Manufacturing
Get the latest news on manufacturing companies, innovation, and economic impact across southeastern Wisconsin.
Marcus Corp. adds Gehl to board
The Marcus Corp. announced it has added Katherine Gehl, president and chief executive officer of Germantown-based Gehl Foods Inc., to its board of directors.
New craft brewery planned in Waukesha
Startup craft brewer Raised Grain Brewing Company LLC plans to open a brewery and tasting room in a 2,480-square-foot space at 2244 W. Bluemound Road in Waukesha, according to plans submitted to the city.
Inpro acquires Buffalo manufacturer
Muskego-based Inpro Corp. has acquired Buffalo, N.Y.-based Fireline 520 LLC, one of the nation's premier designers and manufacturers of fire barriers for expansion joints.
S.C. Johnson buys former Diversey HQ for $27.6 million
Racine-based S.C. Johnson & Son Inc. recently closed on its purchase of the former Diversey Inc. corporate headquarters in Sturtevant for nearly $27.6 million, according to state records.
Kondex recognized as Pillar of the Industry
Lomira-based Kondex Corp. was recently honored with a Pillar of the Industry Award from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers for supporting its I Make America campaign.
Early bird registration for Manufacturing Matters! is Wednesday
Wednesday is the early bird registration deadline for the 2015 Manufacturing Matters! conference taking place Thursday, Feb. 26. The conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency hotel in downtown Milwaukee beginning at 7 a.m.
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Johnson Controls appoints new leaders
Glendale-based Johnson Controls Inc. recently announced the appointments of Joe Walicki as vice president and president of the company's Power Solutions business and Jeff Williams as vice president of enterprise operations and engineering. They were also both elected corporate officers by the company's board of directors.
Kleefisch to speak at Women in Manufacturing luncheon
The Women in Manufacturing Wisconsin Chapter is scheduled to host Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Rebecca Kleefisch for a luncheon on Monday, Jan. 26. WiM members and non-members are invited, and women from all levels of the manufacturing workforce are encouraged to attend.
Johnson Controls debuts innovations at North American International Auto Show
Glendale-based Johnson Controls Inc. is introducing several new innovations today at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, including a battery system that powers Advanced Start-Stop vehicles and seating solutions that enhance safety, comfort and storage.
Wisconsin Thermoset Molding acquires Rose Polymer
Milwaukee-based Wisconsin Thermoset Molding Inc. has acquired Rose Polymer Composites LLC, also of Milwaukee. Both are contract molding companies, with WTM focusing on electrical/power transmission and commercial construction and Rose Polymer specializing in oil/gas and mass transit.
