The PTDA Foundation is seeking nominations for its Wendy B. McDonald Woman of the Year Award and Robert (Bob) K. Callahan Future Leaders Award, respectively. As the charitable arm of the Power Transmission Distributors Association, the PTDA Foundation champions education, outreach, and research initiatives relevant to the power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) industry that enhance the […]
Industry News
Altra launches enhanced virtual trade show exhibit booth
Altra has recently enhanced the scope and functionality of its virtual exhibit booth at http://altraex.com. The immersive and interactive trade show environment provides visitors around the world with convenient 24/7 access to browse the extensive portfolio of motion control and power transmission products offered by Altra’s 26 global brands. The exhibit features brakes, clutches, couplings, […]
PTDA: Understanding customer use of PT/MC products
PTDA’s Industry Sales Guides offer an inside look at where and how power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) products are utilized in a variety of specific industries. PTDA member company employees can use this tool to identify new markets, increase add-on sales to existing customers, and conduct team training. Developed by both current and former distributor and […]
PT WORK Force introduces new resources to support PT/MC employers
The PTDA Foundation, through its PT WORK Force initiative, provides programs and resources to help power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) employers address ever-escalating issues surrounding recruitment and retention. As an essential workforce, more than ever PT/MC employers need help hiring and developing their greatest asset—their employees—whether in the plant, the warehouse, or in a work-from-home environment. […]
Nearly $120,000 raised in first stage of PTDA Foundation’s Fundraising Campaign
During the first three months of its 2022 Fund Drive campaign, the PTDA Foundation raised nearly $120,000 of its 2022 fundraising goal. Contributions to the annual PTDA Foundation Fund Drive support PT WORK Force®, an initiative to empower PT/MC (power transmission/motion control) industry employers to be more successful in their recruitment and retention efforts. “The […]
PTDA Canadian Conference sponsorships
Sponsorships Boost Your Company’s Recognition with a Sponsorship! You will: Capture the attention of industry executives Receive exclusive exposure as the number of sponsorships is limited Support your industry by making it possible for PTDA to provide a high caliber educational program loaded with relevant information Sponsorship form Capitalize on all sponsor benefits when you […]
Peers and partners to convene for PTDA 2022 Canadian Conference
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) will convene for the PTDA 2022 Canadian Conference in Montreal, Quebec, Canada June 7–9. Delegates in the power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) industry, representing PTDA distributor and manufacturer companies, will be in attendance to broaden cross-channel networks, expand connections and deepen business relationships. “This is a long-awaited opportunity for PTDA […]
PTDA: Cost of Goods Sold Format & Guidelines
Distributors are familiar and comfortable with receiving information from manufacturers on an almost constant basis—product and price information updates, new product announcements, backorder notices. There are also times when information goes the other way—from distributor to manufacturer. For a manufacturer, information from their distributors about who is buying their product can assist in creating products […]
PT WORK Force Webinar Series: Winning the War for Talent
Winning the War for Talent: Proven Strategies to Attract, Hire and Retain Your Most Valuable Asset About This Series The war for talent is escalating. Some organizations are ill-prepared to handle the challenges of an increasingly complex labor market, shackled by the “we’ve always done it this way” mentality. Others are thriving, armed with analytical […]
Nominate yourself for a leadership position on the 2023 PTDA Board
PTDA’s Board of Directors establishes the Association’s strategic direction, policies, and programs. Officers and directors are elected annually at the PTDA Annual Business Meeting by distributor members of the Association. Two remaining voting positions are held by the chair and vice-chair of the Manufacturer Council, elected annually by PTDA’s manufacturer members. The presidents of the […]