ICME is the Institute of Cast Metals Engineers
The institute aims to bring together people from all sectors and levels of the cast metals and patternmaking industries, including the industry’s supply chain, offering help and advice, networking opportunities, technical information and professional development opportunities, enabling all of our Members to make the most of their careers.
From student to chairman, there’s a reason to become a member of ICME
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Get professional career guidance, support and development.
ICME is the Institute for all individuals involved in the castings industry. This includes design engineers, metallurgists, moulders, pattermakers, CAD technicians, methods engineers, researchers and suppliers to the industry. With a heritage of over 100 years, the Institute is a registered charity, dedicated to serving the needs of its members in the industry.
The Institute is run by its Members, for its Members – Members like you.
RUN BY ITS MEMBERS, FOR ITS MEMBERS
Benefits of Membership with ICME.
• A professional pathway to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in the cast metals industry
• Networking opportunities
• Professional development advice & guidance
• Access to member private health care scheme
• Advice on how to go about applying for professional
grades with the Engineering Council
• Technical webinars and social events
• A free technical journal (Foundry Trade Journal)
Latest News
Relevant news from the industry
Design for Casting Course – January 2026
Design for Casting - two-day course Tuesday 27th January 2026 & Wednesday 28th January 2026, 9.30am – 4.30pm.
ICME Upcoming Technical Courses – book now!
Two upcoming courses from ICME: Metallurgy Basics - one-day course on 27th Nov An Introduction to Greensand Testing
ICME Continues to support the future generation of the industry
Young foundry professionals from across the UK came together in October 2025 to attend the Institute of Cast