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Financing For Your New Project Can Be As Near As Local Economic Development Agency
August 21, 2006 5:11 am | by Joseph Carlucci and Robert Schneider | News | CommentsTypical bank construction loan rates are now at, or near, the prime rate of 8.5 percent, but manufacturers such as Interplex Nascal in California, and others across the county, are financing new facilities at interest rates of about 3.8 percent. What’s their secret?
Ferro Unloading Its Specialty Plastics Division
August 21, 2006 4:55 am | by Tom Granahan, Editor-In-Chief, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsTerms of sale to private equity firm Wind Point Partners not disclosed. Unit did $275 million sales in 2005.
Huber Pushing Up Prices On Kaolin Clay
August 21, 2006 4:41 am | by Manufacturing.net Staff | News | CommentsIncreases, which in some cases will be significant, take effect in October.
USDA, FDA Say Genetically-Engineered Rice Traces Pose No Threat
August 21, 2006 3:38 am | by Anita LaFond, News Editor, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsBayer CropScience cooperating with government agencies to determine if violations occurred.
That Was No Breeze: U.S. Wind Power Tops 10,000 MW, But Opposition Remains
August 21, 2006 3:21 am | by Tom Granahan, Editor-In-Chief, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsThe American Wind Energy Association said recently that U.S. wind energy installations now exceed 10,000 megawatts in generating capacity, producing enough electricity on a typical day to power the equivalent of over 2.5 million homes.
Oil Prices Turn For The Better
August 21, 2006 3:20 am | by Andrea Lyn Van Benschoten, Web Editor, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsTwo weeks after the Prudhoe Bay leak had manufacturers staring at surging oil prices, the market has calmed down. It's fragile relief, but it is relief.
Possible IPO For One Of China’s Major Power Distributors
August 21, 2006 3:09 am | News | CommentsState Grid Corp. planning to sell power generation assets worth over $1.2 billion this year.
Possible IPO For One Of China 's Major Power Distributors
August 21, 2006 3:09 am | News | CommentsState Grid Corp. planning to sell power generation assets worth over $1.2 billion this year.
India Sets Up 10 Manufacturing Zones To Spur Growth
August 21, 2006 2:52 am | by Amy Radishofski, Staff Reporter, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsAims for a 12 percent growth annually in manufacturing.
Asia's Manufacturing Sector Reaps Top Foreign Investment Dollars In 2005
August 21, 2006 2:37 am | News | CommentsSoutheast Asian group reports total foreign investment grew to record 48% in 2005; but still behind China
New Ethanol Plant For Kankakee, Illinois
August 21, 2006 2:30 am | by Anita LaFond, News Editor, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsFacility will produce 110 million gallons annually, provide jobs for 45 to 55 people.
Ford Probably Not Done With Job Cuts, Plant Closings
August 21, 2006 1:38 am | News | CommentsAnalysts say details to be unveiled next month could include more downsizing.
Update: Boeing To Halt C-17 Production
August 18, 2006 5:25 am | News | CommentsAbout 5,500 Boeing jobs and 25,000 workers nationwide will be affected as a result.
Strong Volume, Pricing Boost Praxair 's July Sales
August 18, 2006 4:28 am | by Tom Granahan, Editor-In-Chief, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsConsolidated sales up 11 percent, while North America sales improve by 9 percent.
When Going Lean, Don't Forget Sales And Marketing
August 18, 2006 2:52 am | by Thomas R. Cutler | Articles | CommentsA customer-centric focus is the critical success factor for a customer relationship management (CRM) payback. While many manufacturers have effectively utilized a myriad of lean technologies, there is significant confusion about how to translate these lean techniques to the sales and marketing divisions of the enterprise.
Ford Slashes Fourth-Quarter Production As Part Of Accelerated Turnaround
August 18, 2006 2:26 am | by Tom Granahan, Editor-In-Chief, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsFull details of plan will be announced next month.
Tough Times For Beef Processors; Tyson Closing Another Plant
August 18, 2006 1:45 am | by Tom Granahan, Editor-In-Chief, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsTyson Foods late Thursday said it will consolidate its beef plants in the Pacific Northwest as part of a comprehensive plan to operate its fresh meats business more efficiently.
China Again Stepping Up Efforts To Cool Off Economy
August 18, 2006 1:39 am | News | CommentsRaises rates for second time in recent months, trying to relax hyper growth.
Apple Says No Forced Labor At China iPod Plant
August 18, 2006 1:15 am | by Amy Radishofski, Staff Reporter, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsInvestigation showed no forced labor violations, but weekly work hour limit was often exceeded and pay structure is too complex.
Apple Says No Forced Labor At China iPod Plant
August 18, 2006 1:15 am | by Amy Radishofski, Staff Reporter, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsInvestigation showed no forced labor violations, but weekly work hour limit was often exceeded and pay structure is too complex.
