The WFO (World Foundry Organization)

The WFO is the recognized center of strategic foundry knowledge, designed to develop, enhance and improve the production of metal castings. Through the involvement of the member associations, in 30 countries the WFO creates a network of technical knowledge and resource that is a vital tool to every foundry association, foundry and foundry worker throughout the world. One of the main functions of the WFO is to unite the industry and disseminate appropriate information in a standardized and systematized manner at an annual event. To this end the World Foundry Congress, is held bi-annually for the presentation of technical papers and providing an adequate networking opportunity for those wishing to have a thorough understanding of the latest research and developments in the cast metals industry. In addition there are social events for delegates and their partners.