AFS Begins Work on Aluminum Casting Performance Initiative (ACPI) Projects
AFS announced that contracting for three new projects as part of the Aluminum Casting Performance Initiative FY2024 funding package has been finalized. These projects will provide a critical step towards improving reliability and quality of aluminum casting methods.
Read moreAFS announces award recipients to be honored at Metalcasting Congress
The annual AFS award-winners have been announced by the AFS Board of Awards for presentation at Metalcasting Congress 2020 in Cleveland, Ohio, April 21-23.
The Gold Medal, Award of Scientific Merit and Service Citation Award are presented annually for service to the metalcasting industry…
Ferrous Melting Operators, Suppliers Gather for Conference
Some of the biggest advancements in ferrous melting technology and methods were the forefront of the 5th International Ferrous Melting Conference, Oct. 30-Nov. 1 in Nashville, Tennessee.
Organized by the AFS Melting Methods and Materials Division, the conference featured expert speakers…
First 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 …
AFS Issues Call for Presentations for Foundry 4.0 Conference
AFS has issued a call for presentations for the Foundry 4.0 Conference, which will look into the future and ask, “What will a foundry look like in 10 years?”
The conference will focus on how digital manufacturing affects all areas of the foundry process today, and how this will change…
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…
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…