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AFS Peters-Robison Library Continues Growth

Covering developments from the 19th century to present day, this member resource offers in-depth information across the Metalcasting Industry.

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"Casting Defects and Countermeasures“ Now Available on AFS Bookstore

The top-selling “Castings Defects and Countermeasures” authored by the Japan Foundry Engineering Society is now available in English and for purchase on the AFS Bookstore.

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AFS Technical Council and Research Board Announce New Members

Schaumburg, IL - Congratulations to Scott Giese (UNI) and Curtis Veit (Waupaca), who were selected to join the AFS Technical Council next April.  Both Giese and Veit will serve two-year terms as Members-At-Large.  AFS would like to thank and congratulate Andy Bain (Ford Meter Box) and Tedd Sheets (Betz Industries) on the completion of their 2-year Members-At-Large term on the Technical Council.

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Recipients Announced for AFS Highest Honors

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

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Registration Opens for Metalcasting Congress 2026 - Premier Foundry Event Coming to Grand Rapids, MI April 14-16

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.

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State Foundry Association Leaders To Report During October 29 Members-Only Webinar

SCHAUMBURG, IL - In the first-ever event of this kind, the American Foundry Society (AFS) is hosting a Members-Only Webinar on October 29 at 1:00 pm (CT) titled, “Essential Reports from the State Capitals.”

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Updated AFS Health & Safety Guides Are Now Available

SCHAUMBURG, IL - AFS has released the 5th edition of the “Health & Safety Guides” with technical updates to 17 of the 68 chapters, one new chapter, and new full-color illustrations throughout to address new Federal OSHA regulations and improved information on hazards and best management practices for foundries.

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AFS Announces New Partnership for Rapid Cast Parts

AFS announces a new project in partnership with AFS corporate member Renaissance Services. This 12-month project for piloting the “Rapid Cast Parts – Center of Excellence” (RCP-COE) focuses on accelerating government end-user casting delivery.

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AFS Peters-Robison Library Reaches New Milestone

The Peters-Robison AFS Metalcasting Library has further cemented its status as the world’s largest and most comprehensive metalcasting library, recently expanding its digital collection to over 18,000 articles.

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AFS Announces Locations for Next 3 Trade Shows

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.

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