AFS Corporate Member Erie Bronze and Aluminum Co. was featured in an episode of Fox Business Network’s acclaimed series, “Manufacturing Marvels” on September 30.
The segment showcased the foundry’s innovative approach to manufacturing and showed a behind-the-scenes look at its state-of-the-art facilities and technologies.
The AFS CastExpo show (Atlanta, April 12–15) will include a keynote lecture on manufacturing reshoring––AFS Member foundries are invited to share a customer success story for this important plenary presentation.
“Reshoring Update for North American Foundries” will be presented April 15 by Harry Moser, founder of The Reshoring Initiative. Please email him with a summary of a how your casting customer successfully reshored some or all of its business back to North America: harry.moser@reshorenow.org.
FEF Key Professor and Virginia Tech Professor of Practice Alan Druschitz, who runs the school’s Kroehling Advanced Materials Foundry, and student Victoria Rambo recently assisted the National Museum of the Marine Corps in creating replica pieces for a new exhibit.
Druschitz and Rambo created molds of metal missile fins, then poured molten metal into the molds to create lightweight replicas for the museum. Rambo used the experience to write and present a paper, a highlight for her resume when she enters the industry’s job market.
McWane Ductile’s New Jersey facility has initiated an Eagle Hardhat program in which team members can earn and maintain a specially branded hardhat through personal safety excellence.
Marco Gonzalez, corporate energy manager at AFS Corporate Member Waupaca Foundry, has been selected as the Energy Manager of the Year for the Midwest by the Association of Energy Engineers. The award was presented at the association’s regional awards in September.
AFS Corporate member Batesville Products Inc. (BPI), a foundry based in Southwest Indiana, released a new book introducing children to the foundry industry.
In The Hunt for Metal Treasure, three friends go on a pirate adventure to look for metal castings around town. They discover that metal castings are all around us–– from playgrounds and kitchens to dentist offices and construction sites. Many of the castings they find are based on real parts manufactured by Batesville Products.
AFS Corporate Member Grede reported its New Castle, Indiana, location celebrated two years of continuous work without a lost time incident.
“This achievement is a testament to our employees’ commitment to working safely every day,” said New Castle General Manager Mark Brock. “Their dedication to following proper safety procedures, looking out for each other, and maintaining a robust safety culture has made this milestone possible. This culture inspires us to strive for even greater safety achievements.”
Waupaca Foundry Plant 4 ductile iron foundry in Marinette, Wisconsin was recognized with the 2023 General Motors Supplier Quality Excellence Award (SQEA).
“As we continue to navigate an ever-challenging environment, know that (Waupaca’s) dedication to quality and shared goals is deeply appreciated,” said Executive Director of GM Global Supplier Quality & Development Rick Demuynck. GM’s global supplier quality team recognized Waupaca Foundry for consistently providing support and being a valued partner.
In preparation for celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2025, AFS Corporate Member DIDION unveiled the results of a major strategic rebranding in September.
AFS Corporate Member BCI Solutions Inc. was recognized with Health Rosetta’s Rosie Award at RosettaFest 2024 in mid-September. Hosted at the JW Marriott in Washington, D.C., the accolade celebrated BCI for its outstanding contributions and innovative leadership in the healthcare sector.