Metalforming Congress Heads to Grand Rapids this Fall

Tired of the hassles and expense of overseas business-building trips? Consider attending the International Council of Sheet Metal Presswork Associations (ICOSPA) Congress, to be held this year right in our “backyard” to make those international connections instead. The Congress, to be held September 14-17 in Grand Rapids, will bring together metalworking executives from around the world to share ideas and best practices. The event returns to the U.S. for the first time in 15 years.

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MacIlroy Announces Retirement; Hadden Named Successor as MMA President and CEO

7/21/2008

The MMA Board of Directors has accepted the notice of retirement of MMA president and CEO John W. “Mac” MacIlroy and has elected Charles E. (Chuck) Hadden to succeed MacIlroy as president and CEO, effective September 15, 2008. MacIlroy will remain with the organization as a senior advisor to the board.

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U.S. Import and Export Prices Rise in June

7/11/2008

The U.S. Import Price Index rose 2.6 percent in June, reported the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the U.S. Department of Labor 7/11/08. The increase followed a 2.6-percent advance in May and was led by a continuing rise in petroleum prices.

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Water Legislation Signed Into Law

7/10/2008

On the shores of Lake Michigan 7/9, Governor Granholm signed landmark water legislation into law to ensure the future of Michigan’s most important natural resource.

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Survey: U.S. Manufacturers Benefitting from Falling U.S. Dollar

7/8/2008

The Buyer MFGWatch survey revealed that, as the U.S. dollar continues to decline in value, U.S. and international buyers are increasing their sourcing in the U.S., reported American Machinist.

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