ICME are pleased to offer the following new technical course in May designed to support professional development within the foundry industry. Induction Furnace Relining and fritting Date: 12th May 2026. Time: 9:30am – 4:30pm. Location: Dunston Business Village, Stafford Road, Stafford, ST18 9FJ. Duration: 1 day. Who it’s for:Improve your knowledge of how to reline , sinter and
ICME are pleased to offer two training courses in April (one on aluminium and one on foundry sand) designed to support professional development within the foundry industry. Aluminium Metal Control. Date: 21st & 22nd April 2026. Time: 9:30am – 4:30pm. Location: Dunston Business Village, Stafford Road, Stafford, ST18 9FJ. Duration: 2 days. Who it’s for:Technicians, engineers, and staff
We are pleased to announce that ICME has developed a brand‑new programme: the Certificate Course in Aluminium Casting Production, Metallurgy and Quality Control. Created in collaboration with industry partners and building on the success of our Cast Iron course, this new programme is designed by the industry, for the industry. Amy Worrallo, Training Manager for
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mr Samuel Apsley CEng FIMMM Hon FICME. Samuel passed away on the 5th June at the age of 93. Samuel is survived by his wife Rita, children David and Fiona and four grandchildren. Samuel was National President of the Institute of British Foundrymen in
L-R Simon Alexander FICME, Matt Cawood, Sam Garner MICME, Will Jeffs, Toni Carannante FICME , Simon Olive FICME, Richard Heath Prof MICME, David Hrabina This year saw almost 100 Delegates assemble at the fabulous facilities of The Advanced Manufacturing & Research Centre on the outskirts of Sheffield. As we grow into our new shoes of
Mr Richard A. Baker BSc CEng FICME, has received his Gold Pin for 50 years membership of the Institute. Mr Baker has spent many years in the foundry industry and says "My years in the foundry industry were some of the most challenging and yet rewarding parts of my professional life, especially as a
The Institute is pleased to award Eric Boultbee FICME, his Gold Pin in recognition of 50 years in membership of ICME. We would like to thank Eric for his ongoing support.
Sad news regarding Brian Clarke. We have been advised that Brian Clarke Prof MICME died recently. Brian was a Member of the Middlesbrough / Newcastle ICME Branches of ICME FOR 51 years and had retired from Ridsdale some years back. We extend our condolences to his family and to friends and industry colleagues who knew
ICME is delighted to present Mr Toni Carannante MBA MSc CEng FICME with his Silver Pin in recognition of 31 years in membership. Toni said, "I am delighted to join the Silver Pin club; I shall wear it with pride. "Over the years in our industry I have met many people, with new friends often
The Northern Branch held their annual quiz in Sheffield on Thursday 20th October 2022 with around 40 foundry men & women from local foundries making up 12 teams. Six Rounds of 10 Questions on science & general knowledge were provided by quizmaster Simon Alexander providing great entertainment with teams able to increase their score by