Technical
Training

Training

Technical Training

Industry experts providing customized training solutions—in your plant or virtual.

If your company requires customized training, PMA offers in-plant training solutions with content tailored to your unique needs. This program enables you to train multiple employees consistently and cost effectively right at your facility. Your company also can take advantage of follow-up consultations with the instructor to assure successful implementation.

Want to learn more about how PMA can help with your training needs?

Technical Training Topics

  • Die Setting Processes and Procedures
  • Die Setter Training/Setup
    Progressive Die Setter
  • Training/Setup Responsibility 
  • Press Brake
  • Welding
  • Laser Cutting
  • Press Maintenance
    Preventive
  • Maintenance/Predicative Maintenance/AI
  • Forging
  • Casting
  • Roll Forming
  • Hydroforming 
  • Press Room Basics
  • Press Technician/Operator Training
  • Setup/Shut Height
  • Developing Standard Work Instructions
  • Stamping Basics for HR,
  • Executives and Sales
    Soft Skills
  • Assessments
  • Servo
  • Hydraulic
  • Mechanical
  • Gap Frame
  • Straight-Side Frame
  • Deep Draw
  • Progressive
  • Fine Blanking
  • Hot Stamping
  • Value Added Processes/Automation 
  • Inspection
  • Die Protection
  • Tonnage Monitoring
  • Diagnostics
  • Safety in the Pressroom
  • OSHA/Compliance
  • Standards
  • Lockout Tagout
  • Stamping Die Maintenance
  • Tool & Die Design
  • PM
  • Tool & Die Technology 

FAQS

PMA Questions?

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.