The Institute Of Indian Foundrymen

Headquartered in Kolkata, the Institute of Indian Foundrymen (IIF) serves the entire country through its 26 chapters under four regional offices locat Read moreed in Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai. The Institute is a member of both the World Foundrymen Organisation (WFO) and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). IIF's wide-ranging activities include: * Publishing the monthly Indian Foundry Journal, featuring monographs on various aspects of the foundry industry. * Organizing the annual Indian Foundry Congress and the Indian Foundry Exhibition (IFEX), and publishing their proceedings. * Serving as a reference point for the Government of India regarding the foundry industry. * Participating in the Bureau of Indian Standards' preparation of standards for foundry materials, products, and test methods. * Promoting the export of foundry products and related services. * Providing technical services to member companies. * Coordinating research and development work on foundry-related subjects. * Organizing training and development programs for shop floor personnel. * Maintaining and updating a database of foundries and their suppliers. * Publishing the Foundry Directory every five years, listing relevant information for the foundry sector. * Conducting examinations leading to the GRAD IIF, recognized by the Government of India as a graduate-level degree in foundry technology. * Supporting foundry-related courses in educational institutions. * Recognizing meritorious activities by individuals and organizations in the field of foundry technology through an awards program. * Conducting technical meetings, seminars, and workshops through its regional branches and chapters.

IIF's vision is to collaborate with the ecosystem of the Indian Foundry industry to achieve sustainable growth and global leadership using innovation, technology, and policy advocacy, while its mission is to empower and elevate the Indian Foundry Industry on the global stage by fostering collaboration, embracing cutting-edge technologies, enhancing skill development, and promoting sustainable practices.

IIF has established four Centres of Excellence to serve its members, including the National Centre for Technical Services (NCTS) in Pune, which plays a crucial role in providing technical expertise to the foundry industry.