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By Amber ThomasNov 19, 2024

Tariffs: They’re a Big Deal

Can tariffs safeguard American jobs, combat foreign competition, and boost U.S. manufacturing? The incoming president is bringing this hot topic back into political focus. So, what do tariffs mean, are they truly beneficial, and what's AMT's stance?

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Intelligence
By Catherine “Cat” RossNov 18, 2024

AMT Member News

ANCA's 2024 Female Machinist Award. PrecisionX acquires Ditron. Students' Manufacturing Day at FANUC. United Grinding: apprenticeship ambassador. New facilities for Edge Technologies, Rego-Fix. America Makes launches AMJobs tool. ARM's robotics hub cohort.

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Intelligence
By Catherine “Cat” RossOct 15, 2024

AMT Member News

America Makes elects new members to its executive committee. Edge Technologies appoints a new regional sales manager for the Upper Midwest. FANUC America establishes a $1M scholarship fund with the SME Foundation to elevate advanced manufacturing skills.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasOct 02, 2024

New Export Controls on Critical Technologies Announced

On September 5, 2024, the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) published an interim final rule implementing export controls on critical and emerging technologies that align with the regulations of U.S. allies.

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Intelligence
By Kristin BartschiAug 23, 2024

What Fed Chair Powell’s Address Means for Manufacturing

Today, Fed Chair Jerome Powell gave the most concrete signal yet that interest rate cuts are on the horizon at his Jackson Hole press conference. For manufacturers closely watching the developments and anticipating IMTS 2024, the outlook is promising.

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Technology
By Bonnie GurneyFeb 08, 2024

IMTS 2024 Offers Hidden Technology Gems, New Exhibitors

At IMTS 2024, discover unexpected solutions, including haptic feedback to improve remote robot operation and digital training, quality control software, additive manufacturing powders and gases, services to address labor issues via an app, and more.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasJan 31, 2024

New EPA Rules on Chemicals Impact Manufacturers

Last fall, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued two rules relating to toxic substances that significantly impact manufacturers and suppliers. Learn about these guidelines affecting PIP (3:1) and PFAS – and how they affect your business.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasDec 13, 2023

Washington Looks Toward 2024

It’s been a rough year in Washington. Partisan divisiveness and party infighting obstructed real legislative work, while domestic and geopolitical unrest necessitated action. Here’s a review of what happened and what’s ahead that will impact manufacturing.

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Intelligence
By AMTDec 04, 2023

Manufacturing Matters

Check in for the highlights, headlines, and hijinks that matter to manufacturing. These lean news items keep you updated on the latest developments.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasOct 13, 2023

Tax and Spending Changes in Your Future

AMT Vice President for Advocacy Amber Thomas reviews activity on Capitol Hill and her work with a bipartisan group to reverse changes enacted as part of the Tax Cuts and Job Act that hamper manufacturing innovation and competitiveness.

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