Manufacturing
Get the latest news on manufacturing companies, innovation, and economic impact across southeastern Wisconsin.
Volunteer to be a lifelong learner
Volunteerism can help business leaders gain valuable learning and critical thinking skills, according to Gary Meier, president of Metalworld Inc. in Racine, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. The company, formerly known as Racine Boiler and Tank, fabricates a wide variety of metal products.
Shutdown was embarrassing on the world stage
Business is about opportunity for profit, but opportunities in today's global economy depend on policies, perceptions and power.
American Roller keeps manufacturers spinning
Rollers are used to manufacture products you use every day, like toilet paper, aluminum foil and the film technology used in some electronics.
Bemis reports solid quarter
Neenah-based Bemis Company Inc. today reported third quarter net income of $54.0 million, or 52 cents per share, up from $47.4 million, or 45 cents per share, in the same period a year ago.
Rexnord reports quarterly loss
Milwaukee-based Rexnord Corp. today reported a fiscal second quarter net loss of $52.5 million, or 54 cents per share, compared with a net income of $19.2 million, or 19 cents per share, in the same period a year ago.
Generac sales soar
Generac Holdings Inc., a Waukesha-based designer and manufacturer of generators and other engine-powered products, reported third quarter net income of $47.1 million, or 67 cents per share, up from $25.5 million, or 37 cents per share, in the same period a year ago.
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Campione buys former CSM Bakery Products building in Oak Creek
Oak Creek-based Joseph Campione Inc., a manufacturer of Italian bread products, recently purchased the former CSM Bakery Products plant at 7350 S. 10th St. in Oak Creek for $1.5 million, according to state records.
Caterpillar downgrades outlook as mining industry sputters
Facing a global commodity glut with no end in sight, Caterpillar Inc. today announced that its third-quarter earnings plunged 44 percent and it cut its economic forecast again.
Report says Allen Edmonds may be takeover target
Men’s Wearhouse Inc. is attempting to acquire Port Washington-based Allen Edmonds Shoe Corp., according to a Wall Street Journal report.
A.O. Smith benefits from solid sales growth
A.O. Smith Corp. today reported third quarter net earnings of $46.2 million, or 50 cents per share, up from $36 million, or 40 cents per share, at the same time a year ago.
