72nd Annual Technical Conference & Exhibition
Pittsburgh: A Bridge to Technology
Receptions Sun. 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Tues. 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. WELCOME RECEPTION
Monday, Sept. 29, 2025 8:00 a.m. - 8:10 a.m.
WELCOME INTRODUCTION Ty Ueland, SeaCast, Inc., ICI President
8:10 a.m. - 8:40 a.m. Annual General Meeting (North American ICI Members Only) Ty Ueland, SeaCast, Inc., ICI President
Business Review (North American ICI Members Only) Timothy C. Sullivan, Esq., ICI Executive Director
8:40 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Intern Scholarships Russ Rosmait, Pittsburg State University
9:00 a.m. - 9:40 a.m. Paper No. 1 Bridging the Knowledge Gap: AI-Powered Information Systems in Manufacturing Aaron Phipps, MPI, Inc. and Patrick Byrne, Annora AI This paper explores the collaboration between MPI
Systems and Annora AI to tackle pressing challenges in modern manufacturing through strategic AI deployment. With an aging workforce, persistent labor shortages, and disjointed information systems threatening efficiency, AI offers manufacturers a powerful competitive edge. Our analysis reveals how these solutions slash the nearly two hours employees spend daily searching for information while enabling seamless knowledge transfer across generations. Supporting over 50 years of equipment in
18 ❘ July 2025 ® Exposition
Mon. 2:30 – 6:00 p.m. Tues. 2:30 – 5:00 p.m.
the field, MPI Systems leverages an AI-driven knowledge retrieval system to streamline access to data across multiple storage platforms simultaneously. We demonstrate how AI transforms training
and onboarding by fostering judgment-free learning environments, accelerating skill development, and boosting new-employee productivity by up to 50%. Acting as a bridge between fragmented systems, this technology standardizes decision-making and enhances operational speed without costly infrastructure overhauls. The paper outlines a practical framework for
implementation, delivering immediate ROI while paving the way for holistic digital transformation. For manufacturing leaders facing workforce shifts and market demands, AI- enhanced information systems are not just a technological leap—they are a strategic imperative for sustainable success. Keywords: Automation
9:40 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Paper No. 2 A New Approach to Evaluate Green Shell Strength Properties to Better Understand Shell Cracking Austin Scheer, Ransom & Randolph One of the more common defects associated with
the ceramic shell process is shell cracking, especially in the dewaxing process where the shell is subject to forces from expanding pattern material during the initial phases of dewax. There are commonly accepted measurements and properties that are used to determine shell strength.
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