Northwestern PA Chapter NTMA

05/30/2026

Build a stronger workforce with confidence!
The NTMA Mechanical Aptitude Test helps employers and training programs quickly identify candidates—especially recent graduates—with the skills needed to succeed in technical and manufacturing roles.
✅ Measures real-world mechanical understanding
✅ Immediate results
✅ Proven to reduce costly hiring or enrollment mistakes
Set your team up for success from day one.
📧 Learn more: [email protected]

05/29/2026

Be sure to join the NTMA OneVoice webinar today at noon!
Catch up on everything happening in Washington and how it will impact manufacturers!

Join PMA and NTMA's One Voice advocacy team for an overview of the latest government actions affecting the industry. Registration includes all of the monthly One Voice webinars that are being held the last Friday of the month (beginning January 30 and ending October 30, 2026).

05/28/2026

⭐Featured NTMA Member Benefit ⭐
Did you know NTMA members get exclusive discounts on office supplies through Staples?
Through our partner program, members can save 20% or more on everyday office essentials—plus enjoy fast, free delivery.
It’s a simple way to cut costs and keep your team running efficiently.
👉 Check it out: https://mynpp.com/ntma/

05/27/2026

Have you met Nic Florek & Kyle Boyer from EHD yet?
We’re excited to spotlight our partnership with Engle-Hambright & Davies (EHD)—bringing smarter, more strategic workers’ comp solutions to NWPA & Chapter NTMA members.
With 100+ years supporting manufacturers, EHD combines deep expertise with a fresh approach to risk, data, and hands-on support.
✅ 40+ years working with NTMA
✅ $2M+ in program premium
✅ 30 active member companies
✅ Real savings through group buying power
Great having Nic and Kyle with us at the Manufacturing Advanced Expo last month—looking forward to continuing the momentum.

05/21/2026

FORGING CONNECTIONS: PLANT TOUR & POKER RUN
June 3, 2026 | 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Meadville Forging Company
Join us for a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and unwind with fellow members of the NWPA Chapter NTMA.
Event Highlights:
*Guided tour of Meadville Forging Company
*Networking with industry peers
*Poker run with prizes
*Food, drinks, and relaxed atmosphere at Triple Deuce
We hope you’ll join us for this engaging and social experience. Visit nwpa-ntma.com for more information and to register.

05/18/2026

🏁OPERATIONAL COSTS SURVEY DUE BY MAY 29🏁
Take advantage of metrics and benchmarks available through NTMA !
The NTMA's annual Operating Costs Survey, conducted by Mackay Research Group, provides crucial information to effectively gauge your business's performance and identify areas for improvement. Participation in this survey and access to the resulting report are included in your NTMA annual dues – a valuable benefit!
MESSAGE US FOR A COPY OF THE SURVEY Northwestern PA Chapter NTMA
❓If you have any questions, contact Taylor Mackay at Mackay Research Group via email at [email protected].❓Mackay Research Group maintains strict confidentiality of your company's data. Only authorized Mackay Research Group staff will have access to your information, and all reports will present aggregated results, using masking procedures to ensure anonymity.

05/14/2026

The NWPA NTMA Education Foundation has announced their 2026 automated equipment and related software grants for Middle & High Schools in the NWPA region of Crawford, Erie, Mercer, Venango and Warren Counties.
Do you have innovative ideas to strengthen your school’s technology education or manufacturing program—or to elevate the learning experience for the students it serves? The Foundation is eager to help support those ideas.
The Foundation opens this grant period annually from May to September 20 to offer funding support for equipment and software that reflect the tools used by today’s advanced manufacturers to compete in the global marketplace. Eligible examples include CNC machines, laser engravers, and 3D printers, as well as industry‑standard software such as Mastercam, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and Creo, among others.
Invest in your program’s future—and help prepare students with the skills employers need today. Contact [email protected] for more information.

📸pictured are prior recipients: Commodore Perry High, Meadville Area High and Corry Tech Ed with the Foundation's Grant Chair, Mark Smith and Tami Adams, Exec. Director of NWPA Chapter NTMA.

05/12/2026

The Manufacturing Advanced Expos at Kersey & Erie, PA were a great success! Thank you again to our premier sponsor, Neff Group Distributors, Inc. and our partner NWIRC . Featured Exhibitors for both shows included JBM Technologies, Inc. , ALLEGHENY MACHINE TOOL SYSTEMS INC , and WSM Technology Inc.

05/11/2026

Two Buses. Two Experiences. One Great Chapter.
We’re hitting the road twice—and you don’t want to miss either ride:
⚾ Pirates Game Trip
Join us for an evening at the ballpark "Pirates & Politics" featuring dinner and a special guest speaker—NTMA’s lobbyist—bringing you insights straight from the front lines of our industry.
🏭 IMTS Chicago Trip
Gear up for innovation at IMTS, where the latest in manufacturing technology comes to life. Travel with us, learn together, and bring back ideas that drive your business forward.
✨ Whether you’re networking under the stadium lights or exploring the future of manufacturing—there’s a seat waiting for you.
👉 Reserve your spot today! nwpa-ntma.com/meetinginfo.php