The AFS Molding Methods & Materials Executive Committee (4-A) has approved the formation of a new committee, Pollution Prevention Methods & Technology (4-N). The new committee will serve as a technical resource to the metalcasting industry on low emission binders, products, and pollution prevention technology and practices.

The inaugural meeting will be held Jan. 18, 2007 at AFS headquarters in Schaumburg, Ill. Registration is required to attend; sign up at www.afsinc.org/TechCal/MeetingRequest.asp?WebID=1568. For more information, contact Steve Robison, AFS senior technical director, at 847/824-0181 x227 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .