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PMA’s East and West Michigan Districts participated in an alliance with MIOSHA from 2009-2018 to help protect the safety and health of Michigan workers in the metalforming industry. Through the alliance, the PMA East and West Michigan Districts worked with MIOSHA to create a fact sheet titled “Press Brakes: Operator Protection.” Download the fact sheet.
Train your employees on key safety topics with these short one-point safety lessons.
MIOSHA’s “Take A Stand for Safety Day” Held Annually in August
Each year on a designated day in August, at your request, a MIOSHA professional (including compliance staff, outreach consultants, managers, and supervisors) will provide a special one-on-one consultation to address specific issues, such as:
“I really did not know what to expect the first year I signed up for Take a Stand Day. I was a little on edge, on guard and pretty much nervous! The whole process was painless, actually very enlightening. Our team learned a lot from participating in Take a Stand Day. Did we have issues? Yes, however we were able to correct these issues without being penalized. Would I recommend other companies participate in Take a Stand Day? Absolutely! It’s a great opportunity to have a second set of qualified eyes help identify hazards that we may overlook which could cause injuries to our workforce. We have participated every year since and are committed to participate each year going forward.”
— Ray Miles, Environmental Health & Safety Manager
E&E Manufacturing Co., Inc.
“All PMA member companies in Michigan should seriously consider taking advantage of MIOSHA’s Take A Stand Day, held in August each year. This activity can help transform your relationship with MIOSHA from “enforcer” to networking partner and a force for positive change. Since 2012, more than 10 PMA Michigan member companies have participated in Take A Stand Day, and most are repeat participants.
Several years ago, Trans-Matic was exploring the cooperative programs MIOSHA has to offer and it was recommended to start by inviting MIOSHA in for Take A Stand Day. We did, and the experience was very good for our company and our employees. It helped us break the ice, prepare for, and achieve an even more adventurous goal, MSHARP certification (Michigan Safety & Health Achievement Recognition Program). We found the visitors from MIOSHA to be very dedicated, friendly and helpful. The interaction was more of a shared learning experience, not a one-sided “to do” list.
All of MIOSHA’s cooperative programs are there to help employers, and their employees, no matter what condition they are in. Participating in these programs is taking charge of your safety, instead of waiting for the knock at the door from enforcement, or worse yet, a serious injury that could have been prevented. Trans-Matic continues to participate in Take A Stand Day as part of our overall continuous improvement efforts. We consider MIOSHA a partner in our shared quest to keep getting better.”
— Joe Hartings, Environmental Health & Safety Manager
Trans-Matic Manufacturing Co., Inc.
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.
Prior to joining the PMA staff, Mary held positions as a program specialist for the Educational Center of Northeast Ohio and as an administrative program coordinator in the professional development department at Baldwin Wallace University.
Senior Editor Louis Kren has worked as an editor in trade and technical publishing since 1988. Before joining MetalForming in April 2000, he served as editor-in-chief of Forging magazine. During his career Lou also served as an editor with Foundry and 33 MetalProducing magazines.
Damon Wolf joined PMA as the sales manager for MetalForming magazine in the fall of 2018. In 2025, Damon was promoted to associate publisher. In April 2026, Damon was promoted to publisher. He handles all print and online sales related to the magazine and leads the strategic direction of the magazine. Damon comes to PMA from GIE Media, where he served for 10 years as regional sales manager for that company’s three manufacturing publications. Prior to that, he sold for American Machinist, then a publication of Penton Media, and other B2B industry magazines, totaling 18 years of B2B publishing experience.
Dean Phillips joined the PMA staff as director of technical training in May 2024. Prior to this, he was heavily involved with PMA Tennessee District, served on the PMA safety committee, and was a contributor to MetalForming magazine. Dean has been an active member of the forming and fabricating community for the past 35 years. He started his career at Niagara (later Clearing Niagara Bliss, CNB), serving as service tech, regional sales manager and fabrication product director. Later, he was the fabrication product director for Piranha / Allsteel and designed the Titan press brake with Tennsmith as its director of fabrication products. Dean also was national sales manager for SEYI Presses. Dean is an expert in IIoT and strategy for AI-based systems, as well as an expert on safety and controls, working to make manufacturers as productive and safe as possible. Dean spent 20 years with Link Systems and is designing VR/AR as president of Longevity Industries’ “Reality Safe.” You can hear Dean, the host/producer of PMA’s “Destiny of Manufacturing” podcast, with industry leaders and technical experts.
Mark Fortuna joined the Precision Metalforming Association in 2018 and currently serves as director of membership. With more than 30 years of experience in sales and relationship management, Mark leads PMA’s membership strategy, helping manufacturers connect with the resources, advocacy and networking opportunities that drive their success. Throughout his career, Mark has held a variety of sales and leadership roles across multiple industries, developing a strong foundation in customer service, strategic growth and team collaboration. His diverse background allows him to bring a fresh perspective to PMA’s mission, focusing on building meaningful relationships and creating long-term value for members. Mark is currently completing his MBA, which he expects to earn in December 2025.
Brad Kuvin began his career in 1984, accumulating nearly 40 years of experience in covering metal forming and fabricating technologies. Brad served as Editor of Welding Design & Fabrication and Gases & Welding Distributor magazines before joining PMA and MetalForming magazine in 2000.
Prior to joining PMA in May 2022, Connie King served as the director of professional development for Baldwin Wallace University, where she created and delivered original, competency-based learning programs for external organizations and university employees. She previously worked for the University of Akron as a manager of business solutions, where she developed and implemented internal and external organizational development programs, and created community, industry-based consortiums for assessing and satisfying skills demands. Prior to her higher education career, Connie worked in a variety of corporate and entrepreneurial positions which included expertise in marketing, trade show/events management, publishing, and training and development. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Business from Baldwin-Wallace College and an MBA from the University of Akron.
Drew Gutierrez is the director of marketing at the Precision Metalforming Association and MetalForming magazine, where he leads marketing strategy, communications and brand initiatives across digital and print platforms. With nearly a decade of experience in industrial and association marketing, Drew drives member engagement, event promotion and audience growth through data-driven campaigns and creative storytelling that connect manufacturers with resources, insights and opportunities for success.
Christie Carmigiano is the government and communications director at the Precision Metalforming Association, where she works with PMA’s Washington, D.C., team to advocate for policies that ensure a strong U.S. manufacturing sector, and to promote the industry and association in the media and to the public. Prior to joining the PMA staff in 1996, Christie worked as a legislative correspondent for then-U.S. Senator Mike DeWine.
Katlyn Stratis is the meetings and events director at the Precision Metalforming Association, where she leverages over 13 years of expertise in planning and executing high-impact events that support the association’s mission and engage its members. Specializing in conferences, educational seminars, small-format tradeshows, roundtables and networking events, Katlyn and the events team ensure that every event creates innovative, member-focused experiences that deliver value, foster collaboration and align with the association’s strategic goals.
