Golden Aluminum Celebrates Manufacturing Day 2025
On Friday, October 3rd, we opened the doors of our Fort Lupton, CO mill to celebrate Manufacturing Day 2025. Over 200 guests joined us for a day dedicated to community, innovation, and advancing sustainability across the industry.
Held every year on the first Friday in October, Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) shows future workers, parents, and community members what modern manufacturing is all about. This national event highlights the creativity, technology, and talent driving the next generation of American manufacturing.
This MFG Day was a special one for Golden Aluminum, marked by a major milestone in our operations and the strengthening of our manufacturing community.
Why Manufacturing Day Matters
MFG Day is part of a nationwide effort led by the National Association of Manufacturers, The Manufacturing Institute, MEP Centers, and other partners to recognize the impact and importance of manufacturing. The fourth industrial revolution is pushing our industry towards rapid change, and with it come advancements in technology, as well as new career opportunities.
From robotics specialists to technicians, bioengineers to machine operators, there are more career paths than ever before. MFG Day gives students, parents, and future workers a chance to see it firsthand, and imagine where they might fit in.
For us at Golden Aluminum, it’s also a chance to share what we’ve been working on. And this year, we had something big to celebrate.
Spotlight on Nexcast®: Our Biggest Tech Upgrade in 40+ Years
A major highlight of the event was the introduction of our newly upgraded Nexcast® casting system—marking the most significant improvement to our casting technology in over four decades.
This next-generation system is a direct reflection of Golden Aluminum’s long-standing commitment to efficiency, sustainability, and technological leadership in the aluminum industry.
Our state-of-the-art casting system has the power to:
- Reduce carbon intensity by up to 60% compared to conventional processes
- Use over 80% recycled end-of-life scrap
- Cut water usage by approximately 86% versus traditional casting routes
- Simplify production by eliminating several intermediate steps
This upgrade replaces Golden’s original block caster, which had been the foundation of our production process for decades. With Nexcast®, we gain tighter process control, improved coil consistency, and the ability to handle a wider range of alloys, including high magnesium 5xxx grades. The system also streamlines production by converting molten aluminum directly into coil form, reducing energy and water consumption in the process.
A Celebration of Progress, Technology, and People
While we were excited to show off our new Nexcast® technology, this year’s MFG Day was really about bringing people together. Throughout the event, attendees were invited to tour our Fort Lupton facility, meet the teams behind our products, and take part in a celebration that included a community cookout, New Zealand ice cream, and our popular employee Auto Show.
Another Milestone for Golden Aluminum
Manufacturing Day 2025 was a reaffirmation of our company’s direction and priorities, reflecting our ongoing investment in our operations, team, and technology.
It was a meaningful day spent with fellow local officials, educators, workforce partners, employees and their families. It brought our community into the heart of our operations and demonstrated the critical role we all play in advancing the future of manufacturing.
Looking Ahead
Golden Aluminum’s heritage is rooted in innovation, sustainability, and pride in U.S. manufacturing. The successful installation of the Nexcast® casting system strengthens our ability to produce responsibly, operate efficiently, and meet the evolving needs of our customers.
As we look to the future, we remain committed to driving progress—both within our community and the industry—and contributing to a resilient, sustainable future for manufacturing.
Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate this important milestone. Here’s to what’s next!
