(2009-2014) FADMA Chairman: Mr. Namasivayam Reguraj (TAGMA)
International Special Tooling and Machining Association(ISTMA) conference emphasized Asia’s growing global influence in mold manufacturing, with Chairman Joaquim Menezes praising Asia’s contributions and urging continued progress. Leslie Povyne outlined North American challenges using data. A March 18 exhibition in South Korea featured visits to Top Metal (stamping) and SAMU DIES (injection molds), both small but highly efficient: Top’s 200 employees generate US$29M/year in 8,000㎡ using 6 CNC mills. Korean factories showcased export-driven productivity despite space constraints. A Seoul reception hosted by Korea Die & Mold Industry Cooperative celebrated collaboration and Asia’s future growth. Key themes: innovation, efficiency in limited spaces, and cross-regional cooperation as drivers of industry advancement.