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Beer Power Reduces Energy Costs for Sierra Nevada Brewery
October 10, 2006 2:45 am | by Amy Radishofski, Staff Reporter, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsUpgrade to a DFC power plant allows brewing company to run on byproduct methane.
Manufacturing Technology Consumption Increased For August, Year-To-Date
October 9, 2006 8:04 am | by Amy Radishofski, Staff Reporter, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsConsumption is up 3.4 percent for August and 22.3 percent for year-to-date.
It’s Not Easy Being Green
October 9, 2006 5:09 am | by Amy Radishofski, Staff Reporter, Manufacturing.net | Articles | CommentsSpinach growers and retailers could see millions in losses as a string of E Coli outbreaks have been linked to the leafy greens. The problem spotlights supply chain issues in the food industry, a situation RFID proponents say could be resolved through the use of the technology.
It 's Not Easy Being Green
October 9, 2006 5:09 am | by Amy Radishofski, Staff Reporter, Manufacturing.net | Articles | CommentsSpinach growers and retailers could see millions in losses as a string of E Coli outbreaks have been linked to the leafy greens. The problem spotlights supply chain issues in the food industry, a situation RFID proponents say could be resolved through the use of the technology.
MAN Seeking To Withdraw Hostile Scania Takeover Bid; MAN 's Workers Planning Protests
October 9, 2006 3:43 am | by Geir Moulson, Associated Press | News | CommentsGerman truckmaker wants friendly merger with Swedish company; employees concerned about job possible job losses.
Volvo Aero Expanding Connecticut Plant
October 9, 2006 3:13 am | by Amy Radishofski, Staff Reporter, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsCompany will also nearly double workforce.
Danaher To Acquire Australian Medical Technology Company
October 9, 2006 3:12 am | by Anita LaFond, News Editor, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsVision Systems will be sold to Danaher for $520 million
Move Over Alcoa: Russian Company Takes Top Spot
October 9, 2006 2:57 am | by Amy Radishofski, Staff Reporter, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsUnited Company RUSAL will replace Alcoa as leading aluminum producer.
Aesica Acquires Merck 's UK Chemical Manufacturing Facilty
October 9, 2006 2:32 am | by Anita LaFond, News Editor, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsPonders End site will continue production and employment.
Bobcat Workers Strike In Bismarck
October 9, 2006 2:26 am | by James MacPherson, Associated Press | News | CommentsNegotiations on new labor contract failed; USW represents about 780 employees.
Keeping Coating Tanks Clean
October 6, 2006 7:08 am | News | CommentsInnovation has brought the automobile assembly line a long way since the days of Henry Ford. While the basic concept remains the same, these days, automobile manufacturers have further streamlined and automated all of the processes involved.
JAMA Issues Report On Contributions To American Economy
October 6, 2006 5:25 am | by Andrea Lyn Van Benschoten, Web Editor | News | CommentsThe Japanese Automobile Manufacturers Association has completed a report on the organization’s contributions to the American economy.
UK And German Manufacturing Sectors Surging
October 6, 2006 5:18 am | by Anita LaFond, News Editor, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsUK manufacturing output up 0.7 percent; German factory orders up 3.7 percent.
Solectron Cuts Workforce
October 6, 2006 3:40 am | by Amy Radishofski, Staff Reporter, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsRestructuring plan includes workforce cut of 1,400.
AGCO Cuts Sales Outlook, Citing Softer & Market Conditions
October 6, 2006 3:21 am | by Manufacturing.net Staff | Articles | CommentsThe company now expects sales to decline 2 to 3 percent versus 2005, and 2006 adjusted earnings per share to be approximately $1.00.
On The Prowl: Tata Seeking Overseas Acquisition
October 6, 2006 3:19 am | News | CommentsTata Group looking to buy leading European steelmaker.
Goodyear Keeping Plants Open During Strike
October 6, 2006 3:18 am | by Connie Mabin, Associated Press | News | CommentsTire company will use salaried workers, inventory and imports to continue business while 12,000 USW employees strike.
Goodyear & Keeping Plants Open During Strike
October 6, 2006 3:18 am | by Connie Mabin, Associated Press | Articles | CommentsTire company will use salaried workers, inventory and imports to continue business while 12,000 USW employees strike.
Hitachi Newest Name On Growing Recall List
October 6, 2006 2:46 am | by Carl Freire, Associated Press | News | CommentsCompany recalling 16,000 Sony-made laptop battery packs.
DOC Imposes Anti-Dumping Duties On Chinese Activated Carbon
October 6, 2006 2:42 am | by Anita LaFond, News Editor, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsTariffs, ranging from 14 percent to 228 percent, expected to bring about fair market prices.
