Metal Casting Resources
Support For Iron Casting Buyers and Design Engineers
American Foundry Society
The American Foundry Society is a U.S.-based metal casting society that assists to progress of the economic progress of the metal casting industry through information and educational programs.
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Casting Source Magazine
Sponsored by the American Foundry Society, Casting Source Magazine is a resource for metal casting buyers and design engineers. From general information on metal casting processes and alloys (available from both foundries and diecasters) to specific design advice, CSM offers a wide range of knowledge to aid in the successful design and sourcing of castings.
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Ductile Iron Society
Ductile Iron Society promotes the production and application of ductile iron through research, education, technology and quality control. The association aims to advance production standards by providing members casting design data, casting conversion information, as well as a host of other resources.
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SAE International
Society of Automotive Engineers, or SAE International, is a global association of more than 128,000 engineers and related technical experts in the aerospace, automotive and commercial vehicle industries.
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ASTM International
ASTM International, formerly known as the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), is a globally recognized leader in the development and delivery of international voluntary consensus standards. Today, some 12,000 ASTM standards are used around the world to improve product quality, enhance safety, facilitate market access and trade, and build consumer confidence.
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ASM International
ASM International serves materials professionals, nontechnical personnel, and managers worldwide by providing high-quality materials information, education and training, networking opportunities, and professional development resources in cost-effective and user-friendly formats.
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Scrap Price Bulletin
Scrap Price Bulletin (formerly Iron Age) is an essential, independent source for weekly ferrous scrap pricing.
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Foundry Education Foundation
The Foundry Educational Foundation supports the metal casting industry by encouraging partnerships among students, educators and foundries, helping today's students become tomorrow's leaders.
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