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Articles Tagged with ''coronavirus''

Pandemic Disrupts U.S. Manufacturing

At best, the pandemic has been an inconvenience. At worst, it has led to part shortages and plant shutdowns
John Sprovieri
April 2, 2020

How quickly things change. On March 1, I was one of 15,000 people watching the Chicago Cubs play a spring training game at a ballpark in Mesa, AZ. It was warm and sunny, the beer was cold, and I had not a care in the world.


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Indiana-Based Primex Plastics Producing Materials for PPE

April 1, 2020
RICHMOND, IN — Primex Plastics Corporation has dedicated its three divisions to producing vital materials for first responders and medical professionals in New Jersey and Indiana.
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La-Z-Boy stays agile with lean foundation

La-Z-Boy Announces Temporary Closure of U.S. Manufacturing Facilities

April 1, 2020
MONROE, MI —La-Z-Boy has announced a temporary closure of its U.S. manufacturing facilities, company-owned stores and regional distribution centers.
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Cummins Shifting Work, Reducing Hours for Employees

March 30, 2020
SEYMOUR, IN –Cummins Inc. has announced it will change shift patterns and reduce hours for employees at three local manufacturing facilities due to the statewide stay-at-home order.
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Steelcase to Supply Personal Protective Equipment to Healthcare Workers

March 30, 2020
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Steelcase joins a collaborative effort to rapidly design, manufacture and deploy healthcare resources at scale.
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Integrator Expertise is Twice as Nice for Chrysler Windsor

Fiat Chrysler Expands Relief Action Programs

March 27, 2020
AUBURN HILLS, MI — Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) is expanding its program of measures to support the coronavirus relief efforts.
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Ventilator Production Surges at Medtronic

March 26, 2020
MINNEAPOLIS—To address the global COVID-19 pandemic, Medtronic Inc. has increased ventilator production at its factories.
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Trane Plant Closed Due to Employee Testing Positive for COVID-19

March 26, 2020
TYLER, TX — Trane manufacturing plant in Tyler has closed their location for deep cleaning of workstations and common areas after an employee tested positive for the coronavirus.
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U.S. Electrical Trade Associations Ensure Essential Businesses Operate

March 26, 2020
ROSSLYN, VA—The leading trade associations representing America’s electrical supply chain united to ensure that lawmakers at the state and local levels keep the power on for everyone as they make decisions related to the current COVID-19 health crisis.
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Electronics Manufacturers Feel Impact of Coronavirus Disruptions

March 26, 2020
BANNOCKBURN, IL—Electronics manufacturers are feeling the impact of the coronavirus on their businesses, according to a recent survey conducted by IPC.
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