Manufacturing
Get the latest news on manufacturing companies, innovation, and economic impact across southeastern Wisconsin.
Three opportunities created by COVID-19 for manufacturers
Manufacturers saw their share of challenges from the coronavirus pandemic. From new health concerns to demand changes to scrambled...
Automation is growing amid COVID-19, but not necessarily because of it
Automation and robotics have been a growing part of the manufacturing sector for years and it would only seem...
Strauss Brands’ proposed new meat processing facility endorsed by Franklin city panel
Strauss Brands LLC's proposed 152,000-square-foot meat processing facility received the endorsement of the Franklin Plan Commission this week, leaving just one city approval left before construction can move forward.
Amazon expands its presence in southeastern Wisconsin
Annual revenues of more than $280 billion make clear that Amazon is an e-commerce giant, but it’s the online...
Five Wisconsin companies selected to sell products at Walmart stores, e-commerce sites
Five Wisconsin-based companies will soon begin selling their products at Walmart and Sam's Clubs stores and e-commerce sites as part of Walmart Inc.'s seventh annual 'Open Call' supplier program.
Viewpoints: We must prioritize diversity, equity and inclusion in manufacturing careers
George Floyd’s murder, along with countless other racially-charged acts of violence against Black Americans, has brought racial injustice and systemic racism to the forefront across the world. Business leaders are also examining the experience that employees have inside their organizations, and developing an understanding of where they are falling short, and how they must do better.
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Wisconsin export decline slowed in August, now down 9% this year
Wisconsin companies exported almost $1.77 billion in goods in August, a 2.4% decline from the same time in 2019, according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Krones consolidating W.M. Sprinkman production in Elroy
Franklin-based Krones Inc. plans to consolidate the production capabilities of W.M. Sprinkman at the company’s Elroy, Wisconsin facility as part of the launch of its new Krones Process Group North America.
As Generac expands, CEO Aaron Jagdfeld sees similarities in software and manufacturing
At its core, Waukesha-based Generac Power Systems is a manufacturing company. Raw materials and components come in to its plants and finished products go out.
Generac buying Enbala Power Networks to expand energy technology offering
Waukesha-based Generac Holdings Inc. plans to acquire Denver-based Enbala Power Networks Inc. in a deal that will help the company expand its energy technology offerings.