The 75th World Foundry Conference was successfully held in Deyang from October 26 to 30, 2024, attracting more than 1,500 delegates from more than 30 countries and regions around the world.
75th World Foundry Conference Overview
Time: October 25-30, 2024 Venue: Deyang, Sichuan, China Organizer: International Foundry Association Organizer: China Foundry Association
Theme of the Foundry Conference
The theme of this year’s conference was “Innovation and Sustainability: New Opportunities for the Foundry Industry”. The participants had an in-depth discussion around the following key areas:
Green casting technology Successful cases were shared on how to reduce energy consumption, minimize waste and enhance resource recovery through new materials and processes.
Digital Transformation Discuss the application of smart manufacturing and big data analytics in improving production efficiency and product quality, and showcase the experience of companies that have successfully implemented them.
Industry Collaboration Provide a wide range of networking opportunities to promote cooperation and connections in the global foundry industry.
Participants' Reaction
Participants spoke highly of the organization and content of the conference as not only a platform to learn about cutting-edge technologies, but also an important opportunity to establish business contacts. Many delegates indicated that by participating in the presentations and discussions, they not only gained new knowledge but also broadened their horizons. Young professionals in particular said that the forum and networking sessions provided them with valuable opportunities to learn and grow, enabling them to make valuable connections within the industry.
Highlights
1. **Opening Speech**
Industry leaders shared future trends in the foundry industry, emphasizing the importance of innovation and sustainability.
2. **Statements by National WFO Executive Committee Members**
3. **Leading casting technology and product demonstrations**
Summary
The 75th World Foundry Conference provided a platform for foundry industry professionals to learn and exchange ideas, stimulating in-depth thinking on sustainability and digital transformation in the industry. Through the sharing of innovative experiences and technologies, participants were confident in the future of the foundry industry and look forward to working together to advance the industry in subsequent collaborations.