July 2026

This September is offering us all a change of scenery and a world of opportunity. Are you ready to join us as AHTD hosts our 2026 Fall Meeting in Carlsbad, CA? We will all discover what it means to be #BetterWithAHTD through a program filled with industry insights, content for leadership and personal development, and networking with the meaningful connections that make every AHTD event unforgettable. Take advantage of early-bird rates by securing your spot today and experience it all alongside your AHTD community. Fresh perspectives start here, and September will be here before you know it!

Discover the Benchmarks Behind Stronger Profitability and Financial Stability

Thanks to the Financial Benchmarking Survey, we all have access to comparative aggregate data derived from our own membership! Want to access the report that assists our industry's managers in achieving robust profitability and financial security for their companies? The most up-to-date Financial Benchmarking Report is available for purchase by any AHTD member company. Purchase yours today.

ITR July Report - Infrastructure-Driven Growth

Manufacturing and industrial markets are growing modestly despite inflation and high interest rates, with increases in manufacturing output, wholesale trade, and capital equipment orders. Opportunities are tied to the construction of data centers and demand for power infrastructure and electrical equipment, while AI-driven expansion is straining power grids and supply chains, likely keeping energy and industrial input costs elevated for several years.

Read the full report here.

The Future Won't Wait.

Neither Should Your Next Leaders.

When Silas Neale, Area Sales Manager at Universal Robotics USA, reflects on his Future Leaders Program experience, he sees it as a turning point in how he communicates and leads. He describes AHTD’s premier leadership Program as a well-rounded curriculum that covers communication, collective thinking, diversity of thought, HR considerations, and the development of leadership abilities. This wide breadth of topics provides meaningful insight for leaders at every stage, so his advice to anyone considering the program is simple: go for it!

AHTD's Future Leaders Program gathers the automation channel's emerging talent to develop leadership skills, build industry relationships, and prepare for greater responsibility. Hear directly from past participants why leading member companies invest in FLP.

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Spots are limited. Apply today and invest in the leaders who will shape your company's future.

Connect with AHTD Women In Automation

Join us for AHTD’s WIA Fall Meet‑Up at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, September 22 in Carlsbad! Meet incredible women in automation and get an inside look at what this inspiring group is accomplishing. You won’t want to miss it!

If you can’t join us in person, there are plenty of other ways to stay connected:

AHTD’s WIA #DoingHighTechBetter!

DSG State of E-Commerce - We Need You!

Thank you to those of you who have already given the 8 minutes it takes to share how your company is approaching online sales, where investments are being made, and the results being seen. E-commerce continues to evolve, but understanding what "good" looks like for companies in industrial automation can be challenging. For that, we need input from MORE of you.

Take the survey

Why participate?

• Participants will receive a copy of the survey results.

• All responses will remain confidential.

• DSG will send the first 200 participants a $10 e-gift card.

What's Up, Members?

As a member of AHTD, you’re tapped into a dynamic community of automation professionals. Check out some of these insights from our membership base.

NOSHOK announces launch of new Industry-Focused Resource pages.
Piab introduces BLFF 42 and 55 suction cups for high-performance, mixed item handling.
Wachendorff Automation delivers proven encoder and measurement solutions for a wide range of industries.
WEG Electric Corp. supports distributor success with workforce training solutions.
Weidmüller announces organizational alignment to accelerate growth, innovation and customer value.

Have any company events or updates to share with fellow AHTD members in our "What's Up?" sections? Please send newsletter submissions to Heidi Wadzinski by the 2nd Friday of the month. Find guidelines and past newsletters here.

What's Up, Strategic Business Partners?

We're grateful for our Strategic Business Partners. These companies offer strategic products or services in the industrial automation distribution industry.

idea invites you to elevate your business and strategy with eBiz 2026.

MRA's 5-Minute HR Feed provides quick, expert insights on today’s most important HR topics.

Share the Value. Earn Rewards

#DoingHighTechBetter. That's you, every day. Take a moment to share with a non-member distributor the benefits you and your business experience from harnessing AHTD's resources, education, and networking, and earn benefits for your company and yourself. We are all #BetterWithAHTD, so help spread the word. Click here to find out how you can refer a distributor and earn yourself some swag!

Meet Your Promotions Committee

Responsible for assisting with marketing and promotional efforts of our association, the Promotions Committee is especially focused on reviewing materials for the monthly electronic newsletter, coming up with ideas for projects that will positively highlight the association’s mission, and taking on projects as assigned by the Board of Directors. BY members FOR members - YOUR AHTD!

Show Your Pride - #BetterWithAHTD

Thanks to the members who proudly display AHTD's logo on their websites. How cool is that? Looking to add your favorite association's logo on your website?

Click here for the art.