metalcasting reaches $44.3 billion in projected sales. metalcasting reaches $33 billion in projected sales. 1990-Two organizations merge to form the current AFS.1947-Shell molding is brought to the United States by the military from Europe.1946-President Truman thanks the American Foundry Association for contributions to the war effort.1941-1945: Foundries play an enormous role in defense-related production, helping to win World War II.1938-Predecessor magazine to Modern Casting is first published.1916-American Foundry Association first begins funding casting research.1907-First AFS student chapter is established at University of Minnesota.1907-Patent issued for first high-pressure die casting machine.1900-The first exclusively aluminum foundry in the U.S.1900-The growth of the auto industry coincides with increased demand for casting.1897-Investment casting is rediscovered in Iowa. ![]()
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