Forging Lightweight Alloys Conference & Plant Tour

September 15-17, 2025
Hilton Long Beach
701 W. Ocean Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90831
Plant Tour: Weber Metals

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What You Will Gain From The FIA Forging Lightweight Alloys Conference:

1. Firsthand Exposure to Advanced Forging Operations – Attendees will tour Weber Metals to see state-of-the-art large-diameter ring rolling, open-die forging, and heat-treating operations, gaining insights into current and future capabilities.

2. Latest Advances in Titanium Alloys – Presentations will cover metallurgy innovations, forging solutions, and process improvements specifically for titanium, a critical lightweight material for aerospace and other high-performance applications.

3. Innovations in Manufacturing Processes – Sessions will highlight new technologies such as micro-spray lubrication systems, intelligent press controls, and advanced aluminum forging lubricants, aimed at improving efficiency, quality, and sustainability.

4. Critical Material Science Insights – Topics will include the importance of cooling rates on AL 7075 parts, advanced aluminum heat-treating methods, and furnace/oven technologies, providing practical takeaways for quality improvement and cost reduction.

5. Industry Networking & Collaboration – Multiple networking receptions, tabletop exhibits, and meals will offer direct access to suppliers, OEMs, and peers in the lightweight alloys sector.

Who Should Attend

• Forging Producers & Fabricators working with lightweight materials such as titanium and aluminum.

• Aerospace & Defense Manufacturers looking to enhance their supply chain capabilities and adopt cutting-edge forging technology.

• Materials Engineers & Metallurgists seeking the latest research on alloy development and process optimization.

• Operations & Production Managers interested in efficiency, automation, and equipment advancements.

• Equipment & Technology Suppliers aiming to showcase and learn about innovations in forging presses, lubrication systems, and heat-treatment equipment.

• R&D Professionals exploring material performance, forming processes, and future manufacturing trends.

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Meeting Registration Fees:*

FIA Member Pricing:

• First Attendee
  
  • $925
• Each Additional Attendee:
  
  • $750

Non-Member Pricing:

• First Attendee:
  
  • $1,250 
• Each Additional Attendee:
  
  • $950 

*Meeting Registration Fees automatically include attendance at the Welcome Reception on Monday, September 15th. If you are bringing a spouse/significant other to the Welcome Reception, please include in your itinerary when you register.

Table Tops: (Table Top registration includes 1 conference registration)

• FIA Member: $1,500
• Non-Member: $3,000

Conference Sponsorships: (Sponsorships include 1 conference registration; table top exhibit; logo on conference website; logo on onsite signage)

• FIA Member: $3,000
• Non-Member: $5,000

Registration Deadline:

The online registration deadline for this event is September 2, 2025. Registrations will not be accepted after this date. If you have questions about registration, please contact Kathy Edwards by email at kathy@forging.org or by phone at (216) 781-6260. Please login at the top of this page to begin your online registration.

THANK YOU SPONSOR!

Plant Tour:

Weber Metals, Inc., has 80 years of experience and growth. Their company began as a scrap metal business in the mid-1940's. In the early years, Mr. Edmund L. Weber saw an opportunity to expand beyond his scrap business by using his equipment to offer forging services to the growing West Coast Aerospace industry. Douglas Aircraft and Boeing were his major customers back then, providing the base that has flourished into an operation serving top aerospace companies around the globe.

When Germany-based OTTO FUCHS Metalwerke bought the company, they has serious growth strategies in mind. Between 1980 and 1990 Weber grew the plant's capabilities adding larger closed-die hydraulic forging presses to our fleet of open die presses.

In 2013 OTTO FUCHS made a momentous decision for a new press at the Weber Metals facility in Paramount, CA by purchasing the 60,000 Ton closed die press - the largest in the Western Hemisphere!

By December 2022, Weber embarked on an exciting new chapter in its history by expanding its operations to a second location. This significant milestone was marked by the acquisition of the esteemed 'Viking Metallurgical' facility, located in the picturesque town of Verdi, Nevada.

Please note: The plant tour facility will have the opportunity to review the list of attendees prior to the event. If the company decides that someone on the list is deemed to be in competition with them, the facility will inform FIA. The FIA staff will then contact the attendee to let them know that they may not attend the tour.

By participating in the plant tour, you are agreeing to host a Weber Metals employee for a plant tour at a later date, if requested.

Hotel Accommodations:

FIA has arranged for a discounted rate of $199/night at the Hilton Long Beach for the FIA Lightweight Alloys attendees. Reservations must be made by Friday, August 22, 2025. FIA cannot guarantee a discounted rate after this date. To make your reservation, please click HERE, or call 1-800-774-1500 and specifically mention "Forging Industry Association Lightweight Alloys Conference".

Cancellation Policy:

Cancellations will be permitted until September 2, 2025 and will be refunded in full. After September 2, 2025 no refunds will be given, but substitutions are permitted if submitted to the FIA in writing.

Please Note:

No registration is final until accepted by FIA. FIA reserves the right to refuse registration/attendance to any person. Any registration that is not accepted by the FIA will be refunded in full.