Abstract: A casting machine (1) having a device for controlling a movement of the foundry ladle (9), and a control cam (33) having a roller path (29) on which the foundry ladle (9) is movably carried is provided. The casting machine further includes a lifting device for lifting the foundry ladle (9) prior to tilting and lowering of the foundry ladle (9) once it has been emptied for filling it with molten material. The foundry ladle (9) is mounted so as to swing about a vertical axis (A) from the casting position to an exchange position.