Global supplier in the mineral processing, construction, and recycling industries ME Elecmetal is expanding its role in the 2025 Manufacturing Day initiative with an open house event at its US foundry in Duluth, Minnesota.  

The event, which takes place 10am-2pm on  Saturday, October 4 will offer opportunities for employees, customers, students, educators, and community members to experience firsthand the innovation, craftsmanship, and career potential that define modern metal casting. 

In alignment with the goals of Manufacturing Day—a nationwide initiative dedicated to inspiring the next generation of manufacturing professionals—ME Elecmetal will offer facility tours, live metal casting demonstrations, and educational programming designed to highlight the critical role of manufacturing in the U.S. economy.  

This event is also an opportunity to recognize ME Elecmetal employees by providing them with a platform to share their workplace and contributions with family and friends. 

“At ME Elecmetal, Manufacturing Day is more than a public outreach initiative—it is a celebration of our people and our purpose,” VP, Manufacturing  Scott Schudalla said in a news release. “It allows us to highlight the important work being done within our facilities, underscore the value of American manufacturing, and demonstrate the potential of metal casting as a meaningful and rewarding career path.” 

As a cornerstone of the U.S. manufacturing sector, the metal casting industry supports vital supply chains across aerospace, automotive, agriculture, construction, mining, and more.  

With an estimated 3.8 million manufacturing jobs projected to open in the next decade, events like these are critical in addressing workforce needs and fostering a deeper understanding of the opportunities manufacturing offers, the company said.  

This event also reflects ME Elecmetal’s broader commitment to community engagement and outreach. The company actively partners with local schools, vocational programs, and industry associations to support STEM education, workforce development, and sustainability awareness.  

From employee volunteer initiatives to charitable contributions, to hands-on learning experiences, ME Elecmetal works to build lasting relationships with the communities where it operates—helping to shape the future of mining and manufacturing by investing in the people who power it. 

Registration is here.