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Lodge to host Future Leaders of Metalcasting meeting in October. |
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Jul 1, 2022 |
233 |
Priority Issues Facing the Industry: AFS members are focusing on three major issues impacting the foundry industry in ongoing discussions with Congressional and government leaders. |
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Jul 1, 2022 |
2434 |
Volvo purchases two megacasting cells. |
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Jun 1, 2022 |
251 |
Environmental Priorities of the Biden Administration Shape the Future Regulatory Landscape for the Industry. |
Hannapel, Jeff |
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Jun 1, 2022 |
3576 |
Thermtronix[R] Corporation. |
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Jun 1, 2022 |
397 |
AFS Research Technology Transfer at CastExpo: The findings from three AFS research projects were presented at Metalcasting Congress--held in conjunction with CastExpo 2022. |
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May 1, 2022 |
1081 |
Linamar acquires full ownership of joint venture casting facility. |
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May 1, 2022 |
326 |
Spring Into Action: JOIN AFS IN WASHINGTON, DC JUNE 7-8 FOR THE 2022 GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS FLY-IN. |
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May 1, 2022 |
305 |
CastExpo Reflects Industry's Positive Outlook: Attendees gathered in Columbus, Ohio, with a clear purpose: advance, upgrade, and prepare for a period of robust orders. |
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Cover story |
May 1, 2022 |
1515 |
Doosan Heavy Industries and Construction breaks ground on 400,000sqm forging and casting facility in Saudi Arabia. |
Stephen White |
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Mar 29, 2022 |
361 |
Doosan Heavy Industries and Construction breaks ground on 400,000sqm forging and casting facility in Saudi Arabia. |
Stephen White |
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Mar 29, 2022 |
386 |
Govt pledges support to metal casting industry. |
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Mar 21, 2022 |
524 |
Govt to restore viability of metal casting sector. |
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Mar 20, 2022 |
537 |
Value addition to unlock metal industry revival -- Prof Ncube. |
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Mar 20, 2022 |
572 |
Who Will Be the Next Owner of Your Business? A metalcasting M&A expert shares planning tips for foundry owners who may or may not have a family member to succeed them. |
Phelan, Kim |
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Mar 1, 2022 |
2370 |
AFS Individual Awards. |
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Mar 1, 2022 |
267 |
AFS 2022 policy agenda underscores importance of a strong metalcastinq industry. |
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Mar 1, 2022 |
364 |
South Korea's Doosan to build $834m steel casting plant in Saudi Arabia. |
Arab News |
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Feb 14, 2022 |
189 |
Celebrating the Milestones. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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Feb 1, 2022 |
475 |
UNI Additive Manufacturing Center adopts new name, realigns focus. |
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Feb 1, 2022 |
258 |
REFCOTEC, Inc. acquires EXOCHEM Corp., forms THERMOTECH with KML. |
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Feb 1, 2022 |
166 |
A Catalyst for Growth. |
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Interview |
Feb 1, 2022 |
942 |
OSHA Releases Semi-Annual Regulatory Agenda: SEVERAL ANTICIPATED RULEMAKINGS WILL IMPACT FOUNDRIES. |
Salmon, Stephanie |
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Feb 1, 2022 |
429 |
FEF Is Celebrating 75 Years. |
Lechner, Pam |
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Feb 1, 2022 |
584 |
New scholarship promoting women in metalcasting honors former AFS President Jean Bye. |
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Jan 1, 2022 |
266 |
AFS to debut online conference for small and midsize foundries. |
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Conference news |
Jan 1, 2022 |
232 |
Clancey Receives E.J. Walsh Award at College Industry Conference. |
Lechner, Pam |
Conference news |
Jan 1, 2022 |
513 |
Career-Long Impact--Learning and Leading With AFS. |
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Interview |
Dec 1, 2021 |
681 |
AFS announced that Brian Began has joined AFS as vice president, metalcasting technical services. |
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Nov 1, 2021 |
204 |
Technology Trends and Challenges for Iron Foundries: Examining the global market reveals the iron casting industry has opportunity for growth--but work must be done to meet customers where they are. |
Gil, Patricio |
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Nov 1, 2021 |
1609 |
Casting Conversion Successes: From part reductions to lightweighting to increases in strength, changing the manufacturing method to metalcasting-and the accompanying redesigns-paid dividends for these components. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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Nov 1, 2021 |
870 |
CASTING SOURCE. |
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Nov 1, 2021 |
523 |
AFS honors metalcasters for EHS achievements. |
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Nov 1, 2021 |
520 |
Making Time for Opportunities. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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Oct 1, 2021 |
442 |
Indoor Air Quality: Know Your Data, Demonstrate Action, And Don't Set Your Money on Fire: Three experts talk about moving past fear and overwhelm to reboot an effective plan for controlling exposures and complying with regulations ... no matter the challenges to get there. |
Phelan, Kim |
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Oct 1, 2021 |
2701 |
Warning over iPhone shortage as China turns off the power; A number of products made in China could run short before Christmas. |
By, Neil Shaw |
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Sep 27, 2021 |
646 |
Factories, Homes In China Hit By Power Cuts. |
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Sep 27, 2021 |
654 |
Flexing for Success. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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Aug 1, 2021 |
452 |
Lethiguel SAS completes acquisition of Midland Technologies Inc. |
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Aug 1, 2021 |
158 |
FROM BOARD ROOM TO CORE ROOM: CaneKast Executes a Spreading Strategy: With local acquisitions in three U.S. geographies in four years, the growing casting group is attracting customers with a compelling system to reshore parts--thus curing manufacturers' supply chain woes and empowering them to charge American-made premiums. |
Phelan, Kim |
Cover story |
Aug 1, 2021 |
2537 |
New ASTM Standard Will Help Manage Heat Stress and Heat Strain in Foundries: The standard provides useful guidance based on best practices shared through a 2018 AFS foundry industry study. |
Slavin, Thomas |
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Aug 1, 2021 |
1680 |
OSHA Launches Regional Inspection Program: THE PROGRAM WILL FOCUS ON HAZARDOUS NOISE IN MANUFACTURING IN ILLINOIS, OHIO AND WISCONSIN. |
Salmon, Stephanie |
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Jul 1, 2021 |
233 |
AFS Issues Call for Papers for CastExpo/Metalcasting Congress 2022. |
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Jul 1, 2021 |
207 |
Metalcasting's Recruiting Challenge. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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Jun 1, 2021 |
659 |
AFS Joins Over 100 Associations in Letter to Congress Opposing Death Tax for Family-Owned Businesses. |
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Jun 1, 2021 |
175 |
Flexing for Success: Metalcasting Congress Show Goes On: Undeterred by extenuating circumstances, industry representatives connected virtually at the online Metalcasting Congress, which featured 68 management and technical sessions plus company exhibits showcasing the industry's latest technologies. |
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May 1, 2021 |
1474 |
Two Sessions Exploring the Business and Science of Metalcasting: Recaps of two special AFS Technical Division lectures given during Metalcasting Congress 2021 are shared here, one exploring cast iron trends and another revisiting a 25-year-old paper on corebox air flow variations. |
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May 1, 2021 |
1223 |
Pittsburg State's Mini Foundry Connects With the Next Generation of Metalcasters. |
Lechner, Pam |
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May 1, 2021 |
485 |
Carrier Vibrating Equipment, Inc. |
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May 1, 2021 |
455 |
Thermtronix[R] Corporation. |
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May 1, 2021 |
458 |
4: AFS Committees--Establishing the Foundation for Knowledge Transfer. |
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Apr 1, 2021 |
663 |
6: Health, Safety and the Environment. |
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Apr 1, 2021 |
1501 |
7: Metalcasting Congress and CastExpo: To Teach & Learn; To Show & Be Shown. |
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Apr 1, 2021 |
573 |
12: Challenges, Opportunities and Innovation at a Break-Neck Pace. |
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Apr 1, 2021 |
719 |
15: A Legacy in Publications. |
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Apr 1, 2021 |
1013 |
16: Attracting Young People to the Industry. |
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Apr 1, 2021 |
308 |
AFS Supports Strengthening Buy American: THE NEW BIPARTISON LEGISLATION SEEKS TO TIGHTEN LOOPHOLES ALLOWING FEDERAL AGENCIES TO USE WAIVERS FOR OVERSEAS SOURCING. |
Salmon, Stephanie |
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Mar 1, 2021 |
288 |
Establishing Safer, More Sustainable Foundries. |
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Mar 1, 2021 |
592 |
Historic ironworking name revived by castings group. |
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Feb 9, 2021 |
215 |
Becoming More Sustainable: Three case studies show how foundries reduced their consumption and environment footprint. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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Feb 1, 2021 |
1823 |
Hayrynen to receive 2021 AFS Gold Medal. |
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Feb 1, 2021 |
265 |
The Casting Congress: To Teach and to Learn. |
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Feb 1, 2021 |
378 |
FEF partners on video contest showcasting metalcasting to teens. |
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Jan 1, 2021 |
257 |
Metal Technologies is celebrating the milestone of its chairman Rick L. James reaching fifty years working in the metalcasting industry. |
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Jan 1, 2021 |
194 |
U.S. Metalcasting Industry Outlook: After a year of COVID-19-related setbacks, the forecasted metalcasting industry revenue growth rate for the next five years is 7.5% per year. |
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Jan 1, 2021 |
810 |
Pace Industries receives $100 million in revolving credit line. |
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Dec 1, 2020 |
203 |
Metalcasting: Industry Year In Review: Modern Casting reviews the major foundry news from the last 12 months. |
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Dec 1, 2020 |
2868 |
Registration, exhibit sales opening for virtual Metalcasting Congress. |
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Dec 1, 2020 |
341 |
Plans to create alloy wheels factory in Fort William scrapped in favour of recycling facility; Plans to create a major alloy wheels factory at a Fort William smelter have been scrapped in favour of a new recycling and casting facility that could create 70 jobs. |
Scott Reid |
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Nov 17, 2020 |
581 |
GM puts $32 million into casting facility upgrades. |
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Nov 1, 2020 |
190 |
Women in Metalcasting announces virtual career workshop. |
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Oct 1, 2020 |
179 |
Advanced Casting Research Center relocates to UCI. |
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Sep 1, 2020 |
811 |
Two prestigious awards go to Humtown Products. |
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Sep 1, 2020 |
791 |
Modern Casting's Role in the AFS Mission. |
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Sep 1, 2020 |
402 |
CARBO Ceramics Inc. |
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Aug 1, 2020 |
218 |
AFS announces 25 new Corporate Members. |
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Aug 1, 2020 |
223 |
FACING VALUE: Five casting industry professionals discuss the rigors and rewards of delivering value-add services to an ever-demanding marketplace. |
Phelan, Kim |
Cover story |
Jul 1, 2020 |
2402 |
The Inaugural Convention. |
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Jul 1, 2020 |
376 |
UWM Students Host Girls Engineering Camp. |
Lechner, Pam |
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Jul 1, 2020 |
408 |
Shining a Light on the Importance of Metalcasting. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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Jun 1, 2020 |
466 |
USMCA to take effect July 1. |
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Jun 1, 2020 |
309 |
Metalcasting Supply Chain Responds: The coronavirus pandemic has disrupted the global supply chain; the casting industry's efforts to provide relief start locally. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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Jun 1, 2020 |
1569 |
Foundries' Economic Impact: The U.S. metalcasting industry has a total national economic impact of $110.52 billion, including foundries and their suppliers. |
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Jun 1, 2020 |
1010 |
AFS updates Mold & Core Handbook, Metalcasting Dictionary. |
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Jun 1, 2020 |
180 |
Chance to fly flag for enterprise with royal recognition. |
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May 26, 2020 |
222 |
Pride for pair after they receive royal recognition; Businesses see excellence in innovation and international trade rewarded with Queen's Award. |
JAMES PUGH james.pugh@mnamedia.co.uk |
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May 5, 2020 |
402 |
Lethbridge Iron Works, BRP-US Win Castings of the Year: Two castings exhibited the strengths of the casting industry in different ways to be named winners of this year's AFS Casting Competition. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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May 1, 2020 |
2432 |
Industry Leaders Honored With Awards: Many members of the metalcasting community have contributed greatly to the industry, and their efforts are recognized here. |
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May 1, 2020 |
1487 |
AFS communicates with governors about the essential foundry industry. |
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May 1, 2020 |
195 |
Recent grad discusses career path to metalcasting. |
Lechner, Pam |
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May 1, 2020 |
416 |
B&L Information Systems, Inc. |
Laney, Philip |
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May 1, 2020 |
546 |
Magaldi Technologies LLC. |
Magalid, Paolo |
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May 1, 2020 |
440 |
Thermtronix Corporation. |
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May 1, 2020 |
482 |
50 jobs are lost as firm enters administration. |
JOHN CORSER john.corser@mnamedia.co.uk |
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Apr 23, 2020 |
331 |
Delight as the Queen's Awards for Enterprise winners named. |
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Awards list |
Apr 21, 2020 |
327 |
Delight as the Queen's Awards for Enterprise winners named. |
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Awards list |
Apr 21, 2020 |
327 |
Resources for Metalcasting: AFS has compiled resources for metalcasters facing the COVID-19 crisis. |
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Apr 1, 2020 |
3675 |
Foundry 4.0 & the Future: How foundries operate in the future may look and feel much different than metalcasting operations of today. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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Apr 1, 2020 |
942 |
Process and Data Automation for the Mid-Sized Foundry: Industry 4.0 can propel metalcasting facilities, but automation means more than robotics. |
Lagrant, Jim |
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Apr 1, 2020 |
2043 |
AFS pushes for provisions in stimulus package to benefit metalcasters. |
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Apr 1, 2020 |
809 |
AFS urges administration to classify metalcasting as essential industry. |
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Apr 1, 2020 |
190 |
Meeting Customer Demands: Three examples of success stories show how foundries are working with their customers to reach their goals. |
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Mar 1, 2020 |
1493 |
AFS Individual Awards. |
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Mar 1, 2020 |
434 |
AFS releases Mold & Core Test update. |
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Mar 1, 2020 |
222 |
Truscanian's former foundry site in Oldbury set to be sold. |
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Feb 18, 2020 |
368 |
Connecting the Dots in Technology. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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Feb 1, 2020 |
585 |
Hiring Still a Challenge: Metalcasters have two choices when it comes to staffing: adapt, or move forward with potentially key spots left open. |
Sandalow, Brian |
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Feb 1, 2020 |
1103 |
Onsite Power Generation. |
Reinke, Brian |
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Feb 1, 2020 |
803 |
Leading exciting innovations. |
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Jan 16, 2020 |
217 |
Knapp paintings to be exhibited. |
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Jan 1, 2020 |
273 |
Sales Slow in 2019; Slight Growth Projected for 2020: Following a year that saw 12% growth, casting sales softened slightly in 2019. |
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Jan 1, 2020 |
643 |
FEF Holds Conference, Hands Out Awards. |
Lechner, Pam |
Conference notes |
Jan 1, 2020 |
447 |
DEMOLITION PLAN FOR LISTED HOUSE; Historic home with links to famous foundry set to be flattened and parts sent to museum. |
THOMAS PARKES thomas.parkes@mnamedia.co.uk |
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Dec 17, 2019 |
318 |
How's Business? |
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Dec 1, 2019 |
113 |
2019 YEAR IN REVIEW: Modern Casting takes a look back at the past 12 months in the metalcasting industry. |
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Dec 1, 2019 |
2371 |
Automotive Parts Die-Casting Market 2019 Global Trend, Segmentation And Opportunities Forecast To 2022. |
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Nov 11, 2019 |
727 |
Gold Medal Winners announced. |
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Nov 1, 2019 |
205 |
Corporate Members have new workforce benefit. |
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Nov 1, 2019 |
146 |
Martinrea International Inc. Announces Strategic Relationship With Millison Die Casting. |
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Oct 23, 2019 |
746 |
How's Business? |
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Oct 1, 2019 |
134 |
Ushering in the Industry's Future. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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Oct 1, 2019 |
437 |
Automating Metalcasting Operations: Metalcasting facilities can improve productivity and solve issues with labor shortages by automating. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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Oct 1, 2019 |
1565 |
University of Northern Iowa Additive Manufacturing Center. |
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Sep 1, 2019 |
115 |
Pouring Multiple Metals? Here's 7 Things to Remember: From training to marking alloys, there are many ways for metalcasters to succeed when working with different alloys and metals. |
Sandalow, Brian |
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Sep 1, 2019 |
1111 |
AFS welcomes new members. |
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Sep 1, 2019 |
169 |
Aluminum Castings Market with Current Trends Analysis 2018-2028. |
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Aug 24, 2019 |
858 |
Aluminum Castings Market with Current Trends Analysis 2018-2028. |
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Aug 23, 2019 |
872 |
General Motors to commemorate 100th anniversary of Saginaw plant. |
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Aug 22, 2019 |
150 |
Duane Rice: The Man With the Motorcycle That Tells a Story. |
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Aug 1, 2019 |
389 |
Energy Committee Advances AFS-Supported Critical Minerals Legislation. |
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Aug 1, 2019 |
213 |
Call for papers and presentations for 124th Metalcasting Congress. |
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Aug 1, 2019 |
161 |
Young Pro Flourishing After Involvement With FEF. |
Lechner, Pam |
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Aug 1, 2019 |
362 |
Skylights are highlight of new gallery. |
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Jul 17, 2019 |
307 |
Matchbox is striking out a new range. |
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Jul 7, 2019 |
122 |
The Case for Employee Retention. |
Wilkinson, Randy |
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Jul 1, 2019 |
170 |
Conversations on Capitol Hill: Metalcasters convened in Washington, D.C., to ask for investment in infrastructure and legislation that supports U.S. manufacturing. |
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Jul 1, 2019 |
2308 |
From Strange to Commonplace. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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Jun 1, 2019 |
505 |
OSHA Spring Agenda Contains Several Issues Important to Metalcasting. |
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Jun 1, 2019 |
333 |
Calculating When Printed Patterns Are Viable for Production: In a study, 15 cast parts and patterns were analyzed to determine general baselines for when printed patterns are cost-effective and time-effective compared to traditional tooling. |
Weaver, Sharon; Mueller, Tom |
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Jun 1, 2019 |
1771 |
11 Tips for Communicating in a Crisis: By having an emergency communication plan in place, foundries can respond quickly and accurately white avoiding mistakes that could make the problem worse. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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Jun 1, 2019 |
1740 |
Metalcasting experts listed in speakers bureau for event planning. |
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Jun 1, 2019 |
157 |
BRIDGNORTH BOYS BAG A DOUBLE SUCCESS. |
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May 16, 2019 |
248 |
AFS Advocates for Small Business Pass-Through Write-Off Permanence: THE BILL WOULD MAKE PERMANENT THE 2017 TAX OVERHAUL'S 20% WRITE-OFF FOR INCOME FROM PASS-THROUGH ENTITIES. |
Salmon, Stephanie; Hannapel, Jeff; Richter, Christian |
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May 1, 2019 |
250 |
Modern Technology on Display at CastExpo: Exhibitors from all parts of the supply chain presented their products to attendees of CastExpo in Atlanta. |
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May 1, 2019 |
2342 |
14th International Foundry Trade Fair Set for June: The metalcasting trade fairs GIFA, METEC, THERMPROCESS, and NEWCAST will be held June 25-29 in Dusseldorf, Germany. |
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May 1, 2019 |
993 |
CastExpo a valuable experience for students. |
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May 1, 2019 |
312 |
Epic Machine Inc. |
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May 1, 2019 |
257 |
Magaldi Technologies LLC. |
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May 1, 2019 |
431 |
Thermtronix[R] Corporation. |
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May 1, 2019 |
484 |
TAKE PART IN CASTING INDUSTRY RESEARCH. |
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May 1, 2019 |
109 |
MYKE Technologies - New Products: Aluminium Die-Castings. |
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Apr 26, 2019 |
365 |
AFS recognized by FEF for corporate support. |
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Apr 1, 2019 |
125 |
Supreme Court Digest: March 27, 2019. |
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Mar 28, 2019 |
667 |
Case Study in Reducing Shrinkage in Aluminum Castings Using Thermal Management: An aluminum foundry collaborated with its resin supplier and the University of Northern Iowa to solve a microshrinkage defect in a complex casting. |
Biersner, Brodie; Ravi, Sairam; Giese, Scott |
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Mar 1, 2019 |
2270 |
Doncasters Southern Tool expansion to add 50 jobs. |
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Feb 1, 2019 |
103 |
CastExpo 2019: European Industry Expert to Speak. |
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Feb 1, 2019 |
221 |
Flexibility in the Workforce: Allowing staff more freedom in their hours can bring a happier workforce and help recruiting, as long as all work gets done. |
Sandalow, Brian |
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Feb 1, 2019 |
1172 |
CALENDAR. |
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Calendar |
Feb 1, 2019 |
612 |
AFS outlines 2019 public policy priorities. |
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Feb 1, 2019 |
242 |
Air Products Foundation to donate to AFS Institute for each visitor at CastExpo 2019. |
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Feb 1, 2019 |
310 |
AFS releases foundry wage and salary reports. |
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Feb 1, 2019 |
136 |
Bye Makes Mark on the Industry. |
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Jan 1, 2019 |
788 |
U.S. Casting Sales Reach $33.1 Billion: The U.S. metalcasting industry is expected to see 1.9% growth in 2019 following a very strong 2018. |
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Jan 1, 2019 |
606 |
Automating the Finishing: Automatic grinding can add multiple benefits, such as efficiency, safety and a wider pool of employees, to a metalcasting operation. |
Sandalow, Brian |
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Jan 1, 2019 |
1267 |
2018: The Year in Review: Modern Casting takes a look back at the past 12 months in the metalcasting industry. |
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Jan 1, 2019 |
1928 |
Winning the Reputation Challenge. |
Jefferson, Rich |
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Jan 1, 2019 |
752 |
CALENDAR. |
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Calendar |
Jan 1, 2019 |
499 |
College Industry Conference Plays Valuable Role in Employment. |
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Conference notes |
Jan 1, 2019 |
398 |
Eagle Alloy Honored as Michigan Manufacturer of the Year. |
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Brief article |
Dec 1, 2018 |
238 |
EJ celebrates new facility with ceremony, open house. |
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Brief article |
Dec 1, 2018 |
239 |
Busche Performance Group. |
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Brief article |
Dec 1, 2018 |
160 |
Global Casting Production Expands: CENSUS OF WORLD CASTING PRODUCTION: Worldwide casting production grew by 5.3% during a busy 2017. |
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Dec 1, 2018 |
1316 |
Designing Cores With Virtual Design of Experiments: Virtual design of experiments and coremaking simulation can help establish cost-effective production parameters that can be applied to other casting jobs within a foundry. |
Blandino, Mauricio Velazquez; Wagner, Ingo; Sturm, Joerg |
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Dec 1, 2018 |
2802 |
Metalcasting Journey for UWM student includes impactful internship. |
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Dec 1, 2018 |
496 |
Investors buy Sivyer Steel. |
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Brief article |
Oct 1, 2018 |
198 |
Estes visits Kansas Castings. |
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Brief article |
Oct 1, 2018 |
136 |
Industry Makes Its Pitch to Students: With a predicted skills gap looming in the near future for manufacturing, industry groups are working together to spread the message about careers in metalcasting. |
Wetzel, Shannon; Costin, Joe |
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Oct 1, 2018 |
1542 |
Learning the Craft: Universities across the country are using numerous techniques to engage and educate the next generation. |
Sandalow, Brian |
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Oct 1, 2018 |
1875 |
WORDS OF ADVICE: Today's Executives Speak to Tomorrow's Leaders: Leaders from the industry share words of wisdom and practical tips for creating a successful, satisfying career in metalcasting. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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Oct 1, 2018 |
2135 |
Cutting edge technology at forefront of AFS additive conference. |
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Conference news |
Oct 1, 2018 |
384 |
Trade show pro offers free web training to CastExpo exhibitors. |
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Oct 1, 2018 |
225 |
Foundry Leadership Conference attracts global crowd. |
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Conference news |
Oct 1, 2018 |
352 |
CALENDAR. |
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Calendar |
Oct 1, 2018 |
405 |
Cleaning without compromise: MecWash helps global die-casting manufacturer increase production and cleanliness levels without compromise. |
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Sep 1, 2018 |
497 |
CALENDAR. |
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Calendar |
Sep 1, 2018 |
630 |
Epic Machine Inc. |
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Sep 1, 2018 |
130 |
Collaborative Robots: What You Should Know: The touchsensitive, safety-minded devices occupy a growing niche as manufacturers find new, truly collaborative applications. |
Anderson, Michael |
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Aug 1, 2018 |
1042 |
CALENDAR. |
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Calendar |
Aug 1, 2018 |
344 |
The Future of Business Sustainability: AFS Additive Conference. |
Jefferson, Rich |
Conference news |
Aug 1, 2018 |
765 |
AFS conference focuses on meeting OEM demand for additive. |
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Conference news |
Aug 1, 2018 |
132 |
Saltillo Students Host Platteville Counterparts. |
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Aug 1, 2018 |
398 |
Dotson Iron Castings honored with award. |
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Brief article |
Jul 1, 2018 |
218 |
Private equity firm acquires Wellman Dynamics. |
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Jun 1, 2018 |
233 |
Albco adds ISO certification. |
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Brief article |
Jun 1, 2018 |
131 |
Palmer Manufacturing & Supply Inc. |
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Brief article |
Jun 1, 2018 |
124 |
Priorities of Federal Labor Agencies Unveiled in Spring 2018 Regulatory Agenda: BOTH OSHA AND THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR REVEALED THEIR GOALS FOR UPCOMING LEGISLATIVE ACTION. |
Salmon, Stephanie; Hannapel, Jeff; Richter, Christian |
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Jun 1, 2018 |
193 |
Making the Case in Washington. |
Salmon, Stephanie |
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Jun 1, 2018 |
1371 |
LAWMAKERS HONORED FOR SUPPORTING METALCASTING. |
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Jun 1, 2018 |
246 |
METALCASTER OF THE YEAR: Sustainability Drives Waupaca Foundry: Waupaca Foundry has made significant reductions in energy and water consumption through a focused, analytical management approach. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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Jun 1, 2018 |
2219 |
CHANGING PERCEPTIONS: The Need for an "Unbalanced Force": The metalcasting industry can positively affect its future if it shows outsiders what it's really about. |
Oman, Daniel E. |
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Jun 1, 2018 |
2808 |
AFS accepting sponsors for metalcasting conferences. |
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Conference news |
Jun 1, 2018 |
213 |
CastExpo 2019 calls for papers and presentations. |
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Jun 1, 2018 |
135 |
19 TIPS for Additive Manufacturing Design: 3D printing offers more design flexibility than traditional manufacturing methods, but it also has some unique constraints. |
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Jun 1, 2018 |
1059 |
Rapid Metalcasting Methods: Rapid manufacturing bridges the gap from prototype to production and opens doors to design flexibility. |
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Jun 1, 2018 |
1455 |
The Many Dimensions of 3D Printing: 3D printing has applications in many parts of the metalcasting industry and allows facilities and clients to achieve numerous different constructions and positive outcomes. |
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Jun 1, 2018 |
842 |
EGA surpasses 30m tonnes cast metal landmark. |
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May 20, 2018 |
284 |
Ally, Not Adversary. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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May 1, 2018 |
487 |
Knapp Painting Metalcasting History. |
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May 1, 2018 |
606 |
High Pressure Boost Pump Housing. |
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May 1, 2018 |
141 |
Metalcasting Congress Gathers Industry to Texas: Attendees from suppliers, metalcasters and end-users convened in Fort Worth for the industry's biggest annual event. |
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May 1, 2018 |
1306 |
Metalcasting's Future Through New Ideas and Innovation: A sampling of presentations from the AFS Metalcasting Congress in Fort Worth, Texas, focuses on ways to move the industry forward into a new period of prosperity. |
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May 1, 2018 |
1809 |
DESIGN & ENGINEERING FOR TOOLING-LESS SAND AND INVESTMENT CASTINGS USING THE ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING PROCESS. |
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May 1, 2018 |
104 |
Foundry Leadership Conference filled with slate of high-level speakers and industry experts. |
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Conference news |
May 1, 2018 |
408 |
New AFS website provides enhanced online experience. |
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Website overview |
May 1, 2018 |
286 |
FEF Students Exposed to Industry at Metalcasting Congress. |
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May 1, 2018 |
443 |
Controlling Mold Accuracy. |
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May 1, 2018 |
397 |
Signicast Acquires Consolidated Casting to Expand Outside Wisconsin. |
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Apr 26, 2018 |
164 |
Deal snapshot: SIGNICAST ACQUIRES CONSOLIDATED CASTING TO EXPAND OUTSIDE WISCONSIN. |
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Apr 26, 2018 |
101 |
Signicast Acquires Consolidated Casting to Expand Outside Wisconsin. |
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Apr 26, 2018 |
171 |
M and A Navigator: Deal pipeline -26 April. |
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Apr 26, 2018 |
2764 |
M and A Navigator: Deal pipeline -26 April. |
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Apr 26, 2018 |
2736 |
Signicast closes Consolidated Casting Corporation acquisition. |
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Apr 23, 2018 |
212 |
JOHNSON. |
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Apr 15, 2018 |
215 |
The Best Time for Infrastructure Investment? Now. |
Kurkul, Doug |
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Apr 1, 2018 |
457 |
Rockford Foundries president building with Habitat for Humanity. |
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Apr 1, 2018 |
636 |
Solving the Problems in Your Foundry: A systematic approach to identifying problems and achieving solutions can help metalcasters meet customer expectations and avoid unnecessary costs of quality. |
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Apr 1, 2018 |
1957 |
10 Safety Rules to Remember: Some OSHA regulations and standards are less obvious, but that doesn't mean they can be forgotten by metalcasters. |
Sandalow, Brian; Garesche, Juliette |
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Apr 1, 2018 |
1906 |
Iowa diecaster achieves heat relief with powerful heat cannons. |
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Apr 1, 2018 |
733 |
Taking Action. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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Mar 1, 2018 |
470 |
GF Automotive, a division of GF, is purchasing 100% of Precicast Industrial Holding SA. |
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Brief article |
Mar 1, 2018 |
149 |
EPA Delays WOTUS Rule for Two Years. |
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Brief article |
Mar 1, 2018 |
288 |
U.S. Metalcasting at a Glance: We break down the U.S. metalcasting industry by metal, process, state, and value-added services. |
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Mar 1, 2018 |
315 |
Texas to Host Metalcasting Congress: People from all sectors of the metalcasting supply chain will be traveling to Fort Worth, Texas, next month for information on the latest trends of the industry. |
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Mar 1, 2018 |
548 |
AFS Service Citation. |
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Mar 1, 2018 |
113 |
CALENDAR. |
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Calendar |
Mar 1, 2018 |
496 |
Wheaton man picked for vacant seat on Dist. 89 school board. |
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Feb 14, 2018 |
389 |
AFS launches new library with mobile-friendly design. |
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Feb 1, 2018 |
297 |
Branding Yourself: Which Social Platforms Work Best for You? |
Deckers, Erik |
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Feb 1, 2018 |
815 |
Lodge Manufacturing opens second Tennessee foundry. |
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Jan 1, 2018 |
195 |
Mark McGowan, who joined AFS in August 2012 and worked in advertising sales and marketing for Modern Casting and Global Casting Magazine, has retired. |
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Jan 1, 2018 |
109 |
U.S. Casting Sales to Reach $33 Billion: The U.S. metalcasting industry is expected to see 4.7% growth from 2017-2018 and 1.8% growth in 2018-2019. |
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Jan 1, 2018 |
1418 |
Real-Time Monitoring for SILICA EXPOSURE ANALYSIS: Real-time monitoring of silica exposure levels was used in a case study to determine sources of concentrations in the grinding and chipping area of a casting facility. |
Pylkas, Eric; Scholz, Robert |
Case study |
Jan 1, 2018 |
2019 |
AFS and FEF: Attracting the Next Generation. |
Kurkul, Doug |
Conference notes |
Dec 1, 2017 |
500 |
OBITUARIES. |
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Obituary |
Dec 1, 2017 |
316 |
Alliant Castings' Pattern of Progress: The small abrasion resistant iron casting facility keeps focused on its alloy niche while pushing for continuous technological improvements like 3-D printing that optimize and maximize its resources. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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Dec 1, 2017 |
1818 |
Anticipatory Organizations Know the Future, and So Can You. |
Jefferson, Rich |
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Dec 1, 2017 |
775 |
AFS offers Insurance Solutions for Corporate Members. |
Meyer, Scott |
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Dec 1, 2017 |
259 |
A Culture of Collaboration, Notes From a Newcomer. |
Yates, Ben |
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Dec 1, 2017 |
625 |
Ontario government invests $137,000 into Dynacast expansion in Peterborough. |
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Brief article |
Nov 1, 2017 |
137 |
Grondin a leader on the water and in the business world. |
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Nov 1, 2017 |
626 |
Considerations for PPE in Melting & Pouring for Foundries: PPE requirements mean that each job and related work activity should be evaluated for risk, and that hazard assessments are crucial parts of safety. |
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Excerpt |
Nov 1, 2017 |
1523 |
AFS publishes third edition of Aluminum Castings Technology. |
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Nov 1, 2017 |
243 |
CALENDAR. |
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Calendar |
Nov 1, 2017 |
314 |
Manufacturers Index. |
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Directory |
Nov 1, 2017 |
15457 |
Toyota invests in two aluminum facilities. |
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Nov 1, 2017 |
127 |
Rep. Bustos Tours Galesburg Castings. |
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Oct 1, 2017 |
120 |
Renacci Visits REFCOTEC. |
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Oct 1, 2017 |
326 |
Cutting Through the Challenges: AAM's Columbiana lost foam casting facility tackled a difficult project thanks to ingenuity and teamwork with its customer. |
Sandalow, Brian |
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Oct 1, 2017 |
1459 |
Paradigm Shift Ahead for AFS Online Library. |
Lakas, Mike |
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Oct 1, 2017 |
716 |
AFS member testifies on burdensome regulations at SBA hearing in Washington, D.C.. |
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Sep 1, 2017 |
162 |
Batesville Products Inc. measures up: the aluminum permanent mold casting business relies on measurement and analysis to propel its continuous improvement projects. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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Sep 1, 2017 |
2007 |
Technologies and benchmarking. |
Connor, Zayna |
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Sep 1, 2017 |
765 |
Calendar. |
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Calendar |
Sep 1, 2017 |
667 |
A baseball trade and a lesson for metalcasters. |
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Aug 1, 2017 |
276 |
Continuous energy benchmarking for the metalcasting industry. |
Reinke, Brian |
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Aug 1, 2017 |
797 |
Calendar. |
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Calendar |
Aug 1, 2017 |
215 |
Industry eyes changing tides in Washington: regulatory reform, tax reform, trade, silica and infrastructure are priority legislative issues for the U.S. metalcasting industry this year. |
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Jul 1, 2017 |
1883 |
Future leaders in metalcasting: going boldly into the future. |
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Jul 1, 2017 |
365 |
AFS calendar. |
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Calendar |
Jul 1, 2017 |
312 |
Division notebook: Molding Methods and Materials heavy on applied research and innovation. |
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Jul 1, 2017 |
469 |
Mold line operator hoping invention pops. |
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Jun 1, 2017 |
732 |
Assessing the root cause of metalcasting injuries: unsafe acts are seldom the root cause of industrial injuries, and a deeper analysis of potential underlying causes is needed. |
Schorn, Ted J. |
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Jun 1, 2017 |
2798 |
The power of and need for research in metalcasting: while the industry can do better in some areas, there are opportunities for growth and improvement. |
Trinowski, Doug |
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Jun 1, 2017 |
2090 |
AFS represents metalcasting at RAPID + TCT. |
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Jun 1, 2017 |
200 |
Calendar. |
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Calendar |
Jun 1, 2017 |
413 |
Process energy benchmarking for the metalcasting industry. |
Reinke, Brian |
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Jun 1, 2017 |
768 |
B&L Information Systems, Inc. |
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Jun 1, 2017 |
511 |
Sinto America. |
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Jun 1, 2017 |
333 |
Epic Machine Inc. |
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Jun 1, 2017 |
131 |
Pangborn Group. |
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Company overview |
Jun 1, 2017 |
355 |
Roshan invention granted patent. |
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May 1, 2017 |
204 |
Obituaries. |
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Brief article |
May 1, 2017 |
176 |
Midland's mix: the copper-base and aluminum sand casting facility balances branded product lines with jobbing work to keep the business healthy and stable. |
Wetzel, Shannon |
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May 1, 2017 |
1405 |
Metalcasting congress gathers the supply chain to Milwaukee: attendees from suppliers, metalcasters and end-users convened in Wisconsin for the industry's biggest annual event. |
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May 1, 2017 |
1996 |
The future of metalcasting through new ideas and innovation: a sampling of presentations from the AFS metalcasting congress in Milwaukee focuses on ways to move the industry forward into a new period of prosperity. |
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May 1, 2017 |
2332 |
The many dimensions of 3-D printing: 3-D printing has applications in many parts of the metalcasting industry and allows facilities and clients to achieve numerous different constructions and positive outcomes. |
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Apr 1, 2017 |
802 |
Using a complexity factor to calculate cost benefits of 3-D sand printing: a part complexity-based cost metric has been developed to analyze decisions for economically viable implementation of 3-D sand printing. |
Lenner, L.; Gullapalli, R.; Manogharan, G.; Lamoncha, B.; Fang, M. |
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Apr 1, 2017 |
2810 |
Plant energy benchmarking for the metalcasting industry. |
Reinke, Brian |
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Apr 1, 2017 |
756 |
Converting a bumper for landscaping and grounds care. |
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Apr 1, 2017 |
665 |
Improve results. |
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Conference notes |
Apr 1, 2017 |
265 |
Calendar. |
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Calendar |
Apr 1, 2017 |
551 |
84th AFS Southeast Regional gathers in Great Smoky Mountains. |
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Apr 1, 2017 |
273 |
Division notebook: active EHS Group tracks major regulations. |
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Apr 1, 2017 |
464 |
Latest Dynacast acquisition brings in Signicast. |
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Mar 1, 2017 |
312 |
Yankee Casting looking to rebuild. |
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Brief article |
Mar 1, 2017 |
111 |
Humtown, Youngstown State unveil 3-D printer. |
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Mar 1, 2017 |
327 |
Keynote speakers. |
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Mar 1, 2017 |
142 |
The Hub. |
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Brief article |
Mar 1, 2017 |
156 |
Individual awards. |
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Mar 1, 2017 |
271 |
Program. |
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Mar 1, 2017 |
2582 |