When we think of the World Cup, our minds immediately project images of star players elite-performing on the pitch, passionate fans chanting in unison, and monumental stadiums lit up on the night of the big match. However, beyond the athletic talent and stadium emotions, there is an invisible industrial engine that makes all of this possible.

When we think of a foundry’s shop floor, our minds immediately go to towering induction furnaces, incandescent pouring lines, automated molding systems, and robust blast cleaning equipment. But, living the metallurgical day-to-day for years as an engineer, there is one truth that never changes: our operation’s most valuable and complex asset moves on two legs. It is the human being.

The North American metalcasting industry is entering a significant period of transition and renewal. As the sector continues to navigate technological shifts and global economic changes, the American Foundry Society (AFS) has officially announced a leadership succession that will shape the organization’s direction for years to come.