The Australian Die Casting Association, (also known as ADCA), is the focal point for companies and people in the Die Casting and Forging industries to keep informed of new developments, technology, opportunities and contacts.
We have members from around the Asia-Pacific and work with other similar associations to bring about better knowledge and manufacturing efficiency.
Please check the calendar regularly in case of changes to dates, venues or topics.
Upcoming Events
19mar6:00 pmThe Role of Fluxes in the Melting Process
ADCA-AFI Presentation: The Role of Fluxes in the Melting Process By Alberto Cesana and Delia Avram A Cesana is an Italian based company that is a global leader in
ADCA-AFI Presentation: The Role of Fluxes in the Melting Process
By Alberto Cesana and Delia Avram
A Cesana is an Italian based company that is a global leader in the supply of fluxes and coatings to the non-ferrous metal casting industry.
Alberto Cesana is the eponymous leader of this business. With decades of hands-on experience, Alberto has visited a wide range of cast houses, recycling plants, and foundries across the world’s most industrialized regions. His expertise lies in optimising melting practices, improving molten metal treatment, and implementing advanced coatings to enhance safety and efficiency in the casting process.
The presentation will run through the function of fluxes and coatings in the metal casting process, giving clarity to what works, what doesn’t and how you can improve your outcomes in your casting operations.
When:
6:00pm Wednesday 19th March, 2025
Where:
The Copper Fox Private Room,
The Village Green Hotel
Corner of Springvale Road and Ferntree Gully Road, Mulgrave, Victoria
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Cost:
ADCA and AFI members $40.00 per person
Non–members $60.00 per person.
Booking:
Booking is essential for catering purposes. Please book and pay online at https://www.trybooking.com/CZNAJ
Contacts:
Alan Cooke 0427 777 061
(Wednesday) 6:00 pm
Village Green Hotel, Mulgrave
Village Green Hotel, Mulgrave
16aprAll DaySite Visit: Mars Confectionary, Ballarat
More details soon When: 16th April, 2025 Where: To be advised Cost: To be advised Booking: To be advised Contacts: Alan Cooke: 0427 777 061
More details soon
When:
16th April, 2025
Where:
To be advised
Cost:
To be advised
Booking:
To be advised
Contacts:
Alan Cooke: 0427 777 061
All Day (Wednesday)
06mayAll Day09Australian Manufacturing Week, Melbourne
AFI and ADCA will be promoting The Australian Metal Casting Industry at this big event for manufacturing with a substantial pavilion. This is an opportunity to showcase the range of products
AFI and ADCA will be promoting The Australian Metal Casting Industry at this big event for manufacturing with a substantial pavilion.
This is an opportunity to showcase the range of products and processes the Australian industry can provide.
Please come along yourself and extend invitations to local contacts and politicians to attend to find out what Australian manufacturers can provide today and why it is so important to our future.
When:
6th to 9th May, 2025
Where:
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
1 Convention Centre Pl,
South Wharf, VIC, 3006, Australia
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Cost:
No charge to industry participants
Booking:
https://www.australianmanufacturingweek.com.au
Contacts:
Alan Cooke: 0427 777 061
may 6 (Tuesday) - 9 (Friday)
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC)
1 Convention Centre Pl
21mayAll DayCase Studies in Castings based on John Campbell’s Research
A joint AFI-ADCA event to be presented by Gary Savage. More details to follow. When: 21st May 2025 Where: The Copper Fox Private Room, The Village Green Hotel Corner of Springvale Road and
A joint AFI-ADCA event to be presented by Gary Savage.
More details to follow.
When:
21st May 2025
Where:
The Copper Fox Private Room,
The Village Green Hotel
Corner of Springvale Road and Ferntree Gully Road, Mulgrave, Victoria
GET DIRECTIONS
Cost:
To be advised
Booking:
To be advised
Contacts:
Graham Wilson 0413 671 345
Alan Cooke 0427 777 061
All Day (Wednesday)
Village Green Hotel, Mulgrave
Village Green Hotel, Mulgrave
18junAll DaySite Visit: Defence Manufacturing Plant
More details soon When: 18th June 2025 Where: To be advised Cost: To be advised Booking: To be advised Contacts: Alan Cooke: 0427 777 061
More details soon
When:
18th June 2025
Where:
To be advised
Cost:
To be advised
Booking:
To be advised
Contacts:
Alan Cooke: 0427 777 061
All Day (Wednesday)
16julAll DayPresentation on Robotics
Presentation on Robotics More details to follow. When: 16th July, 2025 Where: The Copper Fox Private Room, The Village Green Hotel Corner of Springvale Road and Ferntree Gully Road, Mulgrave, Victoria
Presentation on Robotics
More details to follow.
When:
16th July, 2025
Where:
The Copper Fox Private Room,
The Village Green Hotel
Corner of Springvale Road and Ferntree Gully Road, Mulgrave, Victoria
GET DIRECTIONS
Cost:
To be advised
Booking:
To be advised
Contacts:
Graham Wilson 0413 671 345
Alan Cooke 0427 777 061
All Day (Wednesday)
Village Green Hotel, Mulgrave
Village Green Hotel, Mulgrave
20augAll DaySite Visit: Moss Industrial, Dandenong South, Victoria
Moss manufacturers plastic Injection Mouldings and metal Die Cast components for a wide range of industries, with an emphasis on automation and new technology. As well as a modern manufacturing plant,
Moss manufacturers plastic Injection Mouldings and metal Die Cast components for a wide range of industries, with an emphasis on automation and new technology.
As well as a modern manufacturing plant, Moss has advanced capabilities in product design, process design, tooling design and die manufacture.
When:
20th August, 2025
Where:
26 Villas Road,
Dandenong South, Victoria
GET DIRECTIONS
Cost:
To be advised
Booking:
To be advised
Contacts:
Graham Wilson: 0413 671 345
All Day (Wednesday)
Moss Industrial
26 Villas Rd
16octAll Day18AFI National Conference
This year the national conference of the Australian Foundry Institute will be held at Darling Harbor, Sydney, NSW When: 16th to 18th October, 2025 Where: To be advised Cost: To be advised Booking: To
This year the national conference of the Australian Foundry Institute will be held at Darling Harbor, Sydney, NSW
When:
16th to 18th October, 2025
Where:
To be advised
Cost:
To be advised
Booking:
To be advised
Contacts:
Alan Cooke: 0427 777 061
october 16 (Thursday) - 18 (Saturday)
19novAll DayBusiness Outlook & Macroeconomics
In November 2025, the international outlook may well be very different. Donald Trump will have been in office for 10 months. Conflicts around the world will have had more time to resolve
In November 2025, the international outlook may well be very different.
This joint ADCA-AFI presentation will cover these important issues.
The ADCA Annual general Meeting will also take place at this meeting.
Come along to this final event for 2025 and gain some perspectives on the year ahead.
When:
19th November, 2025
Where:
The Copper Fox Private Room,
The Village Green Hotel
Corner of Springvale Road and Ferntree Gully Road, Mulgrave, Victoria
GET DIRECTIONS
Cost:
To be advised
Booking:
To be advised
Contacts:
Graham Wilson 0413 671 345
Alan Cooke 0427 777 061
All Day (Wednesday)
Village Green Hotel, Mulgrave
Village Green Hotel, Mulgrave
Past Events
19febAll DaySite Visit: Lab22, CSIRO Clayton, 3D Printing Update
The CSIRO Lab22 has benefitted from significant investment in new technologies and equipment under the Australian Government’s Trailblazer program. This includes: SLM 280 Multi-Material Laser Powder Fusion Bed 3D Printer which
The CSIRO Lab22 has benefitted from significant investment in new technologies and equipment under the Australian Government’s Trailblazer program. This includes:
Come along and see these latest developments in 3D Printing and associated technologies.
The visit will conclude with a question-and-answer session and light refreshments will be served on site.
Please note the early start time.
When:
4:45 pm Wednesday 19th February, 2025
Where:
CSIRO
Gate 5, Normanby Road
Clayton, Victoria, 3168
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Timing:
4:45 to 5:00pm Arrive at Lab22
5:00 to 6:00pm Tour of Lab22
6:00 to 7:00pm Discussions and Light Refreshments served.
Cost:
ADCA and AFI members $15.00 per person
Non–members $25.00 per person.
Booking:
Booking is essential for catering purposes
Please book and pay online at: https://www.trybooking.com/CYNGA
Contacts:
Alan Cooke: 0427 777 061
All Day (Wednesday)
CSIRO, Normanby Road, Clayton
CSIRO, Normanby Road, Clayton
03dec6:00 pmADCA AGM and Update on Alloys
ADCA AGM and Update on Alloys 3rd December, 2024 Our final event for 2024 will be the Annual General Meeting of the Australian Die Casting Association, followed by some interesting presentations
ADCA AGM and Update on Alloys
3rd December, 2024
Our final event for 2024 will be the Annual General Meeting of the Australian Die Casting Association, followed by some interesting presentations involving Die Casting Alloys.
Please attend and keep informed of the latest developments.
When:
6:00pm Tuesday 3rd December, 2024
Where:
The Copper Fox Private Room,
The Village Green Hotel
Corner of Springvale Road and Ferntree Gully Road, Mulgrave, Victoria
GET DIRECTIONS
Cost:
ADCA will be sponsoring this meeting so there will be no charge for the meal and refreshments.
Booking:
Booking is essential for seating and catering purposes. Please register by selecting your tickets below.
Contacts:
Graham Wilson: 0413 671 345
Craig Arnold: 0402 301 966
(Tuesday) 6:00 pm
Village Green Hotel, Mulgrave
Village Green Hotel, Mulgrave