Columns: Ceo column

Now more than ever, policy issues have major implications for metalcasters’ operations and profitability. Foundry and supplier representatives will be converging on Washington, D.C.

As the new year progresses, several key business trends are impacting metalcasters’ operations and profitability. This month’s column examines some of those trends.

Women and men in the $44 billion U.S. foundry industry are paying close heed to Washington these days—with good reason.

The safety record of America’s manufacturing plants in general, and metalcasting facilities in particular, has improved markedly over recent decades.