October 2026 Business Conditions Report: Metalformers Grow More Cautious About Economic Outlook
CLEVELAND, OH—October 22, 2026—A majority of metalforming manufacturers anticipate no change in general economic activity in the next three months, but a growing percentage anticipate a decline, according to the […]
PMA Educational Foundation Accepting Applications for 2027 Scholarships and Tooling Awards
CLEVELAND, OH—October 14, 2026—The Precision Metalforming Association Educational Foundation (PMAEF), in partnership with 15 local districts of the Precision Metalforming Association (PMA), is accepting applications for its 2027 Scholarship and […]
PMA Metal Stamping Technology Conference to Celebrate 10th Anniversary in 2027 With “Best Of” Program
CLEVELAND, OH—October 5, 2026—The Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) and MetalForming magazine will celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Metal Stamping Technology Conference January 25-27, 2027, in Nashville, TN, with a […]
September 2026 Business Conditions Report: Metalformers’ Optimism Declines; Shipping Remains Steady
CLEVELAND, OH—September 22, 2026—After expressing increased optimism about economic activity and incoming orders in August, metalforming manufacturers have significantly tempered their outlook for the next three months, according to the […]
August 2026 Business Conditions Report: Metalformers’ Confidence Grows as Order Expectations Strengthen
CLEVELAND, OH—August 26, 2026—Metalforming manufacturers expressed a more optimistic economic outlook this month, anticipating improvement in economic activity and stronger incoming orders over the next three months, according to the […]
Precision Metalforming Association Announces Leadership Team, Expands Investment in Member Engagement
CLEVELAND, OH—August 24, 2026—The Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) today announced a strengthened leadership team and expanded investment in member engagement, reinforcing the association’s commitment to providing manufacturers with stronger connections, […]
PMA Partners with Live Lingua to Break Down Language Barriers Across North America’s Metalforming Industry
New partnership gives PMA member companies and their employees discounts of up to 50% on language training, addressing a growing communication gap on shop floors and in global sales offices […]
July 2026 Business Conditions Report: Metalformers Remain Resilient as Economic Uncertainty Persists
CLEVELAND, OH—July 28, 2026—Metalforming manufacturers expect economic activity to remain largely unchanged over the next three months, according to the July 2026 Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) Business Conditions Report. Prepared […]
MetalForming Magazine Seeks Nominations for Rising Stars
This recognition program will highlight difference-making up-and-comers in the sheet metal forming and fabricating industry. CLEVELAND, OH—July 22, 2026—MetalForming magazine, in conjunction with the Precision Metalforming Association (PMA), seeks nominations […]
June 2026 Business Conditions Report: Metalformers’ Economic Outlook Remains Relatively Steady, Shipping Levels Ease Slightly
CLEVELAND, OH—June 23, 2026—Metalforming manufacturers expect economic activity to remain mostly stable over the next three months, though expectations have cooled slightly, according to the June 2026 Precision Metalforming Association […]