This presentation sheds light on the die casting industry in the area of conflict between sustainability and the many challenges it faces, particularly in Europe. It will show how companies are overcoming high energy costs, strict environmental regulations and the shortage of skilled workers through sustainable innovations. In a discussion between Franjo Wöstmann, CEO and Founder – Cast Coil GmbH, and Christopher Boss, Executive Director EUROGUSS, practical examples and success stories will be used to illustrate how the industry is developing forward-looking solutions that not only address its own problems, but also offer valuable lessons for other industries.
Franz Josef Wöstmann is an internationally recognized engineer with over two decades of experience in foundry technology and mobility research. As the founder of Cast Coil GmbH, he is driving forward the development of a new generation of electric drives – with the aim of realizing more energy-efficient and resource-saving solutions for electromobility. Prior to this, he headed the Foundry Technology and Lightweight Construction department at Fraunhofer IFAM, where he was responsible for the Mobility business unit.
As Executive Director of EUROGUSS at NürnbergMesse GmbH, Christopher Boss is a key figure in developing, internationalizing and securing the future of the die casting industry. Under his leadership, the EUROGUSS family is growing and providing new impetus for innovation, sustainability and the promotion of young talent in the industry.
