Manufacturing
Get the latest news on manufacturing companies, innovation, and economic impact across southeastern Wisconsin.
Rexnord absorbs first quarter loss to pay debt
West Milwaukee-based Rexnord Corp. reported a net loss of $2.2 million for the first quarter of its fiscal year, down from net income of $11.2 million in the first quarter of the previous fiscal year. Net sales were up 4.4 percent to $497 million.
Generac earnings down 39%
Waukesha-based Generac Holdings Inc. reported Thursday that it had second quarter net income of $9.3 million, down 39 percent from 2011 second quarter net income of $15.3 million.
Glenn Rieder acquires San Diego company
Milwaukee-based Glenn Rieder Inc. announced that it has acquired San Diego-based Quality Cabinet and Fixture Company and its majority owned subsidiary, Quality Cabinets de Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V.
Milwaukee area manufacturing sector slips into decline
After three years of consistent growth, the Milwaukee region's manufacturing sector shifted into reverse in July, according to the Milwaukee ISM report by Marquette University.
Sink technology improves cleanliness in commercial restrooms
A restroom is one of the last places you might expect to see a major new innovation. But in a perfect example of how new technology permeates every part of our lives, Menomonee Falls-based Bradley Corp. has recently released its Advocate Lavatory System, a brand new, all-in-one, soap dispenser, sink and hand-drying unit for commercial bathrooms.
Grover Corp. seals the gaps
Piston rings are a relatively small part of an engine or machine, but they are crucial to its functionality....
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Allen-Bradley Clock turns 50
Rockwell Automation's Allen-Bradley Clock Tower will celebrate its 50th anniversary on Oct. 31. The Milwaukee landmark, nicknamed the Polish...
Generac earnings down 39%
Waukesha-based Generac Holdings Inc. reported Thursday that it had second quarter net income of $9.3 million, down 39 percent from 2011 second quarter net income of $15.3 million.
Made in the USA is cool again
Millions of U.S. jobs have been lost due to American businesses seeking lower cost alternatives to manufacture their goods in other countries. I understand the importance of allowing free trade, but this has gone way too far. Our economy has suffered greatly from it. As a businessman in the Milwaukee market, I want to do all I can to help, and that starts with pursuing ‘buy American’.
Modine completes Geofinity acquisition
Racine-based Modine Manufacturing Co. announced that it has completed the acquisition of Surrey, B.C.-based Geofinity Manufacturing. The terms of the deal were not disclosed.
