AEM - Wed May 20, 2020
How Vermeer's Mary Andringa Drove a Lean Machine Company to Become the First Woman in the AEM Hall of Fame
One mile across, seven facilities, and the need to grow their Pella, Iowa, plant physically to meet demand in a new market is where Mary Andringa found the company founded by her father, Gary Vermeer. That's when she was challenged by a board member to think about the problem sustainably, and not just build another building, as the company started entering the directional boring market, now a major business unit for Vermeer Corporation....
AEM - Thu May 14, 2020
Association of Equipment Manufacturers Invites Nominations for 2020 Hall of Fame
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) Hall of Fame recognizes the pioneers whose inventions, ideas, leadership and courage have contributed to the industry and the community's quality of life....
AEM - Thu May 14, 2020
AEM Connecting Manufacturers with Safety Supplies as Businesses Plan to Return to Work
As communities, states and companies decide whether and when to re-open for business in this unusual time of pandemic-induced isolation, one question weighs heaviest on decision makers: Once we decide to re-open, how do we do it safely?Starting May 13, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) and The Marek Group are teaming up to provide a hub for businesses to find COVID-19 supplies, including personal protective equipment (PPE), sanitizing supplies, and display graphics to promote and protect safety in the workplace....
Mike Schmidt, AEM Industry Advisor Editor - Mon April 20, 2020
Vermeer Focuses on Making a Positive Impact During COVID-19 Crisis
When adversity strikes, it's easy to see what you can't control. It's far more difficult to recognize what you can control. The toughest task of all, however, is figuring out how to respond accordingly....
AGC - Mon April 20, 2020
Caterpillar's Phil Kelliher Named ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023 Chair
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has announced Phil Kelliher, a vice president of Caterpillar Inc. , will chair the next ConExpo-Con/AGG, set for March 14 to 18, 2023,at the Las Vegas Convention Center....
AEM - Wed April 15, 2020
Three Ways Manufacturers Can Continue Production During the COVID-19 Pandemic
A recent article proclaimed a truth manufacturers in all industry sectors know all too well: You can't build an airplane working from home. As law offices, financial services firms and tech companies close their doors and require employees to work from home, manufacturers face the reality that manufacturing requires employees to work onsite....
AEM - Tue April 07, 2020
Equipment Manufacturers Call for National Manufacturing Strategy
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) is calling on the federal government to develop and implement a comprehensive national strategy for manufacturing to strengthen the economy, create new jobs and opportunities, and ensure the United States is the best place in the world for equipment manufacturers to innovate, manufacture, and do business....
AEM - Tue February 18, 2020
Association Of Equipment Manufacturers Assists Earthmoving Construction Machines Share Data With Each Other
When it comes to relationships, experts say "communication is key." While those experts are generally referring to interpersonal relationships, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), along with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), knows that communication is key to far more relationships today, especially with the increasing amount of data shared between equipment and project stakeholders....
AEM - Thu February 13, 2020
AEM to Host Annual Product Safety & Compliance and Liability Seminars
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers is hosting its annual Product Safety & Compliance Seminar followed by the Product Liability Seminar from April 27-30. Taking place in Itasca, Ill., the returning seminar is designed to offer product safety and compliance professionals in attendance up-to-date information and valuable insights on equipment manufacturing industry standards, regulations and best practices....
AEM - Thu February 13, 2020
Workforce Solutions Area at ConExpo-Con/AGG to Showcase Industry Recruitment Best Practices
The first-ever multi-association workforce solutions venture will debut at ConExpo-Con/AGG, March 10-14, 2020 in Las Vegas. The Association of Equipment Manufacturers has teamed with industry associations, educational institutions, youth organizations and heavy equipment manufacturers to showcase industry-wide best practices for recruiting and engaging youth, veterans and other under-employed groups....
