The Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association (CEMA) reports that its June 2013 booked orders were up 7.2% over May 2013 booked orders. June 2013 booked orders decreased 14%, however, when compared to June 2012 orders.

June booked orders were up 9.2% for Bulk Handling Equipment and up 5.5% for Unit Handling Equipment when compared to May.

CEMA’s June 2013 billed sales (shipments) decreased by 10.8% when compared to June 2012 sales. June 2013 billed sales were up 1.3% when compared to May 2013 billed sales.

June billed sales were up 4.5% for Bulk Handling Equipment and down 0.5% for Unit Handling Equipment when compared to May.

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