Forging Foundation News August 2024

Cleveland, OH Forge the Future Camp Recap

 

          

July 8-10, 2024, the Forging Foundation held its 2nd Annual Forge the Future Camp at Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) in Cleveland, OH, where 13 students came together to learn about forging and the careers available in the industry.

To kick the camp off, students took a tour around Tri-C and learned more about programs available to them. The tour was then followed with a welding demonstration where students saw the different types of welding.

After lunch, the students jumped right into learning about forging with an introduction to forging (facilitated by Pursuit Aerospace) and metallurgy overview (facilitated by SIFCO), followed by presentations by Alcoa and Enprotech. Students learned about the different processes of forging, how to make forgings, and where you can find forgings. We then tested their knowledge with a fun game of forging trivia!

Day two may have been the camper’s favorite day! Students went on a tour of Rose Iron Works, LLC to see forging up close. They then spent the rest of the afternoon at MAGNET, The Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network of Northeast Ohio. Campers learned more about different careers in the manufacturing industry as a whole and were able to participate in fun activities that helped them discover what each career does. They even got to meet Otis, the Robodog!

\We wrapped up the camp on day three with an activity facilitated by Fives North American Combustion Inc., discussing heat treating, combustion, and of course the students loved talking about FIRE! They took frozen cookie dough (edible of course!) and heated up the “billet” and used 3D printed forging dies to make an edible forging. After starting off the morning giving all of the campers sweets, we played a fun game of measurement BINGO. Milwaukee Tool donated a tape measure for each student, and they had to go around the room and find items that were the specific length on their BINGO card.

\To close the camp out, Mason Weems from Colorado School of Mines gave a forging demonstration and even made different forged items for the campers to take home. Each camper was able to punch their own die to take home, thanks to Finkl Steel for donating the material. Campers then used 3D printed hammers, anvils, and clay to design and create their own forging. Campers left with a better understanding of what forging is, careers available, fun giveaways, and a ton of candy!

The Forging Foundation is proud to be able to host programs like this exposing students to the many different facets of the forging industry. But we know we cannot do it without the incredible support we have from industry partners. We are truly thankful to everyone who supported the camp. Whether that was sponsoring your employee’s family members to attend, sharing the information with schools you work with, sponsoring the camp, or taking time to volunteer at the camp, we truly couldn’t have done it without your support!

Thank You Sponsors:

                    

 

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We are looking forward to our camp in Michigan next week where we will have 12 more students learning about forging!

If you are interested in learning more about Forge the Future Camps, contact Amanda at [email protected].

 

Nearing Capacity!

4th Annual Forging Foundation Golf Outing

 

There are only 20 spots left for the 4th Annual FIERF Golf Outing!

Join your forging industry colleagues on the golf course for the Annual Forging Foundation (FIERF) Golf Outing. The Forging Foundation funds industry-relevant research to advance the science of forging and engages students through curriculum, experiential learning, and scholarships to pursue careers in the forging supply chain.

Funds raised from this golf outing will support the Forging Foundation (FIERF)

This year’s outing will take place at the Sand Ridge Golf Club located in Charon, OH - 45 minutes east of downtown Cleveland. At the core of its creation was the quest for architectural excellence, reflected in the acclaimed course design by the globally renowned golf course architect, Tom Fazio. Placed in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, these stunning golf courses showcase the exquisite beauty of rolling countryside, dramatic elevation shifts, distinct wetlands, and an array of mature hardwoods. The remarkable 350-acre land is guaranteed to surpass expectations in every respect.

Registration:

Click the button below to register online.

Sponsorships:
A limited number of sponsorship opportunities are available for this outing. Click here to download the sponsorship brochure. Sponsorships will be secured on a first-come-first-served basis. If you have questions regarding sponsorship, please contact Tricia Abruzzino at [email protected].

Thank You Sponsors:

                    

 

                    

 

           

 

 2024-2025 Forging Foundation Scholarship

Winners Announced

 

Edward F. Wozniak Memorial Scholarship:

Forging Industry Women’s Scholarship:

Charles W. Finkl Scholarship:

The Al Underys Engineering, Metallurgical & Material Sciences Memorial Scholarship:

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The Forging Foundation awards scholarships each year to students interested in careers in the forging supply chain. First consideration is given to applicants with a connection to the forging industry. Applications open in January each year and are due in April. Recipients are selected by assigned FIERF scholarship committees and are then announced in July.

Applicants may apply to all scholarships that they qualify for. Applicants are only eligible to receive one award.

Edward F. Wozniak Memorial Scholarship: Endowed by Wozniak Industries, this scholarship awards up to $2,500 to full-time graduate and undergraduate students attending four-year colleges or universities; or up to $1,000 to students attending two-year community colleges or trade schools (pursuing degrees or certifications). Students must be attending a school in the following states: KY, TN, IN, IL, MI, IA, MO, AR, NC, SC, MS, AL, NE, OK, WI. Students must be studying in the fields of engineering or business.  Students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above and be a citizen of the United States, Canada or Mexico.

Forging Industry Women’s Scholarship: The Forging Industry Women’s Scholarship was endowed by Sharon Haverstock in 2015. With the goal of attracting more women leaders to the forging industry, the scholarship provides awards of up to $5,000 to full-time graduate and undergraduate students attending a two- or four- year college or university in the fields of engineering, business or a comparable area of study.  Students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above and be a citizen of the United States, Canada or Mexico.

Charles W. Finkl Scholarship: This scholarship was endowed by Finkl in 2004. Scholarships are awarded to college sophomores and juniors majoring in metallurgical, materials, mechanical, chemical, computer, electrical or industrial engineering at an accredited four-year college or university.  Awards are $2,000 in the junior year and an additional $2,000 in the senior year if the student remains eligible.  Students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above and be a citizen of the United States, Canada or Mexico. 

The Al Underys Engineering, Metallurgical & Material Sciences Memorial Scholarship: The Al Underys Engineering, Metallurgical & Material Sciences Memorial Scholarship is a $2,500 scholarship available to high school seniors, current undergraduate, or graduate students pursuing a degree in chemical, computer, electrical, industrial, materials, mechanical or metallurgical engineering.  Scholarship recipients will be matched with an FIA member company to complete an available internship opportunity. Students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above and be a citizen of the United States, Canada or Mexico.

 

New - Sponsored Forging Club!

There is a new forging club starting at Carnegie Mellon University, thanks to Ellwood Group.

This past year, the Forging Foundation started a new initiative, providing funding to schools to start or continue forging clubs at their school. FIERF committed to awarding four $5,000 Forging Club Grants. Awarded schools are committed to compete in FIERF’s Forging Competition (held at Forge Fair 2025) and start an official Forging Club at their school.

Current Clubs:
Lehigh University
Purdue University
University of Cincinnati
University of Florida
Millersville University – Sponsored by Lehigh Heavy Forging
Michigan Technological University – Sponsored by Cornell Forging
Carnegie Mellon University – Sponsored by Ellwood Group

 

Schools looking to start or continue a Forging Club: 
Bear Iron Forge (Creston, NC)
Decatur Eisenhower High School (Decatur, IL)
Southern Ohio School of Blacksmithing (Logan, OH)
University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI)
University of North Texas (Denton, TX)
University of Arizona (Tucson, AZ)

 

Interested in learning more about sponsoring a Forging Club at one of the schools above, contact Amanda at [email protected].

 

Workforce Grants & Tax Credits

FIA’s lobbyist at Franklin Partnership provides FIA with a document that contains the current workforce grants and tax credits that are available to companies to apply for. Click on the link here to view the current initiatives happening in your state.