Two standards for aluminum melts were recently approved as part of the AFS Standards Initiative.

Schaumburg, Ill - AFS is pleased to announce the release of its 2024 Annual Report, showcasing the organization’s commitment to advancing the metalcasting industry and delivering impactful benefits to its members.

This year’s report underscores AFS’s dedication to six core principles:

SCHAUMBURG, Ill - AFS is happy to announce partnership in a second project that is part of the America Makes IMPACT (Improvements in Manufacturing Productivity via Additive Capabilities and Techno-Economic Analysis) program. This 27-month project is titled “Transitioning Best Practices and Technology Improvements for Advanced Technology Printed Sand Equipment” and aims to develop and promote US-based printed sand manufacturing equipment to be used in the production of all castings, with special emphasis on aluminum and magnesium castings for aerospace applications.

SCHAUMBURG, Ill – The American Foundry Society proudly welcomes 13 new Corporate Members who have recently joined the organization.

AFS Corporate Members represent a diverse group of metalcasters across all alloys and processes, industry suppliers, and casting designers and purchasers who support the association’s mission of advocacy, education, and innovation for the foundry industry.