PMA Grows Membership by 13 Percent

In an off-year for most manufacturers and suppliers, the value of joining an association becomes clear. Posting a 13 percent gain in membership, the PMA leads the way in promoting cast polyurethane as a critical product component.

Now more than ever, processors and suppliers are turning to the PMA for resources and knowledge regarding:

  • The latest technology (see our technical papers and seminars)
  • Regulatory practices
  • Material science.

Plus, we continue to work vigilantly with members to spread the word on the strength and versatility of cast polyurethane as a material, exposing its advantages to new businesses and diverse markets.

Few companies would be able to dedicate so many resources to the advancement and development of cast polyurethane. As the exclusive organization dedicated to this material, we have a lot to provide our members, helping them win in what continues to be a challenging market.

As we further our mission of advancing cast polyurethane, we’d like to thank our current membership base as well as announce our latest partners. Please welcome the following new members:

- AdvanSource BioMaterials Corp
- American Polymer Products, Inc.
- BASF Corporation
- Bihler Flex
- Hewlett Packard
- Michelin North America
- Novatech
- Pittsburgh Plastics Mfgs, Inc.
- Polycoat Products
- Puma Polymers
- Uni-Eastern Sportswear Mfg, Ltd.

If you know someone interested in joining or if you have a story to share for our blog, please email Rachel Jennings at rjennings@insideSH.com

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