Precision Metalforming Association

📊 Just released: our October Business Conditions Report shows metalforming manufacturers taking a more cautious outlook for Q4 2024. Metalformers' outlook dims with 37% expecting decreased activity (up from 31% in Sept). Only 10% report increased shipping levels, while 12% note workforce on short time/layoff. Read the full report below to see the latest trends in shipping levels, incoming orders, and workforce patterns across the industry. https://lnkd.in/eN9AQaYY

Join the Precision Metalforming Association West Michigan at the 8th Annual Suppliers Expo in Hudsonville, MI! Network with over 60 companies showcasing the latest in metalforming products and services. Enjoy free admission, a complimentary lunch buffet, and soft beverages. Participate in raffle prize drawings every hour with over $3,000 in prizes! Learn more about the PMA and how to join here: https://lnkd.in/gHr7Hddk #Manufacturing #Engineering #Networking #PMAWestMichigan #Metalforming

It's showtime! Make your way to The Pinnacle Center in Hudsonville, MI for the 8th Annual PMA West Michigan Suppliers Expo. Show starts at 12:00 p.m. Free registration! More than 60 exhibitors showcasing the latest in metal stamping, tool & die, forming and fabricating, automation and hundreds of metalforming products and services. Enjoy a complimentary lunch buffet and cash bar. WIN BIG - We're giving away more than $3,000 in prizes, every hour on the hour. Does your company have an apprenticeship program? Attend the show and enter to win one of two Apprentice toolboxes! Raffle Prizes at a GlanceCabelas Inc @Cabelas Inc YETI Tundra Haul Cabela's Gift Package Golf Package Kayak and Paddle Two tickets to Detroit Lions vs. Jacksonville Jaguars on November 17 Show Details: Date Tuesday, October 29 Agenda 11:30 a.m. – Registration open 12:00 p.m. Exhibits and buffet lunch open 1:00 p.m. – Round one raffle prize drawing 2:00 p.m. – Round two raffle prize drawing 3:00 p.m. – Round three raffle prize drawing 4:00 p.m. – Round four raffle prize drawing 5:00 p.m. – Round five raffle prize drawing 5:15 p.m. – Apprentice Toolbox raffle drawing 6:00 p.m. – Exhibits close Location The Pinnacle Center 3330 Highland Drive, Hudsonville, MI 49436 Thank You Sponsors: Apex Systems Amada Press System America Inc. Combined Metals Company, LLC D&S MACHINE REPAIR, INC Digital Tool & Die Inc. DTC Products Incorporated Federated Insurance Greenpoint Metals, Inc. GREEN PACKAGING Hansen/Balk Steel Treating Company International Mold Steel Mill Steel Company oelheld U.S., Inc. Softcell Engineering Services (ESBU) T-SIM Solutions Tower Metalworking Fluids #PMACommunity #PMADistrcits @WheretheActionHappens

On the latest episode of Talking with One Voice, we dive deep into how the 2024 congressional races will impact American manufacturing. Co-hosts Omar Nashashibi, Paul Nathanson and Caitlin Sickles examine congressional races across the nation, with detailed analysis of states including Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. The discussion also explores the evolving political landscape, including the potential impact of high-profile endorsements from figures like Elon Musk and Taylor Swift.   This is an essential listen to learn how the 2024 election cycle could affect our industry.   🎧 Listen to the full episode below or on your preferred platform. https://lnkd.in/edejSCbV

ICOSPA 2024 in Osaka, Japan is a wrap. Great job by JMSA (Japan Metal Stamping Assoc.) and everyone involved, thank you. Over 180 delegates from 🇯🇵 🇩🇪 🇫🇷 🇬🇧 🇨🇳 🇺🇸 attended the three day congress. Always great to see friends and make new ones and learn from each other. See you in Chicago for #ICOSPA2027. Precision Metalforming Association MetalForming Magazine Christie Carmigiano Katlyn Stratis, CMP Michael Vohland Brad Kuvin Catherine LARROQUE, Metalforming Régis Lhomer Didier DESOUBRY Stephen Morley Geraldine Bolton David Arndt Jeff Aznavorian Thierry Ployer Jonathan Fusil Stefan Brüninghaus Joachim Hauß Hideki Taoka Hideki Ikeuchi Hiroto Mihara #Metalforming #Metalstamping #Metalfabrication ##Toolanddie #international #PMAcommunity

Did you know FABTECH Expo is put on by a group of manufacturing associations, including the Precision Metalforming Association, which helped bring 35,000+ people to Orlando last week for #manufacturing! I interviewed my friend David Klotz President of PMA, to talk about the big highlights from 𝐅𝐀𝐁𝐓𝐄𝐂𝐇 𝐎𝐫𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐨 and why membership matters to manufacturing companies and communities! 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐰𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐏𝐌𝐀 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬! 🔹PMA has over 920 member companies 🔹PMA has over 60 members just in West Michigan alone! 🔹The metalforming industry is over $137 Billion in North America. 🔹PMA was established in 1913 Are you involved with an association? What are some of the biggest benefits you get? 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐌𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬! 🔹LinkedIn: Jake Hall and ring the Bell 🔔 🔹The Manufacturing Millennial Shoutout to my PMA Friends: James (Drew) Gutierrez, Michael Vohland, Brad Kuvin, Peter Ulintz, Scott Rieg, Connie King, Doug Trout, Dean Phillips , DTM SME✔ #themanufacturingmillennial #metalforming #metalstamping #metalfabrication #toolanddie #PMAcommunity #FABTECH

Jake you are the best. I enjoyed catching up with you at FABTECH in Orlando last week. Thank you for the support to the PMA members in West MI. We appreciate it. Precision Metalforming Association MetalForming Magazine James (Drew) Gutierrez Randy Kish Erin Peterman Dean Phillips , DTM SME✔ Connie King Jeff Umlor Stephen Koets #PMAcommunity

Thank you Jake Hall for the support to PMA and taking the time. Great supporter to the West MI mfg area and our PMA West MI district. #PMAcommunity. Nice job by Dean Phillips , DTM SME✔ and James (Drew) Gutierrez

Where Metal Takes Shape: Our very own Adam Briggs, President and COO, sat down with the Destiny of Manufacturing podcast to dish on all things manufacturing and FabTech. From industry trends to PMA and Trans-Matic's initiatives, Adam's insights are a must-hear for anyone in the business. Give it a listen and let us know what you think! https://lnkd.in/eDGtYC6S

Great week in Charleston, SC. with Club 301. Excellent networking group facilitated through the Precision Metalforming Association. Thank you to Phoenix Specialty Mfg. Co. for hosting and providing a facility tour. Very impressive work and operations. It is a great opportunity to network with experienced professionals who work to drive the manufacturing industry forward. #Manufacturing #PMA #Club301 #PhoenixSpecialtyMfgCo