The Shapemakers by The Aluminum Extruders Council

The Shapemakers from the Aluminum Extruders Council is a podcast series that provides valuable information about timely and relevant aluminum extrusion topics. Whether it’s details about the tariffs on imports of aluminum profiles from China, how building and energy codes may affect aluminum extrusion products, or the industry’s efforts to attract and train the next generation of aluminum extrusion designers, engineers and employees, The Shapemakers podcast promises to enlighten and inspire all who listen. This show will appeal to all those interested in how market, economic and industry forces are shaping the aluminum extrusion world – whether you’re an AEC member, an aluminum industry professional or aluminum extrusion customer. This show has something for everyone interested in learning more about aluminum extrusions.

Jeff Henderson, AEC President, and Robert DeFrancesco, AEC’s Fair Trade lead attorney, will discuss the latest developments in the Kingtom case. Specifically, they will examine the reversal of the Enforce and Protect Act (EAPA) decisions and the Withhold Release Order (WRO). Customs and Border Protection (CBP) implements Withhold Release Orders to prevent merchandise produced in whole or in part in a foreign country using forced labor from being imported into the United States. Learn more in this noteworthy episode.