Let's put a Spotlight on Rheocasting for Gigacastings

In the heart of China’s manufacturing powerhouse, Chongqing, the 4th China International Lightweight Industry Conference and Exhibition is set to unfold from April 10–12, 2025. Among the international voices contributing to the conversation will be Fabian Niklas from Casting-Campus GmbH, who will present on an exciting topic: “Rheocasting for Gigacastings.”

A Perfect Match of Topic and Location

I’ll be giving a presentation about Rheocasting for Gigacastings in the homeland of Gigacasting. It’s a perfect topic and a perfect match.

Indeed, the setting couldn’t be more appropriate. Chongqing, known for its manufacturing base and innovation ecosystem, is home to many of China’s foundries and automotive production hubs. This makes it a natural stage for discussions around cutting-edge casting technologies like Rheocasting.

About the Conference

Since its inception in 2020, the China International Lightweight Industry Conference has grown into one of the most prestigious platforms in industrial lightweighting. This year, the event is expected to attract around 1,000 participants, ranging from top automotive and aerospace manufacturers to material suppliers, researchers, and academic institutions.

The 2025 edition carries the theme “Lightweight Innovation, Excellent Navigation,” and introduces a broader scope than ever before. More information is on the event’s website. (Be aware; the website does not have an SSL-Certificate)

Why Attend?

As mentioned in the video, the event offers a rich combination of presentations, exhibitions, and excursions. If you’re in China or can go to China, attend the conference. It will be quite interesting.

For those who can’t attend in person, Fabian encourages signing up for the Casting Insights Newsletter, available via LinkedIn or Email, to receive post-event updates and access to his presentation.

The conference, organized by the China Die Casting Network and China Automobile Casting Technology Platform and supported by associations such as the International Magnesium Society, aims to foster collaborative innovation across the entire value chain.

With expert insights like Fabian’s on Rheocasting for Gigacastings, the event promises to be a cornerstone moment in the evolution of casting technology, where East meets West, tradition meets innovation, and ideas meet action.