Welcome to the RRVTMA
The Rock River Valley Tooling and Machining Association is the local chapter of the National Tooling and Machining Association. RRVTMA is made up of companies that believe in the future of manufacturing for northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Our membership assumes a leadership position in the training and development of the current and future generations in the metalworking profession.
Our membership is comprised of member companies in the manufacturing industry and associate member companies that recognize the importance of manufacturing in the Rock River Valley region. These are the companies that support the metal working industry with their time, energy, and financial resources.
The Rock River Valley chapter was established in 1957 with eight member companies. The association has grown to include over 30 member companies and more than 20 associate member companies.
Membership
Join RRVTMA and get your business
moving again.
Apprenticeships
Renewing our manufacturing workforces.
Apprenticeships
Renewing our manufacturing workforces.
Scholarships
Encouraging more young people
to pursue careers in manufacturing.
Events
We are proud to celebrate the successful completion of the Apprentice Class of 2026! After years of dedication, skill-building, and hands-on experience, they are officially graduating as certified Journeymen. Please join us in celebrating this milestone achievement: May 27th Apprentice Graduation UMB Bank Pavilion Aldeen Golf Course 5:00 Networking & [...]
Monday June, 22nd Rockford Country Club 11:00 Lunch/Registration 12:00 Shot Gun Start 5:00 Cocktails 5:30 Dinner & Program Premier Sponsor: First Mid Bank & Trust Cart Sponsor: Cimco Recycling Lunch Sponsor: Rockford Toolcraft Pre-Game Sponsor: DMG Mori Registration to open soon.
Recent News
Rock River Valley Tooling & Machining Association Apprentice Graduation May 27
Apprentice Graduation ceremony will be held Wednesday, May 28. As the Stateline’s chapter of the NTMA, the RRVTMA aims to serve the region’s craftsmen, machinists, and member companies through community connection, education, and scholarships.
Rock River Valley Tooling & Machining Association Welcomes Director of Membership Engagement
The Rock River Valley Tooling & Machining Association (RRVTMA), the Stateline’s chapter of the [...]
Rock River Valley Tooling & Machining Association Welcomes New Director of Public Relations
The Rock River Valley Tooling & Machining Association (RRVTMA), the Stateline’s chapter of the [...]
