Rep. Greg Murphy to Receive AFS Congressional Champion Award at Capitol Hill Event
SCHAUMBURG, IL – The American Foundry Society will present the AFS Congressional Champion Award to Rep. Greg Murphy of North Carolina’s 3rd District on June 10 during a reception at the Capitol Hill Club in Washington, D.C. “Congressman Murphy is an energetic advocate for commonsense economic policies,” said Doug Kurkul, CEO of the American Foundry Society. “Metalcasters applaud and appreciate his strong support for robust economic growth, as well as much-needed investments in national defense and a renewed focus on ship-building.”
Read moreFirst issue of Casting Source coming next month
American Foundry Society announces the launch of a redesigned, reimagined magazine for casting end-users, Casting Source, previously published as Metal Casting Design & Purchasing. Its accompanying website, www.castingsource.com, is now live.
The first issue of …
Institute launches Supervisor Development Program
A comprehensive, five-month program from the AFS Institute will support training and development for supervisors of hourly employees.
The new Supervisor Development Program teaches metalcasting professionals to build their leadership skills in the office and on the shop floor.…
Six Decades On, Detroit-Windsor Chapter’s Gala is Thriving
A lot goes into making the AFS Detroit-Windsor Chapter’s Management Night Gala a success, but Shiaofong Yin (TEALE Group Investment and Consulting), the chapter’s 2015-2016 and current chair, says there’s no secret to its enduring popularity. “It’s fun!” she said. “That’s it. Just make it fun…
Young Professionals Program Draws an International Crowd
Several dozen young employees from North America, Germany and Japan gathered in the Midwest on Oct. 14-17 for the Young Professionals Program.
The global networking event kicked off at AFS HQ in Schaumburg, Illinois, and followed with tours of manufacturing facilities in Illinois and…
Boost Your Problem-Solving Skills at Management & Development Summit
How do you leverage competing values in your company’s culture? How do you boost your problem-solving skills? These are a few of the issues that will be tackled at the 2020 Metalcasting Management & Development Summit, Feb. 6-7 in New Orleans.
All levels of management, from…
New Casting Source Serves Today's Market
Advancing technology is changing metalcasting, and the need to build bridges to new customers and maintain contact with existing ones requires constant attention.
Unlike some communication channels, print becomes increasingly effective with repeated exposures. “The right hard copy…
Metalcasting Congress Accepting Sponsors
Businesses that are ready to make a statement about their capabilities: don’t delay in signing up for your Metalcasting Congress 2020 sponsorship opportunity.
Metalcasting Congress is April 21-23, 2020, at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland, an area with a vibrant…
From the CEO: Technical Expertise as a Member Benefit
By Doug Kurkul, AFS CEO
Access to technical expertise is one of the most valuable benefits of American Foundry Society (AFS) membership. There are several ways for AFS members to tap into this base of metalcasting knowledge.
Contact AFS Staff with Everyday Challenges. The AFS…
Engineering Division Offers Plant Review Program
A new program to support manufacturing efficiencies recently was launched by the AFS Engineering Division.
As part of the division’s Plant Review Program, members visit metalcasting plants and offer suggestions on process improvements, plant engineering, energy and related topics. The…
NoRedesign, AFS to Host Webinar on Innovative Casting Design Method
NoRedesign.com, in partnership with AFS, will present a free webinar on an innovative casting method at 3 p.m. CT on Tuesday, Dec. 10.
The use of an existing software package helps OEMs design better castings the first time, without restarts, outfits, and re-tooling. The software is part…