August 2024 Volume 6

INDUSTRY NEWS

The morning will progress with a series of presentations exploring diverse aspects of forging technology. A highlight will include Tushar Borkar, of Cleveland State Univer sity, who will present his research on "Opti mizing Forging Preform Production Using Additive Manufacturing Routes." After a productive morning, participants will reconvene for lunch and further explo ration of exhibitor table tops. The afternoon sessions will go further into detail on advanced topics such as wear life of hot forging tooling, lightweight alloy forging lubricants, and machine learning applications for defect detection in closed die forging processes. Notable presentations will include Jim Peplinski’s insights into "Extending Die Life by Reducing Surface Friction" and Mark Rhoa’s discussion on "Reducing Carbon Footprint with Improved Furnace Linings." As the conference draws to a close, Joseph Domblesky, PhD, from Marquette Univer About the 33rd Forging Technical Conference Host City: Erie, Pennsylvania Erie, Pennsylvania, the fifth-largest city in the state, sits on the shores of Presque Isle Bay along Lake Erie. This area features the expansive 3,200-acre Presque Isle State Park, renowned for its sandy beaches, boating opportunities, and a thirteen-mile trail suitable for walking, jogging, in-line skating, and cross-country skiing. Downtown Erie offers a rich array of cultural and historical landmarks, including the Erie Art Museum, Erie Playhouse, and the U.S. Brig Niagara, notable for its role in the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812. Sports

sity will wrap up the event with a forward looking perspective on "Machine Learning for Closed-Die Defect Detection," empha sizing the role of AI in driving quality improvements and operational efficiency in forging. The 2024 Forging Industry Technical Conference is will conclude on September 18th, leaving attendees inspired by the possi

bilities and innovations shaping the future of forging technology. Registration for this conference is currently open and there are a limited number of sponsorship and table top opportunities still available. For more information, please visit www.forging.org or call 216-781-6260.

Located within a two-hour drive of Buffalo, Cleveland, and Pitts burgh, Erie offers easy access to these major cities. It is also a manage able four-hour drive from both Toronto and Penn State University Park campus, making it a very accessible city for travelers.

enthusiasts can enjoy watching the Erie SeaWolves, affiliated with the Detroit Tigers, and the Erie Otters of the Ontario Hockey League. Additionally, the Peach Street corridor provides numerous shopping and dining options, conveniently just a 10-minute drive from Penn State Behrend campus.

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