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Shop Management - Page 205
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Milwaukee Tool’s compact M18 RADIUS site light serves as two lights in one
- Feb 16, 2018
- Product Release
Milwaukee Tool has introduced the M18 RADIUS™ compact site light with flood mode. With 2,200 lumens of light output in area mode and 1,000 lumens of flood lighting, it serves as two lights in one to handle both large work areas and smaller task situations. The main body of the light provides 360...
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LIFT releases annual state reports on employment trends in lightweighting-related jobs
- Feb 15, 2018
- News Release
LIFT: Lightweight Innovations for Tomorrow has released its annual reports by state, highlighting employment trends in advanced manufacturing jobs related to lightweighting through 2017. Tennessee: Online job postings decreased throughout 2017, falling from 10,261 in Q1 to 8,053 in Q4. However,...
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Banker Wire to relocate Wisconsin manufacturing facility
- Feb 15, 2018
- News Release
Banker Wire, a manufacturer of woven and welded wire mesh for architectural and industrial applications, has announced plans to relocate its manufacturing operations to a new facility in Mukwonago, Wis. The 182,000-sq.-ft. plant will house all of the company’s employees and equipment, including a...
- From The Fabricator
Hamilton Laboratory Solutions to expand manufacturing capabilities
- Feb 14, 2018
- News Release
Hamilton Laboratory Solutions LLC, a manufacturer of laboratory furniture and fume hoods, has announced plans to expand its manufacturing footprint and capabilities at its facility in Manitowoc, Wis. The development includes an additional 25,000 sq. ft. to house sheet metal fabrication equipment...
- From The Fabricator
Pro-face Connect HMI service allows secure, remote machine access
- Feb 14, 2018
- Product Release
Pro-face America has released Pro-face Connect, a ready-to-use, embedded HMI service. It allows users to access machines remotely and securely from anywhere at any time for programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance. By adding the Link Manager license, users can expand their abilities to manage...
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FMA, TPA join 13 other associations to advise Trump against steel import restrictions
- Feb 13, 2018
- News Release
The Fabricators & Manufacturers Association Intl. and Tube & Pipe Association, both of Elgin, Ill., along with 13 other trade associations representing more than 30,000 U.S. steel-using manufacturers that employ 1 million American workers, have sent a letter to President Trump and other senior...
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University of Wisconsin-Green Bay announces lead gifts for region’s STEM vision
- Feb 13, 2018
- News Release
Following the University of Wisconsin (UW) System Board of Regents’ approval of a mechanical engineering program and other components of a university/community shared vision for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) at UW-Green Bay, the university and two community partners have...
- From The Fabricator
Windstar Motors introduces air engine technology vehicle
- Feb 13, 2018
- News Release
Houston-based Windstar Motors Inc. has announced the development of a zero-emissions vehicle to be introduced in the U.S. Initial target markets for the compressed-air vehicle include the U.S. Postal Service; all branches of the military; and all other federal, state, and local entities. Private...
- From The Fabricator
Midwest Stairs & Iron to expand in Wisconsin
- Feb 13, 2018
- News Release
Midwest Stairs & Iron Inc., a producer of stairs, balconies, and metal products, has announced plans to move its aluminum fabrication operations from a 23,800-sq.-ft. building to a 50,000-sq.-ft. building in Milwaukee. The company, which currently has about 70 employees, plans to hire 12 to 15 more...
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Kennametal named to ethical companies list for seventh consecutive year
- Feb 12, 2018
- News Release
Latrobe, Pa.-based Kennametal Inc. has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute as one of the 2018 World's Most Ethical Companies.
The company has been recognized seven consecutive years and is one of only two honorees in the machine tool and accessories industry.
- From The Fabricator
Lampin names longtime employee as president
- Feb 12, 2018
- News Release
Lampin Corp., Uxbridge, Mass., has named Robin LeClaire as president, succeeding Bill DiBenedetto, who retired in April 2017. LeClaire, one of the first full-time employees at Lampin, has worked for the company more than 31 years, gaining experience with nearly every level of its operations. The...
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Metal Innovations Inc. recertified by Women’s Business Enterprise National Council
- Feb 12, 2018
- News Release
Metal Innovations Inc., an FAA-certified Repair Station in Aurora, Ore., offering fixed and rotor wing repair, modification, maintenance, and parts manufacturing, has been recertified as a Women’s Business Enterprise by ASTRA, a regional certifying partner of the Women’s Business Enterprise...
- From The Fabricator
Union corruption and what should be done about it—Part I
- By Josh Welton
- Feb 12, 2018
- Blog Post
Union corruption is nothing new, but the extent of it can be mind-boggling. In this two-part series, welder and blogger Josh Welton shares his firsthand observations of corruption, thoughts on current investigations, and what can be done to eliminate the wrongdoing and preserve these entities.
- From The Fabricator
Manufacturing aid programs on the cutting block
- By Stephen Barlas
- Feb 9, 2018
- Blog Post
The Trump 2018 budget calls for some heavy increases in defense and health spending, which means certain programs at the Departments of Commerce and Energy may see funding cut. That means one Congressional favorite, the Manufacturing Extension Partnership, and a new endeavor, the Manufacturing Innovation Institutes, could be at risk.
- From The Fabricator
Special events at FMA’s Annual Meeting help industry colleagues develop, deepen connections
- Feb 9, 2018
- News Release
FMA’s Annual Meeting, March 7-9, 2018, in Scottsdale, Ariz., is a unique networking opportunity for the metal manufacturing community. Key stakeholders all gather in one place for two and a half days of conference programming that provide many chances for formal and informal networking. From...
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