July 2008

NAPLES, FL. -- The Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association reported that its July 2008 Booked Orders Index was 113 down 62 points or a decrease of 35% from June 2008's Index of 175 (1990=100). The July 2008 Index represents a decrease of 24% from the July 2007 Index of 149.

July Booked Orders Indexes were 193 for Bulk Handling Equipment* and 83 for Unit Handling Equipment*(1990=100).

The Twelve-Month Index for Booked Orders was 148 in July. Index in July represents a decrease of 2% from June 2008's Twelve-Month Index of 151.

The CEMA Billed Sales (shipments) Index was 143 in July. Index in July is down 12 points or 8% from June 2008's Index of 155. The July 2008 Index represents an increase of 3 points or 2% from the July 2007 Index of 140.

July Billed Sales Indexes were 201 for Bulk Handling Equipment* and 135 for Unit Handling Equipment*(1990=100).

The Twelve-Month Index for Billed Sales was 146 in July. Index in July represents no change from June 2008's Twelve-Month Index of 146.