AA GMA-69-2016

Guidelines for Handling Molten Aluminum

Publisher : AA

Published date: 2016

Status: Active

Abstract:

Fully revised in May 2016 with extensive new and updated content. Outlines the steps, practices, and equipment used to reduce the potential hazards in management of molten aluminum throughout the charging, melting, transferring, and casting processes. New sections are included on casthouse mobile equipment, combustible dust, and aluminum-lithium activities. Significant revisions to the PPE guidance are also included. Industry research on the causes and prevention of molten aluminum incidents is provided along with historical incident trends in key areas. (109 pages)