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Association for Iron and Steel Technology

The Association for Iron & Steel Technology (AIST) is a non-profit organization with 16,000 members from more than 70 countries. With 29 Technology Committees and 22 Local Members Chapters, AIST represents an incomparable network of steel industry knowledge and expertise. Its mission is to advance the technical development, production, processing and application of iron and steel.

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Trump Signs Executive Order Expanding Buy American Preferences

31 January 2019 - President Trump on Thursday signed an executive order that strengthens Buy American preferences for infrastructure projects. 

Fall Claims Life of AIST Distinguished Member 

29 August 2018 - Leading steel researcher and noted AIST member Dr. Bruno Charles De Cooman died Wednesday after he reportedly fell from a window in his Moscow apartment building. 

AISTech Welcomes International Audience to Philadelphia

06 May 2018 - AIST is expecting more than 6,000 people to arrive in Philadelphia this week for AISTech 2018, marking the 15th installment of what is the world’s largest annual iron and steel technology event.

Two Named to U. S. Steel Executive Management Team

03 February 2017 - United States Steel Corp. has appointed two senior directors to its executive management team, the Pittsburgh-based steelmaker announced on Friday. 

AIST Announces Expansion of Global Headquarters

30 September 2016 - The Association for Iron & Steel Technology is acquiring full ownership of its shared headquarters, a move that will accomodtae fututre growth of the association, the association has announced.

AIST Appoints New Board President, Officers

20 May 2016 - The general manager of America’s largest integrated steel works has been named president of the Association for Iron & Steel Technology, the association has announced.

AIST's Annual Trade Show to See One of Its Best Turnouts

15 May 2016 - More than 7,500 people are expected to attend the Association for Iron & Steel Technology’s annual conference and exposition, AISTech, which informally opened Sunday in Pittsburgh, Pa.

AIST Foundation Announces Student Video Contest Winners

18 April 2016 - Students from five high schools and universities have been named winners of the AIST Foundation’s annual marketing video contest.

AIST Adds to Technology Committee Lineup

04 December 2015 - The Association for Iron & Steel Technology has established a new technology committee intended to share know-how related to direct reduced iron (DRI) and hot briquetted iron (HBI).

AIST Reinvents the Steel Wheel

23 November 2015 - The Association for Iron & Steel Technology (AIST) has created an online, interactive educational tool designed to help the public understand how steel is made.

AIST Foundation Establishes New Research Grant

28 October 2015 - The AIST Foundation has announced a new US$10,000 grant, the Electrical Engineering Grant (EEG), which is meant to encourage electrical engineering students to consider a career in the iron and steel industry and to help professors promote the industry to their students.

Research Team Awarded Inaugural T.C. Graham Prize

08 October 2015 - A team of Canada-based researchers has been awarded the Association for Iron & Steel Technology’s inaugural T.C. Graham Prize, the association has announced.

Technical Collaboration Delivers Insight on Steel Mill Roll Lubrication

17 July 2015 - Quaker Chemical Corporation introduced roll lubrication to the 4-high Steckel mill at Nucor Steel Tuscaloosa Inc., which resulted in advantages such as significant extension to roll service life and a notable reduction in mill torque.

George J. Koenig, President, Berry Metal Company, Appointed AIST President for 2015-2016

08 May 2015 - George J. Koenig, president, Berry Metal Company, Harmony, Pa., USA, has been appointed president of the Association for Iron & Steel Technology (AIST) for 2015–2016.

Mario Longhi Named Steelmaker of the Year at AISTech 2015

08 May 2015 - Other Industry Leaders Recognized for Significant Contributions to AIST and the Global Iron and Steel Industry

AIST Announces T.C. Graham Prize Semi-Finalists

08 May 2015 - The Association for Iron & Steel Technology (AIST) selection committee has chosen 10 semi-finalists for the T.C. Graham Prize.

Yakov Gordon Presents the Howe Memorial Lecture at AISTech 2015

04 May 2015 - The Howe Memorial Lecture was the opening session at AISTech 2015 in Cleveland, Ohio, USA.

Mario Longhi of U. S. Steel Named 2015 AIST Steelmaker of the Year

08 April 2015 - Mr. Longhi and other industry leaders will be recognized for significant contributions to the global iron and steel industry at AISTech 2015

Leading Steel Executives Debate Industry's Key Issues at AISTech 2015 Town Hall Forum

12 March 2015 - A panel of the steel industry's most influential executives will take part in a moderated discussion at the AISTech Town Hall Forum on Wednesday, 6 May at 8:30 a.m. in the Grand Ballroom at the Cleveland Convention Center, Cleveland, Ohio, USA.

Industry Leaders Chosen for Significant Contributions to AIST and Global Iron and Steel Industry

04 March 2015 - The Association for Iron & Steel Technology (AIST) recognizes, through peer reviews, the active leadership and significant contributions of individuals or companies to AIST and the global iron and steel industry.