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Chapter 0 - Introduction
Chapter 1 - Materials
How to Make IRC
Gary Overman's Charity Wax Recipes
Chapter 2 - Tools
Wax Injector
Vacuum Caster & De-bubbler
One Touch, variable heat gun
A Spin casting centrifuge.
A Reil Type Propane Burner.
A Tumble Mixer for Dry Components.
A Poor Man's Engraver Ball.
A Wax Warmer.
A Homemade Sand Muller.
Chapter 3 - RTV Molds
     Example 1: Split Mold
Chapter 3A - Alginate Molds
     Example 1: Clasping Hands
Chapter 4 - Plaster Molds
     Example 1: Fish Mold
Chapter 5 - Latex Molds
     Example 1: A Latex Glove Mold
Chapter 6 - Vinyl Molds
Chapter 7 - Silicone Caulk Molds
Last Update (9 APR 2007)
     Example 1: A Glove Mold
Chapter 8 - Slip Casting
Chapter 8A - Steam Casting
Chapter 9 - Misc. Notes
Chapter 10 - The Hall of Shame
Appendix A - Definitions
Appendix B - Suppliers
Appendix C - Credits
Appendix D - Resources
     Example 1: Casting & Mold FAQ
Appendix B - Suppliers

     Companies and individuals in this list are compiled alphabetically by name. In the event that the list gets on the large side I may break them down by type of materials they sell. If you or your company is not listed here and you would like to be included. Email me, Joe Hildreth to xavier at gtec.com with your information and I will gladly place you in this list.

 

Compleat Sculptor, Inc
Contact:   Marc Fields - marc@sculpt.com Description
Web Page:   http://www.sculpt.com/   We are the largest distributor of all thing sculptural, including but not limited to molding compounds, casting compounds, finishing tools & patinas. We represent Smooth-On, Polytek, Alumilite, Dow, Silicone's Inc, USG, & US Bronze, just to name a few. We also stock a line of vacuum chambers as well as all your other molding accessories. As a part of our service we have a free technical support department at your disposal , plus online tutorials.
Address:   90 Vandam Street
  NYC, NY 10013
Phone:   800-9-SCULPT
Fax:   
Freeman Mfg. & Supply Co.
Contact:   Matthew Turco - mturco@freemansupply.com Description
Web Page:   www.freemansupply.com   We have over two hours of instructional video material online for newbies and advanced moldmakers alike. From simple one-part silicone rubber molds to using clear mold rubber, from simple epoxy-fiberglass layups to more advanced laminate tooling, we are one of the largest free online resources.
Address:   1101 Moore Road
  Avon, OH 4011
Phone:   (440) 934-1902 x103
Fax:   (440) 934-7200
NEY Metals
Contact:   Ron Mayer - neymetals@erols.com Description
Web Page:   www.neymetals.com    We are a manufacturer of Tin, Lead, Zinc etc. anodes.
We will make customized shapes to fit many of your needs.
Address:   269 Freeman Street
  Brooklyn, New York 11222
Phone:   (718) 389-4900
Fax:   (718) 349-2313
Plating Technologies, Inc
Contact:   Bill Coffie - wscofpti@netscape.net Description
Web Page:    www.platingtechnologies.com   Supplier of specialty chemistry for electroplating of metals, circuit boards, and plastics.
Address:   11376 Chicago Road
  Warren, MI 48093-1148
Phone:   (586) 978-1825
Fax:   (586) 978-1809
PTE Distribution
Contact:   Brian McNamara - brian@ptedistribution.com Description
Web Page:   www.ptedistribution.com   In addition to experience, PTE Distribution has the largest variety of mold making silicones and casting urethanes on the market.  We also offer no minimum orders and same day shipments for fast delivery.  If your present distributor is unable to meet your supply demands (i.e. , silicone rubber , urethane,  moldmaking supplies, vacuum and pressure chambers.) or answer those difficult mold making questions we at PTE Distribution welcome your business.
Address:   7233 Adams
  Willowbrook, IL 60527
Phone:   (630) 920-0370
Fax:   (630) 920-9762