Small Foundry Work
Event Details
This two-day is a very hands-on class and unique opportunity to learn this fascinating technique for duplicating objects. Fuel options, furnace & crucible designs, and art of pattern making &
Event Details
This two-day is a very hands-on class and unique opportunity to learn this fascinating technique for duplicating objects. Fuel options, furnace & crucible designs, and art of pattern making & molding are all explored. Practical knowledge will be applied by constructing a small furnace and making aluminum castings. Beginner class. Students are encouraged to bring a small, simple object for use as a casting pattern!
Time
March 28, 2026 9:00 am - March 29, 2026 5:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Tillers International
10515 E OP Ave. Scotts, MI 49008
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Organizer
Paul Mcguire
Paul McGuire is one of the Small Foundry class instructors who has a degree in Material Science and Mechanics from MSU. Paul has been running...
Paul McGuire is one of the Small Foundry class instructors who has a degree in Material Science and Mechanics from MSU. Paul has been running this class since the late 90’s with a variety of other folks. He prioritizes a relaxed and hands-on teaching style.
Russ Allen
Russ has been a hobbyist metal caster for nearly 25 years, after wanting to fix a Stanley hand plane that was missing some parts. He’s...
Russ has been a hobbyist metal caster for nearly 25 years, after wanting to fix a Stanley hand plane that was missing some parts. He’s been co-teaching a weekend casting class once a year with Paul McGuire since 2004, after taking Paul’s class a few years prior.
