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By Christopher DownsOct 21, 2026

MTForecast 2026 Reinforces Positive Outlook for Manufacturing Industry

The overall message from MTForecast 2026 was clear: Manufacturing remains positioned for growth, and many companies continue to invest accordingly.

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Intelligence
By AMTOct 07, 2026

AMT NOW: Making Smarter Decisions and Measuring Success

Making smarter decisions about investments, hiring, production planning, and growth – and focusing on what measures create lasting success in manufacturing.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasOct 01, 2026

After IMTS: What’s Ahead in Washington for Manufacturing

After spending a week at IMTS 2026, one thing was clear: Interest in America’s manufacturing capacity is enormous. The real question: Will Washington turn interest into action?

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Intelligence
By AMTSep 23, 2026

AMT NOW: IMTS 2026 Recap

$500 Million-Plus in Manufacturing Technology Orders; the Federal Reserve Rate Hike; and More.

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Intelligence
By AMTSep 02, 2026

AMT NOW: Don't Miss the IMTS Discount

Your Sneak Peek at 2027; Tariff and Tax Updates; and More.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasAug 11, 2026

Congress Is on Recess. Manufacturing Policy Isn’t.

While Congress has adjourned for its annual August recess, federal agencies continue implementing tax, trade, workforce, and industrial policies that will shape manufacturing investment well into next year.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasJul 08, 2026

Federal Financing Options Expand for Manufacturers

Manufacturers may now qualify for up to $10 million in SBA-backed financing. Learn how expanded federal programs can support equipment purchases, expansion, and growth.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasJun 23, 2026

From Trade Policy to Industrial Policy

Recent manufacturing policy in Washington has been dominated by tariffs, investigations, court decisions, and trade negotiations. Now, policymakers are increasingly focused on a harder question: how to rebuild manufacturing capacity in the United States.

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Intelligence
By Kathy KeyesJun 22, 2026

Encouraging Signals for Aerospace Manufacturing

What are aerospace insiders watching? Discussions at ASCEND and Zoller Technology Days pointed to increased investment, policy support, and production activity across commercial aviation, defense, and space markets.

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Smartforce
By Catherine “Cat” RossJun 17, 2026

From Awards to Expansions: News from Mitsubishi Electric, UNISIG, Stratasys, Sodick, and Penn State

Who’s growing, hiring, winning, and investing in what’s next? This latest roundup highlights fresh updates from Jorgensen, Nikon, CERATIZIT, MxD, MIT, Verisurf, and more.

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