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FMA Multimedia Center Videos http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm Focus on the latest videos from the Fabricators and Manufacturers Association. en-us Copyright 2011 FMA Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:46:51 EST Excerpts from State of the Industry, Executive Outlook Panel http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=62 November 14, 2011   During FABTECH 2011, a panel of presidents and CEOs from industry leading companies assembled for an open discussion on the future of the metal fab industry. They looked at global opportunities and challenges, different industry sectors and workforce issues. Here are some highlights. Listen to Dr. Chris Kuehl's summary of the Panel Discussion in this video: <a href="http://www.fmanet.org/media/... Summary of FABTECH State of the Industry, Executive Outlook Panel http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=61 November 14, 2011  Dr. Chris Kuehl, FMA's economic analyst moderated a panel presentation during FABTECH focused on the future of the metal fab industry. Here's a quick two-minute summary of what was discussed. Watch to the panel in action in this video: <a href="http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=62">Excerpts from FABTECH State of the Industry, Executive Outlook Panel</a>.... 2012 Industry Awards http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=60 The Fabricator and TPJ have been presenting industry awards since 2008. Most of these are small, family-owned companies, just like more than half of FMA’s members. Perhaps, just like your company. They all were proud of what their team accomplished, and they took the time to complete the application and nominate their company for the award. <a href="http://www.fmanet.org/industryaward">Submit your application</a> ... Dan DiMicco Interview http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=59 Dan DiMicco, CEO & President, Nucor Corp. delivered the opening keynote at the 2011 Fabricator Leadership Summit. When interviewed after his presentation, this is what he had to say about what America needs from its elected officials and from manufacturers in order to regain its position of prominence in the global economy. Economics and Financial Issues of the Day Panel Discussion http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=58 Economics and Financial Issues of the Day was a panel discussion that focused on topics such as the current condition of the industry, key drivers of growth, metal and equipment financing availability, supply chain issues and international trade. In this video each of the presenters talks about the key points that they felt were the most important elements of their respective presentations. Skilled labor shortage presentation, Minnesota DEED Job Coach conference http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=56 FMA member Traci Tapani, co-president of Wyoming Machine and FMA economic analyst Dr. Chris Kuehl presented the keynote at this convention in April 2011. Tapani provided incidents that were indicative of the kind of difficulties her company has faced in the past year or two in trying to hire skilled employees. Dr. Kuehl put her examples in a national context to illustrate the serious nature of the skilled labor shortage in manufacturing. Emily DeRocco: Question & Answer Session http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=55 After her informative keynote, Emily DeRocco fielded numerous audience questions. Here is just one, where Mary Isbister of GenMet asks about how the educational programs outlined by DeRocco, which are currently in just 31 states, will expand to all 50 states. Emily DeRocco's Keynote Speech http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=54 March 2011  This is a short excerpt from the keynote delivered by Emily DeRocco, president of The Manufacturing Institute in which she outlined the Institute's plan for national manufacturing talent development.   Emily DeRocco Interview http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=53 March 2011  Emily DeRocco, president, The Manufacturing Institute, was interviewed about how her visits with manufacturing groups like the FMA influence the work of her organization. Tom Felch accepts the 2011 TPJ Industry Award http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=52 March 2011  Tom Felch accepts the 2011 TPJ Industry Award on behalf of his family's business, J & D Tube Benders. Rob Clark Acceptance of The FABRICATOR's 2011 Industry Award http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=51 March 2011  2011  The FABRICATOR's Industry Award - Acceptance by Rob Clark at the 2011 FABRICATOR's Leadership Summit in Orlando, FL. 2010 Fabricator of the Year Accepts Award at FMA Leadership Summit http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=50 GenMet Corporation of Mequon, WI won the 2010 Fabricator of the Year award from FMA and The FABRICATOR magazine. They accepted the award during the FMA Leadership Summit and company president Mary Isbister and her husband Eric describe the key elements they believe are responsible for their success. Rick Piacenza at the Sales & Marketing Workshop http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=49 Rick Piacenza at the Sales & Marketing Workshop shared insights with the audience on solution selling and how to accomplish it. FMA Sales & Marketing Workshop http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=48 December 1, 2010 Dr. Chris Kuehl provided the opening keynote at this event. Interpreting news data, the position of China and other emerging economies, and the shrinking supplier base all came up for discussion. Here are a few highlights. Austin Polytechnic High School http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=47 FMA Certified Education Center, Austin Polytechnic High School in Chicago, Ill. was featured in early December on a PBS news report.  The report focused on the unique program that has been developed at the school to train young people in ”real world” skills along with appropriate STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) curriculum which will make them immediately skilled for work in high-tech manufacturing as soon as they graduate, w... Dr. Chris Kuehl at FABTECH 2010 http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=46 FMA economic analyst, Dr. Chris Kuehl presented a session at FABTECH on the economics of diversification.  Here he discusses the highlights of that presentation and the key areas of interest for manufacturers who are trying to diversify their offerings and their customer base. FABTECH 2010 Show http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=45 November 2, 2010  Interviews filmed at the 2010 FABTECH trade show. Exhibitors are upbeat about improvements in the economy and anxious to showcase their products to the 22,000 attendees. Safety Conference 2010 http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=39 Safety Conference 2010 attendee Linda Woodard, Safety Coordinator, Plymouth Tube Co. shares her thoughts of the event. Safety Conference 2010 http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=37 <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Safety Conference 2010 attendee John Delvecchio of Westport Precision LLC shares his thoughts of the event.</div> CNN segment featuring Chris Kuehl http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=33 There is a skilled labor shortage in the U.S. manufacturing sector despite the long recession. CNN explored this subject on Jan. 8, 2010 with input from FMA and its economic analyst, Dr. Chris Kuehl.   Viewing the Global Economy January 2009 http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=19 In this clip he discusses how our view of American manufacturing needs to change for the 21st century, why manufacturers understand but elected officials don’t.  The State of the Economy January 2009 http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=18 Dr. Chris Kuehl talks about the state of the economy on January 29, 2009 in an interview with an audience at The Great Manufacturing Get Together in Minneapolis, MN.  He explains how economists see the world, why they think of recessions as positive things, how the U.S. economy compares with that of China, and more.   TPA Membership video http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=11 An excellent way to keep up with the latest issues and newest innovations is to participate in FMA or its technology affiliate, the Tube & Pipe Association, International.  FMA and TPA have everything you need for growth including a variety of opportunities to develop new business relationships and to build on current ones. Whether you're a manufacturer of machine tools, provider of fabricating services, or distributor, you'll get up-to-date technical information y... FMA Membership http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=10 For more than 30 years, the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, International has defined the industry of metal forming and fabricating. The industry continues to evolve as we move through the new millennium and staying competitive in this global economy is at the top of everyone's list. How Steel is Made http://www.fmanet.org/media/multimedia-center.cfm?ID=1 This video outlines the basic processes used in making steel.  It follows the process from the raw material stage through various finishing methods highlighting the sophisticated technology used in today's steelmaking. Used with permission by ArcelorMittal Dofasco.