Manufacturing
Get the latest news on manufacturing companies, innovation, and economic impact across southeastern Wisconsin.
Family-Owned Business of the Year: Super Steel LLC
When Fred Luber watched a company he spent 40 years of his career investing in and building fall victim to the Great Recession, the former business owner, at the age of 85, made a bold decision with his son, Paul, to take back the helm.
Steel of a deal in China
Rio Tinto is a massive Anglo-Australian mining conglomerate that spans the globe. Its 71,000 employees are spread over seven core businesses, operating in 25 countries and selling products around the world.
Overcoming all obstacles
As an obstacle course competitor, David Mitchell not only has to worry about pacing himself and staying hydrated on race days, but he also has to tolerate electric shocks charged with 10,000 volts as well as wade through ice baths and scale walls at least 10 feet tall.
Res gets Tesla boost
Res Manufacturing Co.
7801 N. 73rd St., Milwaukee
Industry: Metal stamping and subassembly
Employees: 120
www.resmfg.com
Fish fry revamp is gamble for Klisch
For years, Lakefront Brewery Inc. has been the site of one of Milwaukee's most popular Friday night fish fries.
Doheny takes over at Joy Global
Edward Doheny II has been elected president and chief executive officer of Milwaukee-based mining equipment manufacturer Joy Global Inc., following a previously announced succession plan.
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Port volume higher in 2013
The Port of Milwaukee experienced higher cargo volume in 2013, with an expected total of 2.7 million metric tons, up from 2012’s 2 million tons.
Miller Lite goes retro with original can
Miller Lite, the beer that launched the light beer category, will bring back its original Lite can design, beginning Jan. 1.
Wisconsin Oven Corp. to expand in East Troy
Wisconsin Oven Corp., celebrating its 40 year anniversary, announced record shipments, record growth and plans for a new 29,000-square-foot addition to its plant in East Troy.
Sartori to expand Wisconsin cheese plants
The Sartori Co., a family-owned cheese company, announced that it will invest $14 million to expand and renovate its plants in Antigo and Plymouth.
