Depending on the level of learning, AFS has a variety of books to help you learn, or refresh certain aspects, of metalcasting.

These two books by John Campbell are just a "taste" of the breadth of knowledge that Professor John Campbell has acquired over years of participation as one of the foremost experts in the metalcasting field.

Organized by the American Foundry Society (AFS) and the Foundry Educational Foundation (FEF), the Student Poster Session is an opportunity to showcase your undergraduate research project at the 121st Metalcasting Congress.

By Doug Kurkul, AFS CEO

Over the past several months, I have spoken with countless metalcasters, suppliers and end-users of castings. Most of these business leaders are seeing some improvement in sales and in price quotes. If the trend holds up, 2017 will be a better year than a 2016 that was challenging for many companies.
With orders starting to rise, coupled with higher business and consumer confidence, now is the time for all industry stakeholders—suppliers, purchasers, and metalcasters—to assess the skill levels of their workforce.

Member Connections caught up with Wisconsin Chapter president, Doug Sawyer, vice president Universal Welding and Engineering, after the February regional for a chapter check-in.

AFS is making available the proceedings from a specialized training workshop that provides the tools metalcasters need to navigate OSHA’s respirable silica rule.

The American Foundry Society (AFS) is soliciting research proposals aimed at reducing exposure to respirable crystalline silica through the development of silica suppressant materials and processes in critical areas of metalcasting facilities.

Exhibit sales are on pace to sell out for the American Foundry Society's (AFS) 121st Metalcasting Congress and Cast in North America held April 25-27 in Milwaukee. Exhibitors are encouraged to secure exhibit space as nearly 80% is sold.

Registration is open for the American Foundry Society’s (AFS) 121st Metalcasting Congress held April 25-27 at the Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee.

The American Foundry Society (AFS) announced today that it is looking forward to working with the new President, administration, and Congress to advance sound public policies affecting the $28.5 billion metalcasting industry.