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Aluminum wars: U.S. factory owners seek ‘political’ route to higher import taxes under Trump

Aluminum wars: U.S. factory owners seek ‘political’ route to higher import taxes under Trump

The Philadelphia Inquirer: Aluminum wars: U.S. factory owners seek ‘political’ route to higher import taxes under Trump Aluminum plant owners and others hope the Trump administration will reverse a recent refusal to boost tariffs by the International Trade Commission By Joseph N. DiStefano November 30, 2024…

PRESS RELEASE: Statement about the Negative Vote by the International Trade Commission

PRESS RELEASE: Statement about the Negative Vote by the International Trade Commission

Press Release: Statement about the Negative Vote by the International Trade Commission WASHINGTON, D.C. – The following statement was issued by the U.S. Aluminum Extruders Coalition (USAEC) and the United Steel, Paper and Forestry, Rubber, Manufacturing, Energy, Allied Industrial and Service Workers International Union (USW)…

U.S. Rep. Norcross tours Western Aluminum Extrusions in New Jersey

U.S. Rep. Norcross tours Western Aluminum Extrusions in New Jersey

U.S. Rep. Norcross tours Western Aluminum Extrusions in New Jersey Congressman Donald Norcross (D-New Jersey) visited Western Aluminum Extrusions plant in Pennsauken, New Jersey this week to express his support for a trade case aimed at countering unfairly traded aluminum extrusion imports, brought by the…

PRESS RELEASE: Commerce Department Issues Final Determinations in Trade Cases on Aluminum Extrusions from 14 Countries

PRESS RELEASE: Commerce Department Issues Final Determinations in Trade Cases on Aluminum Extrusions from 14 Countries

Commerce Department Issues Final Determinations in Trade Cases on Aluminum Extrusions from 14 Countries. Antidumping and Subsidy Duties of 1.44% up to More Than 376% Imposed on Imports of Aluminum Extrusions

PRESS RELEASE: Sen. Sherrod Brown Pushes for Crackdown on Unfair Trade Hurting Local Aluminum Extrusions Workers

PRESS RELEASE: Sen. Sherrod Brown Pushes for Crackdown on Unfair Trade Hurting Local Aluminum Extrusions Workers

After bankruptcy and a shutdown, a modest revival by new operators is underway in parts of the former 55-acre Aluminum Shapes complex in Pennsauken, where 3,000 workers once labored making vehicle and construction parts. Shapes, founded in 1954 and earlier located in Northeast Philly, initially…

The Philadelphia Inquirer: These South Jersey metal makers say unfair imports slow sales, hiring. Would more tariffs help?

The Philadelphia Inquirer: These South Jersey metal makers say unfair imports slow sales, hiring. Would more tariffs help?

The Philadelphia Inquirer: These South Jersey metal makers say unfair imports slow sales, hiring. Would more tariffs help? Metal plants are seeking even tariff protection against cheap imports from China and its many trading partners.

Thousands of Pennsylvanians could lose their jobs in the aluminum extrusion due to dumping from foreign countries | Opinion

Thousands of Pennsylvanians could lose their jobs in the aluminum extrusion due to dumping from foreign countries | Opinion

Pennsylvania is justifiably proud of its manufacturing roots. But thousands of its skilled workers have lost or might soon lose their jobs because China, Mexico, Vietnam, Malaysia, and other countries are dumping their products into the U.S. at unjustifiably low prices.

Minnesota Extruder Alexandria Industries Supports Trade Case to Save Jobs

Minnesota Extruder Alexandria Industries Supports Trade Case to Save Jobs

Minnesota Extruder Alexandria Industries Supports Trade Case to Save Jobs Alexandria Industries of west central Minnesota started making aluminum boat parts for Lund and typewriter parts for IBM in the 1960s. Today, the aluminum extruder makes products used every day

Congressman Krishnamoorthi visits Custom Aluminum Products in Illinois

Congressman Krishnamoorthi visits Custom Aluminum Products in Illinois

During a visit to Custom Aluminum Products here this morning, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Illinois) expressed support for a trade case seeking to offset unfairly traded aluminum-extrusion imports brought by the U.S. Aluminum Extruders Coalition.

Commentary: Arizona’s aluminum extruders fight China, others to survive

Commentary: Arizona’s aluminum extruders fight China, others to survive

Arizona’s manufacturing companies are facing a serious challenge—an onslaught of unfairly traded aluminum imports that threaten American jobs. As president of MI Metals, an aluminum extruder in Prescott Valley, I see firsthand the resilience and ingenuity of U.S. industry. But it is impossible to compete…

Commentary: Unfair imports from China and elsewhere threaten Georgia jobs

Commentary: Unfair imports from China and elsewhere threaten Georgia jobs

Efforts by China and other countries to undercut American industries are pervasive and well known. They have a new target right here in Georgia: manufacturers who specialize in making extruded aluminum.

Pennsylvania Aluminum Extrusion Workers Suffer from Unfair Trade

Pennsylvania Aluminum Extrusion Workers Suffer from Unfair Trade

Pennsylvania Aluminum Extrusion Workers Suffer from Unfair Trade Pennsylvania is justifiably proud of its manufacturing roots. But many of its skilled workers in the aluminum extrusion industry have lost or might soon lose their jobs because countries including China, Mexico, Vietnam

Local aluminum manufactures say they are being undercut by foreign countries, ask Biden for tariffs on import

Local aluminum manufactures say they are being undercut by foreign countries, ask Biden for tariffs on import

Ohio aluminum extruders say they are being undercut by foreign countries, ask Biden for tariffs on imports The coalition petitioning for relief includes Extrudex in North Jackson, Ohio, and Pennex Aluminum in Leetonia, Ohio. WFMJ.com News weather sports for Youngstown-Warren Ohio

U.S. Aluminum Extruders Coalition Comments on Mexico Tariff Announcement

U.S. Aluminum Extruders Coalition Comments on Mexico Tariff Announcement

The U.S. Aluminum Extruders Coalition is disappointed by the Mexican Government’s announcement that it will increase tariffs on its imports of aluminum ingots, billets, and extrusions without also revoking its various duty exemption programs. Because these various Mexican duty exemption programs were not also revoked,…

China Steals Aluminum Jobs From Michigan

China Steals Aluminum Jobs From Michigan

China Steals Aluminum Jobs From Michigan RealClearPolitics By Nicholas Noecker & Terry Sheehan China has been working to undercut American companies for years – from tech to commodities. Now it’s targeting U.S. firms including companies here in Michigan that make a product that fits in…

Aluminum Extrusions in Arizona, Georgia Depend on Washington, D.C.

Aluminum Extrusions in Arizona, Georgia Depend on Washington, D.C.

Aluminum Extrusions in Arizona, Georgia Depend on Washington, D.C. Brook Massey of MI Metals is worried about becoming his customers’ backup plan rather than their first stop. The reason: A torrent of unfairly traded aluminum extrusions from China and elsewhere is

Aluminum Extruders in Michigan Face Unfair Trade from Abroad

Aluminum Extruders in Michigan Face Unfair Trade from Abroad Michigan is home to some of America’s most iconic manufacturers, starting with its long history in the auto industry. Aluminum extruders – whose products are in cars and many other everyday items

Trade Cheaters Are Killing America’s Aluminum Industry Jobs

Trade Cheaters Are Killing America’s Aluminum Industry Jobs

America’s economy continues to spur demand for consumer goods and manufactured products needed to rebuild roads, bridges, and other infrastructure. The nation has a historic opportunity to harness this growth to boost the middle class and build an economy for all. But only rigorous enforcement…

Taber Extrusions

Taber Extrusions

Defending the Nation: Crucial Role of Aluminum Extrusions in the National Security Aluminum extrusions often go unnoticed but play a vital role in ensuring the strength and readiness of America’s armed forces. Aluminum extrusions are lightweight yet strong and do not

Unfair Trade Threatens Illinois’ Custom Aluminum Products

Unfair Trade Threatens Illinois’ Custom Aluminum Products

Unfair Trade Threatens Illinois’ Custom Aluminum Products Custom Aluminum Products of South Elgin and Genoa, Ill., proudly shapes aluminum and its communities. CEO Steve Dillett has worked at the aluminum extruder for 40 years. During his tenure, the company has grown

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