Manufacturing Day in the U.S.

Manufacturing is more than just a cornerstone of the U.S. economy; it’s a cornerstone of modern life. The screen you’re reading this on is a manufactured commodity. The radio you’re listening to, the car you drove to work, the smartphone your kids keep staring at – your refrigerator, your TV, your medicine – all manufactured goods.

Many headlines about U.S. manufacturing are negative, focusing on increased global competition in the sector, but the fact is that the U.S. manufacturing industry is growing, it’s supporting jobs, and it is supporting higher quality of life both in the U.S. and around the world.

Manufacturing is also a major source of U.S. exports, and the International Trade Administration estimates that one in four U.S. manufacturing jobs is supported by exports. That’s huge for the US economy.

The first Friday of October marks National Manufacturing Day. The holiday was established to expand the knowledge about and improve the public’s perception of U.S. manufacturing. This includes emphasizing the importance of American manufacturing to the U.S. economy and educating the public about the value of U.S. manufacturing careers. As part of the celebration, manufacturers from around the country open their doors for open houses and events to show the world manufacturing is and what it is not.

Mark your calendars now for Friday, October 3rd for the Third Annual U.S. Manufacturing Day!

Check out the videos of Manufacturing Day on Youtube: