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EHS Division Honors Four for Individual Contributions

The American Foundry Society’s Environmental, Health and Safety Division recognized the exemplary work of four members during the October 2020 virtual EHS Conference.

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AFS Issues Call for Papers for Foundry Industry 4.0 Conference

The American Foundry Society has issued a call for papers and presentations for its 2021 Foundry Industry 4.0 Conference. 

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AFS to Present Virtual Metalcasting Congress in 2021

The American Foundry Society will present Metalcasting Congress 2021 as a virtual event between April 12 and 22, 2021.

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AFS Honors Metalcasters for EHS Achievements

The achievements of metalcasters in the areas of safety, sustainability, innovation and more were recognized by the AFS Environmental, Health & Safety Division during the annual EHS Conference.

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Advocacy Alert: Favorable Outcome on Iron and Steel Foundry Emission Standard

This issue had enormous implications for larger foundries, which already commit tremendous resources toward environmental protection.

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American Foundry Society Announces Revised Succession Plan

The American Foundry Society, North America’s largest and most influential metalcasting organization, today announced revisions to its Board-leadership succession plan.

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Metalcasters: Learn About the Latest EHS Advances at an AFS Virtual Conference

Foundry EHS personnel will gain the latest insights on how to keep their facilities green, safe and efficient during a virtual conference coming soon from AFS – and they’ll have a full year of access to the entire program.

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AFS Provides Manufacturing Day Resources

The American Foundry Society is excited to share a slate of resources for Corporate Members opening their doors, physically or virtually, for Manufacturing Day on Friday, October 2.

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Women in Metalcasting Announces Virtual Career Workshop 

Women are underrepresented in critical industries such as manufacturing, but change is possible. A new workshop from AFS Women in Metalcasting will address the unique challenges and opportunities women have when it comes to building careers and advancing as leaders in the metalcasting industry. 

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AFS to Honor Atsushi Nagai with 2020 Grede Award

AFS announced that Atsushi Nagai will receive the 2020 William J. Grede Award. This award honors major contributions in the fields of management, marketing, or education which have expanded the effective use of metal castings.

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