Reports on investigation to find causes of the high proportion of defects in castings produced by Thai foundry industry. Claims major cause is use of unsuitable sands for moulds and cores. Recommends preparation of new moulding sands by mixing selected types of sands with small quantities of imported Bentonite. Reports sands required are readily available from Ayutthaya, Pathum Thani, Nong Khai and Songkhla. Includes technical details on preparation of mix and mould treatmen. [TAIC]