Erin Peterman

District Member Engagement Coordinator

(216) 901-8800

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For nearly 60 years, PMA has been a proud member of the International Council of Sheet Metal Presswork Associations (ICOSPA). Six trade associations currently participate in ICOSPA, whose vision is to promote the international sheet metalworking industry in order for our member companies to flourish and provide growth and employment—today and in the long-term. ICOSPA also provides PMA a network to exchange information and develop services with our international partners that are beneficial to PMA members.

ICOSPA International Congress

Every three years, one of the ICOSPA member associations hosts an international congress, welcoming members from the participating associations to their country to network with their peers from around the globe, hear presentations on key topics and visit local metalforming facilities.

PMA TO HOST ICOSPA INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS IN 2027

We are excited to announce that the 22nd ICOSPA Congress will be hosted by PMA in Chicago, IL, on September 15-17, 2027. The event will include networking opportunities, keynote presentations and plant tours. The ICOSPA Congress webpage will include details as they become available. Visit the webpage for the latest information and to sign up to be notified when more information is released.

PMA Hosts ICOSPA International Congress in 2008

September 14-17, 2008 | Grand Rapids, MI

The last time the United States hosted the ICOSPA Congress was in 2008 in Grand Rapids, MI. The program was developed by a steering committee of PMA members, chaired by 1999 PMA Chairman Bruce Walker, and supported by more than 30 generous sponsoring companies. Three hundred metalforming industry executives attended the successful event to discuss key business issues, review new technologies, share industry-specific management practices, and network and build relationships with peers across the world.

Recent ICOSPA Congresses