The AFS Institute e-Learning program has more than tripled the number of modules since its launch on July 1, 2016.  Over the course of this past year, our catalog has expanded to 65 modules in 11 categories from the original 20 modules in four categories. AFS members, like you, helped us accomplish this incredible amount of work through volunteering their time and metalcasting expertise.  Knowledge transfer from one generation to the next is happening now and it’s rewarding to be a part of that.

A lineup of highly accomplished speakers will provide the kind of fresh insights and practical solutions that can transform your foundry business, create new possibilities, and maybe even enhance your life.

AFS members, metalcasters and suppliers gathered June 20-21 in Washington, D.C to share the positive significant contribution of metalcasting to the nation’s economy, infrastructure and defense, and advocated for better policies affecting our industry. This year, hope for change was in the air and attendance was up more than 50%.

On the first day of the Fly-In, attendees heard from a variety of highly reputable experts on infrastructure, trade policy, OSHA issues, tax reform and
environmental regulations.

A 2015 survey by Deloitte for The Manufacturing Institute found “the public is unwilling to encourage their children to pursue a career in manufacturing.” Those findings documented the challenges that all manufacturers, including metalcasters, face in recruiting top young talent to our industry.

The New England Chapter of AFS is maintaining its strong record for community outreach and chapter advocacy.

On June 1, engineers Bryan Charette and Daniel Hufziger of the Burndy LLC (Bethel, Connecticut) participated in the STEM night event at Swift Middle School in Watertown, Connecticut.

If student attendance at the 121st Metalcasting Congress is any indication, the future of the industry is strong. An impressive total of 150 students were at Congress in Milwaukee, which is believed to be a record. They participated in all facets of the event and impressed with their acumen and ability, highlighting what metalcasting can look forward to in the coming years.

The sustainability of the metalcasting industry depends on having capable leaders in positions of responsibility.

More than 2,100 metalcasters, suppliers, casting users, and students participated in the 121st Metalcasting Congress, April 25-27 in Milwaukee. The show was marked by brisk attendance, featuring more than 220 exhibitors – including 15 first-time exhibitors – and a standing-room-only keynote address that drew well over 400 attendees.

Metalcasters and suppliers to advocate agenda in Washington, D.C.

The annual AFS award winners have been announced by the AFS Board of Awards for presentation at Metalcasting Congress in Milwaukee, April 25-27.