FFABRICAABRICATION FTION FACILITIESACILITIESNorwalk Precast Molds Inc. is dedicated to serving the needs of the precast concrete industry.It is an old line company which has dependably served its customers since 1906.

To the above end, Norwalk maintains a progressive thinking engineering department which hasa three fold responsibility to its customers. It is continually seeking new and improved ideasand methods. It stands ready to advise and help solve problems. Lastly, its talents are readilyavailable to design and develop molds and other fabricated products.

Norwalk’s facilities include a modern fabrication shop which can promptly and expertlymanufacture molds and other products to meet customer requirements. An adequate materialinventory is maintained to further insure prompt attention to customers needs.

AIRSEAL MOLDSEquipped with air release to speed stripping time and increase production. Available inthree dome and base styles providing an attractive price spread.

Photo above shows standard dome airsealmold with optional end release. This featureis necessary, at additional cost, anytime a pickup device such as a lip or groove interfereswith normal stripping of the mold outer shell.

Photo below illustrates a Deluxe Type II airsealdome mold with standard mold features. Themold core is shown in the strip position.

StandardDeluxe Type II

AVAILABLE DOME STYLES

AIRSEAL BASE MOLDS

Upright Pour Base MoldInternal Base Mold also available.

Deluxe Type I

Inverted Pour Base Mold

Typical Airseal Base Mold

CONCRETE BOX MOLDSThe concrete box or grave liner is designed to replace the non-permanent woodenboxes previously used to inter human remains. It is functional, preventing sunkengraves, yet inexpensive. It is the other alternative for those looking for economyat the time of burial.

YOUTH AND OVERSIZE VAULT MOLDS

Oversize topseal vaultwith Deluxe Type II cover.

ASHURNMOLDS

LOUISIANA STYLE BURIAL CRYPT

Double Depth

Single Depth

DOUBLE DEPTH CRYPT MOLDS (CONVENTIONAL MOLDS)When grave space is limited, suggest Norwalk double crypts as an economical means ofmaximizing land utilization. Norwalk molds for manufacturing double crypts are availablein 3-piece or 4-piece sets and offer a choice of two different cover molds to match. Alsoincluded in the set is a mold for casting crypt divider slabs. In addition, provisions can bemade for drainage or ventilation openings.

Photo illustrates 3-piece double cryptmold with Deluxe Type I cover.

Photo illustrates 4-piece doublecrypt mold with Type I cover.

MONUMENT BASES

Available in 11 standard sizes orbuilt to your specifications.

CUSTOM VAULT MOLDSIf you don’t see the Vault Mold that youneed in this brochure, please submityour specifications to Norwalk for a moldquotation. Norwalk is an expert in the artof custom Vault Mold fabrication.

ACCESSORIES

HANDLE BENDERUsed for forming lifting hooks for vaultcovers or double crypt divider slabs.

VAULT PICK-UP BARUsed to handle and set concrete vaults.

VAULT MOLD TURNING BARRequired for turning outside mold shell.Vault is cast inverted.

VAULT TURNING AND LIFTING DEVICEUse with Hydra-StripTM molds.

THE HYDRA-STRIPTHE HYDRA-STRIP TMTM OPTIONOPTIONNorwalk’s HYDRA-STRIPTM Burial Vault Molds offer the very latest in automated vault production.Each mold incorporates the best of Norwalk’s many years of knowledge and experience as amanufacturer of the mold equipment for the precast industry.

AUTOMATIC TOPSEAL MOLDS - CONCRETE BOX MOLDS

DOUBLE DEPTH CRYPT MOLDS

Three Piece Double DepthCrypt Mold

Ring Mold Four PieceDouble Crypt

Easier OperationMore Rugged Construction

Four Piece Double Depth Crypt Mold

HYDRA-STRIPTM U.S. Patent 425,2293 • Canadian Patent 1136386

MAUSOLEUM CRMAUSOLEUM CRYPT MOLDSYPT MOLDSWhy buy mausoleum crypt section when you can make your own. Norwalk patentedHYDRA-STRIPTM mold design is a standard feature on mausoleum crypt molds and offer afast, easy, economical way to produce crypt sections.

Photo shows all mold equipment necessaryto manufacture mausoleum crypt sections.

Double wide mausoleumcrypt section with mold andcrypt lifting device.

HYDRA-STRIPTM U.S. Patent 425,2293 • Canadian Patent 1136386

COLUMBARIUM MOLDSDo you have small or unused sections of your mausoleum buildings or in your cemeterygrounds that cannot be used for full size burial? Columbarium molds offer flexibility ofdesign and ease of operation in the production of Columbarium units.

HYDRA-STRIPTM U.S. Patent 425,2293 • Canadian Patent 1136386

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Blockouts to shorten width.

SEPTIC TSEPTIC TANK MOLDSANK MOLDSNorwalk Hydra-StripTM Tank Mold equipment is custom built to manufacture tanks whichwill meet local specifications.

Prior to construction of any mold equipment, Norwalk recommends that you discuss tankrequirements with your local regulatory agency. After such discussion, our engineers willprovide you with drawings or other data necessary to get approval. Through this means,you can be assured of a locally accepted product, manufactured from a mold of highestquality with a minimum in labor costs.

NORWALK MANUFACTURES MOLDS FOR . . .

TWO PIECE TANKSThe most popular and versatile by far.Used throughout the U.S. and Canada.Permits incorporation of cast-in-tees,baffles, and compartment walls asan integral part of and labor savingfeature of this particular design. Thistank consists of two equal halvesjoined at the center.

HYDRA-STRIPTM U.S. Patent 425,2293 • Canadian Patent 1136386

ONE PIECE TANKSSome states require that the joint line ofa septic tank be above the liquid level.The one piece tank meets this require-ment. The tank consists of a box (tank)and cover.

ONE PIECE SEPTIC TANK MOLDS

Photo at left shows Hydra-StripTM operating mechanism.A hydraulic cylinder rotates two axles which in turnrotate cams on each end of the two axles. The cams thenraise four pistons which eject the tank from the moldcore. The hydraulic operation combined with the factthat all parts are linked mechanically, insures smooth,jam free, stripping of the mold.

Norwalk’s Hydra-StripTM Septic Tank Molds offer the very latest in automated septic tank production.Each mold incorporates the best of Norwalk’s many years of knowledge and experience both as aprecaster and as a manufacturer of mold equipment for the precast industry.

TWO PIECE SEPTIC TANK MOLDS

MOLD OPERATION

HYDRA-STRIPTM U.S. Patent 425,2293 • Canadian Patent 1136386

TANK MOLD WITHCOLLAPSING CORE

SEQUENCE OF OPERATIONThe following series of photos serve to illustrate the manner in which a typical mold is stripped.

Attach hydraulic pump. Unlatch corner locking device.

Lower all sides. Sides are spring loadedfor ease of operation.

Activate pump to eject casting.

Use tank turning device to remove bottomcasting from mold and turn it over.

Strip top access opening pans.

Use cable sling to remove top castingfrom the mold.

ELAPSED STRIPPING TIMEFOR EACH HALF OF TANK

- ABOUT 5 MINUTES!

SUPPLEMENTAL MOLDS AND ACCESSORIES

DISTRIBUTION BOX MOLDSAvailable in four standard sizes or built toyour specifications.

MOLD PANS AND PLUGS

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BOTTOM CASTING TURNING DEVICE

SLING EQUIPMENTObserve the unique pick-up arrangement whichpermits the hook to drop into the bar allowingfor maximum utilization of under hook height.Custom fit to your individual castings.

PRODUCTS FOR THE FPRODUCTS FOR THE FARMARMLooking for new products to manufacture? Then consider the expanding market for precastconcrete farm products. More farmers than ever recognize the quality and cost savingsassociated with precast farm products such as Cattle Guards and Feed Bunks. Be part of thisexciting new market with quality Norwalk molds.

CATTLE GUARD MOLDS

Norwalk Cattle Guard Molds feature Hydra-StripTM Release and the latest in mold technology. No moreturning the mold over and hoping that the casting strips out. The mold remains in place and the Hydra-StripTM Release mechanism ejects the Cattle Guard from the mold. The Cattle Guard can then be easilylifted from the mold and rotated into the upright position.

HYDRA-STRIPTM U.S. Patent 425,2293 • Canadian Patent 1136386

FEED BUNK MOLDSNorwalk Feed Bunk Molds are designed to reduce shop labor and speed up mold cycle time.Minimal handling of the molds is required. The mold upper core is removed; the outer moldjacket is opened; and the casting is stripped from the mold. The mold core remains in placeand only the Feed Bunk is moved.

CENTERLINE BUNKS

FENCELINE BUNKS

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WATER TROUGH MOLDS

PRODUCTS FOR THE UTILITIES INDUSTRIESPRODUCTS FOR THE UTILITIES INDUSTRIESEnvironmental and cost considerations have influenced many public and private utilities to make use of precast,underground structures to house cables, transformers, switching equipment, valves, and other items previouslyinstalled above ground. Capitalize on this growing market for underground structures as well as other utility companyproducts by incorporating Norwalk mold equipment and expertise into your production processes. Norwalk’s manyyears of experience in serving the utility industry as a manufacturer of molds for those products, enables us to provideyou with the equipment and knowledge to produce the best possible product. It has been our experience that themany vaults, boxes, and other precast items used by utility companies vary considerably from one company to thenext and from one local division to the next within the same company. It is therefore suggested that your local utilitycompany engineers be consulted about specifications prior to ordering mold equipment. Once the needs of your areaare determined, Norwalk can then offer its recommendations regarding the proper mold.

Submit specifications for a mold quotation.

UTILITY COMPANY MANHOLE MOLDS

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ELECTRIC COMPANY MOLDS

CABLE TRENCH MOLDS

PROPANE GAS TANK MOLDS GAS COMPANY MOLDS

Regulator Vault

Submit drawings for mold quote on other precast utility products not shown in this brochure.

TRANSFORMER PAD MOLDS

LIGHT POLEBASE MOLDS

Photo illustrates Headwall Mold withblockout to cast two different sizeheadwalls from the same mold.

CATCH BASIN MOLDS

Norwalk Catch Basin Molds are designed for maximum flexibilityand ease of operation. Most will cast Catch Basins of infinite heightand come equipped with collapsing inner cores and following palletsfor adjusting the Catch Basin height to grade.

HEADWALL MOLD

Precast items shown in this brochure are typical of those items used in various highwayconstruction projects. For exact specifications, consult your individual state departmentof transportation drawings.

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PAVED SHOULDER INLET MOLDS

PRECAST CONCRETE BASE FOR STEEL CATTLEGUARD

SMALL STOCK AND SPECIAL PRODUCT MOLDSSMALL STOCK AND SPECIAL PRODUCT MOLDS

Type II Step

HYDRA-STRIPTM U.S. Patent 425,2293 • Canadian Patent 1136386

STEP MOLDSNORWALK STEP MOLDS NOW FEATURE:

• Hydra-StripTM operation and other labor saving devices.

• Improved structural integrity.

• The ability to cast more than one step during one pour.

• Multiple combinations of steps from one mold to the other.

BUMPER BLOCK MOLDS

Individual or gang molds available

PATIO STONE MOLDS AIR CONDITIONERPAD MOLDS

Gang Molds

IndividualMolds

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PLANTER MOLDSSPLASH BLOCK MOLDS

Institutional

CHIMNEY CAP MOLDS TRASHRECEPTACLEMOLDS

Individual

BICYCLE PARKING BLOCK MOLDS

PICNIC TABLE MOLDS BENCH MOLDS

SHOP EQUIPMENT AND REPLACEMENT MOLD PSHOP EQUIPMENT AND REPLACEMENT MOLD PARARTSTS

Photo shows a Norwalk Concrete hopperbeing used to fill a mold. Note thepositive action shut-off and the convenienthandling hook. Norwalk Concrete Hoppersare offered in either twelve or fifteen cubicfeet capacities or can be custom fabricatedto suit your own shop requirements.

A manually operated wire brakefor use with wire reinforcing. Aconvenient and necessary time saverfor any precasting shop. Availablein 9’ or 11’ working lengths.

NORWALK CONCRETE HOPPERS

NORWALK WIRE BENDING BRAKES

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HYDRAULIC PUMP FOR HYDRA-STRIP MOLDS

REPLACEMENT PARTS

RIVETS

LEVER TAIL NUTS

ALIGNMENT PINS

THREADEDLOCKINGCLAMPS

HOLD DOWN CLAMPSBEST CLAMPS

JACK SCREWS &SCREW BLOCKS

PLATECLAMPS

CLAMPS FORTURNING DEVICES

TONGUE &GROOVE MATERIAL

Made to customerspecifications in 10’ lengths

1/4” Grip 1/2” Grip

10”

15”

AERAAERATION SYSTEM MOLDSTION SYSTEM MOLDSIncreased public concern with the environment and emphasis on clean water has created a market for new systemsto treat sewage other than the traditional septic tank. Norwalk was one of the pioneers in this field. Efficient andreliable mold equipment was developed many years ago to precast the various castings necessary for theconstruction of home and commercial sewage treatment plants. Featured in this brochure is mold equipmentdesigned for Norweco Inc. products.

FOR MULTI-HOME OR COMMERCIAL APPLICATIONS

Photos show Norweco ModulairTM mold componentsin different pouring configurations. The basic moldis designed to pour a bottom casting, a ring casting,and a top casting. The hopper casting mold andvarious accessory items are also shown. Each moldcomponent incorporates the latest mold technology.