Manufacturing
Get the latest news on manufacturing companies, innovation, and economic impact across southeastern Wisconsin.
Franklin manufacturer sells building for $2 million, expands
Meltric Corporation sold its 36,000 square foot building in the Franklin Business Park for $2 million to a Chinese...
Johnson Controls reportedly to acquire industrial battery manufacturer
Glendale-based Johnson Controls Inc. is discussing a potential purchase of Reading, Pa.-based industrial battery manufacturer EnerSys, according to a...
Quad/Graphics restructures leadership roles
Quad/Graphics Inc., the Sussex-based global provider of print and media solutions, has made changes to its organizational structure in a move to better serve the evolving needs of marketers and publishers.
Caterpillar to close its Oak Creek corporate office complex
Peoria, Ill.-based Caterpillar Inc. announced to its employees Monday that it plans to close its Oak Creek corporate office complex at 6744 S. Howell Ave. and move the 250 jobs there to South Milwaukee in the first half of 2016.
Baldwin calls for reauthorization of Export-Import Bank on Manufacturing Day
U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin on Friday visited Waukesha Metal Products, where she spoke of the importance of making a commitment to manufacturing.
Johnson Controls completes global air conditioning joint venture
Johnson Controls announced today it is immediately beginning operations of Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning, a global joint venture.
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Jockey enters the bedding market
Kenosha-based Jockey International Inc., known for men’s undergarments and women’s intimates, announced today a new licensing agreement with Pacific Coast Feather Company, a leading manufacturer of down and feather bedding based in Seattle.
Northlake Engineering acquired by N.H. firm
Bristol-based Northlake Engineering Inc. has been acquired by Salem, N.H.-based Standex International Corp.
WEDC to lead China business development trip
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. will lead a group of business executives on a trade venture to China from Jan. 8 to 16, 2016.
National report shows manufacturing slowdown
Following a recent report that showed further contraction in industry activity in the Milwaukee area, a national report released today also showed a slowdown.