February 2008

NAPLES, FL. -- The Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association reported that its February 2008 Booked Orders Index was 130 down 1 point or a decrease of 1% from January 2008's Index of 131 (1990=100). The February 2008 Index represents a decrease of 11% from the February 2007 Index of 146.

February Booked Orders Indexes were 198 for Bulk Handling Equipment* and 106 for Unit Handling Equipment*(1990=100).

The Twelve-Month Index for Booked Orders was 153 in February. Index in February represents a decrease of 1% from January 2008's Twelve-Month Index of 154.

The CEMA Billed Sales (shipments) Index was 139 in February. Index in February is up 9 points or 7% from January 2008's Index of 130. The February 2008 Index represents a decrease of 8 points or 5% from the February 2007 Index of 147.

February Billed Sales Indexes were 196 for Bulk Handling Equipment* and 131 for Unit Handling Equipment*(1990=100).

The Twelve-Month Index for Billed Sales was 147 in February. Index in February represents no change from Janaury 2008's Twelve-Month Index of 147.