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shop talk significantly in recent years. The Brazilian government has implemented policies to strengthen its openness as a global trading partner, and its focus on increased exports has strengthened its manufacturing industry. "As U.S. manufacturing technology builders look to build global relationships, Brazil is a market of growing importance and a critical place for AMT members to establish a presence," said Douglas K. Woods, AMT president. "We look forward to providing our members with a place to take some of their first steps into this market, and we are excited to see the possibilities that will come within Brazil." That said, the country's strong currency makes it difficult for Brazilian machine tool builders to competitively export products. In addition, they are facing greater competition in their home market from imports. According to Gardner Business Media's "2013 World Machine Tool Output and Consumption Survey," Brazil ranks 8th in worldwide machine tool consumption (up from 9th in last year's survey), but dropped to 17th in machine 46 MMS September 2013 mmsonline.com tool production. Output by Brazilian machine tool builders fell 28 percent in 2012. With consumption remaining high and domestic output lower, it's clear that Brazilian manufacturers are importing more machine tools than in the past. Regardless, Brazilian machine tool builders continue to refine machine designs to realize improved performance and capabilities. Visit short.mmsonline.com/ feimafe13 to see a slideshow of new equipment on display at this year's show. Feimafe, visit feimafe.com.br/en. Next StepS for MAG At the end of July, Fives (Paris, France) completed its acquisition of MAG Americas, including MAG brands Cincinnati, Giddings & Lewis, and ForestLiné. According to the company, the technological expertise gained through the acquisition—particularly in composites technology—will aid its efforts to further establish itself in sectors such as aerospace, mining and renewable energy. Approximately 1,000 MAG Americas employees