ALUMINUM GAS -
TILTING CRUCIBLE MELTING FURNACES
GM-B SERIES
The GM-B Series is a gas-fired aluminum tilting crucible furnace for flexible batch melting and controlled pouring. Its hydraulic tilting system moves the full crucible through a planned pour path, while a remote pendant lets the operator work from a suitable position. Choose it around alloy, batch size, required holding time and the receiving ladle or casting station. PLC and color-HMI controls support the melting and pouring workflow.
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
GM-B is a gas-fired hydraulic tilting crucible furnace for aluminum foundries that need small to medium batches and a controlled discharge method. As an aluminum melting and holding crucible furnace, it can melt a charge and maintain suitable molten metal before pouring, subject to its rated holding capacity and the production schedule. The crucible separates the metal from direct burner flame contact; actual melt quality still depends on alloy, charge condition, temperature control and crucible maintenance.
A hydraulic tilting crucible furnace is useful when the operator needs batch melting and controlled pouring without lifting a full crucible. The tilt motion and receiving position should create a controlled metal stream into a suitable ladle or casting vessel. GM-B differs from the GM-A stationary round crucible furnace by its hydraulic discharge and from the EM-C electric tilting crucible furnace by its gas-fired heat source. Select the route using utilities, charge rate, pour frequency and plant safety requirements.
The GM-B combines a gas-fired crucible melting and holding furnace layout with a hydraulic tilting frame, remote pendant, insulated steel shell and PLC/HMI control. This fuel-fired aluminum crucible furnace can support repeated batches when the crucible, burner and shift schedule are matched to the required melt rate. Multi-layer insulation helps reduce heat loss and supports a lower external shell temperature, but hot-surface precautions remain necessary. Optional handling equipment should be confirmed for the specific pour height and receiving vessel.
HIGHEST RETURN ON INVESTMENT
We Give You More Furnace For Your Money.
To be competitive today’s economy requires that manufactures run their operations more efficiently and cost effectively than ever before. We offer the highest ROI (return on investment) in the industry. Dynamo gives you high-quality products for a reasonable investment and with more features than any other company. Simply put, we give you the most bang for your buck!
THICKER INSULATION
We Add Way More Insulation to Our Furnaces Than Most Manufacturers.
The result is even greater efficiency and a solid, sturdy construction which is hard to beat.
High Thermal Efficiency BY DESIGN
We Add Multiple Layers of Insulation.
EASY TO OPERATE INTERFACE
Greater Control - Means Greater Efficiency.
The GM-B Series gas-fired tilting crucible furnaces feature state-of-the-art PLC control with large color HMI screens with easy to read graphics - all at no extra charge. See in real time all furnace functions and change any setting on the fly. Now that's control.
HIGH QUALITY HYDRAULIC POWER PACK
Reliable and Powerful.
The GM-B hydraulic tilting system is designed to move a full crucible through a smooth, controlled pour. The pour angle, stream path, receiving height and operator position should be checked for the plant layout; hydraulic motion does not remove the need for guarding and hot-metal precautions.
REMOTE OPERATOR PENDANT
Added Safety and Convenience.
With our remote operator pendant which has 8 feet of cable, the operator can stand as close or as far as needed to ensure maximum safety.
CHOOSE YOUR CONTROL SYSTEM
We Give You Options of PLC & HMI.
Select the control system that is best for you and easiest for your maintenance team.
VFD DRIVE BLOWER MOTORS
Better Efficiency and Lower Operating Cost.
Lots of air without control wastes a significant amount of energy. We use VFD Drives combined with Premium Inverter Duty Motors to give you greater RPM only when it is needed. All this translates into greater efficiency, lower operating costs, quieter operation, soft start and longer motor life. The advantage is clear. This is just one of the many ways we use to increase furnace efficiency, and reduce long term operating costs.
HIGH QUALITY COMPONENTS
We Use Brand Name Components You Know and Already Use.
We use only the finest quality components that are open source and readily available locally in your area, or from our online parts store.
REMOTE SERVICE
We Can Remotely Troubleshoot Your Furnace from Our Facility.
For GM-B projects configured with a Remote Connectivity Unit, a connection is available which allows our furnace technicians to remotely check the performance of the furnace, make any needed changes to the program or HMI, or to troubleshoot it directly from our service center. The customer is only required to connect the unit to the Internet via an Ethernet cable. We handle the rest.
INDUSTRY 4.0 REMOTE MONITORING
Remotely Monitor Your Furnace Performance From Any Device.
As an option, all our furnaces are available with Industry 4.0 remote performance monitoring units which feature a custom dashboard. You can not only monitor furnace performance, but you can be notified before an issue occurs. Included are condition based maintenance reminders and shift performance statistics. Minimize impact of emergencies and maximize furnace uptime, and productivity. See what is going on with the furnace and your production from any device, anywhere in the world.
SEVEN STANDARD SIZES
Flexible Range of Applications.
Available from 240 lbs melting capacity all the way to 1190 lbs, the GM-B Series gas tilting crucible melting furnaces allow for a wide range of applications.
| Item | US Standard (Al) | Metric Standard (Al) | ||
| Model | Holding | Melting/h * | Holding | Melting/h * |
| GM-B-550 | 550 lb | 240 lb | 250 kg | 110 kg |
| GM-B-770 | 770 lb | 330 lb | 350 kg | 150 kg |
| GM-B-1100 | 1100 lb | 440 lb | 500 kg | 200 kg |
| GM-B-1300 | 1300 lb | 660 lb | 600 kg | 300 kg |
| GM-B-1750 | 1750 lb | 770 lb | 800 kg | 350 kg |
| GM-B-2200 | 2200 lb | 990 lb | 1000 kg | 450 kg |
| GM-B-2600 | 2600 lb | 1190 lb | 1200 kg | 540 kg |
Applications For The GM-B Series Aluminum Tilting Crucible Melting Furnace
The GM‑B Series is ideal for foundries that require clean, controlled melting with minimal oxidation and consistent temperature stability. Because the aluminum remains inside a silicon‑carbide or graphite crucible, the molten metal is shielded from direct flame contact, reducing contamination and improving melt cleanliness. This makes the furnace a strong fit for small and medium foundries producing high‑quality castings where metal purity directly affects product performance and scrap rates.
GM-B supports transport ladle filling and other ladle-based transfer tasks when the receiving vessel is correctly positioned. Hydraulic tilt gives operators a controlled metal stream for pouring into transport ladles or casting equipment, helping limit unnecessary turbulence. Plan the ladle height, stream path, guarding and pour volume before specifying the arrangement.
The GM‑B Series provides a reliable molten metal supply for small high‑pressure die‑casting (HPDC) and low‑pressure die‑casting (LPDC) machines. Its compact footprint and fast heat‑up capability make it ideal for supporting individual casting cells or small production lines. The crucible design ensures clean metal with stable temperature control, improving casting consistency and reducing defects caused by temperature fluctuations or oxide contamination.
Small-batch aluminum alloy melting is a useful GM-B duty when a foundry needs defined alloy quantities rather than a large continuous melt supply. Specify the alloy range, charge weight, treatment and sampling practice, crucible compatibility and cleaning sequence. The crucible format can support flexible alloy work, but rapid alloy changeover should not be assumed without an approved operating procedure.
For prototype or short-run casting, GM-B works as a batch aluminum melting furnace with hydraulic pouring. Its crucible capacity can be matched to a practical batch and a receiving mold or ladle. Document batch melting and controlled pouring requirements together, including target metal temperature, pour height, cycle time and safe operator access. For a broader selection method, see the GM-B batch-melting and pour-control guide.
The GM‑B Series efficiently melts a wide range of aluminum feedstock, including ingots, sows, and clean scrap. The crucible design ensures uniform heat transfer and stable melting performance, even with varying charge sizes. Because the metal is contained within the crucible, oxidation is minimized and melt quality remains consistent. This makes the furnace suitable for operations that rely on both primary and secondary aluminum sources while maintaining strict quality standards.
The GM‑B Series is designed for facilities focused on reducing fuel consumption and improving operational efficiency. Its high‑efficiency gas burners and thick refractory insulation maximize thermal retention, reducing heat loss and lowering energy usage. The closed‑door melting process further improves fuel efficiency by maintaining a stable internal environment. This makes the furnace a strong fit for cost‑sensitive operations seeking to reduce energy expenses without sacrificing melt quality.
Hydraulic tilting can reduce the need to lift a full crucible or hand-ladle every transfer. The remote pendant supports a planned operator position, but molten metal remains hazardous. Guarding, visibility, receiving-vessel placement, emergency-stop planning and PPE remain part of the installation review.
Frequently Asked Questions About The GM-B Series Aluminum Tilting Crucible Melting Furnace
The crucible‑based design isolates molten aluminum from direct flame contact, significantly reducing oxidation and dross formation. The closed‑door melting process maintains a stable, low‑oxygen environment, while the crucible provides a protective barrier that minimizes contamination. The tilting mechanism ensures smooth metal discharge with minimal turbulence, preventing oxide entrainment during pouring. These combined features allow the GM‑B Series to consistently produce clean, high‑quality molten aluminum suitable for demanding casting applications.
GM-B uses hydraulic tilt to discharge molten aluminum without lifting the full crucible. This can reduce manual handling and provide a repeatable pour path, while a stationary crucible furnace may suit simpler operations that do not need hydraulic discharge. Compare the two arrangements by batch size, metal-transfer route, utilities, floor space and guarding; neither design eliminates hot-metal risk.
The GM‑B Series is designed to melt a wide range of aluminum feedstock, including ingots, sows, and clean scrap. Its high‑efficiency gas burners and durable crucible materials (silicon‑carbide or graphite) ensure uniform heat transfer and consistent melting performance. The furnace is ideal for operations that rely on both primary and secondary aluminum sources but require clean, stable molten metal for casting. Its ability to handle varying charge sizes makes it suitable for small and medium‑scale production environments.
GM-B is well suited to repeated small and medium aluminum batches, and its holding capacity can buffer metal before a controlled pour. A foundry needing much larger continuous throughput should compare tower, stack or reverberatory equipment. Size GM-B from actual hourly demand, batch cycle, alloy schedule and transport-ladle or casting-station requirements.
Yes — GM‑B Series aluminum tilting crucible melting furnaces are available throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Foundries, die‑casting plants, and aluminum processors across North America rely on these furnaces for clean melting, safe metal handling, and consistent temperature control. Regional availability ensures faster delivery, dependable technical support, and access to replacement parts. Units can be configured with various crucible sizes, burner systems, and automation options to meet specific production requirements.
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