The production of vertically cast copper-based alloys demands not only a highly sophisticated continuous casting technology but also a casting and holding furnace is required which is able to supply a homogeneous melt under constant, defined conditions with exact temperature control over the whole casting time and with a technology tailored to the demands of continuous casting. The casting furnace consists of two chambers and a forehearth which are heated by an inductor integrated into the furnace vessel. The mobile casting furnace can be tilted hydraulically for production, mould changing and furnace discharge.