AFS Unveils Advanced AI Search Tool to Transform Metalcasting Research
ATLANTA, GA - The American Foundry Society has officially launched its groundbreaking AFS Library Advanced AI Search Tool, a next-generation research aide designed to revolutionize how professionals across the metalcasting industry discover and apply knowledge.
Read moreAFS Encourages Metalcasters to Join MFG Day Movement
Manufacturers across the U.S. will be hosting and sponsoring events to promote the manufacturing industry with the fifth annual Manufacturing Day (MFG Day), to be held Oct. 7. As a national sponsor of the event, AFS encourages member companies to become involved by hosting, attending, or…
Managing Heat in the Foundry (Free Download)
During the high temperatures of August, AFS reminds members how to help control the potential hazards of heat stress.
In 2008, AFS and Alliance (An OSHA Cooperative Program) jointly published “Establishing a Foundry Heat Stress Management Program,” which is available as a free download…
South Carolina Caster Expanding, Adding Jobs
Carolina Metal Castings (Hardeeville, South Carolina) announced it is expanding. The addition will bring 13 new jobs and reportedly an investment of more than $3 million over the next five years.
“We are very excited to take this next step in our development,” Jim Harwood, president,…
Increase Awareness of the U.S. Metalcasting Industry by Hosting a Congressional Plant Tour
Members of Congress are back in their states for the month of August and then again in October. This is an ideal time for metalcasters and suppliers across the country to host their representatives and senators for educational tours at their facilities.
“Legislators value the opportunity…
US Challenges China On Export Duties for Key Raw Materials
On July 13, 2016, the U.S. launched a trade enforcement action against China’s export duties on nine key metals and minerals at the World Trade Organization (WTO).
According to the office of the U.S Trade Representative (USTR), China has kept export duties from 5 to 20 percent on antimony…
Ryobi Limited Plans Expansion, New Jobs for Indiana Facility
Japanese company Ryobi Limited announced plans to invest $97.5 million and add up to 150 new employees for its facility in Shelbyville, Indiana.
According to the Indianapolis Business Journal, Ryobi Limited is planning to buy a 350,000 sq. ft. building next to Ryobi Die Casting USA, its…
OSHA Penalties to Increase Significantly on August 1
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) maximum penalties are set to rise by 78% as part of the federal penalty adjustments mandated by Congress and signed into law last year. OSHA’s maximum penalties have not increased in 25 years.
On August 1, OSHA’s new…
Rane (Madras) Planning to Invest $5.8 Million in Kentucky Facility
Rane (Madras), Chennai, India, is planning to invest $5.8 million into Precision Die Casting, Russellville, Kentucky, which it purchased in February. The investment is expected to preserve 170 jobs at the plant, which is a supplier to the automotive industry.
Kentucky governor Matt Bevin made…
House Approves AFS Supported Bill to Delay and Modify Ozone Rules
In June, the U.S House of Representatives approved a bill that would delay implementation of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 2015 ozone rule. The measure, the Ozone Standards Implementation Act (H.R. 4775), adjusts the implementation timelines for the new ozone standard until…
AFS Issues Call for Papers for 121st Metalcasting Congress
The American Foundry Society (AFS) has issued a call for papers for its 121st Metalcasting Congress held April 25-27 at the Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee.
AFS is seeking papers covering all issues relating to metalcasting, diecasting and foundry management and operations, including…