Two upcoming courses from ICME:
- Metallurgy Basics – one-day course on 27th Nov
- An Introduction to Greensand Testing and Process Control – 2 day course.
Metallurgy Basics
Duration: 1 Day
Thursday 27th November 2025 9.30am – 4.30pm
Venue: Dudley Archives & Local History Centre, Tipton Road, Tipton, DY1 4SQ
What’s in it for you?
A 1-day entry level course on metallurgy, with particular attention to the structure of metals and how structures and properties develop in ferrous alloys commonly found in the casting industry.
· Solidification and Crystal Structure
· The Iron-Carbon Equilibrium Diagram – Cast Irons
· The Iron-Carbon Equilibrium Diagram – Steels
· Mechanical Properties and Testing
· Properties and Applications: Ferrous vs. Non-Ferrous
Who should attend?
This one-day course will be suitable for technicians, engineers and staff working in technical areas looking for an understanding of basic metallurgy.
The course is also suitable for non-technical staff seeking to learn about the underlying concepts of metal and metal properties.
Full details are available in the attached flyer.
The booking form is attached.
An Introduction to Greensand Testing and Process Control
Duration: 2 Days
Wednesday 3rd December and Thursday 4th December 2025 9.30am – 4.30pm
Venue: Dudley Archives & Local History Centre, Tipton Road, Tipton, DY1 4SQ
What’s in it for you?
Improve your knowledge of the preparation, testing and process control of greensand moulding systems.
The course will focus on:
- Overview of a greensand and what are the basic moulding requirements to produce quality castings.
- What are the basic components of greensand for moulding and their function.
- What are the first stages of control of a moulding sand.
- Mixing and handling of greensand moulding systems.
- Testing and process control of greensand moulding systems.
- Alternative greensand additives to enhance moulding performance and efficiency.
- Health safety and environmental considerations and possible future developments.
Who should attend?
These sessions would be suitable for technicians, engineers, managers and staff working in technical areas looking for an
understanding of the principles operating an efficient greensand moulding system. The course is also suitable for non-technical
staff seeking to learn about the key components and steps needed to produce quality cast components using greensand moulding.
Full details are available in the attached flyer.
The booking form is attached.
To book your place on any of our courses please return a completed booking form to training@icme.org.uk
If you require any further information please contact ICME at training@icme.org.uk
