The American Foundry Society is issuing a call for papers and presentations for the 131st Metalcasting Congress, April 20-22, 2027, in Cleveland, Ohio. Submissions are due August 15, 2026, paper uploads are due September 15, 2026.

A convergence of professionals from across the global metalcasting industry, Metalcasting Congress 2026 will showcase the latest advancements in manufacturing technology, materials, and process innovation, while delivering unmatched opportunities for technical and management education, networking, and business development.

AFS will honor seven industry leaders at the 130th Metacasting Congress held in Grand Rapids, MI, at DeVos Place, April 14-16.

Calabrese, a proven manufacturing leader who is passionate about mentoring young people and developing talent, will be formally elected at the Society’s Annual Business Meeting at Metalcasting Congress 2026 in Grand Rapids and will serve in a succession of leadership positions over a four-year period.

Professionals from across the metalcasting supply chain are now able to register for Metalcasting Congress 2026, North America's premier foundry industry gathering, set to unfold on April 14–16 at DeVos Place in Grand Rapids, MI.

The American Foundry Society (AFS), North America’s largest and most influential professional society and trade association, today announced the location for the next three trade shows. Grand Rapids, Cleveland and St. Louis to Host $50 Billion Metalcasting Industry.

The American Foundry Society (AFS), North America’s largest metalcasting association, today announced that past AFS President Denny Dotson will receive the Jozef Suchy Medal from the World Foundry Organization. It will be presented by Jose Javier Gonzalez of the WFO at the annual banquet on April 13 during CastExpo2025 at Atlanta.

Rear Admiral (ret.) Scott Moore will deliver the April 13 Keynote Address at CastExpo 2025 in Atlanta, Principles for Leading High-Performance Teams.

At the 2025 CastExpo in Atlanta, five distinguished leaders will be honored by the American Foundry Society (AFS) for their outstanding contributions to the metalcasting industry. The Peter L. Simpson Gold Medal and William H. McFadden Gold Medal will be awarded at the annual banquet on Sunday, April 13, 7:00-9:00 p.m. The Scientific Merit and Service Citation Awards presentation will take place at the Volunteer Leadership Awards Luncheon, Sunday, April 13, 11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. Visit afsinc.org for more details.