Letter from the Chair Every year, it seems, it has become more difficult to keep people involved with outside groups or associations. Time is more precious than ever before – and jobs are more demanding. However, I believe people underestimate the importance of keeping up with new technologies, having a central source for industry-related education and information, and finding … [Read more...] about Association News

The world is an unpredictable place; still, you can see trends if you look. It doesn't take much looking, though, to see that the economy is growing, and this time, so are the number of manufacturing jobs. A reduction in regulation has helped, as have the tax breaks for businesses. Whatever the causes, directly or indirectly, consumer optimism and spending are leading to … [Read more...] about Association News