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Sterry A Shaffer

from Matthews, NC
Age ~74

Sterry Shaffer Phones & Addresses

  • 605 Raintree Dr, Matthews, NC 28104 (704) 821-9092
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Indian Trail, NC
  • 605 Raintree Dr, Matthews, NC 28104 (704) 622-8609

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Position: Machine Operators, Assemblers, and Inspectors Occupations

Education

Degree: High school graduate or higher

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Chief Design Engineer At Ati Allvac

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Location:
Charlotte, North Carolina Area
Industry:
Mining & Metals

Publications

Us Patents

Vacuum Induction Melting System

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US Patent:
6523598, Feb 25, 2003
Filed:
Jan 9, 2002
Appl. No.:
10/042789
Inventors:
Sterry A. Shaffer - Matthews NC
Assignee:
ATI Properties, Inc. - Los Angeles CA
International Classification:
B22D 4100
US Classification:
164335, 164337, 164258, 164513, 164256, 164254, 219647, 373142, 266211
Abstract:
The vacuum induction melting system is designed to be operated in a continuous or semi-continuous manner for extended periods of time for increased efficiency, and makes it possible to easily and quickly remove the induction furnace from the melt chamber when it becomes necessary to replace and rebuild the furnace. The melting system includes a melt chamber which forms an airtight enclosure, with an induction furnace located within the melt chamber. A charging chamber is communicatively connected to the melt chamber adjacent its upper end. The charging chamber includes a door providing access to the interior of the charging chamber so that a charge of raw materials can be placed therein. An isolation valve is located between the melt chamber and the charging chamber and is movable between open and closed positions. A mold tunnel is connected to the melt chamber adjacent its lower end, with the mold tunnel including a pour opening which communicates with the melt chamber and through which molten metal poured from the furnace can enter the mold tunnel. A mold carriage is positioned within the mold tunnel for receiving and carrying one or more molds adapted for receiving molten metal.

Casting Apparatus And Method

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US Patent:
7798199, Sep 21, 2010
Filed:
Dec 4, 2007
Appl. No.:
11/949808
Inventors:
Robin M. Forbes Jones - Charlotte NC, US
Sterry A. Shaffer - Charlotte NC, US
Assignee:
ATI Properties, Inc. - Albany OR
International Classification:
B22D 23/00
US Classification:
164 46, 164271
Abstract:
A nucleated casting apparatus including an atomizing nozzle configured to produce a droplet spray of a metallic material, a mold configured to receive the droplet spray and form a preform therein, and a gas injector which can limit, and possibly prevent, overspray from accumulating on the mold. The gas injector can be configured to produce a gas flow which can impinge on the droplet spray to redirect at least a portion of the droplet spray away from a side wall of the mold. In various embodiments, the droplet spray may be directed by the atomizing nozzle in a generally downward direction and the gas flow may be directed in a generally upward direction such that the gas flow circumscribes the perimeter of the mold.

Casting Apparatus And Method

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US Patent:
7963314, Jun 21, 2011
Filed:
Aug 23, 2010
Appl. No.:
12/861033
Inventors:
Robin M. Forbes Jones - Charlotte NC, US
Sterry A. Shaffer - Charlotte NC, US
Assignee:
ATI Properties, Inc. - Albany OR
International Classification:
B22D 23/00
US Classification:
164 46, 164271
Abstract:
A nucleated casting apparatus including an atomizing nozzle configured to produce a droplet spray of a metallic material, a mold configured to receive the droplet spray and form a preform therein, and a gas injector which can limit, and possibly prevent, overspray from accumulating on the mold. The gas injector can be configured to produce a gas flow which can impinge on the droplet spray to redirect at least a portion of the droplet spray away from a side wall of the mold. In various embodiments, the droplet spray may be directed by the atomizing nozzle in a generally downward direction and the gas flow may be directed in a generally upward direction such that the gas flow circumscribes the perimeter of the mold.

Casting Apparatus And Method

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US Patent:
8156996, Apr 17, 2012
Filed:
May 16, 2011
Appl. No.:
13/108402
Inventors:
Robin M. Forbes Jones - Charlotte NC, US
Sterry A. Shaffer - Charlotte NC, US
Assignee:
ATI Properties, Inc. - Albany OR
International Classification:
B22D 23/00
US Classification:
164271, 164 46
Abstract:
A nucleated casting apparatus including an atomizing nozzle configured to produce a droplet spray of a metallic material, a mold configured to receive the droplet spray and form a preform therein, and a gas injector which can limit, and possibly prevent, overspray from accumulating on the mold. The gas injector can be configured to produce a gas flow which can impinge on the droplet spray to redirect at least a portion of the droplet spray away from a side wall of the mold. In various embodiments, the droplet spray may be directed by the atomizing nozzle in a generally downward direction and the gas flow may be directed in a generally upward direction such that the gas flow circumscribes the perimeter of the mold.

Casting Apparatus And Method

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US Patent:
8302661, Nov 6, 2012
Filed:
Mar 15, 2012
Appl. No.:
13/420910
Inventors:
Robin M. Forbes Jones - Charlotte NC, US
Sterry A. Shaffer - Charlotte NC, US
Assignee:
ATI Properties, Inc. - Albany OR
International Classification:
B22D 23/00
US Classification:
164271, 164 46
Abstract:
A nucleated casting apparatus including an atomizing nozzle configured to produce a droplet spray of a metallic material, a mold configured to receive the droplet spray and form a preform therein, and a gas injector which can limit, and possibly prevent, overspray from accumulating on the mold. The gas injector can be configured to produce a gas flow which can impinge on the droplet spray to redirect at least a portion of the droplet spray away from a side wall of the mold. In various embodiments, the droplet spray may be directed by the atomizing nozzle in a generally downward direction and the gas flow may be directed in a generally upward direction such that the gas flow circumscribes the perimeter of the mold.

Forging Die Heating Apparatuses And Methods For Use

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US Patent:
8381563, Feb 26, 2013
Filed:
Jun 8, 2009
Appl. No.:
12/480246
Inventors:
Urban J. De Souza - Charlotte NC, US
Robin M. Forbes-Jones - Charlotte NC, US
Billy B. Hendrick - Marshville NC, US
Alonzo L. Liles - Locust NC, US
Ramesh S. Minisandram - Charlotte NC, US
Sterry A. Shaffer - Matthews NC, US
Assignee:
ATI Properties, Inc. - Albany OR
International Classification:
B21D 37/16
US Classification:
723427, 723428, 72364
Abstract:
A forging die heating or preheating apparatus comprises a burner head comprising a plurality of flame ports. The burner head is oriented to compliment an orientation of at least a region of a forging surface of a forging die and is configured to receive and combust a supply of an oxidizing gas and a supply of a fuel and produce flames at the flame ports. The plurality of flame ports are configured to impinge the flames onto the forging surface of the forging die to substantially uniformly heat at least the region of the forging surface of the forging die.

Refining And Casting Apparatus And Method

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US Patent:
20080115905, May 22, 2008
Filed:
Oct 30, 2007
Appl. No.:
11/978923
Inventors:
Robin M. Forbes Jones - Charlotte NC, US
Sterry A. Shaffer - Charlotte NC, US
International Classification:
B22D 23/00
B22D 45/00
US Classification:
164 46, 164284, 164285
Abstract:
An apparatus for casting metals by a nucleated casting technique to create a preform, the apparatus including a mold having a base and a side wall where the base can be moved relative to the side wall to withdraw the preform as it is being created. In various circumstances, portions of a droplet spray created by an atomizing nozzle, i.e., overspray, may accumulate on a top surface of the side wall and prevent or inhibit the preform from being moved relative to the side wall. The atomizing nozzle can be oriented such that the droplet spray passes over the top of the side wall to remelt and remove at least a portion of the overspray that has accumulated thereon. The mold can be rotated such that the overspray formed on a region of or on the entire perimeter of the top surface can pass through the droplet spray and can be removed from the side wall.

Forging Die Heating Apparatuses And Methods For Use

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US Patent:
20130125604, May 23, 2013
Filed:
Jan 18, 2013
Appl. No.:
13/744566
Inventors:
ATI Properties, Inc. - Albarry OR, US
Robin M. Forbes Jones - Charlotte NC, US
Alonzo L. Liles - Locust NC, US
Ramesh S. Minisandram - Charlotte NC, US
Sterry A. Shaffer - Charlotte NC, US
Assignee:
ATI PROPERTIES, INC. - Albany OR
International Classification:
B21J 1/06
US Classification:
723428
Abstract:
A forging die heating or preheating apparatus comprises a burner head comprising a plurality of flame ports. The burner head is oriented to compliment an orientation of at least a region of a forging surface of a forging die and is configured to receive and combust a supply of an oxidizing gas and a supply of a fuel and produce flames at the flame ports. The plurality of flame ports are configured to impinge the flames onto the forging surface of the forging die to substantially uniformly heat at least the region of the forging surface of the forging die.
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