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April Orders Lowest Since January ’21

June 14, 2023

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June 14, 2023

April Orders Lowest Since January ’21

New orders of manufacturing technology in April 2023 declined 38.7 percent from March 2023 orders and declined 34.4 percent from April 2022 orders, according to the latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report published by AMT–The Association For Manufacturing Technology. Year-to-date orders are 13.6 percent below the same period in 2022.

The Hoffmann Family of Companies Acquires Wayne Manufacturing

Founded in 1963, Wayne Manufacturing, Laotto, IN, which produces dozens of products for the automobile industry, has been acquired by the Hoffman Family of Companies, based in Florida. Wayne Manufacturing’s Quality Management System is certified by NSF-ISR for IATF 16949:2016, and includes conformance in metal stamping with robotic welding, machining and assembly capabilities.

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Tune In for MetalForming LIVE: July 11, 18 and 25

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LISTEN: Destiny of Manufacturing Podcast Features PMA President David Klotz

“When we offer our technical training, we now have as many people online as we do in person,” PMA president David Klotz tells podcast host Dean Phillips, “bringing PMA’s educational offerings to bigger audiences. We’re doing more with our districts, improving communication throughout PMA locally and nationally, and fostering more engagement. We’ve also fortified our training offerings through the PMA Educational Foundation.”

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October Conference Covers Industry 4.0 for Metal Formers & Fabricators

The Industry 4.0 Experience for Metal Formers & Fabricators, October 3-4 in Nashville, TN, is a one-of-a-kind conference designed to educate metal forming and fabricating plants on the latest in digital and plant-floor connectivity technologies. Experts will explain how automation, Internet of Things and additive manufacturing are changing how manufacturers work.

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In Memoriam: Stephan Robertson, Simpac America

The industry received news of a tragic loss with the passing of Stephan Robertson, general manager/VP of sales and operations at Simpac America, on Thursday, May 18, 2023. Stephan was a sales and marketing executive with more than 30 years of experience in the metal forming industry, and held leadership positions with various North American, Asian and European companies.

A shining light of positivity, Stephen went above and beyond for his customers, family and friends, and will be forever missed by all who knew and loved him.

PMA to Celebrate 30th Anniversary of Premier Automotive Parts Suppliers Conference In Greenville, SC

Leaders in the automotive-supply industry will gather in Greenville, SC, October 26-27, 2023, for the 30th annual Automotive Parts Suppliers Conference (APSC), produced by the Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) and MetalForming magazine. The conference will highlight topics such as venture startups in the automotive industry, the impact of EVs on metal formers, and legal and regulatory issues.

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Fabrication Innovation and ESG Commitment

…were prominently on display at the newly minted Amada Global Innovation Center, Amada’s new 30,000-sq.-m showcase facility in Isehara, Japan, where the company seeks to “co-create the future of manufacturing with its customers.”

Is It a Tool, Die or Both?
Although tool and die firms are small in number and total employment, they play a vital role in manufacturing innovation. Any durable-goods manufacturer seeking to introduce a new product is likely to require customized tools, dies and molds to make metal, plastic and ceramic components.