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Advanced Technology Institute (ATI)
http://www.aticorp.org
ATI is a private, non-profit research corporation that builds international consortia to develop and implement innovative solutions for manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, maritime, metals, and healthcare industries. ATI-led collaborations attract world-class talent from premier companies, universities, and government agencies, to define technology roadmaps and research portfolios matched to business demands that provide the requisite resources to solve shared challenges.
AeA (formerly the American Electronics Association)
http://www.aeanet.org
AeA is a nationwide non-profit trade association with 2,500 member companies representing all segments of the technology industry and is dedicated solely to helping its members’ top line and bottom line. This is done in partnership with its small, medium, and large member companies by lobbying governments at the state, federal, and international levels; providing access to capital and business opportunities; and offering select business services and networking programs.
Aerospace Industries Association (AIA)
http://www.aia-aerospace.org
AIA represents the nation's leading manufacturers and suppliers of civil, military, and business aircraft, helicopters, unmanned aerial vehicles, space systems, aircraft engines, missiles, materiel, and related components, equipment, services, and information technology.
Alliance for Innovative Manufacturing (AIM)
http://www.stanford.edu/group/AIM
AIM is a continuous learning community of industrial professionals, academics, and students passionate about the making of real things that improve people's lives. It is a cooperative venture among Stanford University's Graduate School of Business, School of Engineering, and member industrial firms.
Aluminum Association Inc.
http://www.aluminum.org
The Aluminum Association, Inc. is the trade association for producers of primary aluminum, recyclers and semi-fabricated aluminum products, as well as suppliers to the industry. Based in Washington, D.C., with offices in Detroit, Michigan, the Association provides leadership to the industry through its programs and services. Member companies operate about 200 plants in the U.S and many conduct business worldwide.
American Gear Manufacturers Association (AGMA)
http://www.agma.org
AGMA is a global organization representing approximately 400 companies worldwide. For more than 80 years, AGMA has set the standards for the gear industry, and its members are recognized as experts around the world. Member committees write new standards and update existing ones.
American Foundry Society (AFS)
http://www.afsinc.org
AFS was founded in 1896 and has grown to an international organization of approximately 10,000 members in 47 countries. AFS assists member companies and individuals to effectively and efficiently manage all production operations, to profitably market their products and services, and to equitably manage their employees. AFS also promotes the interests of the foundry industry before the legislative and executive branches of the federal government.
American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI)
http://www.steel.org
AISI serves as the voice of the North American steel industry in the public policy arena in addition to playing a lead role in the development and application of new steels and steelmaking technology. AISI is comprised of 31 member companies, including integrated and electric furnace steelmakers, and 130 associate and affiliate members who are suppliers to or customers of the steel industry. AISI's member companies represent approximately 75 percent of both U.S. and North American steel capacity.
American Management Association (AMA)
http://www.amanet.org
AMA is a leader in professional development and performance-based learning solutions. AMA provides individuals and organizations worldwide with the knowledge, skills and tools to achieve performance excellence, adapt to changing realities and prosper in a complex and competitive world. AMA offers a range of unique seminars, workshops, conferences, customized corporate programs, online learning, newsletters, journals and AMA books.
American Measuring Tool Manufacturers Association (AMTMA)
http://www.amtma.com
AMTMA stands for serving, supporting, and educating American precision tool manufacturers and their pursuit of competitiveness in world markets.
American Mold Builders Association (AMBA)
http://www.amba.org
AMBA represents nearly 300 member companies comprised of approximately 9,000 employees and representing just over $2 billion in annual tooling sales. AMBA member companies serve original equipment manufacturers in every industry. AMBA addresses issues that affect mold making companies in such matters as global and legislative issues; new technologies; improving profits; and education and training programs.
American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
http://www.ansi.org
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is the voice of the U.S. standards and conformity assessment system. Working in conjunction with its members and constituents from government agencies, organizations, companies, academic and international bodies, and individuals, ANSI strengthens the U.S. marketplace position in the global economy while helping to assure the safety and health of consumers and the protection of the environment.
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
http://www.asq.org
ASQ is a leading authority on quality. With more than 90,000 individual and organizational members, the professional association advances learning, quality improvement and knowledge exchange to improve business results, and to create better workplaces and communities worldwide. ASQ offers technologies, concepts, tools and training to quality professionals, quality practitioners and everyday consumers. ASQ has been the sole administrator of the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award since 1991.
American Welding Society (AWS)
http://www.aws.org
AWS was founded as a multifaceted, nonprofit organization with a mission to advance the science, technology and application of welding and allied joining and cutting processes, including brazing, soldering, and thermal spraying. Led by a volunteer organization of officers and directors, AWS serves more than 50,000 members worldwide and is composed of 22 districts with 250 sections and student chapters.
AMT (The Association For Manufacturing Technology)
http://www.amtonline.org
AMT represents and promotes the interests of American providers of manufacturing machinery and equipment. Its goal is to promote technological advancements and improvements in the design, manufacture and sale of members' products in those markets and act as an industry advocate on trade matters to governments and trade organizations throughout the world. Since 1988, AMT has broadened its membership scope to include all of the elements of manufacturing - design, automation, material removal, material forming, assembly, inspection and testing, and communications and control. AMT organizes and sponsors IMTS - The International Manufacturing Technology Show.
APICS (The Association for Operations Management)
http://www.apics.org
APICS is a global leader and source of the body of knowledge in operations management, including production, inventory, supply chain, materials management, purchasing, and logistics. Since 1957, individuals and companies have relied on APICS for its superior training, internationally recognized certifications, comprehensive resources, and worldwide network of accomplished industry professionals.
APQC (formerly American Productivity and Quality Center)
www.apqc.org/sc
APQC, a member-based nonprofit organization founded in 1977, offers organizations the opportunity to benchmark their supply chain management functions at no cost. Participating organizations receive a free benchmarking report detailing metrics such as cost per FTE, cycle time per process, inventory days of supply, and other vital information relative to their peer group. We are currently accepting data for Supply Chain Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Logistics.
Association for Automatic Identification and Mobility (AIM)
http://www.aimglobal.org
AIM is a global trade association comprising providers of components, networks, systems, and services that manage the collection and integration of data with information management systems. Serving more than 900 members in 43 countries, AIM is dedicated to accelerating the growth and use of AIDC technologies and services around the world.
Our members are manufacturers or service providers of technologies such as radio frequency identification (RFID), bar code, card technologies (magnetic stripe, smart card, contactless card, optical card), biometrics, and electronic article surveillance (EAS).
Association for Corporate Growth (ACG)
http://www.acg.org
ACG is a global association for professionals involved in corporate growth, corporate development, and mergers and acquisitions. ACG has more than 12,000 members from corporations, private equity, finance, and professional service firms representing Fortune 500, Fortune1000, FTSE 100, and mid-market companies in 53 chapters in North America and Europe.
AEM (Association of Equipment Manufacturers)
http://www.aem.org
AEM was formed from the consolidation of the Construction Industry Manufacturers Association and Equipment Manufacturers Institute in 2002. AEM is the international trade and business development resource for companies that manufacture equipment, products and services used worldwide in the construction, agricultural, mining, forestry, and utility fields. AEM member companies manufacture a wide variety of equipment, from large earthmovers and agricultural equipment to small hand-held, portable and walk-behind machinery - designed to handle a myriad of specialized tasks.
Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME)
http://www.ame.org
A not-for-profit association of over 5,000 members, AME is dedicated to sharing knowledge on leading-edge topics that help companies stay globally competitive. AME cultivates understanding, analysis and the exchange of ideas on productivity, while teaching successful applications in the pursuit of excellence. Since 1985, AME has expanded beyond manufacturing to enterprise areas and industries. Practitioner-based, AME’s events and workshops feature hands-on learning and peer-shared knowledge.
Association of Women in the Metal Industries (AWMI)
http://www.awmi.org
AWMI promotes and develops the growth of women in the metal industries. AWMI believes that women in similar industries can benefit themselves and their companies through relationships, education and shared knowledge. The programs and activities of AWMI are structured to enhance members’ skills and experience, address challenges confronting the industry, increase numbers in metal and promote career growth to the next level. Membership is open to both women and men.
ASM International
www.asminternational.org
ASM International, formerly American Society for Metals, is the society for materials engineers and scientists, a worldwide network of 38,000 members dedicated to advancing industry, technology, and applications of metals and materials. ASM benefits the materials community by providing scientific, engineering and technical knowledge, education, networking and professional development.
ASTM International
http://www.astm.org
ASTM International, originally known as the American Society for Testing and Materials, is one of the largest voluntary standards development organizations in the world—a trusted source for technical standards for materials, products, systems, and services. Known for their high technical quality and market relevancy, ASTM International standards have an important role in the information infrastructure that guides design, manufacturing and trade in the global economy.
Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG)
http://www.aiag.org
AIAG is a globally recognized organization where OEMs and suppliers unite to address and resolve issues affecting the worldwide automotive supply chain. AIAG’s goals are to reduce cost and complexity through collaboration; improve product quality, health, safety and the environment; and optimize speed to market throughout the supply chain. Its more than 1,500 member companies include North American, European and Asia-Pacific OEMs and suppliers to the automotive industry.
Biotechnology Industry Association (BIO)
http://www.bio.org
BIO represents more than 1,100 biotechnology companies, academic institutions, state biotechnology centers and related organizations across the United States and 31 other nations. BIO members are involved in the research and development of healthcare, agricultural, industrial and environmental biotechnology products. BIO also produces the annual BIO International Convention, the world’s largest gathering of the biotechnology industry.
Best Manufacturing Practices (BMP)
http://www.bmpcoe.org
The Office of Naval Research's Best Manufacturing Practices Program was created in 1985 to help businesses identify, research, and promote exceptional manufacturing practices, methods, and procedures. Its objective is to empower defense and commercial customers to operate at a higher level of efficiency and effectiveness. BMP operates out of the BMP Center of Excellence, a partnership among the Office of Naval Research's BMP Program, the Department of Commerce, and the University of Maryland.
CAPS Research (Center for Advanced Procurement and Supply)
http://www.capsresearch.org
CAPS Research is a nonprofit research organization that works in partnership with a global network of executives and academics for the discovery and dissemination of strategic supply management knowledge and best practices. CAPS Research is jointly sponsored by the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University, and the Institute for Supply Management.
Control System Integrators Association (CSIA)
http://www.controlsys.org
CSIA member firms provide manufacturers more than $1 billion annually in industrial automation systems, incorporating $400 million of hardware and software automation products. Its members, located in the United States and around the world, provide integrated control and information systems for clients in the automotive, chemical, food, healthcare, medical, metal, petrochemical, petroleum, pharmaceutical, plastics, power, printing, pulp/paper, rubber, utilities, and other industries.
Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA)
http://www.eia.org
EIA is a partnership of electronic and high-tech associations and companies whose mission is promoting the market development and competitiveness of the U.S. high-tech industry through domestic and international policy efforts. EIA comprises nearly 1,300 member companies whose products and services range from the smallest electronic components to the most complex systems used by defense, space and industry, including the full range of consumer electronic products.
Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, Intl. (FMA)
http://www.fmanet.org
With more than 2,000 members working together to improve the metal forming and fabricating industry, FMA brings metal fabricators and fabricating equipment manufacturers together through technology councils, educational programs, networking events, and the FABTECH International/AWS Welding Show, including METALFORM.
Fieldbus Foundation
http://www.fieldbus.org
Fieldbus Foundation is a not-for-profit corporation consisting of over 350 leading process and manufacturing automation companies worldwide whose major purpose is to provide an open and neutral environment for the development of a single, international, interoperable fieldbus. In this environment, end users, manufacturers, universities and research organizations are working together to develop the technology, provide development tools, support and training, coordinate field trials and demonstrations, and enable product interoperability.
Forging Industry Association (FIA)
http://www.forging.org
FIA is comprised of 113 North American producers of forged metal components, accounting for about 68% of the custom forging volume produced annually in North America. In addition, 84 firms supplying equipment, materials, services or supplies to the industry are also members of FIA.
Grocery Manufacturers Association/Food Products Association (GMA/FPA)
http://www.gmabrands.com
In January 2007 the GMA and the FPA joined forces to become one association representing the world's leading food, beverage and consumer products companies. GMA/FPA advances the interests of the food, beverage and consumer products industry on key issues that affect the ability of brand manufacturers to market their products profitably and deliver superior value to the consumer.
Industrial Research Institute (IRI)
http://www.iriinc.org
IRI is a business association of leaders in research and development (R&D) working together to enhance the effectiveness of technological innovation in industry. Founded in 1938 through the National Research Council, the IRI comprises senior executives from a diverse range of industries whose member companies are investing over $70 billion annually in R&D worldwide.
Institute for Supply Management (ISM)
http://www.ism.ws
ISM is the largest supply management association in the world as well as one of the most respected. ISM’s mission is to lead supply management through its standards of excellence, research, promotional activities, education and professional credentials, including the Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) qualification. ISM is a not-for-profit membership association comprised of more than 40,000 supply management professionals with a network of domestic and international affiliated associations.
International Association of Outsourcing Professionals (IAOP)
http://www.outsourcingprofessional.org
IAOP is a global membership-based organization shaping the future of outsourcing as a management practice, as a profession, and as an industry. Its members are line and staff, executives and managers, with the vision and expertise it takes to design, implement, and manage their company’s global corporate ecosystem. These outsourcing professionals take advantage of a wide-array of association services including networking, research, training, and certification.
International Electronics Manufacturing Initiative (iNEMI)
http://www.inemi.org
iNEMI is an industry-led consortium whose mission is to assure leadership of the global electronics manufacturing supply chain. With a membership that includes approximately 70 electronics manufacturers, suppliers, associations, government agencies and universities, iNEMI provides an environment in which partners and competitors alike can collectively anticipate future technology and business needs and effectively develop collaborative courses of action to meet those needs.
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
http://www.iso.org
ISO is a network of the national standards institutes of 157 countries whose principal activity is the development of technical standards. The ISO 9000 standard has become an international reference for quality requirements in business to business dealings, and ISO 14000 helps organizations to meet their environmental challenges.
International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE)
http://www.ispe.org/
ISPE is dedicated to educating and advancing pharmaceutical manufacturing professionals and their industry. Founded in 1980, today ISPE serves 25,000 members in 90 countries. It is are an independent organization led by the world's top pharmaceutical manufacturing professionals. ISPE provides an inviting and neutral environment for experts, technologists, regulators, consultants and students to exchange ideas and practical experience.
International Trade Administration (ITA)
http://trade.gov
The Department of Commerce’s ITA is intended to create prosperity by strengthening the competitiveness of U.S. industry, promoting trade and investment, and ensuring fair trade and compliance with trade laws and agreements.
Manufacturers Alliance/MAPI
http://www.mapi.net
The Manufacturers Alliance/MAPI is a business research and executive education organization, and advocate for manufacturing interests. Its members are leading global companies in manufacturing and related business services, including electronics, aerospace, automotive, information technology, medical technology, precision instruments, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and energy. MAPI research and meetings focus on management, economics, and law, with an emphasis on issues critical to overall economic growth, innovation, free trade, productivity gains, and excellence in corporate management.
Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association (MESA) International
http://www.mesa.org
MESA is a not-for-profit organization of manufacturers and information system providers focused on leveraging technology in order to achieve business goals. The organization is a community of manufacturing end-users, system integrators, hardware and software suppliers and consultants, all focused on improving the health and agility of the manufacturing production system.
Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP)
http://www.mep.nist.gov
MEP is a nationwide network of not-for-profit centers in nearly 350 locations whose sole purpose is to provide small and medium sized manufacturers with the services they need to succeed. The centers are linked together through the Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology. Centers are funded by federal, state, local and private resources to serve manufacturers.
Metals Service Center Institute (MSCI)
http://www.ssci.org
Metals Service Center Institute has more than 420 members operating from about 1,200 locations worldwide. MSCI members constitute the largest single group of metals purchasers in North America, amounting each year to more than 65 million tons of steel, aluminum, and other metals, with about 300,000 manufacturers and fabricators as customers. MSCI’s membership also includes almost all ferrous and non-ferrous industrial metals producers in North America. Metals service centers inventory and distribute metals and provide first-stage fabrication services.
National Association of Manufacturers (NAM)
http://www.nam.org
NAM is the nation’s largest industrial trade association, representing small and large manufacturers in every industrial sector and in all 50 states. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., the NAM has 11 additional offices across the country.
National Center for Manufacturing Sciences (NCMS)
http://www.ncms.org
NCMS is a cross-industry collaborative research and development consortium devoted exclusively to manufacturing technologies, processes and practices. NCMS has 20 years of experience in the formation and management of complex, multi-partner collaborative R&D programs, and is backed by corporate members representing virtually every manufacturing sector.
National Council for Advanced Manufacturing (NACFAM)
http://www.nacfam.org
NACFAM is an industry-led, policy research organization, working collaboratively since 1989 with key leaders from industry, education, and government, to shape public policies and programs to make U.S. manufacturing globally competitive. It convenes its members and other key stakeholders to identify, research, formulate, and communicate proposals in a non-partisan, non-lobbying environment. Participants include small, medium and large manufacturing firms, associations, universities and community colleges, members of Congress and their staffs, federal agencies, and other organizations.
National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)
http://www.nema.org
NEMA is a trade association of the electrical manufacturing industry. Its approximately 450 member companies manufacture products used in the generation, transmission and distribution, control, and end-use of electricity. These products are used in utility, medical imaging, industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential applications.
National Fluid Power Association (NFPA)
http://www.nfpa.com
NFPA is a forum where all fluid power channel partners—manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, customers and educators—work together to advance fluid power technology, strengthen the industry, foster members' success.
National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS)
http://www.nims-skills.org
NIMS is the nation’s only ANSI accredited developer of precision manufacturing skill standards and competency assessments. NIMS certifies individual skills against standards and accredits programs that meet its quality requirements. NIMS stakeholders represent over 6,000 American companies.
National Minority Manufacturing Institute (NMMI)
http://www.nmmisolutions.org
NMMI is a non-profit organization committed to developing, creating, and retaining a viable minority manufacturing supply base in national and global markets; increasing the supply, improving the quality, and reducing the cost of materials produced by minority suppliers; fostering the retention, development, and creation of jobs provided through minority manufacturers in minority communities; and stimulating investment in minority manufacturing enterprise capability and capacity development.
National Tooling and Machining Association (NTMA)
http://www.ntma.org
NTMA is the largest national trade group representing the U.S. custom precision manufacturing industry. NTMA members design and build dies, molds, machined and fabricated parts, fixtures, special machines and other metal products, used by OEM’s around the world to build all other manufactured items. The NTMA helps members achieve business success through advocacy, advice, networking, information, programs and services.
Precision Machined Products Association (PMPA)
http://www.pmpa.org
PMPA is an international trade association representing the interests of the precision machined products industry. While PMPA consists mainly of North America based manufacturers, its members also operate facilities in various industrial markets around the globe. Formerly the National Screw Machine Products Association, the association is known today as a premier provider of programs and services for the industry.
Process Equipment Manufacturers' Association (PEMA)
www.pemanet.org
PEMA is a management association serving companies in the process equipment field since 1960. Member companies serve the liquids-solids separation, food processing, chemical processing, pulp and paper, and wastewater treatment markets, among others. Process equipment means equipment required when using physical or chemical methods for mechanical and/or thermal treatment or processing of a raw material or product.
SMMA – The Motor & Motion Association
http://www.smma.org
SMMA is the manufacturing trade association for the electric motor and motion control industries. More than 120 member companies include manufacturers, suppliers, users, consultants and universities. Markets served, both consumer and commercial, include appliance, transportation, medical equipment, office automation and computers, aerospace and industrial automation.
Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME)
http://www.sme.org
SME is a leading professional society supporting manufacturing education. Through its member programs, publications, expositions and professional development resources, SME promotes an increased awareness of manufacturing engineering and helps keep manufacturing professionals up to date on leading trends and technologies.
Tooling & Manufacturing Association (TMA)
http://www.tmanet.com
TMA is a 1,300 member not-for-profit organization of precision manufacturing and supplier companies in the greater Chicago area.
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