The Legal Fight Over Section 122 Tariffs Intensifies
The legal battle over the administration’s Section 122 tariffs has escalated significantly since early May, adding another layer of uncertainty for manufacturers already navigating a rapidly shifting trade environment.
A Season of Progress: Industry Leaders Announce Promotions and Partnerships, Plus New Funding for Additive Manufacturing
This week’s update highlights leadership changes at Allied Machine, Verisurf, ECI, and Rego-Fix, a new partnership between YCM and Technical Equipment Sales, national recognition for NCDMM, and major federal project funding awarded through America Makes.
Growth Mode: New Facilities, Leadership Moves, and Industry Recognition
Anniversaries, awards, and expansion news from MTI, Hwacheon, Ellison Technologies, Okuma, Knuth, and Mitsubishi Electric lead this update, alongside facility growth at QualiChem and leadership moves across Autodesk, Marposs, and Spinner.
Tariff Refunds: Real Money — but No Relief Yet
Following the Supreme Court decision that struck down tariffs imposed under IEEPA, the federal government has begun issuing refunds estimated at more than $150 billion. However, for most companies, the practical impact will take time to materialize.
Partnerships, Promotions, New Facilities, and Open Houses
Zoller debuts its Toolroom of the Year competition, as Limble, 5th Axis, and NSH USA expand partnerships. Events from Mazak, NIDEC, and C.R. Onsrud, plus facility growth at Lang Technik USA and Mitsui Seiki, highlight continued industry investment.
SBA Launches Loan Guarantee Program To Support U.S. Manufacturing Investment
The U.S. Small Business Administration announced a new “Made in America Loan Guarantee” to expand domestic manufacturing capacity. Eligible small manufacturers can use the funds to upgrade equipment, modernize facilities, expand, and reshore production.
Spring Forward With Updates From ARM, Haimer, Hwacheon, Machinery Systems, Meltio, and More
This edition of AMT Member News is packed with new partnerships, acquisitions, and leadership moves across ARM Institute, Haimer USA, Hwacheon, Limble, Lyndex-Nikken, Scotchman Industries, Star SU, and more.
Tariffs: What Comes Next Matters More Than What Just Happened
After the Supreme Court ruled that tariffs imposed under the IEEPA were unlawful, the Trump administration implemented a new tariff that can remain in effect for up to 150 days. While this is temporary, a new, more durable framework is taking shape.
Harry Moser Addresses Congress on the Future of Manufacturing
In November 2025, Harry Moser presented “Made in the USA: How Main Street is Revitalizing Domestic Manufacturing” before the House Committee on Small Business, in which he discussed the state of U.S. manufacturing and how to accelerate reshoring.
Tariff Update: New 10% Global Duty Takes Effect, With Potential Increase Ahead
The recent Supreme Court decision striking down reciprocal tariffs eliminated one key tariff pathway, but the Trump administration moved quickly to replace it, so manufacturers and importers should prepare for ongoing complexity in trade policy.