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AWS Welding Distributor Membership

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Designed to help welding distributors increase their end-user customer base and improve their competitive position in the marketplace. The Society's web of communication tools will put distributors in touch with key industry manufacturers, including AWS's nearly 1,000 Supporting and Sustaining Company Members, most of which are leading producers of welding equipment and supplies. Sellers will also receive critical information to help them deal with real-life problems faced by any business, and an instant global presence on AWS's exclusive Welding Distributor Locator Map.

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AWS Welding Distributor Benefits

AWS Welding Distributor Member Application in .pdf format.
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AWS Welding Distributor Dues
Annual Dues: $500

AWS Welding Distributor Membership Benefits
The AWS Welding Distributor Member Receives:

  • SPECIAL OFFER — Sign up today as an AWS Welding Distributor member, and receive your choice of two of the following publications (up to a $384 value):
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    - Jefferson's Welding encyclopedia (CD-ROM only)
    - Design and Planning manual for Cost-Effective Welding
    - Welding Metallurgy
    - Welding Handbook (9th Ed., Vol. 2)

  • 5 Individual AWS Memberships ($400 value) offering each of your employees or customers:
  • Complimentary subscription to the award-winning Welding Journal magazine.
  • The American Welder, a special section of the Welding Journal designed for front-line welders.
  • A popular AWS Publication ($192 value) for only $25...save nearly 90%!
  • 25% Members'-only discount on any AWS Publication - choose from among 300+ titles by calling (888) WELDING.
  • Professional Development via Members'-only discounts on world-renowned AWS Certification programs, dozens of topical conferences, seminars and home-study courses.
  • Members'-only discounts on American Welderª products, at www.aws.org/gear and the ability to add your company's logo onto apparel items.
  • Networking Opportunities at the AWS Welding Show, at local AWS Section Meetings, at 120+ AWS-sponsored seminars, and through Committee participation.
  • Free listing and hyperlink on a Distributor Locator Map - an interactive map, by city, on AWS's 100,000-visitors-a-month website that allows end-users to find your distributor locations quickly and easily.
  • Free company publicity and recognition - open up doors globally by listing your company's name, as well as your products, in the Welding Journal, read by 50,000+ industry professionals.
  • Free hyperlink on the AWS Website draws visitors to your distributor's website.
  • Exclusive usage of the AWS Welding Distributor logo on your company's letterhead and promotional material for a competitive edge.
  • Complimentary VIP Passes to the FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show - distribute as perks to your best customers.
  • 25% discount off any AWS Publication, i.e., Welding Handbook, and opportunity to resell them for a profit.
  • 70% Discount on Welding Journal gift subscriptions mailed directly to end-users you designate AND a Free "Sent Compliments of " Announcement on the shipping bag.  Use the WJ as gifts to your loyal customers and promote your company name at the same time. (Note: $30 per WJ subscription, with a 50 minimum order). 
  • An attractive AWS Welding Distributor wall plaque to display your company's affiliation with the Society.
  • Access to AWS JobFind , a full-featured online career recruitment service that is housed on the AWS Website and provides companies a vehicle to post job openings and to search a resume database for qualified candidates..
  • Savings on qualified Standard Ground shipments with Yellow.
  • In addition to Standard Ground, Yellow provides customized solutions to meet your specific shipping needs with a wide portfolio of services
  • Exact Express® offers you expedited, time-definite, air, and ground service backed by our industry-leading customer satisfaction guarantee.
  • Definite Delivery® will get you goods to their destination with a guarantee, ensuring delivery, on or before the standard service date, or you don't pay.
  • Cross-border dedicated service to Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico.
  • Myyellow.com allows users to easily access shipping information 24/7
  • Exhibit Services is a single source to satisfy your shipping needs to, from and between trade shows - including air and ground, expedited and guaranteed
  • Start saving today on your transportation services by enrolling in AWS/Yellow program.  For additional information call you AWS dedicated Yellow Representative Lisa Patton at 800-647-3061, ext. 6572.
    • OfficeMax - Special savings on more than 12,000 office products. Start saving today on your office needs by enrolling in the AWS OfficeMax Partner Advantage program.  Have an OfficeMax account manager contact me!
    • YRC Regional Transportation Offers Special Discounts for Members of the American Welding Society!  Speed, reliability and regional expertise - precisely what members deserve.YRC Regional Transportation is comprised of New Penn, USF Holland, and USF Reddaway. Individually, they are leaders in next-day delivery, quality handling and on-time performance. Collectively, they are committed to delivering even more.Their comprehensive, best-in-class services include regional, expedited, guaranteed, consolidation & distribution and cross-border between the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Start saving today on your transportation services through the AWS/YRC Regional Program.  Enrollment in the AWS Regional Shipping Program is free. To enroll, please fill out the registration form (click here) and fax it back to 913.982.5943, or call Lisa Williams at 913.344.5722.
    Become an AWS Welding Distributor Member today:

    Welding Distributor Member Application in .pdf format.
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    or, call (800) 443-9353, ext. 480, or (305) 443-9353, ext. 480


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