U.S. Metalcasters to Gather in D.C.; Make Your Voice Heard
It's not too late to make plans to attend the 2008 Government Affairs Conference on April 9-11 at The Madison Hotel, Washington, D.C. You don't want to miss this year's in depth overview of climate change legislation and how it will impact metalcasting facilities. Be sure to bring your environmental manager to hear about one of the most critical issues facing our industry, as well as:

Full CastExpo'08 registration includes entrance to the exhibits, as well as admittance to the more than 200 technical presentations, at a cost of $300 for AFS and NADCA members and $400 for non-members when purchased in advance. An exhibits-only registration option also is available at the advance rate of $50 (members) and $75 (non-members). Register early to take advantage of the unique opportunity to learn more about the latest metalcasting technologies, innovative production practices, ongoing research, successful management tools and more.

Tickets also may be purchased for the various special events, including an AFS/NADCA welcome reception (a premier event for 2008) the AFS Annual Banquet, the AFS President's Luncheon and Annual Business Meeting, and a spouse's "Simply Southern Tour."

Held every three years, CastExpo attracts thousands of decision-making metalcasters from around the world, all of whom are looking for the latest advancements in equipment, technology and services to use in their own facilities. Exhibit space is still available. For more information on exhibiting, contact Expo Productions at 262/367-5500. For registration or ticket purchase inquiries, contact Trish Margel, NADCA, at 877/810-2018.

Searching for New Opportunities? Career Center Available
In partnership with JobTarget, AFS is bridging the gap between metalcasting employer and employee with its metalcasting Career Center, which is available at www.afsinc.org/careercenter. Metalcasters wishing to browse open positions or post a resume may do so at no charge, while employers wishing to post employment opportunities or review resumes will incur a fee. AFS corporate members will receive premiere positioning when posting job openings on the website and also have access to purchasing multiple job postings at a discounted rate.

In conjunction with the metalcasting career center, MODERN CASTING and ENGINEERED CASTING SOLUTIONS magazines have redesigned their web-based classifieds for better functionality. Advertisers of used equipment and services now will have an opportunity for enhanced web exposure to accompany their print ads. For more information, or to place a classified ad, click here. For further information, contact Dave Krugman, AFS PR and marketing coordinator, at dkrugman@afsinc.org or 800/537-4237.

Participate in the CMI Chapter Course Competition
CMI is currently holding a competition for AFS chapters that co-sponsor CMI courses. The chapter with the highest attendance from within their chapter area will win $1,000 and three complimentary course registration certificates. Second place will receive $500 and two course certificates, and third place receives $250 and one course certificate. To qualify for the competition, the chapter must have at least 10 attendees. The contest will end in June, and entries must be submitted at that time.