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Welcome to the Cleveland Akron Canton Ohio Chapter AFS Web page. The CAC AFS is one of the largest local chapters of the American Foundry Society in the United States. Northeastern Ohio has traditionally been a busy region for the metal-casting industry. Today, we boast a membership that includes over 300 foundrymen and suppliers in Northeastern Ohio. Members include owners, managers, salary and hourly employees from large and small foundries as well as suppliers to this industry.
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SPeaker spotlight
Ryan Markland & George curry
Ryan Markland is a Senior Technical Manager with August Mack Environmental, Inc. He specializes in compliance with the Clean Air Act (CAA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) plans, Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know (EPCRA), and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and Permitting.
Ryan holds a B.S. in environmental engineering from The Ohio State University and is currently working toward his Professional Engineer’s license. He has nearly 10 years of experience in permitting & compliance.
With 25+ years of experience in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) leadership, I specialize in navigating complex global regulatory landscapes to protect both people and business operations. My career is defined by a commitment to transforming compliance from a requirement into a strategic advantage. Having managed diverse regulatory programs across global markets, I provide expert guidance that aligns regulatory rigor with organizational goals. I hold a B.S. in Industrial Technology from Rowan University and remain dedicated to fostering proactive cultures of safety and operational excellence
- Regulatory Updates & EHS “Hot” TopicsThu, Apr 09The Venue Banquet Center
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We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our sponsors for their generous support of the CAC AFS Chapter. Your commitment allows us to continue providing valuable resources, educational events, and networking opportunities for foundry professionals in our region. With your partnership, we are able to enhance the growth and success of the foundry industry, and we deeply appreciate your ongoing contributions to our mission. Thank you for being an integral part of our community!
