February 2025 Volume 7

INDUSTRY NEWS

F orge Fair 2025, taking place May 13-15 at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, Ohio, offers an unmissable opportunity for forging industry professionals to showcase their products and services to a global audience. As North America's only dedicated forging industry trade show, this event is an essential plat form for manufacturers to connect with FORGE FAIR 2025 RETURNS TO CLEVELAND, OHIO Event Schedule Day 1: Tuesday, May 13 Small booth move-in:.......................7:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Exhibit halls open:...........................11:00 a.m. Lunch:..............................................Noon–2:00 p.m. Exhibitor presentations:....................2:10 p.m.–4:20 p.m. Reception:........................................4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Day 2: Wednesday, May 14

potential customers, suppliers, and partners, all under one roof. Companies can display their latest innovations, gain immediate feedback, and make critical purchasing decisions that can lead to long-term business growth. Whether networking with peers or engaging with experts from around the world, Forge Fair 2025 promises invaluable exposure to the entire forging supply chain. In addition to the dynamic tradeshow floor, Forge Fair 2025 features a series of technical presentations led by subject matter experts from exhibiting companies. These daily sessions provide attendees with cutting-edge insights into the latest technological advancements and best practices within the forging industry. Whether you're looking to enhance operational efficiency, stay ahead of industry trends, or find solutions to your business chal lenges, the presentations will offer actionable knowledge to help you succeed. By attending Forge Fair 2025, forging companies can strengthen their competitive edge, build lasting relationships, and ensure they remain at the forefront of industry innovation. Why Attend? Forge Fair 2025 offers an unmatched opportunity for forging industry professionals to connect, learn, and grow their businesses. Here are the top three reasons to attend: 1. Exclusive Access to Industry Innovations – With exhibitors from around the world showcasing the latest products and technologies, Forge Fair 2025 is the ideal place to discover cutting-edge solutions that can enhance your operations and keep you ahead of the competition. 2. Networking with Industry Leaders – Forge Fair brings together key players from every facet of the forging industry, offering a prime opportunity to form new partnerships, connect with potential clients, and strengthen relationships with suppliers and peers. 3. Technical Presentations from Experts – Throughout the event, industry experts will present on the latest trends, best practices, and technological advancements. These sessions provide actionable insights that can help you improve your business processes and make informed decisions.

Breakfast:............................................7:30 a.m.–9:30 a.m. Keynote: Shayla Rivera ......................8:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m. Exhibit halls open:..............................9:00 a.m. Exhibitor presentations:......................9:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m. Break:..................................................10:30 a.m.–10:50 a.m. Exhibitor presentations:......................10:50 a.m.–11:50 a.m. Women in Forging Luncheon.............Noon-1:00 p.m. Lunch:.................................................Noon–2:00 p.m. Exhibitor presentations:......................2:10 p.m.–3:10 p.m. Break:..................................................3:10 p.m.–3:30 p.m. Exhibitor presentations:......................3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. Reception:...........................................4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Day 3: Thursday, May 15 FIERF FORGING COMPETITION & CAREER DAY Breakfast ............................................7:30 a.m.–8:30 a.m. Panel Session: FIERF Forging Competition Judges ............................................................7:30 a.m.–8:30 a.m. Forging Competition Testing.............8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Exhibit halls open:..............................9:00 a.m. Exhibitor presentations:......................9:40 a.m.–11:15 a.m. Show closes:........................................1:00 p.m. Exhibitor move-out:............................1:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.

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