AFS Library Advanced AI Search Reaches Major Usage Milestone
SCHAUMBURG, IL - The American Foundry Society (AFS) continues to enhance access to technical knowledge through use of the AFS Library Advanced AI Search tool, which has recently surpassed 60,000 citations provided to users and more than 400 AFS members utilizing the platform. These milestones highlight the growing adoption of AI-powered research tools and AFS’ on-going commitment to providing innovative resources that support the Metalcasting industry.
Read moreAFS Voices Support for Pipeline Construction and Domestic Material Sourcing
AFS supports the president’s directives to move forward on the Keystone XL Pipeline, and to require the domestic sourcing of materials for the construction, retrofitting, repair, and expansion of pipelines inside the United States.
Earlier this week, AFS CEO Doug Kurkul wrote to the U.S.…
Cadillac Casting Recognized by Meritor With Supplier Partner Award
Cadillac Casting (Cadillac, Michigan) was one of 21 companies recognized by Meritor (Troy, Michigan) with a Supplier Partner Award.
Cadillac was honored because it exceeded Meritor’s requirements for excellence in quality, delivery, cost savings and innovation.
“Cadillac Casting is…
AFS CEO Writes U.S. Department of Commerce on the Request Information on the Impact of Federal Regulations on Domestic Manufacturing
Click here for a PDF of the letter.
Letter text:
March 31, 2017
Mr. Carter Halfman
Special Advisor
The Office of Policy and Strategic Planning
H.C. Hoover Building – Room 5863
U.S. Department of Commerce 1401 Constitution Ave. N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20230
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Mercury Marine Installs New High-Pressure Die Casting Machine
Mercury Marine (Fond du Lac, Wisconsin), a manufacturer of recreational marine engines, announced the commissioning of a new high-pressure die casting machine, said to be the largest in North America. This investment is a 4,500-ton Buhler-Prince machine. Installation began late in 2016 and…
27 New Corporate Members to Reap Benefits of Joining AFS
The American Foundry Society, the largest metalcasting trade association and professional society serving the $30.3 billion metalcasting industry, today announced the names of new corporate members in the organization from the last two quarters. Since October 2016, AFS has added 27…
Women in Metalcasting Meets in Milwaukee With the 121st Metalcasting Congress
The Women in Metalcasting program started three years ago and has been steadily gaining momentum ever since. The group focuses on promoting the success of women in metalcasting and provides a critical forum for discussions, networking opportunities, mentoring, and best practices to benefit…
Tony Cremers, Craft Pattern & Mold Honored With Patriot Award
Craft Pattern & Mold (Montrose, Minnesota) and Tony Cremers, president and CEO, were honored with the Patriot Award from the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve. The ESGR is a branch of the Department of Defense that helps employers and employees understand the rights and…
Topeka Foundry & Iron Works Purchased
According to a report from the Topeka Capital-Journal, Topeka Foundry & Iron Works (Topeka, Kansas) was purchased in January by Haas Metal Engineering (Topeka, Kansas).
The purchase was effective Jan. 1.
The report said TFI will do business under its name. According to the …
Metalcasting Congress Registration Open; Reshoring Initiative Founder Harry Moser To Keynote Congress April 25
The American Foundry Society (AFS) announced today that Reshoring Initiative® founder Harry Moser will deliver the Keynote Address at the Metalcasting Congress on April 25 in Milwaukee.
“Harry Moser’s visionary work has not only helped many companies document the economic…
121st Metalcasting Congress Builds Momentum as Booth Space Sells Out and Registrations Climb
The 2017 Metalcasting Congress, the 121st edition of the premier annual industry event, continues to build momentum as booth space has sold out and registrations are steadily climbing. The 2017 event features more than 200 booths and will be held at the Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee, April 25-27…