University of Northern Iowa foundry center receives state funding for new equipment

By: Brooklyn Draisey

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: September 2, 2026

Words: 284

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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The University of Northern Iowa will use state funding to expand the capabilities of its foundry center.

The Cedar Falls university announced that the Iowa Economic Development Authority has awarded UNI with $970,000 through its Strategic Infrastructure Program. Funds will go to purchasing new equipment for the Foundry 4.0 Center, an off-campus facility focused on exploring new technologies for the foundry industry alongside the university’s Metal Casting Center.

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