Why Join the ICI? 

Hundreds of companies-  foundries, suppliers, casting buyers, and more- take advantage of ICI's membership benefits.  Foundry and Affiliate Member Benefits include: 

Industry Intelligence:
Access exclusive insights with ICI’s Annual Surveys on topics of interest to Foundry Members: 
  • Sales and Profits
  • Industry Compensation Practices
  • How's Business
  • Health & Safety

Technical Expertise:
Tap into ICI’s Technical Resource Network for expert guidance on casting design, production challenges, and innovative solutions.
  • Training & Development: Empower employees with discounts on ICI’s technical training programs, including webinars, workshops, in-person seminars, regional meetings, and more. 
  • E-Learning Access: Unlock unlimited access to ICI’s robust online learning curriculum, tailored to the investment casting industry. 
  • Research Support: Advance innovation with ICI-funded research initiatives—made possible by a portion of your membership dues. Be part of driving the industry forward.
  • Advocacy & Industry Representation: Join ICI’s efforts to shape policies and research initiatives that benefit the investment casting industry. Our advocacy ensures a business-friendly environment for all members. 

Events: Education, Community, and Networking
Build meaningful connections with industry leaders and the next generation of foundry talent through ICI conferences, events, and committees: ​
  • AM4IC (Advanced Manufacturing for Investment Casting: June 2025, Dayton, OH
  • Technical Conference and Expo: September 28-October 1, Pittsburgh, PA
  • World Conference on Investment Casting: September 9-12, Kobe, Japan
  • Regional meetings and local meetups
  • ​Access for employees and leadership to attend the Industry Certification Course 
  • Discounted access to industry-focused trainings, including the  Process Control Seminar​
  • Voting privileges (One vote per North American Member company) on objectives impacting our collective industry

Visibility:
  • Gain exposure through the ICI Membership Directory and Casting Source Buyers’ Guide—key resources used by thousands of casting purchasers. 
  • Discounted and early access to events
  • Discounted advertising rates for INCAST Magazine, including editorial advertisements. 
  • Discounted registration fees for annual Technical Conference & Expo
  • A free listing in the Foundry (August) issue of INCAST Magazine
  • Free company listing in the Institute's membership directory; available to casting designers/buyers
  • Free website advertising for equipment sales
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Individual Membership Benefits
Advance your career in the investment casting industry with ICI Individual Membership:
  • Unlimited access to ICI’s Digital Library of technical and management resources.
  • Free participation in members-only webinars. 
  • Opportunities to engage in ICI committees, chapters, and special interest groups.
  • Discounts on ICI training and educational events.

Student Membership Students can join ICI for free during their studies and enjoy a free first year of professional membership after graduation. Stay connected to the investment casting community and kickstart your career!

​Ready to Join?
​Become part of the premier organization dedicated to advancing the investment casting industry.