Numerous studies have revealed a peculiarity about our next-generation workforce. While they might have a positive perception of manufacturing, most would not consider careers in the industry.
LOUISVILLE, KY—GE Appliances, a Haier company, is investing $62 million to expand production at its Appliance Park manufacturing complex here. The investment is expected to create 260 new jobs as each of the three major assembly plants at the 750-acre complex ramp up to produce more washers, dryers, dishwashers and refrigerators.
WAUWATOSA, WI — Briggs & Stratton Corp. has entered into a supply agreement with Ingersoll Rand to power Club Car vehicles using Vanguard commercial lithium-ion battery packs.
AUSTIN, TX — Formaspace completed an initial order of 500 new ESD workbenches to be sent to the General Motors manufacturing facility in Kokomo, Indiana.
GUELPH, Canada — Danby, a Canadian appliance manufacturer, is retooling its production lines to make full-service ventilators and a second device that allows bag valve masks to operate mechanically in an emergency situation.
With so many ways to formulate plastic to get just the right combination of color, texture, strength and durability, it’s easy to forget how the parts will be assembled. However, if the parts will be assembled with screws, overlooking such parameters as thread style, driver speed and boss design could spell disaster on the assembly line.
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.