Released on: June 20, 2008, 4:42 am

Press Release Author: Thomas R. Cutler

Industry: Small Business

Press Release Summary: Regional Manufacturing Expos Prove Better than National
Manufacturing Shows

Press Release Body: According to Kati Olson, who owns and organizes AmCon Expos for
Contract Manufacturers, "Some attendees have a tendency to compare AmCon to the big
national manufacturing shows. AmCon shows are regional and thus generally smaller
than the national shows. But these shows still offer hundreds of manufacturing
services, and many processes that can't be found locally (although there is always a
mix of local, regional, and national exhibitors in each show.) And the "boutique"
nature of these shows allows the exhibitors and attendees more time to get into the
details of a project. Attendees can bring their prints and parts for review by the
technical people staffing the booths. These are serious working shows where a lot
can be accomplished in a very short time. Because of their regional nature, they are
also more convenient, and cost less in terms of travel dollars and travel time."
Fall 2008 AmCon shows include Grand Rapids, MI - Sept. 17-18; Fort Lauderdale, FL -
Sept. 23-24; Minneapolis, MN - Oct. 7-8; Phoenix, AZ - Oct. 14-15; Houston, TX -
Oct. 29-30; Greensboro, NC - Nov. 18-19. To register for these shows go to
www.AmConshows.com.



The benefits for contract manufacturers attending a regional AmCon show are
significant. Engineers and buyers attending an AmCon Contract Manufacturing Expo
can find one or multiple sources to take a project from concept or prototype to
finished product quickly and at competitive prices. OEMs can find sources for
engineering, design, prototypes, forming, fabricating, machining, finishing,
assembly and electronic manufacturing services all under one roof. Whether looking
for one part or production runs, attendees find multiple sources from which to
choose. AmCon offers attendees a unique opportunity to investigate a variety of
manufacturing options, both new and traditional, and find the best processes and
materials for specific applications. Attendees view actual samples of products that
have been produced for other OEMs in their industry and can get quotes on current
projects and compare quality, pricing, and lead times from multiple vendors all in a
few hours. Only AmCon shows provide a "hands on" one-on-one education. Since the
exhibits are staffed with top management and technical personnel, attendees have an
in-depth discussion regarding project design, materials and production issues. AmCon
shows are free, including seminars on a variety of manufacturing processes and
quality issues.


AmCon
www.amconshows.com
Kati Olson, President
news@amconshows.com
978-744-7680


Web Site: http://www.amconshows.com

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