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Welcome to our international Manufacturing page. It provides the most recent market research, trade leads and event information. Our worldwide team of Manufacturing Specialists is prepared to assist in increasing your export sales. With team members in key manufacturing regions of the U.S. and in foreign markets, trade specialists and industry experts are standing ready to aid your firm.
With the depreciation of the U.S. dollar against the Euro, many small and medium-sized manufacturers are beginning to explore opportunities to increase market share outside of the U.S.
What is new in the Manufacturing Industry?
The Manufacturing industry has been a cornerstone of the U.S. economy for decades, and has provided well paying jobs for a variety of skill levels. The industry’s position is now challenged by global competition, changes in technology, and worldwide economic conditions. To maintain this important sector of the U.S. economy, we strive to provide assistance to increase the industry’s competitiveness.
Market Research
Trade Events
- NPE 2012 – The International Plastics Showcase, Orlando, FL April 2-5, 2012. Showtime and Executive Matchmaking services available. For details: http://export.gov/main/industry/manufacturing/eg_main_044491.asp
- International Woodworking Show 2012 – August 22-25th, 2012, World Trade Center Atlanta, Georgia. Showtime services available. For details please click here.
Past Webinars
Want more on the Manufacturing Industry?
- U.S. Industry Trade Analyses and Statistics can be found here
- Find out about the International Trade Administration’s unit of Manufacturing and Services
- To find out about foreign standards and certifications for your manufactured products, go here
- Find out about the International Trade Administration’s Sustainable Manufacturing Initiative and Public-Private Dialogue
View a Trade Data Snapshot
Below are links to view trade data snapshots for selected NAICS codes. Additional trade data is available through the TradeStats Express Database.
| MEXICO'S METALWORKING SECTOR OUTLOOK -- General Industrial Eq./Supplies, Materials Handling Machinery, Machine Tools/Metalworking Eq., Non-Ferrous Metals, Process Controls - Industrial, Packaging Eq., Pumps/Valves/Compressors, Robotics, Security/Safety Eq., Used/Reconditioned Eq. | ||||
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Mexico's Metalworking sector is a market of nearly $4 billion dollars and is growing more than 3% per year – offering tremendous opportunities for U.S. exporters. With the increasing need for newer welding technologies, equipment, parts and consumables, the Mexican market offers great potential for U. S. exporters.
Topics covered:
- Growing sectors for metalworking products
- Best sales prospect sectors
- Contact facilitation services offered by the U.S. Commercial Service
Featuring show organizers and U. S. Commercial Service industry experts; this FREE webinar highlights the growing Mexican market and the advantages of exhibiting at the Weldmex-Fabtech-Metalform show as a vehicle to enter and grow your sales in Mexico. |
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| Claudia Salgado, Mexico City Commercial Specialist Phone: 52-55-5140-2639 Claudia.Salgado@trade.gov | ||||
| Mario Vidana, Monterrey Commerce Specialist Phone: 528180473118 Mario.Vidana@trade.gov | ||||
| John Howell, Monterrey Principal Commercial Officer Phone: +52 81 8047 3223 john.howell@trade.gov | ||||
