Manufacturing
Get the latest news on manufacturing companies, innovation, and economic impact across southeastern Wisconsin.
Avoid failing big by starting small in China
China's emerging economy has big markets, and the developed world has big companies. A match made in heaven, but not in China.
Alliance Technology provides electronic solutions
When the Green Bay Packers set up on the sidelines at each of their games, they use rolling equipment cases made by Badger Case.
Harley’s new motorcycles will be made in Kansas City
The two new motorcycle models recently unveiled by Milwaukee-based Harley-Davidson Inc. will be manufactured at the company’s plant in Kansas City, Mo., according to a report by The Kansas City Star.
Harley unveils new Dark Custom motorcycles
Harley-Davidson Inc. on Monday revealed two new Dark Custom motorcycles designed for young urban riders around the world.
Briggs & Stratton launches new generator model
Milwaukee-based Briggs & Stratton Corp. unveiled its new 25-kilowatt, liquid-cooled standby generator, which is equipped with commercial-grade features and was designed with residential homes in mind.
California private equity firm acquires Allen Edmonds
Allen Edmonds Corp. has agreed to be acquired by an affiliate of Brentwood Associates, a Los Angeles-based private equity firm founded in 1972 with a track record of successful investments in growth-oriented consumer companies.
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Johnson Controls embarks on ‘next era’
Glendale-based Johnson Controls Inc. announced record fiscal fourth quarter net income and plans to explore strategic options for its Automotive Interiors business.
Modine reports strong quarter
Racine-based Modine Manufacturing Co. reported third quarter net earnings of $4.6 million, or 10 cents per share, compared with a net loss of $12.8 million, or 26 cents per share, in the same period a year ago.
Actuant finds buyer for Electrical Segment
Menomonee Falls-based Actuant Corp. announced it has reached a definitive agreement to sell its Electrical Segment to Sentinel Capital Partners for $258 million in cash, subject to working capital and other closing adjustments.
Caterpillar to shift work from Texas to South Milwaukee
Caterpillar Inc. has announced it will close its Kilgore, Texas, plant and move some of the work to South Milwaukee by the end of the year.
