Foundry Training, Collaboration, and a Few Corvette Laps at Road America
Last week, industry leaders and foundry professionals gathered for an unforgettable two-day training event at the iconic Road America racetrack in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. Co-hosted by Simpson Technologies, Saint-Gobain North America, Inductotherm Corp., Foseco, and MAGMA Foundry Technologies, Inc., the event was a powerful showcase of collaboration, education, and industry support.
With over 50 attendees representing 21 foundries, the seminar brought together a diverse cross-section of the metalcasting community. Participants engaged in in-depth technical sessions, open dialogue, and practical discussions aimed at solving today’s most pressing foundry challenges.
Each speaker provided technical insights and shared best practices and on topics such as:
- Furnace operation and maintenance
- Refractory selection and installation
- Gating and risering
- Tooling design
- Sand cooling and reclamation
- Process control and sustainability
These sessions equipped attendees with actionable knowledge to implement in their own operations.
And of course, it wouldn’t be Road America without a little speed—participants also enjoyed hot laps in Corvettes, adding a thrilling highlight to two days of learning and connection.
This event was more than just a training—it was a celebration of what’s possible when foundries support foundries. From technical deep dives to Corvette hot laps, the experience reinforced the strength of an industry built on collaboration and shared expertise.
