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Douglas Dynamics records record quarter
Milwaukee-based Douglas Dynamics Inc. reported fourth quarter net income of $13 million, or 58 cents per share, up from $8.4 million, or 38 cents per share, in the fourth quarter of 2013.
Pension charge results in loss for Magnetek
Menomonee Falls-based Magnetek Inc. reported a fourth quarter net loss of $33.8 million, compared with net income of $373,000 in the fourth quarter of 2013.
Patrick Cudahy names new president
After a near 30-year run at Cudahy-based Patrick Cudahy LLC, Daniel Kapella has been promoted to president of the company.
ZBB invents battery that stores solar energy
Menomonee Falls-based ZBB Energy Corp., a developer of energy management systems solutions serving the utility, commercial and industrial building markets, announced the introduction of a breakthrough ZnBr flow battery specifically designed for behind-the-meter energy storage applications in the commercial and industrial building market.
Harley to lay off 169 in Kansas City
Milwaukee-based Harley-Davidson Inc. plans to lay off 169 employees at its Kansas City, Mo., plant beginning May 11, according to Kristen Cunningham, corporate reputation and communication manager. The layoffs are anticipated to continue through Sept. 30.
Mark Angelson rejoins Quad/Graphics’ board of directors
Sussex-based Quad/Graphics Inc. announced that print industry veteran Mark Angelson has rejoined its board of directors, expanding the size of its board from seven to eight directors.
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Johnson Controls wins 2014 General Motors Supplier of the Year and Overdrive awards
Glendale-based Johnson Controls Inc. recently received two awards from General Motors: the 2014 General Motors Supplier of the Year Award and the Overdrive Award.
Briggs & Stratton Commercial Power joins SmartEquip Network
Milwaukee-based Briggs & Stratton Commercial Power recently joined the SmartEquip Network to provide more efficient electronic parts and service support and procurement for rental companies and equipment fleet owners.
Generac launches smart backup power technologies
Waukesha-based Generac Power Systems Inc., a leading designer and manufacturer of backup power generators and engine-powered tools, announced it has launched two new technologies that make installing an automatic home backup generator easier and more affordable for homeowners.
Survey indicates positive outlook for U.S. manufacturing
According to the latest National Association of Manufacturers/IndustryWeek survey, 88.5 percent of manufacturers said that they were either somewhat or very optimistic about their own company's outlook.
