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Welcome to the Cleveland Akron Canton Ohio Chapter AFS Web page. The CAC AFS is one of the largest local chapters of the American Foundry Society in the United States. Northeastern Ohio has traditionally been a busy region for the metal-casting industry. Today, we boast a membership that includes over 300 foundrymen and suppliers in Northeastern Ohio. Members include owners, managers, salary and hourly employees from large and small foundries as well as suppliers to this industry.

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upcoming event

Upcoming Event(s)
When
Dec 12, 2024, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where
The Venue Banquet Center ,
10 Tallmadge Cir, Tallmadge, OH 44278, USA
  • KSU Scholarship Dinner
    Thu, Dec 12
    The Venue Banquet Center
    Dec 12, 2024, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Venue Banquet Center , 10 Tallmadge Cir, Tallmadge, OH 44278, USA
    Dec 12, 2024, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Venue Banquet Center , 10 Tallmadge Cir, Tallmadge, OH 44278, USA
    CAC AFS chapter proudly hosts a scholarship dinner to honor a deserving Kent State University student
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  • Scrap Metals & Industry Updates
    Thu, Jan 09
    Tallmadge
    Jan 09, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Tallmadge, 10 Tallmadge Cir, Tallmadge, OH 44278, USA
    Jan 09, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Tallmadge, 10 Tallmadge Cir, Tallmadge, OH 44278, USA
    John Wassell from Omnisource will be giving a presentation on the latest in scrap metals and an overall industry update.
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  • Refractory Coatings
    Thu, Feb 13
    The Venue Banquet Center
    Feb 13, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Venue Banquet Center , 10 Tallmadge Cir, Tallmadge, OH 44278, USA
    Feb 13, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Venue Banquet Center , 10 Tallmadge Cir, Tallmadge, OH 44278, USA
    Dave Wende from ASK Chemicals will be giving a presentation on the importance of refractory coatings and how they can help or hurt you in our industry.
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education

Education

scholarships

KSU & YSU STUDENTS

SCHOLARSHIP SUBMISSION IS CLOSED AT THIS TIME. PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR UPDATES FOR THE 2025 SUBMISSIONS

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Become a Sponsor

BECOME A SPONSOR

By sponsoring the CAC AFS chapter, you’re not just investing in the future of the foundry industry—you’re aligning with a community that’s relentlessly pushing the boundaries of innovation and progress. Your support helps foster the next generation of leaders, while gaining your brand exposure among a network of hardworking, forward-thinking professionals. Join us in driving meaningful change and shaping the future of the world through continuous improvement and groundbreaking advancements.

Thank you for your interest!

our sponsors

Discover Our Work

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our sponsors for their generous support of the CAC AFS Chapter. Your commitment allows us to continue providing valuable resources, educational events, and networking opportunities for foundry professionals in our region. With your partnership, we are able to enhance the growth and success of the foundry industry, and we deeply appreciate your ongoing contributions to our mission. Thank you for being an integral part of our community!

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LINKS

AFS NATIONAL SITE

AFS NATIONAL SITE MEMBER REGISTRATION

FEFINC.ORG

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