Join FIA President Mark Ames and Board Chair Paul Spitz as they provide important updates on FIA initiatives, industry priorities, upcoming events, and the organization's strategic direction. This discussion will offer valuable insights into current association activities, key developments, and what members can expect in the months ahead.
When: May 26, 2026
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This webinar will break down how seasonal demand and global events are converging to create renewed volatility in energy markets - and what that specifically means for forging operations. As temperatures rise, electricity and natural gas demand increase across the grid, often driving price spikes at the same time that geopolitical tensions continue to disrupt supply chains and fuel markets.
When: June 2, 2026
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Build stronger fundamentals. Design better dies. Solve real forging challenges. Join this immersive multi-day training program designed for professionals who want a practical, modern understanding of forging processes and die design.
When: July 14–17, 2026
Where: Independence, OH
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Explore the world of forging through the Forging Foundation's four-day Forge the Future Summer Camp. Students 11-15 years old will have the opportunity to tour a forging facility, participate in STEM and team building activities, and learn how to forge. Plus, campers will get to take home their own forging!
When: July 27–30, 2026
Where: Cleveland, OH
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Join your forging industry colleagues on the golf course for the Annual Forging Foundation (FIERF) Golf Outing.
When: August 31, 2026
Where: Westfield Center, OH
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Save the Date! This bi-annual conference is hosted by the FIA Safety Committee, which provides attendees with valuable educational programming related to health and safety in the forging industry, and includes sponsorship and networking opportunities. This year's event will also include a plant tour of Howmet Aerospace.
When: September 15–17, 2026
Where: Cleveland, OH
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Save the Date! Hosted by the FIA Marketing Committee, the Fall Meeting & Marketing Conference offers a combination of business and leadership presentations, engaging marketing content, and market sector updates that will help you and your business thrive. The event also includes small breakout sessions for more focused learning. Registration for this event is available to FIA Members... Details
When: October 20–21, 2026
Where: Pittsburgh
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Save the Date! This workshop will act to introduce participants to the different types of mechanical presses. It will provide an explanation of the various elements of the press to provide an understanding of how they work and their interaction and influence on other parts of the press forging process. The emphasis of this workshop is predictive and preventative maintenance of the elements of the press, how to improve the uptime of your machines, and items that should be taken into... Details
When: November 2–3, 2026
Where: Independence, OH
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Save the Date! First Line Supervisor is the bridge between the line staff and management. The First Line Supervisor is the person who communicates with both groups on a continuous basis. It is the First Line Supervisor who is first able to sense the morale of the line staff, find a policy or procedure that is not working as written, improve incorrect staffing patterns, or observe changes in the make-up of the offenders, etc. It is important for management to understand that their... Details
When: November 18–19, 2026
Where: Independence, OH
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