College Students to Take “Introduction to Metalcasting” Course Free Thanks to AFS-FEF Partnership
SCHAUMBURG, IL - The American Foundry Society (AFS), North America’s largest metalcasting professional organization, and the Foundry Education Foundation (FEF) today announced a new initiative that will permit full-time undergraduate college students with student memberships in AFS to take the AFS Institute’s “Introduction to Metalcasting” course at no cost.
Read moreAFS publishes book from quality inspection expert Ted Schorn
One of the foremost experts in quality inspection has released a new book through the American Foundry Society.
Improving the Effectiveness of Visual Inspection, published this month by AFS, is the latest book from Ted J. Schorn. The…
It’s time for Congress to stop punting on infrastructure
AFS joined a coalition of groups led by the National Association of Manufacturers and the Associated General Contractors of America to tell Congress it’s time to stop punting on funding infrastructure needs: the importance of improving roads,…
Learn and laugh at this Metalcasting Congress course on workplace climate
We all have a stake in developing a culture of respect and safety for employees. You can learn ways to create an enjoyable work climate – and have a laugh along the way – at a course offered by the AFS Institute at the 122nd Metalcasting Congress April 3-5 in Fort Worth, Texas.
Leading…
AFS project data being presented for inclusion in handbook for castings with military applications
Data from a five-year, $1 million project from the American Foundry Society is being presented this week for inclusion in the Metallic Materials Properties Development and Standardization (MMPDS) handbook.
The project, funded by the…
AFS offers Members resources to attain compliance with OSHA’s Silica Rule before the June 23rd deadline
American Foundry Society members have full access to a wide array of resources designed to guide them toward compliance with OSHA’s new, more restrictive, crystalline silica rule:
The AFS Silica Compliance Timeline describes all the elements of a compliant silica program and…Mobilize for Metalcasting at the AFS Government Affairs Fly-In in Washington D.C.
Metalcasting needs you to advocate for the industry at the AFS Fly-In, May 15-16 in Washington, D.C.!
At the AFS Fly-In, you'll stand together as metalcasters to let your elected officials know the castings you produce are critical to the country’s defense, infrastructure, automotive,…
Chapter Success Story: AFS Saginaw Valley Chapter inspires next generation of metalcasters with hands-on demonstration
The AFS Saginaw Valley Chapter has a goal of developing the next generation of metalcasters through education. With the aid of volunteers, the Michigan-based chapter has helped spread awareness of what metalcasting is and the number of diverse careers within the industry.
“We do…
Designers and buyers! Expand your knowledge at Metalcasting Congress
Designers and buyers of metal castings can learn from industry experts, network with their peers and make new business connections at American Foundry Society’s Metalcasting Congress, April 3-5 in Fort Worth, Texas.
Professionals in the field of component design and purchasing,…
AFS Hosts Human Resources Conference
Managers and supervisors gathered in Clearwater Beach, Florida, in February for the AFS Metalcasting Industry Human Resources Conference, an event designed specifically for metalcasters.
The conference, titled “Preparing for the Metalcasting Workplace of Tomorrow,” covered topics such…
AFS Submits Dozens of Questions to OSHA on the Crystalline Silica Rulemaking
In January 2018, AFS submitted 70 questions to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to clarify various aspects of the Agency’s final crystalline silica rulemaking which is slated to go into effect for general industry on June 23, 2018. AFS, in conjunction with the society's…