Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, International (FMA)

The program includes keynotes, panels, breakouts, and interactive roundtables on steel-industry conditions; fabrication businesses, leadership, and industry outlook; AI and digitization in manufacturing; shop-floor equipment use cases and return on investment; and manufacturing’s economic and financial outlook. Sessions also address profitability, capital investment, business growth, tariffs, steel, leadership development, recruitment, small- and midsize-manufacturer growth, and potential changes to tax policy, OSHA and EPA regulations, and tariffs. Roundtable topics include culture, marketing, AI, and operations.

The event covers laser processes for manufacturers, job shops, and suppliers, including laser cutting, welding, 3D printing, and lightweighting applications in automotive, aerospace, and agricultural sectors. The program includes expert presentations, demonstrations, and open houses, with exhibits showcasing laser technologies and applications.