American Pyrotechnics Association Company Profile
The APA is the leading trade association of the fireworks
industry. The APA supports and promotes safety standards for
all aspects of fireworks. The APA has a diverse membership
including regulated and licensed manufacturers,
distributors, wholesalers, retailers, importers, suppliers
and professional display fireworks companies. Additional
information about the fireworks industry, facts & figures,
state laws and safety tips can be found on APA's website at
http://www.americanpyro.com
News from American Pyrotechnics Association:
Must See Independence Day Fireworks Displays Around the USA
BETHESDA, Md., June 30, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — The Independence Day Holiday weekend is quickly approaching and the fireworks industry will ignite over 16,000 fireworks displays nationwide to salute America on her 240th birthday. From small towns to big city extravaganzas, Americans will gather to commemorate Independence Day at community fireworks celebrations. The American Pyrotechnics Association (APA) has […]
American Pyrotechnics Association Urges Fireworks Safety This Independence Day
Sales and Popularity for Fireworks Have Increased, but Safety Remains Number One Priority BETHESDA, Md., June 27, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Fireworks are as American as baseball, hotdogs and apple pie. Since the founding of our country, families have taken to their backyards and neighborhoods, or have gathered at community events to use fireworks in celebration of […]
American Pyrotechnics Association Launches Youth Education Initiative to Improve Fireworks Safety
BETHESDA, Md., June 24, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — The American Pyrotechnics Association (APA), the nation's leading trade association for the fireworks industry, announced today the launch of a youth education initiative to promote the responsible use of consumer fireworks. "Fireworks are among the most widely anticipated and valued parts of celebrating our nation's independence," said Julie L. […]
Spectacular Independence Day Fireworks Displays to Honor our Great Nation
BETHESDA, Md., July 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — The Fourth of July season will boast over 15,000 fireworks displays nationwide from small towns to big city extravaganzas. Five of the biggest "must see" fireworks displays include: New York City, NY, Macy's 4th of July Spectacular, July 4: The "Granddaddy of them all" display will be held on […]
With the Liberalization of Consumer Fireworks Laws, the American Pyrotechnics Association Reports That Fireworks-Related Injuries and Fires Have Declined Sharply During the Past Decade
BETHESDA, Md., June 25, 2012 — According to the American Pyrotechnics Association (APA), backyard fireworks have never been more popular or more in demand. Since 2000, there has been an on-going proliferation of state and local legislation to liberalize consumer fireworks laws and lift fireworks prohibitions.[1] These legislative changes were made in part because of […]
American Pyrotechnics Association Urges the Public to Enjoy a Sparkling Good (and Safe) Time This Independence Day
BETHESDA, Md., June 28, 2010 — The fireworks industry remains committed to providing the safest products available, as well as to educating the public on the proper ways to safely enjoy the great American tradition of celebrating with backyard fireworks. Forty-six states and the District of Columbia allow legal "consumer" fireworks for the Fourth of […]
