Whiting Equipment Canada Inc.

Whiting Ladles
 Table of Contents
GENERAL INFORMATION 1, 2

TAPER SIDE LADLES

Hand and Shank Ladles 3
Trolley Ladle
Straight and Offset Shank 4, 5
Vertical Hand Lever 6
Geared 7
Crane Ladles Up Pour
Ladles Lip Pour
Covered 11
Open Top 12, 13, 14, 15
from hand-held Bottom-Tap
Plain 16, 18
to 200-ton models Geared 17, 19
Detachable Bail 20
Since 1884, Whiting has developed ladles for Rack Type Rig 22
virtually every holding and pouring requirement. 5-Position Rig 23
These range n size from hand ladles as small as Outside Teapot Spout 24, 25
7” in diameter to 200-ton giants built to AISE
specifications. There are more than 200 models, U-TYPE POURING LADLES 26A
styles and sizes.
LINING WEIGHTS 26B
Our taper side ladles are available in hand and
shank models, plus a range of larger sizes for CYLINDRICAL LADLES
trolley or crane handling. We also build taper Pouring Ladles
side truck ladles, with or without bail for crane Hand Lever 26, 27
hook. We make cylindrical pouring ladles and Geared 28, 29
floor or truck-mounted U-ladles. Also reservoir
ladles, including those with elliptical bowls for U-LADLES Floor and Truck Mounted 30
use in limited space. We design special ladles
for special requirements. PLUNGING LADLES 31
Whiting ladles are available with lip pour, bottom
tap or outside teapot spout. They can be of LADLE HANDLERS 8, 9
welded construction with plain or anti-friction
bearings, covered or open top. There are three MISCELLANEOUS
types of time-tested gear brackets. Special Liners 10
A.I.S.E. Ladles 21
Whiting mastery of ladling applications is Capacities 32, 33
particularly beneficial in the design of complete Ladle Preheaters 34
pouring systems. Our engineers are at your Hot Metal Transfer Systems 35
service from initial planning to installation. Ladle Pouring Stands 36

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 Pertinent Facts About Whiting Ladles

REFRACTORIES Dimensions of Taper Side Ladles are shown in the

following order throughout this catalog: top diameter,
All Whiting Ladles are furnished exclusive of re-
depth, bottom diameter. All are inside dimensions.
fractories (i.e., in the ladle bowl and cover, and bottom-
tap rods). Capacities stated in the specification tables
Dimensions of Cylindrical Ladles are shown in this
are recommended and will vary according to the lining
order: diameter, length. These are also inside dimen-
used and top allowance specified.
sions in every case.
BALANCE
All ladles are designed to hang plumb when filled WHEN ORDERING
to their recommended capacity, and will tip slightly When ordering ladles it will expedite shipment if you
toward the tilting mechanism when partly filled or state clearly each of the following facts concerning the
empty. Trunnions are so placed that the ladle may be ladle you wish to purchase:
tilted (for pouring) with minimum physical exertion,
whether full, partly full, or nearly empty. TYPE (Taper Side, Cylindrical, or U-Ladle)
KIND (Hand, Hand Shank, Trolley, Crane, Truck,
RIGHT HAND POUR
or Reservoir)
Whiting Ladles will be furnished with right hand
COVER (With Cover, or Open Top)
pour unless otherwise specified. Ladles are considered
right hand pour when the pouring lip is at the operator’s POURING STYLE (Lip Pour, Bottom-Tap, or
right as he stands facing the tipping mechanism. This Outside Teapot Spout)
applies to all types of Whiting Ladles—taper side,
CONSTRUCTION (Riveted, or Welded)
cylindrical, teapot spout, and geared bottom tap.
(Plain, or Antifriction Bearings)
POURING LIPS TIPPING MECHANISM (Straight or Offset Shank,
Hand Lever; or type of Gearing)
Whiting Crane Ladles (pages 12, 13, 14, 15) are
provided with two pouring lips, one on each side, and BAIL (V-Bail, or Square Bail)
hence may be used for either right or left hand pour.
DIMENSIONS (Inside Dimensions of Bowl or Shell)
Whiting Covered Ladles (pages 4, 5, 6, 7,11) have USE (Whether for iron, steel, etc.)
but one pouring lip and are right hand pour. This
applies to both hand lever tilt and geared ladles.
Check this Bulletin to see if your ladle is available with
these features and in the SIZE DESIRED.
DIMENSIONS
All dimensions in this catalog are APPROXIMATE, Please state if your ladle is to be used with a ladle
and are given in inches; capacities in pounds. handler, or a Monorail or Crane Pouring system.

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 Whiting Ladle with single end shank
Sizes 10-23

HAND
AND
SHANK
LADLES

Whiting Ladle with double end shank

Sizes 11-23

Hand and shank ladles may be obtained in sizes

ranging from 7 in. up to 23 in. diameter. The bowls
are made of heavy rolled steel plate and are of all-
welded construction (8½’, 10 and 11” bowls are
Whiting Ladle with swivel shank
pressed steel). The tapered sides afford a simple,
Sizes 11-23
trouble-free suspension in the forged steel belt.
Shanks are solid steel bars forged to the
suspension belt. Gas pipe handles may be
obtained on request on sizes 7 in. to 8½ in.

A detachable steel bail can be furnished for

Standard Bail
ladles 12 in. in diameter and up, if desired for use
Sizes:
with an overhead crane, hoist or trolley. 12 to 23
inclusive

Whiting Hand Ladles

Sizes 7-8-8½

Bowl Size Lining Capacity

Top Dia Sides Bottom Iron
7 ½ ½ 30
8 ½ ¾ 50
8½ ½ ¾ 60
10 ½ ¾ 100
11 ½ 1 150
12 ½ 1 200
13 ½ 1 250
5
14 /8 1 300
15 ¾ 1¼ 400
16½ ¾ 1¼ 500
17½ ¾ 1¼ 600
19 ¾ 1¼ 800
20½ 1 1½ 1000
23 1 1½ 1500

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 COVERED
TROLLEY
LADLES

STRAIGHT
OR OFFSET SHANK
Taper Side with V-Bail
These ladles, of all-welded high strength construc-
tion, offer the latest advance in ladle engineering.
The bowl is suspended on a basket type shank
that simplifies lining by permitting easy removal of A
the bowl. This type of suspension also provides F
for expansion of the bowl, thus avoiding lining J H
cracks. Bowls are provided with an extra long
B
spout for more accurate pouring and less spillage.
C
Three key bolts hold the bowl in place, and an D L
air gap between the bowl and shank prevents E M
NOTE: Like size ladle parts (bowls, covers only) are interchangeable with
direct heat transfer to the trunnion shafts, ladles on pages 5, 6 and 7.
extending their ser vice life.
Top Pl. Thick. Capacity Lining Top. Capacity Lining Top
The cover is carried on three levers hinged to Dia. Sides Bot. (Iron) Sides Bot. Allow (Steel) Sides Bot. Allow.
1 1 1 1
12 /8 /8 152 1 1 1 /2 159 1 1 1 /2
the shank, so that distortion in the bowl cannot 14 1
/8 /8
1
266 1 1
1
1 /2 221
1
1 /2
1
1 /2
1
1 /2
15 1
/8 3
/16 339 1 1 11/2 282 11/2 11/2 13/4
bind the cover hinge action. A skirt on the rear half 3 3 1 1 3 3
16½ /16 /16 386 1 /2 1 /2 1 /4 331 2 2 1 /4
of the cover deflects heat and fumes from the 17½ 3
/16 3
/16 480 11/2 11/2 13/4 417 2 2 13/4
1 1
19 3
/16 1
/4 645 11/2 11/2 13/4 475 2 /2 2 /2 13/4
bowl to protect the operator. Furnished with 21½ 1
/4
1
/4 993 11/2 11/2 2 652 3 3 2
5 5
24 /16 /16 1457 11/2 11/2 2 1015 3 3 2
straight or offset shanks.
A B C D E F G H J L M
1 1 1 1 3 7 1 3
12 12 10 /2 11 /2 54 /2 18 /2 7 /8 25 /8 9 10 /4 18 /4
1 5 5 3 5 1 7
14 14 12 /4 12 /8 55 /8 20 /8 8 /8 29 9 11 /4 20 /8
1 1 1 1 3 7 1 1
15 15 13 /8 13 /4 57 /2 22 /8 8 /4 30 /8 9 12 /4 22 /4
161/2 1
16 /2
1
14 /2
1
14 /4
1
58 /2
1
23 /2 10
1
33 /2 9
5
13 /8
5
24 /8
171/2 171/2 3
15 /8 15
3
59 /4
5
24 /8
1
10 /2
1
35 /8 11
5
14 /8
1
26 /4
5 5 1 1 1 1 7
19 19 16 /8 15 /8 61 /8 26 /4 11 /4 37 /8 11 15 /8 28
211/2 211/2 187/8 173/8 677/8 293/8 121/4 415/8 11 173/4 315/8
7 3 1 3 1 5 3
24 24 21 18 /8 70 /8 32 /8 13 /4 45 /2 11 19 /8 34 /4

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 STRAIGHT OR OFFSET
SHANK
Taper Side with Square Bail

Antifriction Bearing

These ladles have welded construction with basket

type suspension that permits easy removal of the
bowl for relining. The trunnion bearings are
protected by an air gap that also accommodates
bowl expansion. Bowls are provided with an extra
long spout for more accurate pouring and less
spillage.

Binding in the cover hinges is eliminated, since K

they are mounted directly on the shank and are un- A
affected by distortion of the bowl. The cover itself is
H
skirted over its rear half for protection of the ladle J
operator.
B G
Trunnion bearings are of the antifriction self-align- C
ing type for ease of operation, and are sealed D L
E M
against dirt and shot for long, trouble-free operation.
NOTE: Like size ladle parts (bowls, covers, bails, belts and trunnions) are
Furnished with straight or offset shanks. Bail is interchangeable with ladles on pages 5, 6 and 7.

drilled for Ladle Handler or bail attachment eye.

SPECIFICATIONS
Top Pl. Thick. Model Capacity Lining Top. Capacity Lining Top
Dia. Handler (Iron) Allow (Steel) Allow.
Sides Bot. Sides Bot. Sides Bot.
1 1 1 1
12 /8 /8 1000 152 1 1 1 /2 159 1 1 1 /2
1 1 1 1 1 1
14 /8 /8 1000 266 1 1 1 /2 221 1 /2 1 /2 1 /2
1 3
15 /8 /16 1000 339 1 1 11/2 282 11/2 11/2 13/4
3 3 1 1 3 3
16½ /16 /16 1000 386 1 /2 1 /2 1 /4 331 2 2 1 /4
3 3 1 1 3 3
17½ /16 /16 2000 480 1 /2 1 /2 1 /4 417 2 2 1 /4
3 1
19 /16 /4 2000 645 11/2 11/2 13/4 475
1
2 /2
1
2 /2 13/4
1 1
21½ /4 /4 none 993 11/2 11/2 2 652 3 3 2
5 5 1 1
24 /16 /16 none 1457 1 /2 1 /2 2 1015 3 3 2

A B C D E F G H J K L M
1
12 12 10 /2 97/8 3
53 /8 135/8 73/8 241/2 9 31/2 101/4 183/4
1 5 1 5 5 1 1 7
14 14 12 /4 11 55 /8 15 /2 8 /8 27 /8 9 3 /2 11 /4 20 /8
1 3 3 1 3 3 1 1 1
15 15 13 /8 11 /8 56 /8 16 /8 8 /4 28 /8 9 3 /2 12 /4 22 /4
1 1 1 3 3 1 1 1 5 5
16 /2 16 /2 14 /2 12 /8 58 /8 18 /8 10 31 /2 9 3 /2 13 /8 24 /8
171/2 171/2 3
15 /8
3
13 /8
7
67 /8
3
18 /4
1
10 /2
1
33 /2 11
1
4 /2
5
14 /8
1
26 /4
5 1 3 1 1 1 7
19 19 16 /8 14 69 /8 19 /4 11 /4 35 /4 11 4 /2 15 /8 28
1 1 7 1 7 5 1 1 1 3 5
21 /2 21 /2 18 /8 15 /2 72 /8 22 /8 12 /4 39 /8 11 4 /2 17 /4 31 /8
3 5 7 3 1 1 5 3
24 24 21 16 /4 74 /8 24 /8 13 /4 41 /2 11 4 /2 19 /8 34 /4

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 HAND LEVER TILT
Taper Side with Square Bail
Antifriction Bearing Trunnions
These are all-welded ladles built of heavy steel plate.
The bowl is hung in a basket type suspension shank that
provides an air gap to accommodate bowl expansion,
and affords easy removal of the bowl to simplify lining
installation and repair. Bowls are provided with an extra
long spout for more accurate pouring and less spillage.
Ladle trunnions, with self-aligning antifriction type
bearings, are covered for full protection against dirt and
shot. Longer bearing life and easier operation result.

A vertical band lever is used to tilt the ladle. This

lever is locked to the bail when not in use to prevent
accidental tipping of the ladle.
K
Ladles may be purchased either with or without covers
A
as desired. Ladles furnished without covers are provided
with necessary cover mountings, so that a cover may be F
installed later without welding or other modification of the J
ladle. Hinge points are located back of the bail to avoid
binding from metal splatter. A skirt, mounted on the rear B G
C
half of the cover, protects the operator from hot gases
rising from the molten metal. D L
E M
The bail may be adapted to a Ladle Handler, or fur- NOTE: Like size ladle parts (bowls, covers, bails, belts, trunnions) are
interchangeable with ladles on pages 5, 6 and 7.
nished with a bail attachment eye for use with chain hoist Bail eye is omitted when ladle is purchased for use with a Ladle
Hanlder (pages 8 and 9)
or crane hook.

SPECIFICATIONS
Top Pl. Thick. Model Capacity Lining Top. Capacity Lining Top
Dia. Handler (Iron) Allow (Steel) Allow.
Sides Bot. Sides Bot. Sides Bot.
1 1 1 1
12 /8 /8 1000 152 1 1 1 /2 159 1 1 1 /2
1 1
14 /8 /8 1000 266 1 1 11/2 221
1
1 /2
1
1 /2 11/2
1 3 1 1 1 3
15 /8 /16 1000 339 1 1 1 /2 282 1 /2 1 /2 1 /4
3 3 1 1 3 3
16½ /16 /16 1000 386 1 /2 1 /2 1 /4 331 2 2 1 /4
3 3
17½ /16 /16 2000 480 11/2 11/2 13/4 417 2 2 13/4
3 1
19 /16 /4 2000 645 11/2 11/2 13/4 475
1
2 /2
1
2 /2 13/4

A B C D E F G H J K L M
1 7 3 5 3 1 1 3
12 12 10 /2 9 /8 22 /8 13 /8 7 /8 21 25 3 /2 10 /4 18 /4
1 5 1 5 1 1 1 7
14 14 12 /4 11 25 /8 15 /2 8 /8 24 /8 27 3 /2 11 /4 20 /8
1 3 3 1 3 7 1 1 1
15 15 13 /8 11 /8 25 /8 16 /8 8 /4 24 /8 27 3 /2 12 /4 22 /4
161/2 1
16 /2
1
14 /2
3
12 /8
3
27 /8
1
18 /8
7
9 /8
1
28 /8 28
1
3 /2
5
13 /8
5
24 /8
171/2 171/2 3
15 /8
3
13 /8
7
32 /8
3
18 /4 101/2 1
29 /4 32
1
4 /2
5
14 /8
1
26 /4
5 1 3 1 1 7
19 19 16 /8 14 33 /8 19 /4 11 /4 31 33 4 /2 15 /8 28

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 JUNIOR GEARING
(L-1033)
Also available with Pour-Rite Gearing (L-1233)
Taper Side with Square Bail
Antifriction Bearing Trunnions
Top performance for many years of foundry service
is furnished by these welded ladles. Bowls are made
of heavy steel plate for extra service life and bowls
are provided with an extra long spout for more accu-
rate pouring and less spillage. Air-cooled trunnions
assure trouble-free operation, with the shafts pro-
tected from bowl heat by an air gap. Bearings are
self-aligning antifriction type, enclosed in a dirt- and
shot-proof housing. Handwheel loads are small, be-
cause of the balance obtained by careful design.

Ladles are furnished with and without covers as

desired. All ladles have cover mountings installed,
so that covers may be added at any time without K
welding or drilling. When mounted, the cover is in- A
dependent of the bowl, thus eliminating binding due
F
to bowl distortion. A skirt on the rear half of the
H
cover deflects hot gases and fumes away from the 3”7/16

operator. B G
5”
The bail may be adapted to a Ladle Handler or
D L
furnished with bail attachment eye for use with chain D M
hoist or crane hook. NOTE: Like size ladle parts (bowls, covers, bails, belts and trunnions) are
interchangeable with ladles on pages 5, 6 and 7.

SPECIFICATIONS
Top Pl. Thick. Model Capacity Lining Top. Capacity Lining Top
Dia. Handler (Iron) Allow (Steel) Allow
Sides Bot. Sides Bot. Sides Bot.
3 3
17½ /16 /16 2000 480 11/2 11/2 13/4 417 2 2 13/4
3 1
19 /16 /4 2000 645 11/2 11/2 13/4 475 21/2 21/2 13/4
1 1
21½ /4 /4 none 993 11/2 11/2 2 652 3 3 2
5 5
24 /16 /16 none 1457 11/2 11/2 2 1015 3 3 2

A B C D E F G H K L M
1 1 3 3 3 1 1 1 5 1
17 /2 17 /2 15 /8 13 /8 39 18 /4 10 /2 29 /4 4 /2 14 /8 26 /4
19 19 165/8 14 401/4 193/4 111/4 31 1
4 /2 157/8 28
21½ 21½ 187/8 1
15 /2 431/4 225/8 121/4 7
34 /8 41/2 173/4 5
31 /8
3 3 7 3 1 1 5 3
24 24 21 16 /4 45 /4 24 /8 13 /8 38 /4 4 /2 19 /8 34 /4

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WHITING
LADLE
HANDLER … a low-cost way to
easier, faster pouring
Ladle Handlers, used with light cranes or trolleys, make it
possible for one man to do the pouring. They have been
carefully designed to facilitate speed and accuracy, while
providing easy handling of hot metal with greatest pos-
sible safety to the operator.
Pouring fatigue is minimized by easy maneuverability,
low lifting wheel pull, and over-all simplicity of operation.
The entire mechanism is rigid, swiveling at the point of
suspension. The swivel hook has a heat-resisting thrust
bearing. The bail attachment is rotatable so that the ladle
may be set at any desired angle to the handwheel.
This Ladle Handler has safety features of extreme im-
portance. The load is carried on a newly developed
shielded roller chain and sprocket with multi-tooth loading.
The mechanical brake is totally enclosed, protecting it
against dust, shot, fumes and heat. Bearing surfaces are
specially hardened, and high safety factors are provided
throughout the construction...for example, a factor of 10+
in the chain.
Thus every care has been taken in designing this Ladle
Handler to provide easy, safe operation and long life. The
comparatively small investment required for a Ladle Han-
dler will soon be repaid in increased pouring efficiency
and savings in manpower.
Recommended Ladle Handlers to use with various size
ladles are shown in the ladle tables in this catalog. Stan-
dard lifts for Ladle Handlers are shown in the table on
opposite page...special lifts can be furnished on request.

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 HOW TO
SELECT THE
CORRECT
LIFT FOR
YOUR LADLE
HANDLER
R Ladle Handlers may be se-
cured with lifts as shown in the
table on opposite page. Do not
S select a longer lift than is re-
quired to enter the ladle under
the tap spout, because this will
reduce the maximum height
mold that can be poured.
In order to select the correct lift,
T it is desirable to make a trial
U X W
calculation. Dimensions K, Y,
and Z may be secured by actual
MONORAIL measurements of the tap spout,
monorail, and trolley; or taken
Y Y from blueprints if the equipment is
not yet installed. Dimensions B, C,
TROLLEY F, H, and L are given in the table
covering the size and style ladle
selected. Dimensions R (max.)
R and R (min.) are given in the Ladle
MAX Handler table on the opposite
R MIN page. Substitute these dimensions
and work out Formula No. I or No.
2, depending on the style ladle to
be used.
FORMULA #1 for taper side
ladles
F Z minus K must be less than Y
plus R (max.) plus H minus B, for
ladle to go under tap spout.
L TAP SPOUT
FORMULA #2 for cylindrical
1” CLEARANCE ladles
F F 7 minus K must be less than Y
H H plus R(max.) plus H minus C, for
K C K ladle to go under tap spout.
B
FORMULA #3
If the above calculation proves
the selected lift is satisfactory,
SPECIFICATIONS work out Formula No. 3 to deter-
Max. R S Dia. mine the maximum height mold
Lift Per H.W. Pull Per
Model Gross Lift
Max. Min. Max. Min.
T U W X
Rev. of H.W.
H.
100# Load that can be poured.
Cap’y W.
2’-0” 5’-89/16” 3’-89/16” 2’-61/2” 0’-61/2”
1000 850# 2’-6” 6’-89/16” 4’-29/16” 3’-01/2” 0’-61/2”
113/8
6” 21
/32” 17
/32” 1¼” Approx. 26” 1¾# Approx. From 7 subtract the sum of Y,
”
3’-0”
9
7’-8 /16”
9
4’-8 /16”
1
3’-6 /2”
1
0’-6 /2” R(min.), F, and L, to determine
2’-111/2” 1
2’-1” 6’-5” 4’-4” 0’-10 /2”
2000 1500# 2’-7” 7’-5” 4’-10” 3’-51/2” 0’-101/2”
7
15 /8
7”
1
1 /32”
21
/32” 7
/8” Approx. 30” 1½# Approx.
maximum mold height.
”
3’-1” 8’-5” 5’-4” 3’-111/2” 0’-101/2”

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 HOW WHITING LADLES
WITH SPECIAL LINERS
ARE USED FOR FERROUS
AND NONFERROUS MATERIALS

Larger castings than were formerly considered

practical are being poured in nonferrous
foundries today. Pouring them successfully
depends upon a ladle of adequate size that SPECIFICATIONS
provides freedom from contamination. The
scaling of iron ladles, and the spalling in
WHITING LADLES WITH DIXON LINERS
monolithic or mud linings eliminate their For Ferrous and Non Ferrous
usefulness for nonferrous metals. Whiting Dixon Top Metal Total Capacity in Lbs.
Ladle Liner Allowance Volume in Aluminum Brass Iron Steel
Whiting has adapted a graphite type liner for Size Size Cu. In.
8½ 60 1” 149 12 36 35 37
use with Whiting Ladles that not only eliminates 10 100 1” 310 24 75 73 77
contamination, but supplies thermal insulation 11 150 1” 391 31 95 93 98
for constant temperature pouring as well. The 12 200 1½” 510 40 124 121 128
ladle liner is set on a nonconductive layer of 13 250 1½” 654 51 159 156 163
14 300 1½” 850 67 206 202 212
filler, and the remaining space along the sides 15 400 1½” 1133 89 275 269 283
of the bowl is tamped full of the filler material, 16½ 500 1¾” 1418 112 344 337 355
giving the qualities of a good crucible, with the 17½ 600 1¾” 1658 131 403 394 415
strength of a ladle. 19 800 1¾” 2268 179 551 539 567
20½ 1000 3” 2810 222 683 668 702
21½ 1000 3” 2810 222 683 668 702
All types of Whiting Ladles may be used with
Above capacities based on the following densities in molten state.
ladle liners in sizes indicated in the table below. Aluminum - .079 lbs. per cu. inch.
Brass - .243 lbs. per cu. inch.
Iron - .238 lbs. per cu. inch.
Steel - .250 lbs. per cu. inch.

A
F

D Ladle Dimensions Insulation Dixon Lime Dimensions

A&B C D E F G H J Weight
3 3
H B 8½ 7 /8
3
½ 7¾ 6 /8
1
8 ¾ 9
10 8¾ /8 ½ 9¼ 8 /8 9½ ¾ 13
3
11 9¾ /8 ½ 10¼ 91/8 10½ 1 21
3
12 10½ /8 ½ 11¼ 9¾ 11½ 1 25
3
13 11¼ ½ ½ 12 10 /8 12½ 1 29
G 14 12¼ ½ 1 13 11¼ 13 1 34
1
15 13 /8 ½ ¾ 14 12¼ 14¼ 1 40
E 16½ 14½ ½ 1 15½ 13¾ 15½ 1¼ 60
17½ 15¼ ¾ ¾ 16 13¾ 16¾ 1¼ 65
19 16½ ¾ ¾ 17½ 15¼ 18¼ 1¼ 80
C 20½ 18 ¾ ¾ 19 16¾ 19¾ 1¼ 107
21½ 18¾ 1¼ 1¾ 19 16¾ 19¾ 1¼ 107
Information courtesy of Joseph Dixon Crucible Co.

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 COVERED
CRANE
LADLES

WITH TAPER SIDE

AND V-BAIL
Covered crane ladles substantially reduce
temperature loss of the molten metal being poured. A
F
Because of their greater heat retention they permit
larger areas to be served with less equipment and H
fewer taps. Reducing temperature loss of the molten
B
metal improves casting quality with fewer returns.
C G
Bowls are fabricated from heavy steel plate with
all welded seams. Trunnions are machined steel E K
D L
pressed and welded into a cast steel base and can
be furnished with cast iron journal boxes or anti-
SPECIFICATIONS
friction type bearings at a slight additional cost.
Top Pl. Thick Ladle Capacity Lining Top Capacity Lining Top
Covers have three hinge points for ease of opera- Dia. Sides Bot.
3
Gearing (Iron) Sides Bot. Allow. (Steel) Sides Bot. Allow.
20½ /16 ¼ L-1010 839 1½ 1½ 2 510 2¾ 2¾ 4
tion and proper alignment and are provided with a 23 ¼ ¼ L-1010 1247 1½ 1½ 2 816 2¾ 2¾ 4
26 ¼ ¼ L-1010 1707 2 2 2 1096 3½ 3½ 4
large operating handle. These ladles are provided 27½ ¼ ¼ L-1010 2033 2 2 2½ 1346 3½ 3½ 4½
29 ¼ ¼ L-1010 2475 2 2 2½ 1690 3½ 3½ 4½
with E-Z” pour gearing with anti-friction bearings, 32 ¼ ¼ L- 992 3001 2¾ 2¾ 2½ 2233 4 4 4½
5
34½ ¼ /16 L- 992 3881 2¾ 2¾ 3 2974 4 4 5
forced lubrication and safety brake. 36½ ¼
5
/16 L- 992 4164 3½ 3½ 3 3720 4 4 5

A B C D E F G H K L
20½ 20½ 18 15¼ 44½ 29¾ 11¼ 41 12½ 27½
23 23 20 16¼ 46¾ 29¼ 12¾ 42 13½ 30¾
1
26 26 22¾ 18 /8 50½ 34 13¾ 47 ¾ 15 35¼
7 3
27½ 27½ 24 19 52 36 /8 14½ 51 /8 16½ 36¼
5
29 29 25½ 19 /8 53½ 38 15¼ 53¼ 17¼ 37½
5 1
32 32 28 21¾ 60 /8 42¾ 17¼ 60 /8 18¾ 44
34½ 34½ 30¼ 227/8 62¾
5
43 /8 18
5
61 /8 20½ 48
36½ 36½ 32 24½ 65½ 46¾ 19½ 66¼ 21½ 48½
All Dimensions Approximate.

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 LIP
POUR
CRANE
LADLES

TAPER SIDE
WITH V-BAIL F
A
Lip pour crane ladles have bowls fabricated from
heavy steel plate for added strength and long H
service. The bowl is provided with two drawn-out
pouring lips and a heavy steel bar reinforcing
band just above the trunnion bases. Bowls can be B
of riveted construction with the flattened rivet C G
heads on the inside or with all welded seams. The
trunnions are of machined steel pressed and D K
welded into a large cast steel trunnion base. Cast E L
iron trunnion journal boxes with overlapping
flanges for protection against spill are provided as
standard equipment. Self aligning, anti-friction
SPECIFICATIONS
Top Pl. Thick Ladle Capacity Lining Top Capacity Lining Top
type trunnion bearings can be provided if desired, Dia. Sides Bot.
3
Gearing (Iron) Sides Bot. Allow. (Steel) Sides Bot. Allow.
20½ /16 ¼ L-1010 839 1½ 1½ 2 510 2¾ 2¾ 4
at a slight additional cost. Bowl sizes 29” top 23 ¼ ¼ L-1010 1247 1½ 1½ 2 816 2¾ 2¾ 4
diameter and larger are provided with vent holes 26 ¼ ¼ L-1010 1707 2 2 2 1096 3½ 3½ 4
27½ ¼ ¼ L-1010 2033 2 2 2½ 1346 3½ 3½ 4½
in bottom and sides. Bails are forged from a heavy 29 ¼ ¼ L-1010 2475 2 2 2½ 1690 3½ 3½ 4½
32 ¼ ¼ L- 992 3001 2¾ 2¾ 2½ 2233 4 4 4½
steel bar. Ladle sizes 40½”, 43½”, and 46” are 5
34½ ¼ /16 L- 992 3881 2¾ 2¾ 3 2974 4 4 5
5
provided with a horizontal strut in the V-bail. 36½
5
¼
5
/16 L- 992 4164 3½ 3½ 3 3720 4 4 5
40½ /16 /16 L- 992 6167 3½ 3½ 3 4904 4¾ 4¾ 5
5 3
“E-Z” Pour Gear Brackets with anti-friction bear- 43½ /16 /8 L-1016 7317 4 4 3 6471 4¾ 4¾ 5
5 3
46 /16 /8 L-1016 8826 4 4 4 7883 4¾ 4¾ 6
ings, forced lubrication and safety brake are fur-
nished with these ladles. Whiting geared ladles A B C D E F G H K L
are designed to hang plumb when filled to rated 20½ 20½ 18 15 44½ 26 10½ 36½ 12½ 25
23 23 20 16¼ 47 27¾ 11¾ 39½ 13½ 27
capacity, and tipped slightly toward the gear 26 26 22¾
5
17 /8 49¾
1
31 /8 12¾
7
43 /8 15 30
27½ 27½ 24 183/8 511/8 31¾ 13½ 45¼ 16½ 33
bracket when partially filled or empty.
29 29 25½ 191/8 525/8 33½ 14¼ 47¾ 17¼ 34½
32 32 28 21¾ 601/8 40¾ 15¾ 56½ 18¾ 37½
7
34½ 34½ 30¼ 22 /8 62½ 41½ 17 58½ 20½ 41
36½ 36½ 32 243/8 7
64 /8
5
44 /8 18
5
62 /8 21½ 43
5
40½ 40½ 35½ 26¼ 68 /8 48 19¼ 67¼ 22¾ 45½
43½ 43½ 38 287/8 735/8 521/8 21 731/8 24¼ 48½
46 46 40½ 301/8 761/8 543/8 22¼ 765/8 25½ 51
All Dimensions Approximate.

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 LIP
POUR
CRANE
LADLES

TAPER SIDED
SQUARE BAIL
Lip pour crane ladles are equipped with “E-Z” Ladle
Gear Brackets on sizes up to and including 66” top
diameter and with heavy duty helical worm gearing A
on 72” top diameter and larger. Both types of ladle F
gear brackets feature anti-friction type bearings, H
forced lubrication and safety brake.
The ladle bowls are fabricated from heavy steel
plate and are provided with a steel bar reinforcing B
band just above the trunnion bases and two drawn
out pouring lips. Ladle sizes 55” top diameter and G
larger have removable lips. Bowls have a refractory C
retaining plate welded to the top and have vent
holes in the bottom and sides. Bowls can be of D K
riveted construction with the flattened rivet heads E L
on the inside or with all welded seams.
NOTE: Trunnion braces used on ladle sizes 58” and larger.
The trunnions are of machined steel pressed and
welded into large cast steel bases riveted to the
shell. Cast iron trunnion journals with overlapping
flanges for protection against spill are provided as
SPECIFICATIONS
Top Pl. Thick Ladle Capacity Lining Top Capacity Lining Top
standard equipment on ladle sizes 48½”-55”. Ladle Dia. Sides Bot. Gearing (Iron) Sides Bot. Allow. (Steel) Sides Bot. Allow.
sizes 58”-86” are provided with anti-friction roller 48½
5
/16
3
/8 L-1016 10646 4 4 4 8959 5¼ 5¼ 6
3 3
type trunnion bearings as standard equipment and 51 /8 /8 L-1016 11554 4¾ 4¾ 4 10829 5¼ 5¼ 6
3 3
55 /8 /8 L-1016 14920 4¾ 4¾ 5 14440 5¼ 5¼ 6
can be provided on the 48½”-55” ladles if desired at 3 7
58 /8 /16 L-1040 18263 4¾ 4¾ 5 17771 5¼ 5¼ 6
a slight additional price. 62
3
/8 7
/16 L-1040 21825 5¼ 5¼ 5 20358 6 6 7
66 ½ ½ L-1040 27639 5¼ 5¼ 5 26016 6 6 7
These ladles are provided with a square bail 72 ½
9
/16 L-1422 34858 6 6 6 35395 6 6 8
5
having a double channel head beam with crane 79 /8 ¾ L-1422 42810 6 6 6 40114 7¼ 7¼ 8
5
lifting loop and heavy steel bar bail arms. Ladles 86 /8 ¾ L-1422 53270 6 6 7 49138 7¼ 7¼ 9
are designed to hang plumb when filled and will tip
slightly toward the tilting mechanism when partly A B C D E F G H K L
1
filled or empty. 48½ 48½ 42½ 33 /8 82¼ 66¼ 22½ 88 ¾ 26¾ 53½
5 1 3
51 51 44½ 34¼ 84 /8 67 /8 24¼ 91 /8 28 56
55 55 48 37¼ 90½ 74½ 26¾ 101¼ 32½ 65
58 58 51 38½ 94¼ 77½ 29¼ 106¾ 34 68
5 7
62 62 54 40 /8 97 /8 83½ 30¼ 113¾ 36 72
7 7
66 66 58 42 /8 102 /8 88½ 32 120½ 38 76
72 72 63½ 45 112 97 35¼ 132¼ 41 82
5 3
79 79 70 53 /8 128 /8 108 35¾ 143¾ 44½ 89
1 3
86 86 77 54 /8 135 /8 114 34¾ 148¾ 48 96
All Dimensions Approximate.

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 POUR-RITE
CRANE
LADLES

with E-Z POUR Gearing

Taper Side — V-Bail
L K
Self-Aligning Antifriction Bearings
These ladles have durable, high strength welded con-
struction. Rigidity in the bowl is greatly increased with the
use of a horizontal reinforcing band just above the J
H
trunnions. This type of reinforcing increases the strength
of the ladle with minimum additional weight. Pouring lips A
are of heavy gauge rolled plate, welded to the bowl.
F
The trunnions are air-cooled, with the trunnion shafts D
separated from the ladle bowl. Distortion that could bind M
the shafts is thus eliminated. Self-aligning, antifriction
bearings, fully enclosed for protection against dirt and B
shot, are used for greater tipping ease. Shot guards, E
mounted on the bail, shield the trunnion housings. C
A great deal of care was exercised in locating the G
trunnions. They are placed so that the ladle can be
tipped with a minimum of effort, regardless of the full,
partially full, or empty condition of the ladle. The result is
greatly increased pouring ease. SPECIFICATIONS
Top Pl. Thick Ladle Capacity Lining Top Capacity Lining Top
Dia. Sides Bot. Gearing (Iron) Sides Bot. Allow. (Steel) Sides Bot. Allow.
21½ ¼ ¼ L-1010 1001 1½ 1½ 2 630 2¾ 2¾ 4
5 5
Pour-Rite Trunnion Construction 24 /16 /16 L-1010 1457 1½ 1½ 2 978 2¾ 2¾ 4
5 5
26 /16 /16 L-1010 1707 2 2 2 1096 3½ 3½ 4
This cross section 5 5
29 /16 /16 L-1010 2475 2 2 2½ 1690 3½ 3½ 4½
throug h the t run ni ons of 5 5
32 /16 /16 L- 992 3001 2¾ 2¾ 2½ 2233 4 4 4½
a Pour-Ri te Ladle s hows 5 3
36 /16 /8 L- 992 4512 2¾ 2¾ 3 3515 4 4 5
t h e c i r c u l a t i o n o f c o ol - 40
3
/8
3
/8 L- 992 5825 3½ 3½ 3 4656 4¾ 4¾ 5
ing air that prevents 44
3
/8 3
/8 L-1016 8222 3½ 3½ 3 6779 4¾ 4¾ 5
direct heat transfer to 48
3
/8 ½ L-1016 10931 4 4 4 8588 5¼ 5¼ 6
the trunnion shanks.
As shown in the dia-
gram, the end of the A B C D E F G H K L M
1 3 3
trunnion shafts are 21½ 21½ 18¾ 11 /8 10 /8 3- 1¾ 48 16¼ 28 /8 19½ 20
5
separated from the 24 24 21 12½ 11½ 3- 4¾ 50 /8 16¾ 303/8 20¼ 20
ladle bowl by the 26 26 22¾ 13¾ 12¼ 3- 8½ 525/8 18½ 317/8 20¾ 20
channel-shaped 3 3 5
29 29 25 /8 15½ 13½ 3-11¾ 55 /8 18 /8 33¼ 22 20
7
m o u n t i n g . T h i s f e a- 32 32 28 17 15 4- 7 /8 60¾ 237/8 37 23¾ 26
ture assures longer, 36 36 31½ 19¼ 16¾ 4-11¾ 65¾ 23¾ 39¾ 26 26
trouble-free operation of the trunnions. 40 40 35 21½ 18½ 5- 6¾ 69¾ 26¾ 41¾ 28 26
1 7 3 3 3
44 44 38½ 25 /8 18 /8 5-11 /8 74¾ 27¼ 44 /8 30 /8 30
5 3 5 5
48 48 42 26 22 6- 5 /8 79 /8 29 /8 46 /8 32¾ 30
All Dimensions Approximate.

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 POUR-RITE
CRANE
LADLES

with E-Z POUR Gearing

Taper Side — Square-Bail
Self-Aligning Antifriction Bearings
Pour-Rite Crane Ladles are constructed to rigid
standards of durability with the high degrees of
operating ease needed in crane ladles. Welded
construction is employed throughout, while all of the
structural parts of the ladles are built far heavier
than is actually required, assuring long service life
with low maintenance. Two heavy gauge pouring A F
lips are welded to the bowl.
H
The trunnions are air-cooled, and are mounted so
as to avoid directcontact between the trunnion
shafts and the bowl. Self-aligning, antifriction
bearings are used in the trunnions, and are sealed
against shot and dirt to prevent fouled bearings and B
binding. Bowl reinforcement is of the horizontal type, G
with gusset braces, greatly increasing the rigidity of C
the bowl. All crane ladles utilize gear brackets for
easier handling. D K
E L

SPECIFICATIONS
Top Pl. Thick Ladle Capacity Lining Top Capacity Lining Top
Dia. Sides Bot. Gearing (Iron) Sides Bot. Allow. (Steel) Sides Bot. Allow.
3
48 /8 ½ L-1016 10236 4 4 4 8588 5¼ 5¼ 6
52 ½ ½ L-1016 12454 4¾ 4¾ 4 11706 5¼ 5¼ 6
56 ½ ½ L-1016 15935 4¾ 4¾ 4 15499 5¼ 5¼ 6
5
61 ½ /8 L-1040 21842 4¾ 4¾ 5 19297 6 6 7
5
66 ½ /8 L-1040 27639 5¼ 5¼ 5 26016 6 6 7

A B C D E F G H K L
5
48 48 42 31 79 /8 64¾ 22½ 87¼ 28 56
3 1
52 52 45½ 32¾ 83 /8 77 8 24¼ 101 29 58
56 56 49 35 86 72¼ 26¼ 98¾ 31 62
1
61 61 53½ 38 94 78½ 28 /8 1061/8 33½ 67
66 66 58 40 98½ 88 305/8 1185/8 36 72
All Dimensions Approximate.

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 BOTTOM
TAP
LADLES

NON-GEARED
WITH V-BAIL SEE
NOTE
The high safety factors in all parts of these ladles fit
them for the heavy duty required in bottom tap A
service. The bowl is fabricated from heavy steel F
plate and can be of riveted construction with the
flattened rivet heads on the inside or with all welded H
seams. The bottom of the bowl is equipped with
supporting feet and a steel plate to accommodate B
the refractory nozzle. These ladles are provided with
a refractory retaining plate welded inside the shell at G
the top and a forged steel tilting loop bolted to the C
shell O.D. at the bottom. Vent holes will be provided
in the bottom and sides of the bowl unless otherwise D K
specified. E L
The trunnions are of machined steel pressed and NOTE: V-Bail with strut is furnished on ladle sizes 40½“, 43½“, and 46” only.
welded into a large cast steel trunnion base. Cast
iron trunnion journal boxes with overlapping flanges SPECIFICATIONS
for protection against spill are provided. Bails are Top Pl. Thick Capacity Lining Top Capacity Lining Top
forged from a heavy steel bar and include a lock to Dia. Sides Bot. (Iron) Sides Bot. Allow. (Steel) Sides Bot. Allow.
26* ¼ ¼ 1707 2 2 2 1096 3½ 3½ 4
prevent accidental tipping of ladle. 27½* ¼ ¼ 2033 2 2 2½ 1346 3½ 3½ 4½
29* ¼ ¼ 2475 2 2 2½ 1690 3½ 3½ 4½
Bottom Tap ladles can be provided with “Rack 32 ¼ ¼ 3001 2¾ 2¾ 2½ 2233 4 4 4½
Type” bottom tap rig or “5 Position” bottom tap rig. 34½ ¼
5
/16 3881 2¾ 2¾ 3 2974 4 4 5
5
Rigs are illustrated and described on pages 22 and 36½
5
¼
5
/16 4164 3½ 3½ 3 3720 4 4 5
23. 40½ /16 /16 6167 3½ 3½ 3 4904 4¾ 4¾ 5
5 3
43½ /16 /8 7317 4 4 3 6471 4¾ 4¾ 5
5 3
46 /16 /8 8826 4 4 4 7883 4¾ 4¾ 6

A B C D E F G H K L
7 5
26 26 22¾ 17¾ 35½ 33 /8 18¾ 52 /8 15 37
27½ 27½ 24 18½ 37 34¾ 19¾ 54½ 16½ 38½
5 3
29 29 25½ 19¼ 38½ 35 /8 20¾ 56 /8 17¼ 40
7 7 1
32 32 28 21 /8 42¾ 37 /8 22¼ 60 /8 18¾ 43
34½ 34½ 30¼ 23 46 41 ¼ 23½ 64¾ 20½ 46
5
36½ 36½ 32 24 /8 49¼ 42 ½ 25 67½ 21½ 48
3 3
40½ 40½ 35½ 26½ 53 50 /8 27 77 /8 22¾ 52
1
43½ 43½ 38 29 /8 58¼ 521/8 29 815/8 24¼ 55
3
46 46 40½ 30 /8 60¾ 53¾ 30½ 84¼ 25½ 57½
* Available with Bottom-Tap Rod in center of ladle at additional cost, if desired.
All Dimensions Approximate.

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 BOTTOM
TAP
LADLES

GEARED
WITH V-BAIL SEE
NOTE
“E-Z” Pour ladle gear brackets are provided with
these bottom tap ladles for added versatility and
where auxiliary tilting is not available. The bowl is
A
F
fabricated from heavy steel plate and can be of
riveted construction with the flattened rivet heads
on the inside or with all welded seams. The H
bottom of the bowl is equipped with supporting
feet and a steel plate to accommodate the B
refractory nozzle. These ladles are provided with
a refractory retaining plate welded inside the shell G
at the top. Bowl sizes 32” diameter and larger are C
provided with a bottom reinforcing band, Vent
holes will be provided in the bottom and sides of D K
the bowl unless otherwise specified. E L
The trunnions are of machined steel pressed NOTE: V-Bail with strut is furnished on ladle sizes 40½“, 43½“, and 46” only.
and welded into a large cast steel trunnion base.
Cast iron trunnion journal boxes with overlapping
flanges for protection against spill are provided. SPECIFICATIONS
Bails are forged from a heavy steel bar and Top Pl. Thick Ladle Capacity Lining Top Capacity Lining Top
Dia. Sides Bot. Gearing (Iron) Sides Bot. Allow. (Steel) Sides Bot. Allow.
include a lock to prevent accidental tipping of 26* ¼ ¼ L-1010 1707 2 2 2 1096 3½ 3½ 4
ladle. 27½* ¼ ¼ L-1010 2033 2 2 2½ 1346 3½ 3½ 4½
29* ¼ ¼ L-1010 2475 2 2 2½ 1690 3½ 3½ 4½
Bottom tap ladles can be provided with “Rack 32 ¼ ¼ L- 992 3001 2¾ 2¾ 2½ 2233 4 4 4½
5
Type” bottom tap rig or “5 Position” bottom tap rig. 34½ ¼
5
/16 L- 992 3881 2¾ 2¾ 3 2974 4 4 5
Rigs are illustrated and described on pages 22 36½ ¼ /16 L- 992 4164 3½ 3½ 3 3720 4 4 5
5 5
40½ /16 /16 L- 992 6167 3½ 3½ 3 4904 4¾ 4¾ 5
and 23. 43½
5
/16 3
/8 L-1016 7317 4 4 3 6471 4¾ 4¾ 5
5 3
46 /16 /8 L-1016 8826 4 4 4 7883 4¾ 4¾ 6

A B C D E F G H K L
5
26 26 22¾ 17 /8 50 36 15¾ 51¾ 15 37
27½ 27½ 24 183/8 3
51 /8
1
37 /8 16½
5
53 /8 16½ 38½
29 29 25½ 191/8 527/8 381/8 17¼ 553/8 17¼ 40
1 3 1
32 32 28 21¾ 60 /8 40 /8 18¾ 59 /8 18¾ 43
7
34½ 34½ 30¼ 22 /8 62½ 437/8 20 637/8 20½ 46
3 3 3
36½ 36½ 32 24 /8 65 45 /8 21 66 /8 21½ 48
5 1
40½ 40½ 35½ 26¼ 68¼ 53 /8 22½ 76 /8 22¾ 52
7 7
43½ 43½ 38 28 /8 73 /8 553/8 24½ 797/8 24¼ 55
1 3
46 46 40½ 30 /8 76 /8 57¼ 25¾ 83 25½ 57½
* Available with Bottom-Tap Rod in center of ladle at additional cost, if desired.
All Dimensions Approximate.

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 BOTTOM
TAP
LADLES

NON-GEARED
SQUARE BAIL
Bottom Tap ladles from 48½” to 86” diameter are
furnished with square bails. Bails have a double
channel head beam with heat shield and crane A F
pickup loop. The bowl is fabricated from heavy
steel plate and can be of riveted construction with H
the flattened rivet heads on the inside or with all
welded seams. Bowls have a horizontal
reinforcing band above the trunnions and a
bottom reinforcing band. The bottom of the bowl is B
equipped with supporting feet and a steel plate to
accommodate the refractory nozzle. These ladles G
are provided with a refractory retaining plate C
welded inside the shell at the top and a forged
steel tilting loop bolted to the shell O.D. at the D K
bottom. Vent holes will be provided in the bottom E L
and sides of the bowl unless otherwise specified.
The trunnions are of machined steel pressed SPECIFICATIONS
and welded into a large cast steel trunnion base. Top Pl. Thick Capacity Lining Top Capacity Lining Top
Dia. Sides Bot. (Iron) Sides Bot. Allow. (Steel) Sides Bot. Allow.
Cast iron trunnion journal boxes with overlapping 5 3
48½ /16 /8 10646 4 4 4 8959 5¼ 5¼ 6
flanges for protection against spill are provided. 51
3
/8 3
/8 11554 4¾ 4¾ 4 10829 5¼ 5¼ 6
3 3
Bail locks are included to prevent accidental 55 /8 /8 14920 4¾ 4¾ 5 14440 5¼ 5¼ 6
3 7
tipping of ladle. 58 /8 /16 18263 4¾ 4¾ 5 17771 5¼ 5¼ 6
3 7
62 /8 /16 21825 5¼ 5¼ 5 20358 6 6 7
Bottom Tap ladles can be provided with “Rack 66 ½ ½ 27639 5¼ 5¼ 5 26016 6 6 7
9
72 ½ /16 34858 6 6 6 35395 6 6 8
Type” bottom tap rig or “5 Position” bottom tap rig. 79
5
/8 ¾ 43810 6 6 6 40114 7¼ 7¼ 8
Rigs are illustrated and described on pages 22 86
5
/8 ¾ 53270 6 6 7 49138 7¼ 7¼ 9
and 23.
A B C D E F G H K L
48½ 48½ 42½ 31¾ 63½ 72½ 32½ 105 26¾ 62
51 51 44½ 33 66 73¾ 34½ 108¼ 28 64
5
55 55 48 35 /8 71¼ 80½ 36¾ 117¼ 32½ 70
1
58 58 51 37 /8 74¼ 82½ 38¾ 121¼ 34 73
62 62 54 39 78 88¾ 40¾ 129½ 36 77
66 66 58 41½ 83 94 43¼ 137¼ 38 81
7 5
72 72 63½ 44½ 89 104 /8 46¾ 147 /8 41 87
79 79 70 53½ 106½ 105 46¾ 155½ 44½ 94
86 86 77 56 112 120 46¾ 166¾ 48 101
All Dimensions Approximate.

18
 BOTTOM
TAP
LADLES

GEARED
SQUARE BAIL
These Bottom Tap ladles are furnished with
square bail and “E-Z” Pour gearing. Bowls can be
provided in standard riveted construction or all A F
welded if desired. These bowls have a refractory H
retaining top plate welded to the shell at the top
and reinforcing bands above the trunnions and
from the trunnions around the bottom of the bowl.
Three feet are welded to the ladle bottom to
support the ladle and protect the bottom nozzle. B
Vent holes are provided in the bottom and sides of
the bowl unless otherwise specified. G
C
Machined steel trunnion shafts are pressed and
welded into a large cast steel trunnion base. On D K
bowl sizes up to 55” cast iron trunnion journal E L
boxes are provided and on 58” diameter and
larger anti-friction trunnion bearings are used.
Square bails have double channel head beam SPECIFICATIONS
with heat shield and crane pick-up loop. Top Pl. Thick Ladle Capacity Lining Top Capacity Lining Top
Dia. Sides Bot. Gearing (Iron) Sides Bot. Allow. (Steel) Sides Bot. Allow.
Bottom Tap ladles can be provided with “Rack 48½
5
/16 /8
3
L-1016 10646 4 4 4 8959 5¼ 5¼ 6
3 3
Type” bottom tap rig or “5 Position” bottom tap rig. 51
3
/8 /8
3
L-1016 11554 4¾ 4¾ 4 10829 5¼ 5¼ 6
Rigs are illustrated and described on pages 22 55 /8 /8 L-1016 14920 4¾ 4¾ 5 14440 5¼ 5¼ 6
3 7
58 /8 /16 L-1040 18263 4¾ 4¾ 5 17771 5¼ 5¼ 6
and 23. 62
3
/8 7
/16 L-1040 21825 5¼ 5¼ 5 20358 6 6 7
66 ½ ½ L-1040 27639 5¼ 5¼ 5 26016 6 6 7
9
72 ½ /16 L-1422 34858 6 6 6 35395 6 6 8
5
79 /8 ¾ L-1422 43810 6 6 6 40114 7¼ 7¼ 8
5
86 /8 ¾ L-1422 53270 6 6 7 49138 7¼ 7¼ 9

A B C D E F G H K L
48½ 48½ 42½ 31½ 79¾ 76½ 27 103½ 26¾ 62
5 3
51 51 44½ 32 /8 82 /8 78¼ 29½ 106¾ 28 64
1 7
55 55 48 35¼ 87¾ 85 /8 30¾ 115 /8 32½ 70
7
58 58 51 36¾ 91 /8 88 31¼ 119¼ 34 73
62 62 54 38½ 953/8 93 34¼ 127¼ 36 77
1 7 1
66 66 58 41 /8 100¼ 98 /8 36¼ 135 /8 38 81
7 1 3
72 72 63½ 44 116 /8 106 /8 39¼ 145 /8 41 87
79 79 70 52¾ 133½ 112 39¼ 151¾ 44½ 94
3
86 86 77 55 /8 140¼ 115¾ 39¼ 162½ 48 101
All Dimensions Approximate.

19
 A.I.S.E.
LADLES

Where a number of ladles are required of the same

size, a substantial savings can be realized by utilizing
one or two detachable type ladle bails. Special
clearance, handling or pouring requirements often
necessitate that the bail be removed from the ladle.
Whiting Corporation can furnish any size ladle with
a detachable type bail with either the hook type arms
or the stirrup type to engage ladle trunnions. Bails
can be provided with the hairpin type lifting loop or a
machined alloy steel pin between the head beams for
extra low clearance requirements. Hook type
detachable bails can be provided with a Whiting
motor operated ladle gear bracket to combine all the
advantages of the removable bail plus motor oper-
ated pouring from a crane or hot metal carrier.

Detachable hook type bail with motor operated gearing.

20
 A.I.S.E.
LADLES

Whiting Corporation has designed and furnished many

ladles to the steel mill and foundry industry that meet
A.I.S.E. standard No.9 for hot metal ladles. These
specifications cover the type of materials to be used in
fabrication and the design criteria for various ladle
components such as trunnion pins, bases, stiffener
ribs, thickness of side plates and bottom.
Whiting standard A.I.S.E. ladles are of welded con-
struction and are stress relieved after welding. Trun-
nion bases are lined bored for proper alignment prior
to installation of machined trunnion shafts. These
ladles can be furnished with lifting bails designed to
A.I.S.E. specification No. 7 featuring bail hook arms
fabricated from laminated steel plates of welded and
riveted construction.
Heavy duty steel mill bottom tap rigs are available
with A.I.S.E. ladles and have a swivel operating lever
which can be rotated 180° for most convenient operat-
ing position or with a hydraulic cylinder operator. Rigs
are provided with accurately machined slides sealed
against metal shot and mill atmosphere to provide long
trouble free life.
If your ladle specifications call for A.I.S.E. standards,
call Whiting. We have standard models ranging from
5-200 tons plus the capabilities to design one that
meets your exact requirements.

21
 RACK TYPE
TAPROD
BOTTOM-
TAP
RIG
SLEEVES

A slide bearing, pivoted on a bracket bolted to the

bowl, forms the tap mechanism used in Bottom- STOPPER
Tap Ladles. The action is controlled by a lever
mounted at the side of the bowl. A rack and sector
arrangement provides easy adjustment of the
gear mesh so that the handle may be set to suit
the operator. On ladles 48½ in. in diameter and NOZZLE
larger, the handle is detachable near the slide.
The slide itself is almost fully enclosed for
protection against dirt and spillage, while an apron
on the gooseneck prevents metal from splashing
against the machined surfaces of the slide. The
slide is adjusted by a single screw so that
adjustments can be made quickly with the
possibility of distorting the slide eliminated. Set
screws permit adjustment for side wear, while
shims under the clamping plate permit correction
for wear in the other direction.
The gooseneck has a tapered stem, fitting into BOTTOM-TAP ROD REFRACTORIES
the slide with slots so that a wedge key can be for both “Rack Type” and “5-Position” Bottom-Tap rigs
used to draw the stem into the slide and hold it in Ladle Tap Rods Refractories† No. of Sleeves Required
position. The same key can be used to remove Top Dia. Assembly Nozzle Stopper 80 83 84 85 90 90(half) 95 96
the gooseneck from the slide. A lifting eye is 26 T-18489-C 40 409B 2 1
27½ T-18489-D 40 409B 1 2
furnished for handling the gooseneck when it is 29 T-18489-E 40 409B 1 2
not in use on the ladle. With the gooseneck 32 T-18489-F 40 409B 3
removed, the slide can be dropped completely 34½ T-18489-G 40 409B 3 1
below the level of the bowl to protect it from 36½ T-18489-H 40 409B 3 1
40½ T-18489-J 40 409B 4
overheating while the lining is being dried. 43½ T-18489-K 40 409B 4 1
46 T-18489-L 42 or 151 409B 4 1
A liberal supply of lubricant is furnished by 48½ T-18489-M 42 or 151 460 4 1
grease pockets with Alemite fittings, assuring 51 T-18489-N 42 or 151 460 5
easy operation at all times, and long life. 55 T-18489-P 42 or 151 460 5
58 T-18489-R 42 or 151 460 5 1
62 T-18489-S ** 507# 1 5
66 T-18489-T ** 507# 1 6
72 T-18489-V ** 507# 1 6
79 T-18489-W ** 507# 1 7
86 T-18489-X ** 507# 1 8
† Available from Joseph Dixon Crucible Co., Jersey City, N.J.
# For these ladles there are other stopper designs to meet customer’s requirements.
** To customer’s requirements.

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 BOTTOM-
TAP
RIG

5-POSITION
With the new Whiting 5-Position Bottom-Tap Rig you
can pour from any one of five different positions.
Here’s how this remarkable simple rig works; Gear case (A) and operating arm (B) swing
This equipment allows:
a full 180° (C) around the lifting shaft; concealed gear sector in gear case raises and
• Narrower pouring aisles lowers slotted shaft (E) which, in turn, raises or lowers the stopper rod. Ibis revolving
• Efficient use of pouring areas mechanism may be locked in any one of five positions by dropping dog (D) into locking
slots. Thus, the operator may stand in any one of five different positions and tap the
• Faster, easier, safer pouring
ladle.
Operation is illustrated in the photograph at the Using the Whiting 5-Position Botton-Tap Rig, operator nay tap the same ladle as
left. All parts are built of welded steel or malleable easily from a position perpendicular to ladle (see photo, below) as he can from extreme
iron. The rig is quickly attached, detached or dis- right or left sides (see photo at right).
mantled.
Operation is simple and actual count shows there
are fewer parts in the Whiting 5-Position Rig than in
the usual rig. All parts are protected … no gears or
shafts are open … no metal can spill on operating
parts. Rig is built in three different sizes to fit all
standard ladles from 26” to 86”, top diameter.

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 E-Z POUR
OUTSIDE
TEAPOT
SPOUT
LADLES

SEE NOTE
with V- and Square Bails and
Antifriction Trunnion Bearings.
All Whiting Outside Teapot Spout Ladles are A F
provided with a heavy structural fabricated all
H
welded spout with air space between the spout
and ladle bowl. Spout is split horizontally and
vertically to ease lining repair and replacement B
and is held in place with key bolts.
The bowls have a welded vertical seam and a G
C
flanged head bottom riveted to the shell with flat-
tened heads formed on the inside to ease lining
D K
operation. Refractory retaining top angles and a E L
reinforcing band welded to the shell outside are
included with all teapot spout ladles.
Trunnions are machined steel shafts pressed SPECIFICATIONS
and welded into a large steel base and are Top Pl. Thick Ladle Capacity Lining Top Capacity Lining Top
provided with antifriction type trunnion bearings Dia. Sides Bot. Gearing (Iron) Sides Bot. Allow. (Steel) Sides Bot. Allow.
for smooth, easy operation. 26 ¼ ¼ 32-40* 1707 2 2 2 1096 3½ 3½ 4
29 ¼ ¼ 32-40* 2475 2 2 2½ 1690 3½ 3½ 4½
Ladle sizes up to and including 46” are provided 32 ¼ ¼ L- 992† 3001 2¾ 2¾ 2½ 2233 4 4 4½
5
34½ ¼ /16 L- 992† 3831 2¾ 2¾ 3 2974 4 4 5
with forged V-bail, 48½”and larger have square 36½ ¼
5
/16 L- 992† 4164 3½ 3½ 3 3720 4 4 5
bails. 40½
5
/16 5
/16 L- 992† 6157 3½ 3½ 3 4904 4¾ 4¾ 5
3 3
43½ /8 /8 L-1016† 7317 4 4 3 6471 4¾ 4¾ 5
3 3
46 /8 /8 L-1016† 8826 4 4 4 7883 4¾ 4¾ 6
3 3
48½‡ /8 /8 L-1016† 10646 4 4 4 8959 5¼ 5¼ 6
3
51 ‡ ½ /8 L-1016† 11584 4¾ 4¾ 4 10829 5¼ 5¼ 6
3
55 ‡ ½ /8 L-1040† 14920 4¾ 4¾ 5 14440 5¼ 5¼ 6
7
58 ‡ ½ /16 L-1040† 18263 4¾ 4¾ 5 17771 5¼ 5¼ 6

A B C D E F G H K L
1 7 5
26 26 22¾ 18 50 /8 41 /8 12¾ 54 /8 24 39½
3
29 29 25½ 19 /8 527/8 44¾ 14¼ 59 25½ 42½
32 32 28 21¾ 60½ 50 15¾ 65¾ 27 45½
7 5
34½ 34½ 30¼ 22 /8 62 /8 52 17 69 29¼ 48¾
36½ 36½ 32 24¾ 665/8 3
55 /8 18
3
73 /8 30 50¾
40½ 40½ 35½ 26¾ 70½ 57¾ 19¼ 77 34 56¾
43½ 43½ 38 28½ 74 60¾ 21 81¾ 35½ 59¾
46 46 40½ 29¾ 76½ 63¾ 22¼ 86 36¾ 62¼
7 7
48½ 48½ 42½ 32¼ 81 /8 76 24 100 42¾ 70 /8
3
51 51 44½ 34½ 84 /8 77 24¼ 103¼ 44½ 73
55 55 48 36¼ 90½ 83 27¼ 110¼ 46½ 75
1 3
58 58 51 37 /8 93 /8 84 28¼ 112¼ 48 77
* 26” Handwheel. † 36” Handwheel. ‡ Square Bail; all others V-Bail.
All dimensions approximate.

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 E-Z POUR
OUTSIDE
TEAPOT
SPOUT
LADLES

with V- and Square Bails

Self-Aligning Antifriction Bearings
A combination of fine structural features makes this
SEE NOTE
ladle an outstanding pouring device. The split sec-
tional spout permits relining with greater speed and
ease than is possible with other spout
arrangements. The spout can be relined many times
A F
to one relining of the bowl. Skull formations in the
spout can be quickly removed, and the top section H
repaired or replaced without disturbing the lower
sections. This avoids the necessity of replacing the
entire spout due to wear in the top portion. B
The ladle itself is of all-welded construction, with
high strength, low weight, horizontal reinforcing. The G
trunnions are air-cooled, and incorporate self- C
aligning antifriction bearings sealed against dirt and
shot. Gear brackets are supplied with all of these D K
E L
ladles.

Pour-Rite Trunnion Construction SPECIFICATIONS

Top Pl. Thick Ladle Capacity Lining Top Capacity Lining Top
This cross section Dia. Sides Bot. Gearing (Iron) Sides Bot. Allow. (Steel) Sides Bot. Allow.
throug h the t run ni ons of 5 5
26 /16 /16 L-1010* 1707 2 2 2 1096 3½ 3½ 4
a Pour-Ri te Ladle s hows 5 5
29 /16 /16 L-1010* 2475 2 2 2½ 1690 3½ 3½ 4½
t h e c i r c u l a t i o n o f c o ol - 5 5
32 /16 /16 L- 992† 3001 2¾ 2¾ 2½ 2233 4 4 4½
ing air that prevents 36 5
/16 3
/8 L- 992† 4512 2¾ 2¾ 3 3515 4 4 5
direct heat transfer to 40
3
/8 3
/8 L- 992† 5825 3½ 3½ 3 4656 4¾ 4¾ 5
the trunnion shanks. 44 3
/8 3
/8 L-1016† 8222 3½ 3½ 3 6779 4¾ 4¾ 5
As shown in the dia- 48‡ 3
/8 ½ L-1016† 10931 4 4 4 8588 4¾ 4¾ 6
gram, the end of the
trunnion shafts are
separated from the A B C D E F G H K L
ladle bowl by the 26 26 22¾ 17¾ 50 41½ 12¾ 54¼ 23¼ 39¼
channel-shaped 3
29 29 25½ 19 /8 53 44½ 14 58½ 26 43
m o u n t i n g . T h i s f e a- 32 32 28 21½ 60 49¼ 16 65¼ 28 46¾
ture assures longer, 36 36 31½
5
23 /8 64¼ 54¼
5
17 /8
7
71 /8 31½ 53
trouble-free operation of the trunnions. 40 40 35
5
25 /8 68¼ 56½
5
19 /8
1
76 /8 32¾ 55¾
1 5 3
44 44 38½ 27¾ 72¾ 60½ 22 /8 82 /8 37 61 /8
48 48 42 30¾ 787/8 66¾ 23¾ 90½ 40½ 665/8
48‡ 48 42 30¾ 787/8 76½ 23¾ 100¼ 40½ 665/8
* 26” Handwheel. † 36” Handwheel. ‡ Square Bail; all others V-Bail.
All dimensions approximate.

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 E-Z POUR
CYLINDRICAL
LADLES

V-Bail with Hand Lever Tilt

This cylindrical ladle is fitted with a hinged cover
and teapot spout. It is designed to keep the metal
hotter and provide cleaner slag-free metal for
pouring.
The bowl is fabricated from heavy steel plate,
welded throughout with the exception of one end.
This end is bolted in place to permit quick removal
for lining operations. Both ends are reinforced with
welded steel ribs, and four steel feet are welded to
the underside of the bowl. The rectangular
section, forged steel V-Bail permits handling either
by crane or overhead hoist. The tipping
mechanism is a simple hand lever requiring very
little effort for pouring.

F H J

C K
A
B

D L
E M

SPECIFICATIONS
Shell
Inside Dimen. Pl. Thick. Capacity Lining Capacity Lining
Dia. Length Shell Ends (Iron) Shell Ends (Steel) Shell Ends
19 16 ¼ ¼ 268 3 3 216 3½ 3½
22 19 ¼ ¼ 529 3 3 450 3½ 3½
24½ 21½ ¼ ¼ 772 3¼ 3¼ 675 3¾ 3¾
5
25½ 25½ /16 ¼ 1088 3¼ 3¼ 894 4 4

A B C D E F G H J K L M
19 16 20¾ 13½ 377/8 24 12 36 40 22¾ 13 24¾
22 19 24¾ 14 387/8 26½ 131/8 395/8 42 26¾ 13 25½
24½ 21½ 267/8 15½ 427/8 26½ 143/8 407/8 45 287/8 14 27½
25½ 25½ 28 18¼ 471/8 33¾ 15¾ 49½ 60 30 15 29
All dimensions approximate.
Capacity based on 85% of volume occupied by metal.

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 U-TYPE
LADLES

POURING
LADLES
U-Type
with E-Z Pour Gearing
Sleeve Trunnion Bearing N N
This type of ladle can be furnished HF
with either a V-bail as shown or a
square bail. The Pour-Rite Gear
Bracket can alternately be C K
furnished up to the 17” radius by B A
35” long size. The cover is of the G
fixed type with an opening for
receiving metal.
D L
These ladles are readily adapt- E M
able to pouring molds with varying
sprue hole locations and have a
SPECIFICATIONS
Shell
minimum included angle of tilt Inside Dimen. Pl. Thick. Gear Capacity Lining Top Capacity Lining Top
from full to empty. They are fab- Rad. Length Shell Ends Bracket (Iron) Shell Ends Allowance (Steel) Shell Ends Allowance
3 3
ricated from heavy steel plate with 10 22 /16 /16 L-1010-A 506 3 3 3 442 3½ 3½ 3
13 26 ¼ ¼ L-1010-A 984 3½ 3½ 3 892 4 4 3
reinforcements and are of welded 14 28 ¼ ¼ L-1010-A 1494 3½ 3½ 3½ 1380 4 4 3½
construction. The trunnions are 16 31 ¼ ¼ L-1010-A 2025 4 4 4 1892 4½ 4½ 4
machined steel pressed and 16 34 ¼ ¼ L-1010-A 2586 4 4 4 2440 4½ 4½ 4
welded into a steel base plate, 17 35 ¼ ¼ L- 992-A 3040 4 4 4 2880 4½ 4½ 4
3 3
19½ 39 /8 /8 L- 992-A 4020 4½ 4½ 5 3850 5 5 5
bolted to the shell. 20 41
3
/8 3
/8 L- 992-A 4995 4½ 4½ 5 4800 5 5 5
22 44 ½ ½ L-1016-G 6145 5 5 5 5950 5½ 5½ 5
The cover being fixed but re- 23 46 ½ ½ L-1016-G 7132 5 5 5 6934 5½ 5½ 5
movable allows for great ease in 24 48 ½ ½ L-1016-G 8044 5 5 5 7850 5½ 5½ 5
the relining process. Patching an
existing lining is readily done as Ladle
required. Size In. A B C D E F G H K L M N
3 1 1 5 7
10 x 22 10 22 17 /8 17 47 27 10 /8 37 /8 19 /8 19¾ 33 /8 8
3
13 x 26 13 26 20½ 19¼ 51 ¼ 34½ 12 42½ 22¾ 26 /8 43½ 8
14 x 28 14 28 23½ 20¾ 53 ¼ 38 14 52 26¾ 29¾ 47½ 8
3 5 1 3
16 x 31 16 31 26½ 22 /8 56 ¼ 40½ 15 /8 56 /8 29¾ 33 /8 53½ 10
7 3 3 3
16 x 34 16 34 28½ 23 /8 59 ¼ 44 16 /8 60 /8 31¾ 33 /8 53½ 10
3
17 x 35 17 35 29½ 25½ 66 /8 46½ 17 63½ 32¾ 35¾ 57 10
1 5 5 5
19½ x 39 19½ 39 32¼ 28 /8 70 /8 50 /8 18 /8 69 ¼ 36½ 41½ 65¾ 10
20 x 41 20 41 34¾ 291/8 725/8 52¾ 197/8 5
72 /8 39 44 68¾ 12
22 x 44 22 44 37 31½ 785/8 57¼ 213/8 785/8 41¼ 46½ 73½ 12
5
23 x 46 23 46 38 32 /8 805/8 591/8 22 811/8 42¼ 49½ 77½ 12
24 x 48 24 48 38½ 34 831/8 60¾ 223/8 831/8 42¾ 51½ 80½ 12

26-A
 TAPER SIDE LADLES – LINING WEIGHTS
Ladle lining practice varies throughout the industry. Due to special heats, temperature requirements, casting size, etc., heavier or
thinner linings are often used in the same size ladle. The approximate weights of various linings as installed for standard ladles
are tabled below for your convenience. These weights are based on a refractory density of 138 lbs./cu. ft. If the refractory actually
employed has a substantially different density, simply divide by 138 and multiply by the actual density in lbs./cu. ft. In furnishing
linings, it is necessary to add an allowance for breakage or loss during installation. All Whiting ladle are furnished unlined.

Bowl Size LINING WEIGHT IN POUNDS

Top Dia. Bottom
& Depth Dia. 1½ 2 2¾ 3½ 4 4¾ 5¼ 6 7¼ 8 9¼
20½ 18 158 202 261 311
21½ 19 176 225 292 349
23 20 200 257 334 402
24 21 220 283 369 444
26 22¾ 261 336 440 532 588
27½ 24 293 378 496 602 666
29 25½ 329 426 560 681 755
32 28 402 522 690 843 937 1067
34½ 30¼ 471 613 812 995 1109 1267
36 31½ 669 887 1090 1215 1391 1500
36½ 32 689 915 1124 1255 1437 1550
40 35 833 1110 1368 1530 1758 1901
40½ 35½ 856 1141 1407 1574 1809 1957
43½ 38 1324 1636 1833 2112 2287 2535
44 38½ 1358 1678 1881 2168 2349 2605
46 40½ 1498 1854 2079 2400 2603 2891
48 42 1630 2020 2268 2621 2845 3163
48½ 42½ 1668 2067 2321 2684 2913 3240
51 44½ 2292 2576 2982 3241 3609 4176
52 45½ 2393 2391 3117 3388 3775 4372
55 48 2689 3026 3510 3819 4262 4948
56 49 2799 3150 3656 3979 4442 5161
58 51 3024 3406 3956 4308 4814 5601
61 53½ 3782 4398 4792 5362 6251 6749
62 54 3894 4529 4937 5525 6445 6961
66 58 4472 5208 5682 6368 7445 8053
72 63½ 6279 6858 7699 9027 9782 10970
79* 70 7081 7740 8700 10223 11092 12467
86* 77 7949 8695 9784 11518 12510 14087
*NOTE: 79” & 86” ladles are 72” deep.

CYLINDRICAL LADLES
Bowl Size LINING WEIGHT IN POUNDS
Top Dia. Bottom
& Depth Dia. 2½ 2¾ 3 3¼ 3½ 3¾ 4 4¼ 4½ 4¾ 5
16 16 173 184 194 203 211 218 225
17 19 218 232 246 258 269 279 288
19 16 227 242 256 269 281 292 301
19 21 298 316 333 349 363 377 389
21 23 372 396 418 439 459 477 494
22 19 346 368 388 407 425 441 456
23½ 26 516 547 576 603 629 653
24½ 21½ 476 504 531 555 578 600
24½ 28 581 617 650 682 712 741 767
25½ 25½ 575 609 642 674 703 731 758
25½ 30 651 691 729 766 800 833 864
26½ 30 688 731 772 811 848 884 917 949
28 32 784 834 881 927 971 1012 1052 1090
28 33 802 854 903 950 995 1038 1079 1117
28 38 896 955 1010 1064 1115 1164 1211 1270
31 40 1149 1218 1284 1348 1410 1469 1526
34 42 1360 1444 1525 1602 1678 1750 1820 1888
37 45 1616 1718 1816 1911 2003 9092 2178 2262

26-B
 POUR-
RITE
CYLINDRICAL
LADLES

Square Bail with Hand Lever Tilt

Antifriction Bearing Trunnions
Designed for maximum ease of operation under severe
service conditions, these ladles offer many advantages
SPOUT
to the foundry operator. Lining—frequently a difficult
operation—is greatly simplified. The cover and one end
plate are easily removed to provide ready access for F
lining installation, or the sliding cover may be removed HJ
and lining installed through the opening in the top.
A CK
Tilting is done by means of a vertical hand lever which B G
is locked to the bail when not in use, to prevent
accidental spilling. D L
E M
The shell is constructed of heavy steel plate, welded
for lasting strength. Provisions for baffle plates are made
in both ends. The plates serve to form an air gap
between the lining and the trunnion end plates, insulating
the trunnions from excessive heat and distortion. Ladles

SPECIFICATIONS
are furnished with baffle plates unless otherwise
specified. Shell
Inside Dimen. Pl. Thick. Capacity Lining Capacity Lining
Dia. Length Shell Ends (Iron) Shell Ends (Steel) Shell Ends
Trunnion bearings are of the antifriction type, and are 16 16 ¼ ¼ 183 2¾ 2¾ 142 3¼ 3¼
17 19 ¼ ¼ 283 2¾ 2¾ 219 3¼ 3¼
fully sealed so that shot and dirt cannot cause binding. 19 21 ¼ ¼ 403 3 3 320 3½ 3½
5
21 23 ¼ /16 607 3 3 523 3½ 3½
The bail may be adapted to a ladle handler, or furnished 23½ 26
5
/16
5
/16 894 3¼ 3¼ 790 3¾ 3¾
with a bail attachment eye for use with chain hoist or
A B C D E F G H J K L M
crane hook. 16 16
1
15 /8 13½ 28 15¾
1
10 /8
7
25 /8
3
26 /8
1
18 /8 12 22
17 19 161/8 14½ 31 16¾ 105/8 273/8 27 191/8 12¾ 23
19 21 175/8 15½ 33
1
18 /8 115/8 29¾ 29½ 205/8 14 25¼
21 23 195/8 17 357/8 19¾ 125/8 323/8 35 225/8 16½ 29
23½ 26 21¾ 18½ 387/8 21 14 35 37½ 24¾ 17 31
Cylindrical Ladle Capacities are based on the depth of the metal equal to 85% of the Inside Diameter of the Lining.
All dimensions approximate.

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 E-Z POUR
CYLINDRICAL
LADLES

V-Bail with Gear Bracket Tilt

Welded construction is used for these larger size
cylindrical ladles. The bowl is made of heavy, rolled steel
plate, with reinforcing webs welded to each end. Lining is
simplified by providing ample access through the top of
the shell. The side-shifting cover is easily removed for F
lining.
H
The forged steel V-Bail is adaptable to either crane or
overhead hoist. Four steel feet are welded to the
K
underside of the bowl. E-Z POUR Gear Brackets are C
G A
B
used on this type ladle for greater pouring ease and
operating safety. D L
E M

SPECIFICATIONS
Shell
Inside Dimen. Pl. Thick. Gear Capacity Lining Capacity Lining
Dia. Length (Iron) Ends Bracket (Iron) Shell Ends (Steel) Shell Ends
5
25½ 30 /16 ¼ L-1010 1250 3½ 3½ 1124 4 4
5
28 33 /16 ¼ L-1010 1821 3½ 3½ 1554 4¼ 4¼
5
28 38 /16 ¼ L-1010 2035 3¾ 3¾ 1870 4¼ 4¼
5 5
31 40 /16 /16 L-1010 2693 4 4 2503 4½ 4½
5 5
34 42 /16 /16 L-1010 3461 4¼ 4¼ 3255 4¾ 4¾
3 3
37 45 /8 /8 L- 992 4483 4½ 4½ 4258 5 5

A B C D E F G H K L M
25½ 30 217/8 21 55½ 36 131/8 491/8 237/8 19 36
28 33 22½ 22 58 39¾ 14½ 54¼ 24½ 21½ 38½
3 3 1 3
28 38 24 /8 25½ 63 33¾ 14 /8 48 /8 26 /8 20¾ 37¾
31 40 27½ 27½ 67 47½ 16½ 64 29½ 23 43
34 42 29½ 28 69 47½ 18 65½ 31½ 25 46
37 45 32¾ 30¾ 77 49¼ 19¾ 69 34½ 27½ 49½
Capacity based on 85% of volume occupied by metal.
All dimensions approximate.

28
 POUR-
RITE
CYLINDRICAL
LADLES

POURING LADLES
Cylindrical
with Junior Gearing L-1033
Antifriction Bearing Trunnions
This easy-to-operate ladle is designed for the most
severe foundry service. Lining, usually a difficult
SPOUT
operation, is greatly simplified. There is ample room
for lining through the top of the shell or through the F
end with the removal of one trunnion end plate. The 7
3 /16”

side shifting cover is easily removed for lining. H

A

The cylindrical shell is rigidly reinforced and in- CK

5”
B G
cludes provision for baffle plates in the ends. These
baffle plates serve to prevent trunnion distortion by D L
forming an air gap between the lining and the trun- E M
nion end plate. Ladles are furnished with baffles un-
less otherwise specified.

Trunnion bearings are of the antifriction type,

sealed against shot and dirt. The square bail may be SPECIFICATIONS
adapted to a ladle handler or furnished with a bail Shell
Inside Dimen. Pl. Thick. Gear Capacity Lining Capacity Lining
Dia. Length (Iron) Ends Bracket (Iron) Shell Ends (Steel) Shell Ends
eye attachment for use with a chain hoist or crane 5
21 23 ¼ /16 L-1033 607 3 3 523 3½ 3½
5 5
hook. 23½ 26 /16 /16 L-1033 894 3¼ 3¼ 790 3¾ 3¾
5 5
24½ 28 /16 /16 L-1033 1107 3¼ 3¼ 909 4 4
5 5
26½ 30 /16 /16 L-1033 1387 3½ 3½ 1256 4 4
5 5
28 32 /16 /16 L-1033 1752 3½ 3½ 1492 4¼ 4¼

A B C D E F G H K L M
21 23 195/8 173/8 47¼ 19¾ 125/8 323/8 215/8 16½ 29
23½ 26 21¾ 18½ 49¼ 21 14 35 23¾ 17 31
24½ 28 22¾ 20 52¼ 22 14½ 36½ 24¾ 18 32½
26½ 30 24¼ 213/8 54¼ 24 15½ 39½ 26¼ 20 36
3
28 32 25¾ 22 /8 56¼ 26¼ 16¼ 42½ 27¾ 22 39
Cylindrical Ladle Capacities are based on the depth of the metal equal to 85% of the Inside Diameter of the Lining.
All dimensions approximate.

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 WHITING
U-LADLES

Typical Whiting Ladles for mixing and

desulphurizing. Ladle at left has a motor-
operated gear bracket with removable
emergency handwheel.
for Mixing and Desulphurizing
H J
The U-Ladle is especially designed for economically
refining and mixing cupola metal. Besides affording L
C M
more effective treatment with soda ash (Purite), U- N
Ladles have the additional advantages of moderate K
temperature loss and greater fluidity; they require
D A
minimum headroom. F
The U-shaped shell is constructed of heavy steel E
plate, with welded seams. The spout is a rectangular G B
section, teapot type, with the front removable for
greater lining convenience. At the back of the shell is a
spout for removing spent slag. The cover is built of SPOUT WHEELBASE
heavy steel plate, with steel pick-up ioops.
Steel shafts, pressed in, welded and pinned to A B C D
structural steel bases, form the trunnions. The bases
are bolted to the ends of the shell. Trunnion bearings
are plain cast iron or bronzetushed and provided with STANDARD SPOUT ARRANGEMENTS
grease cups.
WHITING U-LADLES – IRON CAPACITY IN POUNDS
The shell is mounted on two heavy section stan- Capacities based on 411# per cu. ft. or .238# per cu. in.
dards, arranged for bolting to foundation or truck. (Figures in bold indicate lining customarily used)
Lining 13½ 14½ 16 18 19¼ 20 20 20 22½ 25 27 34½ 34 ½
Thickness x46 x50 x54 x64 x67½ x74 x80 x90 x90 x96 x90 x101 x110
4” 2314 3560
5” 1856 2939 4692
6” 1460 2392 3934 6258 7742 9302 10202 11702
7” 1123 1913 3258 5332 6630 8248 8998 10246 14703 19700 25039
8” 840 1500 2659 4496 5714 6982 7702 8906 13028 17677 22667 39360 43528
9” 1146 2133 3746 4841 5975 6611 7678 11477 15791 20442 36218 40145
10” 1675 3079 4056 5062 5620 6557 10044 14036 18358 33243 36937
11” 2488 3355 4238 4724 5538 8727 12405 16412 30431 33895
12” 2732 4198 3918 4618 7519 10897 14599 27724 31024
15” 4510 7062 9913 20723 23349
18” 14931 16999

Wheel- Gear
A B C D E F G H J K L M N Gauge
Base Bracket
7
13½ 46 30½ 25¾ 27 51 10 /8 58 13½ 6¾ 18 ½ 6¼ 21 24 79 L-1010
14½ 50 32¾ 29¼ 27 54 97/8 62 13½ 6¾ 18 ½ 6¼ 21 24 83 L-1010
1 3 1 3 1
16 54 36 33½ 35 ¾ 65 13½ 68 /8 18 /8 6¾ 23 /8 7 /8 24 36 89 /8 L- 992
1
18 64 40 35½ 35 ¾ 67 11¾ 78 /8 183/8 6¾ 1
23 /8 73/8 24 36
1
99 /8 L- 992
5 3 1 3 5
19¼ 67 ½ 43¼ 36¾ 35 ¾ 69 10¾ 81 /8 18 /8 6¾ 23 /8 7 /8 24 36 102 /8 L- 992
20 74 44 37½ 35 ¾ 69 9¼ 895/8 183/8 6¾ 231/8 73/8 24 36 1095/8 L-1016
20 80 44 37½ 35 ¾ 69 9¼ 955/8 183/8 6¾ 231/8 73/8 24 36 1155/8 L-1016
5 3 1 3 5
20 90 44 37½ 35 ¾ 69 9¼ 105 /8 18 /8 6¾ 23 /8 7 /8 24 36 125 /8 L-1016
5 3 1 5
22½ 90 50 42 35 ¾ 72 7¾ 105 /8 18 /8 6½ 24 8 /8 24 36 126 /8 L-1016
25 96 55 44½ 35 ¾ 74 5¼ 1115/8 183/8 6½ 24 81/8 24 36 1355/8 L-1016
5 3 1 5
27 90 58 51½ 42 86 14 105 /8 18 /8 6½ 24 8 /8 24 36 105 /8 L-1016
1 5 5
34½ 101 73½ 57½ 51 /8 90½ 13½ 118 /8 20½ 7¾ 31 /8 9¼ 24 36 118½ L-1040
1 5
34½ 110 73½ 57½ 51 /8 90½ 13½ 127 /8 20½ 7¾ 315/8 9¼ 24 36 127½ L-1040

30
 PLUNGING
AND
INOCULATING
LADLES

A
The production of ductile iron requires ladle dimensions
to contain the process and recover a maximum
percentage of magnesium. With this thought in mind
Whiting Engineers have designed a complete new line of
ladles to meet these requirements. These ladles have a
C
high depth-to-diameter ratio and trunnion location has
been carefully calculated to permit easy pour off of the
moLten metal. B

Bowls are of all welded construction and fabricated

D
from heavy steel plate to contain the reaction. A forged
V-Bail and trunnion band assembly are provided with E
self-aligning antifriction type trunnion bearings. Bowls
can be removed from band assembly for relining and can
be interchanged with spare bowls of the same size. SPECIFICATIONS
Gear
Capacity A B C D E
Bracket
Plunging hoods with rods can be furnished if desired. 500 22 34 10 3 3 L-1010
100 22½ 40½ 14 3 4 L-1010
1500 24 43 14 3 4 L-1010
2000 25 48 14 3 4 L- 992
2500 26½ 50 14 3 4 L- 992
3000 28 52 15 3 4 L- 992
3500 32 52 15 4 4½ L- 992
4000 32 58 16 4 5 L- 992
4500 34 60 16½ 4½ 5 L- 992
5000 36 62 17½ 5 5 L- 992
6000 39 62 17½ 5 5 L-1016
7000 39 68 18 5 5 L-1016
All dimensions approximate.

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 TAPER SIDE LADLES – Steel Capacity
Ladle lining practice varies throughout the industry and due to special heats, temperature requirements, casting size, etc., heavier
or thinner linings are often used. Ladle capacity for other than standard lining thicknesses shown in this catalog are tabled below
for your convenience. The steel capacities shown are based on a molten density of .250 lbs. per cubic inch. All Whiting ladles are
furnished unlined.

Bowl Size Top CAPACITIES IN POUNDS (Bold face figures show lining ordinarily used)
Top Dia. Bottom Allow- Lin ing Thicknes s
& Depth Dia. ance 1½ 2 2¾ 3½ 4 4¾ 5¼ 6 7¼ 8 9¼
20½ 18 4 777 662 510 383 310 219
21½ 19 4 935 803 630 482 398 289
23 20 4 1176 1022 816 689 536 403
24 21 4 1381 1209 978 778 660 506
26 22¾ 4 1630 1346 1096 948 749
27½ 24 4½ 1950 1630 1346 1175 946 810
29 25½ 4½ 2388 2020 1690 1491 1221 1060
32 28 4½ 2917 2492 2233 1877 1661 1367
34½ 30¼ 5 3793 3287 2974 2542 2278 1915
36 31½ 5 4426 3863 3515 3031 2733 2322
36½ 32 5 4666 4082 3720 3217 2907 2478
40 35 5 5753 5297 4656 4258 3702 2882
40½ 35½ 5 6038 5566 4904 4491 3915 3063
43½ 38 5 7827 7265 6471 5974 5274 4228
44 38½ 5 8176 7597 6779 6266 5543 4460
46 40½ 6 9417 8783 7883 7318 6519 5315
48 42 6 10214 9217 8588 7697 6347 5614
48½ 42½ 6 10630 9606 8959 8042 6651 5895
51 44½ 6 12720 11562 10829 9786 8194 7323
52 45½ 6 13694 12477 11706 10607 8925 8002
55 48 6 16719 15326 14440 13173 11222 10145
56 49 6 17885 16428 15499 14170 12120 10586
58 51 6 20378 18787 17771 16324 14058 12805
61 53½ 7 22048 20920 19297 16775 15368 13193
62 54 7 23208 22040 20358 17741 16279 14015
66 58 7 29359 27991 26016 22926 21189 18484
72 63½ 8 39474 37808 35395 31596 29446 26075
79* 70 8 47249 44485 40114 37629 33712
86* 77 9 57161 54059 49138 46331 41888
*NOTE: 79” & 86” ladles are 72” deep. All other ladles have same depth as top diameter.

CYLINDRICAL LADLES – Steel Capacity

Bowl Size LINING WEIGHT IN POUNDS
Top Dia. Bottom
& Depth Dia. 2½ 2¾ 3 3¼ 3½ 3¾ 4 4¼ 4½ 4¾ 5
16 16 222 193 166 142 121 102 85
17 19 298 262 230 200 173 149
19 16 359 319 282 247 316 187 161
19 21 471 423 378 336 298 263 230
21 23 702 638 578 523 472 423 378
22 19 613 555 500 450 403 359 319
23½ 26 1023 939 850 790 721 657 597
24½ 21½ 963 885 810 741 674 613 355
24½ 28 1255 1163 1073 988 909 833 760
25½ 25½ 1236 1143 1056 972 894 819 749
25½ 30 1522 1415 1313 1216 1124 1036 953
26½ 30 1683 1570 1458 1356 1256 1162 1073 989
28 32 2100 1966 1840 1717 1602 1492 1396 1286
28 33 2180 2044 1913 1788 1668 1554 1445 1342
28 38 2584 2428 2280 2137 2001 1870 1746
31 40 3355 3173 2996 2828 2660 2503 2352
34 42 4479 4257 4044 3835 3635 3442 3255 3075
37 45 5977 5707 5446 5193 4947 4709 4479 4258
Based on 85% of volume occupied by metal.

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 TAPER SIDE LADLES – Iron Capacity
Ladle lining practice varies throughout the industry and due to special heats, temperature requirements, casting size, etc., heavier
or thinner linings are often used. Ladle capacity for other than standard lining thicknesses shown in this catalog are tabled below
for your convenience. The iron capacities shown are based on a molten density of .238 lbs. per cubic inch. All Whiting ladles are
furnished unlined.

Bowl Size Top CAPACITIES IN POUNDS (Bold face figures show lining ordinarily used)
Top Dia. Bottom Allow- Lin ing Thicknes s
& Depth Dia. ance 1½ 2 2¾ 3½ 4 4¾ 5¼ 6 7¼ 8 9¼
20½ 18 2 839 717 556 420
21½ 19 2 1001 863 681 525
23 20 2 1247 1087 873 687
24 21 2 1457 1279 1039 830
26 22¾ 2 1921 1707 1415 1156 1002
27½ 24 2½ 2273 2033 1705 1412 1236
29 25½ 2½ 2748 2475 2100 1763 1558
32 28 2½ 3815 3474 3001 2571 2307 1944
34½ 30¼ 3 4838 4439 3881 3370 3054 2616
36 31½ 3 5128 4512 3945 3594 3105 2804
36½ 32 3 5388 4751 4164 3799 3292 2978
40 35 3 7342 6555 5825 5368 4726 4326
40½ 35½ 3 7671 6861 6107 5635 4972 4558
43½ 38 3 8768 7878 7317 6525 6029 5330
44 38½ 3 9138 8222 7646 6830 6318 5597
46 40½ 4 10455 9456 8826 7931 7368 6571
48 42 4 12030 10931 10236 9246 8621 7735
48½ 42½ 4 12486 11359 10646 9629 8987 8076
51 44½ 4 13502 12700 11554 10828 9795 8214
52 45½ 4 14499 13657 12454 11691 10603 8935
55 48 5 17212 16270 14920 14061 12832 10939
56 49 5 18381 17397 15985 15085 13797 11809
58 51 5 20876 19804 18263 17280 15868 13682
61 53½ 5 23576 21842 20733 19137 16653 15267
62 54 5 24767 22974 21825 20172 17597 16157
66 58 5 31069 28980 27639 25702 22669 20963
72 63½ 6 38847 37219 34858 31139 29034 25730
79* 70 6 48372 46513 43810 39534 37102 33266
86* 77 7 58383 56301 53270 48458 45711 41361
*NOTE: 79” & 86” ladles are 72” deep. All other ladles have same depth as top diameter.

CYLINDRICAL LADLES – Iron Capacity

Bowl Size LINING WEIGHT IN POUNDS
Top Dia. Bottom
& Depth Dia. 2½ 2¾ 3 3¼ 3½ 3¾ 4 4¼ 4½ 4¾ 5
16 16 211 183 158 135 115 98 82
17 19 320 283 250 219 191 165 142
19 16 342 303 268 235 205 178 153
19 21 449 403 360 320 283 250 219
21 23 667 607 550 498 449 403 360
22 19 583 528 476 428 384 342 304
23½ 26 973 894 809 753 686 625
24½ 21½ 842 772 705 642 583 528
24½ 28 1195 1107 1021 941 866 793 725
25½ 25½ 1177 1088 1004 925 851 780 713
25½ 30 1449 1347 1250 1157 1070 986 908
26½ 30 1602 1493 1387 1291 1196 1107 1021 940
28 32 1999 1871 1752 1635 1525 1420 1319 1224
28 33 2076 1945 1821 1702 1588 1479 1376 1278
28 38 2459 2312 2170 2036 1905 1780 1662
31 40 3194 3020 2852 2693 2532 2383 2239
34 42 4264 4054 3850 3651 3461 3277 3099 2927
37 45 5690 5435 5185 4944 4709 4483 4264 4054
Based on 85% of volume occupied by metal.

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 WHITING
LADLE
PREHEATERS

Swivel Type for Taper Side Ladles

Proper drying and preheating of ladle linings can have
as much effect on casting quality as any other foundry
operation. Recognizing a need for this type of
equipment, Whiting has designed a line of pre-heaters
for use with taper side ladles. It provides uniform,
A E
controlled, efficient heating and drying of the ladle
linings combined with ease of operation and safety.

The equipment consists of a swing-type mast with a

supporting base for floor mounting, I-beam pivoting B B
D
extension arm with a structural fabricated conical ladle C
cover with anchors for refractories. The pivoting arm C
with cover and burner can be rotated through an arc of
approximately 1800 and accurately positioned over a
ladle.
BLOWER TYPE INSPIRATOR TYPE
The burner system includes low pressure burners
for gas or oil, fuel and air valves. Combustion air can
be supplied by a turbo blower with totally enclosed fan
cooled motor or compressed plant air through an
inspirator.
SPECIFICATIONS
NOTE: When ordering, please specify the type of Size Model Ladle Sizes Fuel Type A B C D E
GB 29” to 36½” Gas Blower
heater (blower or inspirator), fuel available, electrical #1 OB inclusive Oil Blower 90½ 36½ 45 73¾ 80
GI Gas Inspirator
characteristic and altitude (if over 500 feet) above sea GB 40½” to 46” Gas Blower
#2 OB inclusive Oil Blower 101 46 55 83¾ 91½
level. GI Gas Inspirator
GB 48½” to 58” Gas Blower
#3 OB inclusive Oil Blower 115½ 58 74 105 109
GI Gas Inspirator
GB 62” to 72” Gas Blower
#4 OB inclusive Oil Blower 133 72 84 122¾ 127½
GI Gas Inspirator
GB 79” to 86” Gas Blower
3
#5 OB inclusive Oil Blower 148 86 98 139 /8 148
GI Gas Inspirator

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 HOT
METAL
TRANSFER
SYSTEMS

Hot metal carrier with motor operated 2500 lb. capacity covered
cylindrical transfer ladle pours into 375 lb. capacity pouring ladle.

Whiting builds ladles of all sizes, Shapes and

capacities for use with overhead cranes, hot metal
carriers, transfer cars and lift trucks. Our ladles are
designed to deliver metal with a minimum loss of
temperature and our hot metal handling systems
save on labor.

We have ladles with special bails for low

headroom, ladles with long, short or multiple spouts
for accurate pouring plus hydraulically operated
nose tilt ladles. Whiting also offers hot metal 3000 lb. capacity motor operated treatment ladle for production of
ductile iron mounted on a scale and transfer car.
weighing systems and alloy additive systems. Our
experienced ladle engineers will be glad to assist
you in selecting the best hot metal transfer system
suited to your needs.

Cylindrical ladle mounted on a hot metal carrier receives high

temperature iron from cupola forehearth.

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 LADLE
POURING
STANDS

20-ton capacity ladle in hydrau-

lically operated tilt stand with
nose tilt.
Whiting Corporation can provide ladle stands to
meet your holding or pouring requirements. We
have open top stands for holding and bull ladles for
pouring molten metal into smaller pouring ladles.
Hydraulically operated tilt stands have been
designed and furnished for ladles ranging from 1-30
tons and can be provided with a nose tilt feature for Structural fabricated open top
stands allow quick insertion
accurate pouring directly into the mold. Pouring and removal of transfer ladle.
stands can be provided with a manually operated
hydraulic control valve or with semi-automatic push
button controls. All Whiting ladle stands provide for
easy Insertion and removal of the ladle bowl and
securely hold the ladle in upright and pouring
positions.

Hydraulically operated nose tilt pouring ladles mounted on

electronic scales. Alloy additive bins are located above ladles and
automatically weigh and discharge additives into ladles.

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• Rail/Rapid Transit car progression and repair systems,
Maintenance Equipment turntables, washers, jacks

• Chemical Process Equipment including Swenson evaporators,

crystallizers, dryers

• Metallurgical Equipment complete melt shop equipment from

Electric arc furnaces to ladles

• Material Handling light to heavy duty cranes, roller,

Belt and telescopic conveyors

• Trackmobile® bi-modal transport system providing

an efficient and economical means
of switching railcars within industrial
plants and railroad terminals.

Whiting Equipment Canada Inc.

John Bartok
350 Alexander Street
Welland, Ontario, Canada L3B 2R3
Tel.: (+1) 905-732-7585 ext. 273
Fax: (+1) 905-732-2366
E-Mail: jbartok@whiting.ca
www.whiting.ca