energy efficiency, and excellent metallurgical control.
Whether you're in India, Africa, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, South America, or Europe, we provide tailored furnace solutions to meet your specific steel production needs.

Key Export-Ready Features:

Melting Temperature: Up to 1700°C for mild steel, alloy steel & stainless steel

Melting Capacity: 50 kg to 3 tons per batch (custom-built)

PLC-Based Control Panel for precision melting management

Closed-Loop Water Cooling System – Suitable for tropical climates

Tilting Mechanism: Manual, Motorized, or Hydraulic options available

Induction Heating – Fast & uniform heat

Safety & Protection: Overload, over-temp, and emergency auto-shutdown

Technical Specifications:

Brand: FOSTER / Custom Branding (Available for OEM clients)

Furnace Type: Coreless Type

Power Input: 3 Phase, 380V–690V, 50/60 Hz (region-specific)

Power Rating: 350 kW to 1000 kW

Crucible Material: Silica, Magnesia, or Alumina-lined – Based on material to be melted

Interface: HMI Touch Panel

Certification: CE, ISO 9001:2015, BIS (upon request)

Applications:

Steel Production & Alloy Melting

Foundries & Billet Casting Plants

Forging & Rolling Mill Operations

Rebar & Wire Rod Manufacturing

Scrap Metal Recycling Facilities

Stainless Steel Refinement

Why Partner with Us?
 100% Export-Ready Furnaces – Built to global specs
 On-site Installation & Remote Commissioning Support
 Multilingual Technical Documentation (English, French, Spanish, Arabic on request)
 Spare Parts & Service Support in Over 25+ Countries
 OEM Labeling & Custom Branding Available

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High-Capacity. High-Purity. High Efficiency.

Foster's Induction Melting Furnaces are specially engineered for large-scale steel production, offering precise, clean, and rapid melting of ferrous metals. Designed for continuous industrial operations, these systems combine powerful IGBT-based converters, robust furnace construction, and intelligent control interfaces to meet the rigorous demands of steel plants.

• IGBT-Based High-Power Induction Converter (100 kW to 2 MW)

• Tilting Crucible Furnace for safe and smooth metal pouring

• Precise Temperature Control with Pyrometer or Thermocouple Feedback

• Fully Digital HMI/PLC Touch Panel Control

• Heavy-Duty Coil with Long Life and Easy Maintenance

• Low Emissions – Eco-Friendly Alternative to Fossil Fuel Furnaces

• Melting of Mild Steel, Alloy Steel, and Stainless Steel

• Casting of Steel Billets, Bars, and Ingots

• Steel Recycling and Scrap Melting

• Tool Steel and High-Speed Steel (HSS) Production

• Heat-Ready Liquid Metal for Continuous Casting Plants

• Specialty Steel Alloy Development

•  Integrated Steel Plants

•  Foundries and Forging Units

•  Tool and Die Manufacturing

•  Metallurgical R&D Centers

•  Steel Scrap Recycling Units

•  Investment and Sand Casting Units

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Precision Melting of Rhodium and Other Ultra-High Temperature Metals

The High Temperature Induction Rhodium Melting Furnace by Foster Induction is specially engineered for the melting and casting of rhodium, one of the most refractory and precious platinum group metals (PGMs). Known for its exceptionally high melting point (~1964°C) and resistance to corrosion, rhodium requires a furnace with advanced capabilities — and Foster delivers exactly that.

Built with IGBT-based high-frequency induction technology, this furnace delivers efficient, non-contact heating in a protective or vacuum environment, ensuring the purity and structural integrity of the molten rhodium.

• Melting capacity up to 2200°C for rhodium and other PGMs

• High-frequency IGBT induction system for rapid, uniform heating

• Compatible with specialty crucibles like zirconia or alumina

•  Digital temperature controller with real-time monitoring

•  Water-cooled induction coil and safety interlocks for continuous operation

•  Optional glove box or sealed melting chamber for lab-grade purity

• Rhodium bar and coin casting

• Platinum group metal research and development

• Ultra-pure metal melting for electronics or aerospace

• High-value jewelry melting and alloying

• Laboratory and metallurgical test setups

• Precious Metal Refining & Minting

• Advanced Material Research Labs

• Aerospace & Electronics

• Jewelry & Luxury Manufacturing

• Industrial Coating & Catalyst Manufacturing

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