Metal Formers Optimistic According to PMA Report

View this email online. Technologies | News | Articles | Infocenter | Newsletters | Events | More | Suppliers | Advertise February 12, 2020 Metal Formers Optimistic According to PMA Report Metal forming companies begin 2020 with optimism and expect an upswing in economic activity in the first quarter of 2020, according to the January 2020 Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) Business Conditions Report. Prepared monthly, the report provides an economic indicator for manufacturing, sampling 110 metal forming companies in the United States and Canada. The January report showed that 32 percent of participants predict an improvement in economic activity during the next three months, an increase from 20 percent in December; 55 percent forecast no change in activity, a 1-percent uptick from December; and only 13 percent anticipate a decline in activity, a decrease from 26 percent in December. Sponsored Heyco Metals Since 1969, Heyco Metals has rolled out high precision, light-gauge coil and strip. Now celebrating its 50th anniversary, the company excels in copper, copper alloys and stainless steel as it continues a proven commitment to pristine surface quality, short lead times, exact specifications and unparalleled value for customers. LISTEN: PMA Rolls Out New Legislative/Advocacy Podcast PMA and the National Tooling and Machining Association (NTMA) are co-producing a new podcast series focused on manufacturing policy issues, called Talking with One Voice. PMA and NTMA undertake joint advocacy efforts in Washington, D.C., under the name One Voice for Manufacturing. The podcasts will feature the One Voice advocacy team in Washington—John Guzik and Omar Nashashibi from The Franklin Partnership and Paul Nathanson and Caitlin Sickles from the Policy Resolution Group at Bracewell LLP. Each week, the team will break down how the latest news from Washington impacts manufacturing businesses across the country. Hot topics include workforce development, taxes, trade, healthcare and regulations. Join the conversation by emailing your questions to the podcast. Sponsored 2020 AMUG Conference—Join Us The AMUG Conference brings a unique experience to additive manufacturing (AM). Designed to facilitate information exchange between AM users, the conference brings together individuals of all experience levels that wish to do more with the technology. What makes the AMUG Conference different is the openness of attendees and willingness to share. March 22 – 26, 2020. FABTECH 2019 a Technology Oasis FABTECH 2019, held November 11-14 in Chicago, IL, closed with record attendance, marking a 7-percent increase over the 2017 event, the previous FABTECH held in Chicago. More than 48,000 attendees from 95 countries and 1700 exhibitors participated in FABTECH 2019, learning about new metal stamping and fabricating equipment, software and services. MetalForming already has covered some FABTECH 2019 offerings, including servomechanical presses and fabrication and welding equipment. We present more of the latest and greatest here. FABTECH 2020 is set for November 18-20 in Las Vegas, NV. WATCH: How License Plates are Made at a MI Correctional Facility A group of inmates at the Gus Harrison Correctional Facility near Adrian, MI, is responsible for every license plate produced for the state of Michigan. How to Finish Steel Weld Seams Transforming a component from as-welded to final requires forethought and adherence to needed steps to ensure an ideal finish, especially when working with stainless steel. Following the correct finishing sequence, and using the correct techniques and abrasive products, will deliver optimal results. Hot Off the Press Today's News Seyi to Post New Customer-Testimonial Videos EuroBlech 2020 Adds 9th Exhibition Hall U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Increased in December Growth for Carbon-Steel Tube Supplier February 2020 Better Process Monitoring via In-Press Detection Technology that limits or prevents bad parts and damaged tooling through precise sensing and on-the-fly adjustment provides a powerful tool for metal formers. Large-Span Fan Makes Energy Saving a Breeze ...for an Iowa fabricator, delivering a better work environment for employees while significantly lowering HVAC bills. Upcoming Issues March: Die Protection/Press Controls, Conveyors, CNC Punching & Tooling, Resistance Welding, Post-Processing, Roundup: Die Design and Simulation Software April: Mechanical Presses, Stamping High-Strength Steels, Laser Cutting, Press Brakes/Folding, Arc Welding, Software for Manufacturing, Industry 4.0, PMA Auto Parts Suppliers Conference and Industry Report

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