The Turkish Foundry Association TÜDÖKSAD , under the auspices of the World Foundry Organization (WFO) , will host the 76th World Foundry Congress from 18–24 October 2026 at the Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center. As one of the most important international gatherings of the foundry industry, the WFC will focus on new technologies, sustainability, digitalization, and advanced materials .…

The Turkish Foundry Association, TÜDÖKSAD, and its partners are developing a new simulation computer game with the EU. DigiFoundry aims to reduce widespread training and skilled labor deficiencies in the foundry industry. Although Turkey has invested half a billion euros in its foundry sector since Covid-19, there are still huge gaps in its foundry education system, including a decreasing number of casting…

TÜDÖKSAD introduced the Turkish foundry industry on an 18 m² area in the fair area where 120 companies opened stands organized within the scope of the event. During the meetings held to establish sustainable collaborations with international participants, a call for cooperation was made for the World Foundry Congress to be held in Turkey in 2026. TÜDÖKSAD delegation also held meetings with the China Foundry…

Despite challenging economic conditions, the Turkish metal casting industry managed to maintain and even strengthen its position. The industry ranks 2nd in Europe and 7th in the world. In terms of production volume, the Turkish Metal Casting Industry is the second largest in Europe and the seventh-largest globally. With production technology and quality exceeding global standards, the metal casting sector…

The International Foundry Congress is a globally known and prestigious technical event that constitutes a perfect occasion for exchanging knowledge and experiences, the newest achievements and innovations. The Turkish Foundry Association's aim is to provide a platform that casting producers, researchers, R&D centers, customers and suppliers would be in communication on an international scale. Full texts…

Held every two years, the International Foundry Congress is a globally known and prestigious technical event that constitutes a perfect occasion for exchanging knowledge and experiences, the newest achievements and innovations. The Turkish Foundry Association's aim is to provide a platform that casting producers, researchers, R&D centers, customers and suppliers would be in communication on an international…

Having worked in the foundry industry for 48 years, Umur Denizci has a wealth of technical, practical and business experience. He is the President of the Turkish Foundrymen’s Association, TUDOKSAD, and has served on the WFO Executive committee for more than ten years, providing him with ample understanding of the global marketplace. He has a BSc, MS degree in metallurgical engineering and established the…

The Turkish Foundry Association (TÜDÖKSAD), founded in 1976 by leading foundry industrialists and companies, has the aim of providing support to enhance the economic progress of the Turkish metal casting industry and assisting its member companies to effectively manage all production operations and profitably market their products and services. It is a non-governmental organization with voluntary…

The Turkish Foundry Association (TÜDÖKSAD), founded in 1976 by leading foundry industrialists and companies, has the aim of providing support to enhance the economic progress of the Turkish metal casting industry and assisting its member companies to effectively manage all production operations and profitably market their products and services. It is a non-governmental organization with voluntary…

The Turkish Foundry Association, TÜDÖKSAD, celebrated its 40th anniversary with 151 members and 115 foundries, suppliers and supporters at the end of March with a cherished dinner at Four Seasons Hotel in Istanbul. TÜDOKSAD President Ugur KOCAOGLU began his speech by stating that the Turkish Foundry Industry has achieved its reputation as a reliable and consistent supplier for major manufacturing industries…