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About WESTEC 2010

WESTEC: The game has changed.

WESTEC 2010 is bursting at the seams with loads of information to help you — the manufacturer — in the economic recovery.

WESTEC is featuring dynamic keynote speakers, such as Richard Aboulafia, VP at the Teal Group speaking about Aerospace Global Forecasting, Richard M. Scofield, Lt. General USAF (Ret.) talking about how to position your company to be part of future aerospace supply chains, and Matt Garran, Supply Chain Manager, AWEA presents on Wind Energy opportunities for manufacturers.

Along with the keynotes, you will also have the opportunity to attend FREE show floor presentations focusing on Lean & Green, Global Market – U.S. Tax Incentives and Health Insurance Programs for Machine Shops. If that isn't enough WESTEC is offering economical paid technical sessions in the areas that interest you most such as; Swiss Style Screw Machining, Machining of Exotic Metals, Milling, Drilling and Cutting of Advanced Carbon Fiber and/or Carbon Fiber Laminates and Additive Manufacturing.

Still looking for more...

Hundreds of new products are set to debut at WESTEC 2010 and you can find over 175 of them in our new online WESTEC New Product & Show Planner! These products will help you find solutions to run a leaner, more competitive operation. As you walk WESTEC's hall of exhibits, look for "New Product" symbol on the aisles identifying exhibitor's new products along with the industry they represent.

There's no denying it. Manufacturing is changing and in ways you probably never imagined: new economic forces, stiff competition advances in technology, demands to work lean and green, emerging industries, and global markets.

Get the inside track on running a manufacturing enterprise, buying machinery, and manufacturing leadership. Rounding out the week are complimentary sessions on becoming and staying a successful manufacturer, keynotes, and a panel discussion. If you want to be part of new supply chains, WESTEC should be your first stop.

The game is changing. Want to make sure your company not only grows, but evolves? Make sure you get to WESTEC.

If you have questions regarding a U.S. event contact
service@sme.org or call 800.733.4763.

For Canadian events contact
canadasales@sme.org or call 888.322.7333.