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Vacuum Induction Furnace
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Background The University of Missouri is seeking bids for the furnishing and delivery of a Vacuum Induction Furnace. This equipment is intended to support advanced manufacturing applications at the Missouri S&T Protoplex facility, which serves as a hub for industry and academia to collaborate on research and development in manufacturing technologies. Work Details The contract includes the following requirements for the Vacuum Induction Furnace: 1. A 500 lb capacity chamber with a coreless induction furnace capable of tilting to pour melting of steel and nickel alloys. 2. A mold cart for insertion and removal of molds into the melt chamber. 3. A power supply capable of melting up to 500 lbs of steel or nickel alloys, with a recommended melt power of 200 kW and frequency of 3000 Hz. 4. A vacuum system capable of achieving 15 microns when the chamber is empty, clean, and dry, with a leak rate less than 30 microns per hour. 5. Ability for partial pressure control using Argon. 6. Temperature measurement capabilities including a two-color optical pyrometer and lance-type immersion thermocouple. 7. Mid-heat charging capabilities allowing for late additions during melting. 8. Water cooling manifolds and necessary controls for operation. 9. Shipping from manufacturer to Missouri Protoplex, installation at the facility, and startup with on-site training. Period of Performance The contract period will commence upon award and continue until project completion as determined by the University. Place of Performance The Vacuum Induction Furnace will be delivered and installed at the Missouri S&T Protoplex facility located in Rolla, MO. Bidder Requirements Bidders must comply with all specifications outlined in the solicitation documents. The University encourages participation from certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), aiming for 10% MBE and 5% WBE participation in total contract value.
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Bids submitted must be received utilizing the University of Missouri System's electronic bidding platform. The University assumes no responsibility for any supplier’s on time submission.
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