Conferences

Join us at the 2025 Sand Conference – where innovators and industry leaders converge! Dive into compelling case studies and dynamic discussions on cutting-edge molding technologies, environmental compliance, and process evaluation. Network with peers through process-focused presentations that spotlight real-world applications, showcasing advancements in process improvement and technology transfer. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore and adopt new methodologies and state-of-the-art equipment poised to meet the industry’s future demands.

With several expert-led sessions, this 2-day workshop is tailored to new and experienced copper alloy metalcasters alike. Join us in expanding the shared knowledge of the copper alloy industry!

For information about sponsorship opportunities at the event, please contact Kim Farrugia at kfarrugia@afsinc.org or click here.

Register for the premier metalcasting industry Leadership Summit. Enjoy networking with a friendly group of more than 150 leaders from across the metalcasting supply chain and hear from world-class speakers discussing leadership, artificial intelligence, economic, workforce, and more. The speakers will provide foundry-industry focused expertise available at no other leadership conference.

The AFS Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Conference returns for its 37th year as the premier event for foundry industry EHS professionals. Taking place October 7 – 9, 2025, in Green Lake, WI, the conference brings together leading experts and peers to discuss the latest developments, innovations, and best practices in foundry EHS. From foundry case studies to updates from Washington D.C. to networking with other professionals, this event has what you need to enhance your knowledge, EHS programs, and performance.

Join us this February in Chattanooga, Tennessee, for the highly anticipated AFS Cast Iron Conference—a must-attend event for casting buyers, ferrous foundries, and industry suppliers. This immersive conference will take you through the entire casting process, from initial design considerations and critical placement details to defining specifications and quality considerations. Designed specifically for casting buyers, casting designers, and those involved in any ferrous foundry.

This seminar is for individuals with a basic knowledge and understanding of EPA air regulations and air emission calculations. It will build on this basic knowledge, including concepts presented at AFS’s Introduction to Foundry Environmental Compliance Seminar (Foundry Environmental 101), with advanced practical knowledge, tools and techniques needed to address relatively complex air issues in foundries. This two-day seminar will cover four main topics – Emission Estimation, Permitting, Regulatory Requirements, and Compliance Demonstration.

Elevate your safety and health expertise with the AFS EHS Safety & Health Committee's enhanced Safety 101 Seminar. This structured course has been designed for newcomers to the safety and health field or professionals entering the metalcasting industry. This seminar is also a valuable refresher for those whose roles include safety and health responsibilities as part of their other assigned job duties. Join us to gain a comprehensive understanding of fundamental safety and health terminology specific to the foundry industry.

Industry 4.0 is no longer just about the future. Smart, proactive manufacturers are using innovation and technology to improve productivity, profitability, and worker safety. Evaluating and implementing technology today is the key to remaining competitive and sustainable into your tomorrow. Discover how at this innovative conference focused on Industry 4.0 for metalcasters.