Preparedness of Automated and Semi-Automated South African Green Sand Foundries for Data Analytics and Industry 4.0
A Comparative Assessment of Advantages, Challenges, and Opportunities
The South African Institute of Foundrymen invites members of industry to attend the upcoming Technical Presentation Evening on Tuesday, 25 August 2026, sponsored by the Metal Casting Technology Station – University of Johannesburg.
This presentation will explore the preparedness of automated and semi-automated South African green sand foundries for the adoption of data analytics and Industry 4.0 practices.
The session will provide a comparative assessment of the advantages, challenges, and opportunities associated with digital transformation in green sand foundry operations, with relevance to the South African foundry and metal casting sector.
Florence Street, Bedfordview/Germiston
mbiljon@uj.ac.za
Presentation Overview
Title: Preparedness of Automated and Semi-Automated South African Green Sand Foundries for Data Analytics and Industry 4.0
Sub-title: A Comparative Assessment of Advantages, Challenges, and Opportunities
Presenter: Mr Farai Banganayi
Designation: Senior Station Engineer
Sponsor: Metal Casting Technology Station – University of Johannesburg
RSVP Details
Please confirm your attendance by no later than Friday, 21 August 2026 to assist with catering and seating arrangements.
RSVP: SAIF Office
Email: mbiljon@uj.ac.za
Tel: +27 (11) 559 6455
Official Notice
The official notice for this Technical Presentation Evening is available below.
View Official Notice