ICME Short Courses
Take a look at our programme of short courses taking place throughout 2026. From design for casting to courses that are specific to particular processes or foundry operations, we have a wide range of options for you.
ICME – Short Course Calendar – 2026
Can’t see what you are looking for? – contact our team for bespoke courses that can be delivered at your company.
Funding support may be available to help with course costs, as well as travel and accommodation (UK only) – contact our office for details for visit the Foundry Training Trust: www.foundrytrainingtrust.uk/
ICME National & Branch Events
The correct use of Personal Protection Equipment in Foundries
Adam Vickerstaff, UK & Ireland Sales Manager from EDC Protection
Date: Monday 13th April 2026
Time: 7pm
Venue: Churchills Bar, 8 Walsall St, Wednesbury WS10 9BZ.
In a foundry providing the correct workwear and PPE is critical to keep workers safe against the many hazards in day to day working, 2 of the major ones being Radiant heat and Molten Metal splash. Over the years workwear and PPE in foundries has developed and it is important for foundries to ensure that regular reviews of risk assessments and PPE are taking place to ensure that the wearers have access the most suitable protection. In addition to providing this PPE relevant training for proper use is also needed as incorrectly worn PPE can equally lead to serious injury if not worn correctly. In this presentation I will be presenting various solutions for industry that EDC has to offer and where improvements can be potentially be made, but more importantly I will also be pointing out common mis uses of PPE and the importance of wearing them correctly.
ICME Council & Committee Meeting
Saturday 13 June 2026 – Aston Hall Hotel
June 2026 – TBC
Saturday 13th June 2026 – Aston Hall, Sheffield
April – TBC
21 April 2026 – Dunston Business Village ST18 9FJ
ICME Dinners & Social Events
Fellows’ Lunch on 8th April 2026 at Founders’ Hall, Cloth Fair, London, 1pm.
Booking essential – contact office for details.
ICME National Banquet
Saturday 16th May 2026
You are invited for an evening of good food and live entertainment at the next ICME National Annual Black-Tie Banquet 2026 organised by The ICME West Midlands Branch.
The West Midlands, Birmingham, Coventry and South of England Branch are pleased and proud to be hosting this gathering of the Cast Metals community, and we look forward to welcoming friends from all corners of our industry to celebrate and enjoy this fantastic occasion.
This industry celebration will commence with a reception, a 3-course meal and dancing the night away with the Time Square Band.
For sponsorship opportunities or ticketing, please contact Trevor Ayre, mob no. 07774737241 or email trevorayre@tcastlimited.com
Industry Events
76th World Foundry Congress (WFC 2026), to be held on 18–24 October 2026 at Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Centre, Türkiye.
WFC 2026 will bring together the global foundry community for knowledge exchange and dialogue on casting technologies, sustainability, digital transformation, and the evolving foundry ecosystem, through plenary and keynote lectures, technical sessions, panels, and networking activities.
The theme of the Congress is “A Bright New Century | Shaping the New Ecosystem“.
For further details on registration, key dates, and program updates, please visit the official congress website: https://76wfc.com/
The EICF will be holding their 34th International Conference at SICC (Sevilla International Convention Center), Seville on 10 – 12, May 2026.
The theme for this conference is ‘People, Skills & Knowledge: The Future Workforce of Investment Casting’
Full details can be accessed by visiting the EICF website: https://eicf.org/events-eicf/seville-2026/