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Registration Now Open for 2023 Copper Alloys Workshop

The latest advancements and applications in copper-base casting will take center stage at the 2023 Copper Alloys Workshop, hosted by the American Foundry Society on Sept. 27-28, 2023, in Schaumburg, Illinois.

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AFS Applauds House, Urges Senate to Adopt House-Passed Debt Ceiling Bill

AFS is calling on the U.S. Senate to pass the House’s debt ceiling bill which averts a default on the national debt while incorporating vital provisions for the manufacturing economy.

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AFS to Showcase North American Metalcasters, Innovative Research at GIFA

AFS is pleased to announce its participation in the GIFA trade fair, where AFS will promote North American metalcasters, showcase the value of AFS, and highlight its wide range of technical books and research.

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AFS Criticizes Administration’s Failure to Designate Copper as a Critical Mineral

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has denied a bipartisan request to immediately add copper to the official Critical Minerals list due to a dangerous supply risk. 

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Gain Team-Building Tools at Management Training and Development Summit

Supervisors, front-line managers, and human resources pros will expand their understanding of effective team-building during an immersive event hosted by the American Foundry Society.

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Institute, Missouri S&T Partner to Offer 3D Sand Printing and Sensor Design Course

Metalcasters looking to enhance their understanding of 3D sand printing and design have a new learning opportunity thanks to a 2.5-day class offered by the AFS Institute and Missouri University of Science and Technology.

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Sen. Young, Rep. Granger to Receive 2023 Congressional Champion Award

Sen. Todd Young (R-IN) and Rep. Kay Granger (R-TX) have been selected as the recipients of the 2023 Metalcasting Industry Congressional Champion Award.

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AFS Metalcasters Week in D.C. Advocates for Industry on Capitol Hill

Metalcasters and industry suppliers from across the country will gather on Capitol Hill the week of June 19-23, 2023, for AFS Metalcasters Week in Washington, D.C. The week, which coincides with the annual AFS Government Affairs Fly-In on June 20-21, is dedicated to advocating for U.S. metalcasters, who will meet with approximately 100 Senate and House offices.

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TEI Wins 2023 Casting of the Year Award for Innovative Aluminum Rear Rail 

AFS Corporate Member TEI (Livonia, Michigan) has been named the winner of the prestigious 2023 AFS/Casting Source Casting of the Year Award. The award recognizes TEI's innovation and excellence in casting technology and design for its aluminum rear rail for the Cadillac CELESTIQ electric vehicle. 

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Metalcasting Congress 2023 Draws Thousands to Experience Industry Innovations

North America’s premier foundry event drew more than 2,200 attendees from around the globe this week for a three-day showcase of industry innovations. Hosted by the American Foundry Society, Metalcasting Congress 2023 welcomed guests from across the United States and from as far away as South Africa, Brazil, China, Mexico, Canada, and Taiwan to the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland.

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