Join us May 2, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. ET for a FIA Members Only webinar where FIA and our government affairs team will provide timely updates on tariffs, trade policy, and what members may expect from the Trump administration on tariffs to support the forging industry. Omar S. Nashashibi, Founder of Inside the Beltway Solutions, will help FIA members understand how the tariffs impact their businesses, how to take advantage of the tariff opportunities, and how tariffs can impact domestic... Details
When: May 2, 2025
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Produced by FIA, Forge Fair 2025 is North America's largest forging industry trade show. By registering and attending, forging industry professionals can see new products, make purchasing decisions and network with each other, all under one roof. The event takes place May 13-15, 2025 at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, Ohio.
When: May 13–15, 2025
Where: Cleveland, OH
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Join your peers in the forging industry for the FIA Southern Meeting of Members at Malone's Prime Events & Receptions in Lexington, KY. This event offers an excellent opportunity for networking while enjoying lunch and engaging in a presentation about the evolving economic and geopolitical landscapes in North America. These changes are impacting the demand for durable goods and presenting both challenges and opportunities for small to medium-sized forging companies. Understanding... Details
When: June 3, 2025
Where: Lexington, KY
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FIA's Management Development Institute (MDI) is a three-part series of lectures, case studies, roundtable discussions, expert panels and structured networking specifically designed to provide mid-level managers with the tools they need to advance their careers.
When: June 9 – December 3, 2025
Where: Independence, OH
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FIA will host Michigan Lobby Day on June 10-11, 2025 where members will have the opportunity to educate State lawmakers and address the issues facing the forging industry.
When: June 10–11, 2025
Where: Lansing, MI
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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 14–17, 2025
Where: Cleveland, OH
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We are excited to announce the Forging Automation & Advanced Technology Conference 2025 which will take place August 12-13, 2025 at ARM in Pittsburgh, PA. We invite industry experts, researchers, and professionals to submit papers on cutting-edge advancements in industrial technology. This event will explore the latest innovations, best practices, and challenges in automated forging processes, advanced technologies, and artificial... Details
When: August 12–13, 2025
Where: Pittsburgh, PA
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Join your forging industry colleagues on the golf course for the Annual Forging Foundation (FIERF) Golf Outing. The Forging Foundation funds industry-relevant research to advance the science of forging and engages students through curriculum, experiential learning, and scholarships to pursue careers in the forging supply chain.
When: August 26, 2025
Where: Chardon, OH
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When: September 15–17, 2025
Where: Long Beach, CA
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When: April 29 – May 1, 2026
Where: Scottsdale, AZ
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