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Chicago Fed's National Activity Index Rebounds In June
July 26, 2006 2:54 am | News | CommentsThe Chicago Fed said Wednesday its CFNAI came in at 0.34 last month, up from -0.14 in May. The three-month moving average was 0.11 in June, the same as in May. (A reading above zero is associated with above-trend economic growth.)
Complex Manufacturers Face More Challenges As Globalization Expands
July 26, 2006 2:03 am | by Thomas R. Cutler | Articles | CommentsComplex manufacturers are facing increasing business and global requirements as reflected in the diversity of customers, suppliers and partners, according to the Complex Manufacturing Research Survey. The survey also concluded that additional remote locations and the need for improved 24/7 responsiveness have changed t
Key Reading On Health Of Germany's Economy Slips In July
July 26, 2006 1:41 am | News | CommentsWidely watched Ifo index pulls back after recent run-up.
GM's Second-Quarter Operating Profit Tops Expectations; Sales Jump 12 Percent
July 26, 2006 1:33 am | News | CommentsCompany also gets more aggressive in targeted cost cuts by the end of the year.
China Set To Be 3rd-Largest U.S. Export Market
July 26, 2006 1:30 am | by Christopher Bodeen, Associated Press | News | CommentsU.S. exports to China grew 36.5% from January to May 2006; will surpass Japan by end of year.
Cummins To Partner With Major Automotive Manufacturer To Produce Diesel Engines
July 26, 2006 1:29 am | News | CommentsCompany expects to add 600 jobs two years after product launch.
Cereplast Inc. Announces International Partnership With IraPlast Ltda Of Brazil
July 26, 2006 1:15 am | News | CommentsIraPlast will import Cereplast’s bio-based plastic products.
Boeing Posts Second-Quarter Loss On Big Charge; Commercial Airplane Business Performing Well
July 26, 2006 1:04 am | News | CommentsCharges stem from settlement with Justice Department over defense contracting.
New Study Will Examine Biodiesel Boom Effect On Crude Glycerin Market
July 26, 2006 1:03 am | News | CommentsOverabundance of natural glycerin, a byproduct of biodiesel process, is driving down prices of synthetic glycerin.
New Study Will Examine Biodiesel Boom Effect On Crude Glycerin Market
July 26, 2006 1:03 am | News | CommentsOverabundance of natural glycerin, a byproduct of biodiesel process, is driving down prices of synthetic glycerin.
EnerSys Acquires Chinese Battery Business
July 26, 2006 1:02 am | News | CommentsAcquisition will allow EnerSys to meet customer demands.
INCAT To Launch PLM Operations In India
July 26, 2006 1:00 am | News | CommentsCompany, acquired by Tata Technologies in 2005, will provide services for India's growing automotive and aerospace industries.
NIOSH Proposes New Emergency Air Packs For Underground Coal Mines
July 26, 2006 12:45 am | by Tim Huber, Associated Press | News | CommentsHybrid airpacks combine oxygen-generating devices and filter self-rescuers.
We're A Month Old: Tell Us What You Think
July 25, 2006 8:01 pm | Articles | CommentsWe all know the old saying, “Time flies when you’re …. trying to provide the manufacturing community with the most up-to-the-minute news affecting the industry.” OK, maybe that’s not quite how it goes, but the past month has gone quickly, partly because we’re having fun, and partly because there’s been so much w
Illinois, Texas Land Final Four Candidates For FutureGen Plant
July 25, 2006 9:13 am | News | CommentsFinal site expected to be picked by end of 2007.
ProLogis Acquires Industrial Space In Mexico For $238 Million
July 25, 2006 8:56 am | News | CommentsAcquisition makes the company one of Mexico's largest light manufacturers.
Alcoa Picks Bechtel For Feasibility Study Of Trinidad Smelter
July 25, 2006 8:34 am | News | CommentsCompany hopes to start construction by next year.
Robotic Ladling Can Lower Costs, Improve Quality
July 25, 2006 5:24 am | by Kevin Kozuszek | News | CommentsRobotic ladling applications are improving manufacturers’ efficiency in the casting market. With the inherent flexibility of robots, casting manufacturers can improve part integrity, safety, quality, and throughput, while reducing material and labor costs.
Machine Control Helps Job Shop Score High Production Marks
July 25, 2006 5:00 am | Articles | CommentsThrough its use of Index multi-spindle machining centers, one Florida job shop is continuing to score high marks with precision hydraulics, aerospace and defense sector customers. Model Screw Products in Clearwater is a 78-person, 42,000 sq. ft. facility, currently producing various hydraulic components for major OEMs
Richmond Fed Manufacturing Survey Shows Improvement With Shipments, New Orders On The Rise
July 25, 2006 3:05 am | News | CommentsFactory shipments, new orders on the rise, employment growth modest, bank says.
