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The only North American Trade Association for the Forging Industry.

10/12/2026

FORGING THE HARVEST. 🌾

Early mornings. Long days. Another season of work. We’re celebrating the forging community behind the equipment that helps farmers keep going.

Strength that keeps agriculture moving.

What does your company forge for the field?

10/11/2026

The 2026 MDI class has wrapped up, and the feedback speaks for itself! 👏
Participants described the training as “informative and engaging” and shared how it helped them grow:

💬 “As always, I found the content to be interesting, insightful and very helpful to further grow my abilities as a supervisor.”
💬 “Very useful for work and personal.”
💬 “I really enjoyed the activities.”

And facilitator Forrest Large made a lasting impression:
💬 “Forrest is the perfect person for the job.”
💬 “Thank you for making the experience fun.”
💬 “I definitely want to go to more that Forrest is leading.”

Here’s your opportunity! Forrest also leads FIA’s First Line Supervisory Development Seminar, (November 18-19, 2026 )giving companies another way to invest in the people who lead their teams every day.

Whether you’re developing a new supervisor or helping an experienced team leader continue to grow, make leadership training part of your plan.

Register your team for the First Line Supervisory Development Seminar: www.forging.org/events

10/09/2026

Happy Forging Day 2026! 🔨

Today, we celebrate the people, companies and communities that give our industry its strength—from skilled teams on the shop floor to students discovering forging for the first time.

Forgings help keep aircraft flying, vehicles moving, energy flowing and our national defense strong. Behind every part are people whose expertise and dedication make it possible.

Whether you’re hosting a tour, recognizing your employees or introducing the next generation to forging, thank you for sharing our industry’s story.

📸 Show us how you’re celebrating! Share your photos and videos, tag FIA and FIERF, and use .

10/08/2026

Put your brand in the spotlight at Forge Fair 2027! 🔥

Connect your company with the forging community through sponsorship. Whether you’re looking to build brand recognition, strengthen industry relationships or complement your exhibit presence, explore opportunities to make your company part of the Forge Fair experience.

📅 May 18–19, 2027
📍 Huntington Convention Center | Cleveland, Ohio

Start planning your sponsorship today:
Click here to explore Forge Fair 2027 sponsorship opportunities -https://www.forgefair.com/ff/ff/2027/Sponsorship.aspx?hkey=087f8cbf-7998-463d-a28c-4ef4a07a57b1 or visit www.ForgeFair.com.

10/07/2026

FORGING READINESS.

Behind the mission are manufacturers, skilled workers and a commitment to delivering when it matters. FIA celebrates the forging community’s role in supporting our defense industrial base.

Strength behind the mission.

Share how your team supports readiness.

10/06/2026

📢Get your company on the floor! Forge Fair 2027 booth registration is now open to the public. Forge Fair is North America’s only event dedicated exclusively to the forging industry.

🌍Forging professionals from across the globe attend to see new products, make purchasing decisions and network with each other. No other event enables suppliers and forgers to connect with more qualified potential customers.

✅Click here to find out more: https://www.forgefair.com/ff/ff/2027/Exhibitor-Information.aspx?hkey=384112a9-c107-4099-91be-75baba73d7b1 or visit www.ForgeFair.com.

10/02/2026

🔥 Happy MFG Day!

Today, the Forging Industry Association celebrates the people whose skill, ingenuity and dedication keep manufacturing moving. From the shop floor to engineering and leadership, you help turn ideas into products that strengthen our communities and power our economy.

📅⏰📢And the celebration continues—next Friday, October 9, is FORGING DAY!

Join us in shining a spotlight on the North American forging industry and the people behind the components that keep aircraft flying, vehicles moving and critical infrastructure operating.

Open your doors to students, recognize your team, share a forging story or show your community what you make. Every connection can help inspire the next generation of forging professionals.

How will your company celebrate? Tell us below! 👇

10/02/2026

📊 FIA Members: Help shape the manufacturing outlook—and earn participation rewards!

How is your business heading into the final quarter of 2026? Share your perspective in the FIA Q4 Manufacturing Capacity Study by October 23. Designed for business leaders, the survey takes just 10 minutes.

✅⏰CLICK HERE: https://surveys.wipfli.com/jfe/form/SV_bpe6BbIRhchRf7g

Participants receive exclusive access to the final report, with insights from more than 350 manufacturers on the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the manufacturing sector.

Your company can also earn:
✅ 25% off one 2027 FIA Annual Meeting registration by completing the Capacity Study for Q4 2026 and Q1 2027.

✅ 50% off one 2027 FIA Annual Meeting registration PLUS one free two-day Forge Fair 2027 pass by completing both Capacity Studies and the FIA Orders & Shipments Survey for October, November, and December 2026.

Each incentive applies once per company upon completion of all required surveys.

Questions? Contact [email protected].

10/01/2026

📣 Forge Fair 2027 booth registration is now open to the public!

Put your company in front of the people shaping the forging industry. Join forging producers, suppliers and industry professionals May 18–19, 2027, at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, Ohio.

Showcase your equipment, materials, services or forging capabilities while connecting with prospective customers, strengthening existing relationships and exploring new business opportunities.

Who can exhibit?
✅ Forging industry suppliers: FIA members and non-members providing equipment, materials and services.
✅ Forging producers: FIA members only.

The two-day event will feature exhibits, exhibitor presentations, keynote presentations and networking receptions—bringing together executives, plant managers, engineers and operations leaders.

Explore the floor plan and reserve your booth: ForgeFair.com

09/30/2026

Every company has its own story, and at the heart of every story are the people who make the work possible. From the shop floor to milestone celebrations, Faces of Forging highlights the pride, craftsmanship, teamwork and commitment that define FIA member companies across North America.

We invite FIA members to submit recent photos for consideration in upcoming issues of FIA Magazine. Team photos, plant images, milestone moments and candid shots that capture your company culture are all welcome.

Help us celebrate the many faces of forging.

📸Submit your photo here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZSDHM82
Or email submissions to [email protected]. 📅Deadline for November Issue is October 15, 2026.

Address

6363 Oak Tree Boulevard
Independence, OH
44131

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(216) 781-6260

Website

http://www.Forging.org/

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