Attendee Registration | 88th Annual Regional Foundry Conference & Expo

The Wisconsin Chapter AFS, Stateline Chapter, NEW Chapter, and the Regional Planning Committee proudly invite you to join us February 3–5, 2026 at the Brookfield Conference Center for one of the Midwest’s premier metalcasting events. Here’s why you don’t want to miss it:

·    Explore a Robust Expo Featuring 80+ Exhibitors

Get direct access to leading suppliers, equipment manufacturers, service providers, and technology innovators. Discover practical solutions that can improve quality, efficiency, and profitability in your foundry operations.

·    Learn From Expert-Led Technical Education Sessions

Stay current with emerging trends, best practices, and real-world case studies. These educational sessions offer actionable insights you can bring back to your plant or organization immediately.

·    Support the Next Generation Through the Student Casting Competition

See the creativity and technical skill of tomorrow’s metalcasters on display. It’s an energizing highlight of the event and a chance to connect with future talent.

·    Build Meaningful Industry Connections

Network with peers, suppliers, engineers, operations leaders, and thought-leaders from across the region. Strengthen relationships, form new partnerships, and exchange ideas in a uniquely collaborative environment.

•   A Comprehensive Agenda Designed for Value

From technical sessions to networking events and the exposition floor, the conference agenda is built to provide maximum value for foundry professionals at every level.

PRICING & DETAILS

 First Time WI Regional Attendees: Conference Badge: $10 - Includes Expo and Tech Sessions

Neighboring Chapters (NEW, Chicago, MN, on other area chapters): Conference Badge $10 - Includes Expo and Tech Sessions

AFS Corporate Members and Individual Members: Conference Badge: $40 - Includes Expo and Tech Sessions - additional guests only $10

Foundry Attendees:

• Conference Badge: $40 - Includes Expo and Tech Sessions - additional guests only $10
• Foundry Tech-Expo "6-pack": $100 - lot price for up to 6 foundry people from one foundry location

Non-Foundry Attendees: Conference Badge: $60 - Includes Expo and Tech Sessions - additional guests only $10

Retirees, Students and Speakers: Conference Badge FREE

**Speakers & ICC Judges will be registered as complimentary attendees by AFS WI Headquarters.

Meals - Wednesday Lunch & Dinner Tickets Must Be Purchased in Advance. Let us know if you have dietary restrictions.

• Tuesday afternoon: Free Beer and Appetizers in the Expo Hall, on the Expo Floor from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. Kickoff Speaker 2:30 PM
• Wednesday Expo Lunch: On the Menu: box lunch including sandwich, chips, fruit, cookie, salad, and beverage. $35 per person.  *Only a limited number of lunch tickets will be available for sale on site.
• Wednesday Night Dinner:  On the menu: braised beef short ribs, mixed green salad, vegetables & triple chocolate cake. $75 per person.
• Wednesday Lunch & Dinner Meal Deal: $100
• Room Block: American Foundry Society Group Block 2026 Hilton Gardin Inn Brookfield, 265 South Moorland Road. Rate $129.00 per night. Check-in 3PM.  Block closes on Monday, January 19, 2026