Welcome to Surface Engineering for High Performance Die Casting Tooling Workshop

Today’s competitive marketplace presents opportunities for innovation like never before. To help seize these opportunities, ASM International and the North American Die Casting Association have partnered to host this one-day workshop, bringing together some of the world’s foremost experts in the fields of dies, coatings, surface treatments, and failure mechanisms. These experts will address current and emerging developments in high performance die casting tooling, processes, and applications. 

This workshop begins with a look at the state of the technology and the industry. Keynote presentations will examine the fundamental science, and success stories will highlight specific engineering challenges met. Expert panelists will add their perspectives with facilitated question and answer sessions throughout. The workshop will conclude with an overview of NADCA’s and ASM International’s current strategic vision coupled with an open forum enabling participants and attendees alike to help determine what’s next.

You will learn:

• Latest coating systems and technologies for enhanced operation
• Techniques and processes to improve overall operation
  • Reduce downtime
  • Extend tool life
  • Increase productivity
  • Reduce costs
• Success stories from leading industry practitioners and researchers