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AFS Health & Safety Guides, 5th Ed.

The 5th edition of the AFS Health & Safety Guides is now available with technical updates to 17 chapters, one new chapter, and  full-color illustrations throughout to address new Federal OSHA regulations and improved information on hazards and best management practices for foundries.

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NEW COURSE: Introduction to Industry 4.0

October 29 – 30 | AFS Headquarters | Schaumburg, IL

This course offers a foundational overview and hands-on experience with the technologies of Industry 4.0. Learners will have an understanding of the definitions of I4.0 technologies, and how digital transformation is enabling smarter manufacturing.

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2026 Cast Iron Production Conference

The Westin Chattanooga
February 24 – 25, 2026

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AFS and FEF Collaborate to Offer Free Student Access to Introduction to Metalcasting

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Economic Impact of Metalcasting

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State Foundry Association Leaders To Report During October 29 Members-Only Webinar

In the first-ever event of this kind, the American Foundry Society (AFS) is hosting a Members-Only Webinar on October 29 at 1:00 pm (CT) titled, “Essential Reports from the State Capitals.”
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Additive Manufacturing Division Combines with Standards Committee to Approve AFS Standard

SCHAUMBURG, IL - The AFS standards committee has approved an AFS Standard on Standard Practices for Use of Printed Sand in Casting Production.  This standard, prepared by the AFS additive manufacturing committee, is part of the AFS Standards Initiative. 

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Updated AFS Health & Safety Guides Are Now Available

SCHAUMBURG, IL - AFS has released the 5th edition of the “Health & Safety Guides” with technical updates to 17 of the 68 chapters, one new chapter, and new full-color illustrations throughout to address new Federal OSHA regulations and improved information on hazards and best management practices for foundries.

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AFS Announces New Partnership for Rapid Cast Parts

AFS announces a new project in partnership with AFS corporate member Renaissance Services. This 12-month project for piloting the “Rapid Cast Parts – Center of Excellence” (RCP-COE) focuses on accelerating government end-user casting delivery.
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