South African Institute of Foundrymen
The Voice of the South African Foundry Industry
Welcome to the South African Institute of Foundrymen (SAIF)
SAIF is a leading organization promoting and advancing the South African foundry industry through education, training, and skills development. The institute aims to support growth and job opportunities and to remain recognized as the industry voice.
It encourages the development of new technologies and dedicates itself to staying at the forefront of innovation and best practices. The mission is to provide sustainable growth and job opportunities in the manufacturing sector and enhance the competitiveness of the South African metal casting industry by offering education, training, and skills development.
SAIF also acts as a platform for engagement and representation of the industry and promotes it as a crucial contributor to the economy, actively engaging with foreign partners to share and collaborate to improve the local industry. Join us to be a part of the growth and development, stay informed, and network with other experts.
Upcoming Events 2024
SAIF 59th Annual General Meeting for
“Members in Good Standing”
Date: Tuesday, 07 May 2024
Time: 17:30PM
Venue: Belgravia Bowling Club
Florence Avenue, Geldenhuis Estate
Germiston / Bedfordview
RAPDASA 3D Design Competition 2024
This year’s challenge is to use AM to design and manufacture the most aesthetic, ergonomic, and overall impressive pen. All entries will have their pen printed to keep and to show off.
Give it your best shot and have fun designing and making! Guidelines and rules are included here .
This year’s design competition will be run by Akhani 3D.
The Top 3 in the Final Round will WIN Akhani 3D vouchers to the value of:
1st: R10000.00
2nd: R5000.00
3rd: R2000.00
SAIF MEMBER NEWS
SAIF & NFTN TRAINING
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WFO 2018
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