Manufacturing
Get the latest news on manufacturing companies, innovation, and economic impact across southeastern Wisconsin.
Sensient revenue declines on strong dollar
Milwaukee-based color and flavor manufacturer Sensient Technologies Corp. has reported second quarter net income of $29.5 million, or 63 cents per share, up from $29.1 million, or 59 cents per share, in the second quarter of 2014.
A.O. Smith reports record revenue on higher prices, China demand
Milwaukee-based water heater manufacturer A.O. Smith Corp. today reported second quarter net income of $71.1 million, or 79 cents per share, up from $57.3 million, or 63 cents per share, in the second quarter of 2014.
Harley reports lackluster quarter on lower demand, higher competition
Milwaukee-based motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson Inc. today reported second quarter net income of $299.8 million, or $1.44 per share, down from $354.2 million, or $1.62 per share, in the second quarter of 2014.
Grafton to consider grant for Kapco expansion
The Grafton Village Board today will consider a cash grant development agreement of up to $150,000 to aid in the expansion of Kapco Inc.'s facility.
Best Practices: Five tips for effectively implementing new manufacturing technology
After months of inconsistent demand, North American manufacturers may soon get help from federal regulators.
Pabst to return to former Milwaukee brewery
Pabst Brewing Co. will return to where it began with plans to open a small brewery, tasting room, restaurant and bar at the former Pabst Brewery complex in downtown Milwaukee.
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ZBB Energy names new CEO
Menomonee Falls-based ZBB Energy Corp. recently announced that Bradley Hansen has been appointed to the position of chief executive officer and president. Former CEO Eric Apfelbach, who had served in the role since 2010, will become the vice chairman of the board.
JACQUET Midwest of Racine installs 5-axis waterjet cutting services
JACQUET Midwest has installed a dual head 5-axis Jet Edge EDGE X-5 waterjet cutting system at its Racine metal processing facility.
Johnson Outdoors receives favorable ITC ruling against Garmin
An administrative law judge from the International Trade Commission recently determined that technology company Garmin International Inc. violated section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 by importing and selling SideVü sonars, which the judge found infringe a Racine-based Johnson Outdoors Inc. side scan sonar patent used in certain Humminbird fishfinders.
Finalists to compete in local kitchen entrepreneur challenge
From casserole delivery to malt vinegars fermented with craft beers, this year’s top food business concepts for the Hottest Kitchen Entrepreneur Challenge are all about adding a new twist to classic flavors.
