Metalcasting Congress 2026

Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA

April 14 – 16, 2026

SHAPING TOMORROW IN METALCASTING

North America's premier event for the full metalcasting supply chain is coming to Grand Rapids' DeVos Place Convention Center in 2026, featuring three keynote speakers!

 

For Foundry Professionals

Metalcasting Congress combines the best in learning, networking, and product exploration. Experience in-depth technical sessions on the latest industry advancements, classes taught by some of the world's preeminent metalcasting experts, panel discussions on leading management techniques, keynotes set to inspire you, networking events to expand your horizons, and a show floor packed with exhibits from some of the world's leading industry suppliers.

 

For Industry Suppliers

An exhibit at Metalcasting Congress is the best way to share your products and services with a well-qualified audience of foundry pros. Plus, you'll also benefit from state-of-the-art metalcasting presentations, and ample opportunities to network with peers and customers. 

 

For Designers & Buyers

Metalcasting Congress is where casting designers, buyers, and OEM representatives will find sessions aimed at their needs, including casting case studies, reshoring, material properties and selection, and casting quality. Casting Designers & Buyers Track sessions take place right on the exhibit floor near the Cast in North America pavilion, featuring the continent’s leading foundry exhibitors.
 

For Supplier and Foundry Exhibitors
Technical Advances on Display
▸ Exhibit at Metalcasting Congress
▸ Supplier Exhibit Contracts & Information (Opening Fall 2025)
▸ Foundry Exhibit Contracts & Information (Opening Fall 2025)
Why Suppliers Exhibit at Metalcasting Congress
▸ Why Foundries Exhibit at Metalcasting Congress
▸ Metalcasting Congress Sponsorships
▸ Branding Sponsorships
▸ Onsite Signage
For Attendees
Thinkers, Doers, & Innovators
▸ Attending Metalcasting Congress
▸ Who Should Attend Metalcasting Congress?
▸ Casting Designers & Buyers
▸ Student Research Competition
▸ Pre-Show Guide (Coming Jan. 2026)
▸ Register (Opening Fall 2025)
About Metalcasting Congress
AFS' Annual Meeting
▸ What is Metalcasting Congress?
▸ Where is Metalcasting Congress?
▸ Keynote Speakers (Coming Soon)
▸ Schedule at a Glance
▸ Local Attractions
 

 

SPONSORSHIPS

Stand out from the crowd as an official sponsor of Metalcasting Congress! Take your pick from two sponsorship tiers that match your budget and needs, or go for a focused sponsorship covering a single event or area. Ready to learn more about sponsoring Metalcasting Congress 2026? Click here!

 

EXHIBITS

Metalcasting Congress draws professionals from every sector of this $51 billion marketplace. Exhibitors meet face-to-face with clients who come ready to invest in equipment, consumables, parts, and services. Your team will reap the rewards of in-person networking while reducing the time and cost of numerous sales trips. Exhibits sales opening Fall 2025.

  • DeVos Place Convention Center
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • April 14 – 16, 2026
Get Directions

Sponsors

Platinum

Gold