Industry Events

AFS Metalcasting Congress 2026

April 14, 2026 - April 16, 2026
Booth #322 | DeVos Place Convention Center | Grand Rapid, MI

We’re looking forward to attending the Metalcasting Congress again this year! The industry is dealing with a lot of fluctuations right now—from shifting material costs to the push for reshoring—and we’re showing up to talk about how metalcasters can stay steady through it all. Whether you're looking to get a better handle on your shop floor data or you just want to talk through some of the operational hurdles you're facing, stop by the booth. We'll be there to talk shop and share strategies that are helping other metalcasting operations succeed across North America.

Be sure to catch our speaking session! B&L project consultant, Cole Clayton, is giving a talk on job costing and breaking down where the money usually leaks out of a project and how to get a tighter grip on those numbers.

Here are the details:
- When: April 15, 1:45 PM
- Where: Casting Source Theater on the expo floor
- Topic: "Where Foundry Margins are Won and Lost"

If you’re attending the Metalcasting Congress, we'd love to see you there! Stop by booth #322 and join us for our session in the Casting Source Theater.

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NADCA Chapter 3 Dinner

April 23, 2026
Peppino's Downtown | Grand Rapids, MI

We'll be catching up with our local die casting community for the NADCA Chapter 3 Dinner meeting. This year’s "Solid Foundations" theme is a great fit for the current market, and we're glad to be part of the conversation.

B&L project consultant Cole Clayton will be leading a session on protecting your bottom line by identifying the hidden gaps between your initial quotes and your actual production costs.

We hope to see you there!

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Foundry Industry 4.0 Conference

July 28, 2026 - July 29, 2026
Booth #1 | DoubleTree by Hilton | Minneapolis, MN

Industry 4.0 is now more than a buzzword and modern foundries are using it to stay competitive.

We’re heading to Minneapolis this July to showcase how our software helps metalcasters bridge the gap between traditional casting and smart manufacturing. If you’re looking for ways to improve productivity and safety through better technology, we’d love to show you what we’ve been working on.

Stop by Booth #1 to see Odyssey ERP in action. Whether you are just starting your digital transformation or looking to refine your current tech stack, let’s discuss how to make Industry 4.0 work for your specific operation.

If you’re attending the conference, make sure to visit us at Booth #1 during the evening reception on July 28th or between sessions. We look forward to seeing how you’re shaping the future of your foundry!

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2026 Die Casting Congress & Tabletop

September 29, 2026 - October 1, 2026
Booth #301 | DeVos Place Convention Center | Grand Rapids, MI

We’re excited to head back to Grand Rapids this September for the die casting industry’s premier technical event. Between the shift toward structural castings and the increasing need for process automation, there is a lot to discuss regarding the future of North American die casting. We’ll be on-site to talk about how the right data strategy can help you navigate these changes while keeping your operations lean and competitive.

Stop by Booth #301 to catch up with our team and see how we’re helping die casters solve their toughest shop floor challenges.

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ICI 73rd Technical Conference & Equipment Expo

October 25, 2026 - October 28, 2026
Booth #213 | DeVos Place | Grand Rapids, MI

We are looking forward to joining the investment casting community this October for the industry’s primary forum on advancing casting science and engineering. We’ll be on-site to discuss how better data management and integrated software can help your operation meet these rigorous standards while staying efficient.

Stop by Booth #213 to catch up with our team. We’ll be sharing strategies that help investment casters maintain their competitive edge in high-stakes markets.

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