MFG.com (www.mfg.com

), the global online marketplace for the manufacturing community, has launched a partner program that is designed to expand the resources available to visitors to its Internet site.

MFG.com’s Global Partner Channel Network includes domestic and international industry associations, print and online publishers and online web sites that serve procurement professionals, engineers, or suppliers of manufacturing services and industrial products. Penton Media Inc., the parent company for American Machinist, is a partner with Mfg.com.

“Developing and maintaining a strong Channel Partner program enables MFG.com to energize its global marketplace with new buyers and suppliers,” Steve Roth, chief marketing officer for MFG.com, said.