21st Scientific Conference "Optimization of Production Systems in Foundries"

Patronage and Opening Ceremony

The conference was held under the honorary patronage of Professor Krzysztof Jóźwik, Rector of Lodz University of Technology, and Professor Jacek Sawicki, Dean of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, who officially opened the event. The opening ceremony was enriched by a performance from the Kwartet Smyczkowy Industria (string quartet), which presented pieces inspired by Łódź’s cinematic and musical heritage.

Rich Scientific Program

The conference featured four scientific sessions and a poster session, during which the latest research findings in foundry engineering, materials science, and production process optimization were presented. Topics included innovative casting technologies, applications of machine learning, materials recycling, and energy transformation in industry.

Over 20 research posters were presented during the poster session, including contributions from members of the Student Scientific Association. The high substantive level of the presentations and the lively discussions confirmed the conference’s importance as a platform for knowledge and experience exchange.

Participants and Partners

The event was attended by representatives of many renowned universities and institutions, including:

• AGH University of Krakow
• Silesian University of Technology
• Bydgoszcz University of Science and Technology
• Poznan University of Technology
• Warsaw University of Technology
• Kielce University of Technology
• Czestochowa University of Technology
• University of Bielsko-Biala
• Collegium Witelona
• University of Leeds (UK)

There was also strong representation from industrial companies such as: Ferro-Term, Spectro Poland, Techno Fly, Kom-Odlew, Huta Małapanew, SILUM Foundry, Federal-Mogul Gorzyce, and Pyrotek. Their presence enriched the conference program with practical insights into the implementation of modern technologies.

Accompanying Events

Participants had the opportunity to visit the Central Museum of Textiles, learning about Łódź’s industrial heritage. Evening social events – a banquet and a grill dinner – fostered networking and informal exchange of experiences.

Acknowledgements and Awards

Each participant received a commemorative statuette featuring the buildings of the Central Museum of Textiles, symbolizing both the city’s industrial history and the 80th anniversary of Lodz University of Technology.

We sincerely thank all participants, speakers, partners, and organizers for their commitment and contribution to the success of the conference. See you at the next edition!