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AFS Issues Call for Papers for Metalcasting Congress 2024

The American Foundry Society invites submissions of papers and presentations for the 128th Metalcasting Congress, April 23-25, 2024, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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Omni Grove Park Inn to Host 2023 Foundry Leadership Summit on Sept. 18-20

The vibrant golf and craft-brew city of Asheville, North Carolina, will host the 2023 Foundry Leadership Summit on Sept. 18-20, 2023. Organized by the American Foundry Society, the summit will bring together industry executives, business strategists, policy experts, and thought leaders for engaging presentations and unparalleled networking opportunities for the full metalcasting supply chain.

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AFS Issues Call for Speakers and Presentations on Industry 4.0

The AFS Industry 4.0 Committee is seeking papers and presentations for the AFS Foundry Industry 4.0 Conference, July 30-31, 2024, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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Registration Now Open for 2023 Copper Alloys Workshop

The latest advancements and applications in copper-base casting will take center stage at the 2023 Copper Alloys Workshop, hosted by the American Foundry Society on Sept. 27-28, 2023, in Schaumburg, Illinois.

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AFS Applauds House, Urges Senate to Adopt House-Passed Debt Ceiling Bill

AFS is calling on the U.S. Senate to pass the House’s debt ceiling bill which averts a default on the national debt while incorporating vital provisions for the manufacturing economy.

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AFS to Showcase North American Metalcasters, Innovative Research at GIFA

AFS is pleased to announce its participation in the GIFA trade fair, where AFS will promote North American metalcasters, showcase the value of AFS, and highlight its wide range of technical books and research.

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AFS Criticizes Administration’s Failure to Designate Copper as a Critical Mineral

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has denied a bipartisan request to immediately add copper to the official Critical Minerals list due to a dangerous supply risk. 

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Gain Team-Building Tools at Management Training and Development Summit

Supervisors, front-line managers, and human resources pros will expand their understanding of effective team-building during an immersive event hosted by the American Foundry Society.

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Institute, Missouri S&T Partner to Offer 3D Sand Printing and Sensor Design Course

Metalcasters looking to enhance their understanding of 3D sand printing and design have a new learning opportunity thanks to a 2.5-day class offered by the AFS Institute and Missouri University of Science and Technology.

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Sen. Young, Rep. Granger to Receive 2023 Congressional Champion Award

Sen. Todd Young (R-IN) and Rep. Kay Granger (R-TX) have been selected as the recipients of the 2023 Metalcasting Industry Congressional Champion Award.

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