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PVC Maker Cantex Plans Manufacturing Facility In Arizona
January 3, 2007 6:55 am | by Andrea Lyn Van Benschoten, Web Editor, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsPVC conduit manufacturer acquired a 30-acre site in Arizona.
Whirlpool Sells Multiple Former Maytag Properties
January 3, 2007 6:34 am | by Andrea Lyn Van Benschoten, Web Editor, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsWhirlpool has sold several of the former Maytag facilities, following the company's April acquisition.
Whirlpool Sells Multiple Former Maytag Properties
January 3, 2007 6:34 am | by Andrea Lyn Van Benschoten, Web Editor, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsWhirlpool has sold several of the former Maytag facilities, following the company's April acquisition.
Not Taking Any Risks: Companies Will Spend More On Risk Management In 2007
January 3, 2007 6:30 am | by Anita LaFond, News Editor, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsDisruptive natural and political events causing firms to focus on risk management in next 12 to 24 months, according to AMR Research study
Ford, GM December Sales Plunge, Toyota's Surge
January 3, 2007 6:07 am | by Amy Radishofski, Staff Reporter, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsFord and GM released December sales data Wednesday, with both showing significant declines, while Toyota posted its best-ever overall sales month. Ford’s December sales were 233,621, a 13 percent decrease from December 2005. For the year, Ford’s 2006 sales were down 8 percent to 2.9 million. Meanwhile, GM report
New Orders Help Manufacturing Sector Bounce Back In December (Update)
January 3, 2007 6:05 am | by Tom Granahan, Editor-In-Chief, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsManufacturing proved more resilient than many thought in December, rebounding on the back of increased new orders and higher production.
Best In Class? Forget Manual Processes
January 3, 2007 5:55 am | by Andrea Lyn Van Benschoten, Web Editor, Manufacturing.net | Articles | CommentsMany manufacturers are still in the early stages of adopting technology-driven compliance and traceability systems, according to a study that will be released Thursday. The Aberdeen Group polled over 340 companies covering multiples types of manufacturing. The study found that 93 percent of manufacturers still r
Kennametal To Acquire Federal Signal's Cutting Tool Business
January 3, 2007 1:48 am | by Anita LaFond, News Editor, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsFederal Signal selling its three cutting tool businesses for $67 million.
Volvo Gets Order For 700 City Buses To Meet China 's E3 Standard
January 3, 2007 1:42 am | by Andrea Lyn Van Benschoten, Web Editor | News | CommentsVolvo will deliver 700 buses to Shanghai that meet the new Euro III standard.
Recent Storm In Midwest Could Push Up Cost Of Beef
January 3, 2007 1:36 am | News | CommentsAlmost $2 billion in cattle at risk after devastating storm.
Lotus To Create Trybrid Cars For Obvio!
January 3, 2007 1:34 am | by Amy Radishofski, Staff Reporter | News | CommentsThe development of the microsports cars, the 828 and the 012, could be worth as much as $137 million.
Score A Win For Boeing In Battle With Airbus
January 3, 2007 12:52 am | by Tom Granahan, Editor-In-Chief, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsReport says U.S. giant outdid Airbus in 2006 orders.
Cooper Industries Buys WPI Interconnect For $75 Million
January 3, 2007 12:40 am | by Tom Granahan, Editor-In-Chief, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsWPI manufactures custom connectors and cable assemblies.
Toyota Set To Supply Cars Under Subaru Brand Name For European Market
January 3, 2007 12:29 am | News | CommentsToyota will produce small passenger cars for Fuji Heavy Industries.
Semiconductor Capital Equipment Spending Seen Flat This Year
January 2, 2007 7:55 am | by Amy Radishofski, Staff Reporter, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsA study by Gartner sees a spending increase for the semiconductor market of 20.8 percent in 2008.
Weakest Michigan Economy Since 2001
January 2, 2007 7:54 am | by Anita LaFond, News Editor | News | CommentsLow readings attributed to Michigan-based auto companies cutting production, according to Comerica Bank's Michigan Business Activity Index.
The Next Frontier In Alternative Fuels ... Chicken Fat?
January 2, 2007 6:20 am | News | CommentsCheap cost and loads of supply have some folks thinking it's the next big thing.
New Labeling Solution Will Help Companies Meet China RoHS Deadline
January 2, 2007 5:37 am | by Anita LaFond, News Editor, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsBy March 2007, China RoHS regulations will require identification of toxic/hazardous substances for electronic products.
Snyder Industries Acquires Clawson Container 's IBC Divisions
January 2, 2007 4:07 am | by Anita LaFond, News Editor, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsSnyder acquisition will add steel containers to its polyethylene container line.
Regulators Reject Alcan 's Energy Purchase Agreement
January 2, 2007 3:56 am | by Tom Granahan, Editor-In-Chief, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsDeal was part of huge modernization plan at British Columbia facilty
