Call For Paper

Call for Paper – 74th Indian Foundry Congress

The Institute of Indian Foundrymen (IIF) cordially invites authors, researchers, industry professionals, innovators, and academicians from across the globe to submit their technical papers for presentation at the 74th Indian Foundry Congress (IFC) – India's foremost and most prestigious platform dedicated to knowledge exchange, technical advancement, and thought leadership in the foundry sector.

The 74th IFC offers a unique opportunity to contribute to and engage with a vibrant community that is shaping the future of metal casting and foundry technologies. Presentations will be conducted in both physical and virtual modes, making it accessible for contributors worldwide to share their innovations, research findings, case studies, and industry insights with a large and diverse audience.

This year's theme, "74th IFC – Gateway of Global Foundry Industries," reflects our vision to position India as a central hub in the international foundry landscape. The Congress will focus on pivotal topics such as innovation in casting technologies, sustainable and green foundry practices, digital transformation, automation, leadership evolution, workforce development, and global competitiveness in the foundry domain.

With over 1500+ delegates expected, including senior executives, technical experts, policymakers, investors, and global stakeholders, the Congress promises unmatched exposure and opportunities for technical collaboration, business growth, and networking.

Submit your work, inspire innovation, and become a part of India's journey as a global foundry leader.

• Advanced Casting Techniques: Additive Manufacturing, Hybrid & AI-driven Casting
• High-Performance Technologies.: Emerging Trends in Equipments, Raw Materials
• Smart Foundries: AI, IoT, Automation, Foundry 4.0 and Robotics in Foundries

• Green Casting: Low-Carbon and Energy-Efficient Foundry Practices
• Waste Reduction Strategies: Slag & Sand Reuse Techniques
• Net Zero Foundries: Steps to Achieve Carbon Neutrality
• Circular Economy in Metal Casting: Sustainable Business Models
• Advances in Environmental Regulations & Compliance

• Global vs Indian Foundry Market Outlook: Trends and Projections
• Impact of EVs, Renewable Energy, and Infrastructure on Casting Demand
• Foundry Export Challenges and Opportunities
• Trade Policies & Their Impact on the Foundry Sector
• Emerging Markets & Growth Strategies for Foundries

• Long-term Lessons in Managing a Family-Owned Foundry
• Real-world Case Studies in Production Excellence
• Success Stories: Transformational Business Practices in Foundries
• Overcoming Operational Challenges in Foundries
• Leadership Strategies for Business Expansion & Growth

• Advanced Casting Techniques: Additive Manufacturing, Hybrid & AI-driven Casting
• High-Performance Technologies.: Emerging Trends in Equipments, Raw Materials
• Smart Foundries: AI, IoT, Automation, Foundry 4.0 and Robotics in Foundries

• "Lessons I Wish I Knew Early" – Leadership Journeys
• Decision-Making Under Uncertainty in Foundry Business
• Nurturing the Next Generation of Foundry Entrepreneurs
• The Balance Between Tradition and Innovation
• Real-Life Leadership Experiences & Decision-Making Approaches
• Overcoming Failures & Business Resilience

• ision 2047 : Positioning India as a Global Foundry Hub
• Policy Wishlist from Foundry CEOs
• What it Requires to be a Global Leader
• Sustainability and Economic Viability: Balancing Growth & Green Initiatives

• The Vision for Indian Non Ferrous Foundry Sector in the Next Decade
• Real-world Case Studies in Production Excellence
• New Application Segments (Defence, Railways, etc.)
• New Age Raw Materials, Alloys and Technologies
• Digital Foundry : AI, IoT, and Robotics in Foundries