Largest Metal Casting Exposition Scheduled for St. Louis, April 16-19
The largest metal casting trade show is scheduled for the St. Louis, MO America's Center, April 16-19.
Chicago, IL (PRWEB) February 1, 2005 -- CastExpo '05, the first joint
exposition of the American Foundry Society (AFS) and the North American Die
Casting Association (NADCA), will be held at America's Center in St. Louis, MO
from April 16-19.
This historic event will be the largest metal casting
exposition in North America, showcasing the latest research, the newest
technology and the most current process information. Industry officials are
projecting attendance for the four-day event to be in the 12,000 to 15,000
range, including significant overseas participation.
"Cast metal products
represent the very backbone of our automotive, appliance, telecommunications,
defense and construction industries," says NADCA President Daniel L. Twarog.
"CastExpo '05 will explore the new approaches and advanced methods that are
helping to keep our industry at the forefront of manufacturing
productivity."
More than 300 exhibitors will display the latest and most
innovative metal casting equipment, products, supplies and services. Educational
sessions will include over 150 technical and management presentations, with
experts from around the world addressing new technology, creative production
practices, ongoing research and successful management tools.
Exposition
attendees may also see applications of the latest technology through six plant
tours scheduled at St. Louis-area companies. They may also help honor industry
award winners at several recognition events, including the AFS & NADCA
Recognition Luncheon. At the luncheon, the Technical and Management Divisions of
AFS will recognize members for outstanding achievement with Division and Best
Paper Awards, and the Howard Taylor technical achievement and the Ray Witt
management awards will be presented. NADCA will recognize the Best Congress
Paper, Instructor of the Year and Technical Committee Member of the Year
recipients.
Based in Wheeling, IL, the Chicago area-based North American
Die Casting Association (NADCA) represents the world's most effective die
casters creating the world's best cast products. Working with a North American
die caster guarantees innovation, integrity, accessibility, and
reliability.
For more information, visit www.castexpo.com.
Contact:
Norwin A.
Merens
NM Marketing Communications
847.657.6011
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Daniel L. Twarog
North American Die Casting
Association
847.279.0001
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