U.S. Technology & Demonstration Center – a WMMA Community Project
Five years ago it was just an idea from a very creative Strategic Visioning session. After lots of exploration and analysis, the project was shelved—good concept, bad timing and poor logistics.
Less than a year ago that concept was reborn but with a totally different slant. The concept is how to best showcase the ability of U.S. manufacturing companies to apply a systems approach in assembling a complete production line for potential customers. ...details
Public Policy Fly-In 2008 Recap
First Annual Woodworking Equipment and Wood
Processing Public Policy Fly-In
Over February 11 – 13, 2008, WMMA members gathered in Washington, D.C. for WMMA
Committee meetings, legislative visits on Capitol Hill, and an industry-wide forum.
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WMMA Introduces New Account Executive
WMMA recently announced the appointment of Stella Sytnik, as its Account Executive. Ms. Sytnik brings management and leadership initiatives which come from a hands-on business history....details
Sponsorship Announced for WIC 2008
The WIC Sponsoring Associations (AWFS®, WMMIA™ and WMMA®) are proud to present the first gold sponsor—LIGNA 2009—for the Opening General Session Luncheon. Representing LIGNA 2009 at the Luncheon and Contact Table Program will be Rita Dommermuth, Vice President – Sales for Hannover Fairs USA, Inc. This biennial event is the largest tradeshow in the world for woodworking machinery, cutting tools, and supplies. ...details
WMMA Publishes ANSI O1.1 Checklist
The WMMA is committed to providing the woodworking industry with knowledge on how to comply with the O1.1 Standard. WMMA President Jim Laster states, “As designers and manufacturers of machinery, we strive to make our products as safe as possible for the end user. The ANSI O1.1 2004 standard seeks to clarify the responsibilities for the manufacturer, re-manufacturer and end user of industrial woodworking machinery. With each member in this chain complying with the intent of this standard and good safety practice, we all gain a safer workplace.” The latest tool for manufacturers is the WMMA Checklist for ANSI O1.1 Compliance, to be used as an aid when designing and manufacturing woodworking machines....details
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