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For more than four decades, PMA’s business reports have delivered critical industry intelligence to help manufacturers strengthen both operational performance and long-term strategy. Today, that legacy has expanded through Metalforming Insights and Economic Insights—a powerful combination of benchmarking data and forward-looking market analysis designed for executive decision-making.
Participation unlocks access to exclusive, data-rich reports available only to contributors. Through Metalforming Insights, companies receive customized benchmarking across financials, operations, sales and workforce—providing a clear view of how their performance compares to industry peers. Economic Insights complements this with quarterly macroeconomic analysis and metalforming-specific trends, helping leaders anticipate market shifts and plan with confidence.
All data submitted is kept strictly confidential, with results presented in aggregate to protect individual company information. Select reports also include tailored views of your company’s performance, turning your data into actionable intelligence.
As a PMA member-only benefit, these proprietary reports are reserved for participating companies, providing a distinct competitive advantage and making membership a valuable investment for organizations committed to deeper insights, stronger performance and more informed decision-making.
PMA offers two types of industry data to PMA members:
Gives you personalized data to see how your company fits within the industry.
Provides the big picture on the current state of the economy and how it affects metalformers. Economic Insights will be available starting March 2026.
PMA partners with Wipfli LLC to provide these reports to PMA members. By partnering with Wipfli, we are combining manufacturing, metalforming and market expertise to provide an unmatched resource of business-critical data and insights for PMA members.
Business today is more fluid than ever. Helping manufacturers achieve their goals takes imagination, discipline and a process that delivers results today while anticipating tomorrow’s demands. That’s Wipfli. With more than 7,500 manufacturing, retail and distribution clients and over 300 industry-focused professionals, Wipfli ranks among the top 20 advisory and accounting firms in the nation. From operational improvements and performance enhancements to large-scale digital transformation, Wipfli helps clients achieve lasting results and set their sights on new goals. With its dedicated specialists, you benefit from insightful thinking across critical areas of your business — gaining greater financial success, tax optimization, operational excellence and an engaged workforce.
If you are not a PMA member but are interested in how PMA’s industry data can help your company, contact Mark Fortuna, membership director, or submit a membership interest form.
If you are a current PMA member and have questions about PMA’s industry data, contact Cindy Minn, industry data manager, at 216-901-8800 ext. 149.
If you don’t see your question listed, feel free to reach out—we’re happy to help!
To join PMA, visit the membership page and complete the interest form. You’ll need to provide information about your company and your areas of interest. After submission, a member of PMA’s membership team will follow up with you and schedule a call to learn more. Membership is open to companies in the metalforming industry.
The yearly membership fee for PMA varies depending on your company’s size and type. Fees are structured to ensure accessibility for businesses of all sizes, from small manufacturers to large corporations. Contact PMA directly for a customized quote.
You will be sent your renewal notice via email. The email will contain your invoice and instructions to renew. Renewals typically go out to members in November. Complete the renewal process to ensure continuous access to all the resources and benefits that PMA offers. Renewal reminders are sent before your membership expires.
Nonmembers can attend most PMA events, but they will need to pay at the nonmember registration price, which is typically higher than the discounted rate available to members. PMA members enjoy reduced rates and priority access to these events, making membership a cost-effective option for regular attendees.
