Mutations, lockdown and problems with regard to the procurement and administration of vaccines are dominating the public debates and concerns of the industry. Against this background, the German Foundry Industry Association nevertheless draws an encouraging conclusion from the now eighth member survey regarding the effects of the pandemic.

InCeight Casting is the congress that for the first time offers the overarching exchange of experience and knowledge of all disciplines involved in the product life cycle "cast component". The aim is to develop a common understanding of the various requirements for high-performance and efficient cast products.

Heiko Lickfett, Secretary General of CAEF since 2019, steps back for health reasons. At the CAEF Council meeting, Dr. Fynn-Willem Lohe was elected Interim Secretary General.

From exhaust regulations and flying taxes to a ban on plastic bags - the aspect of environmental protection has arrived in politics and society. But not only end consumers need to implement sustainable processes – foundries are also affected by this development.