Manufacturing

Get the latest news on manufacturing companies, innovation, and economic impact across southeastern Wisconsin.

Johnson Controls to host Green Jobs Day

Johnson Controls will host a Green Jobs Day event on Friday, July 27, at 8 a.m. at the company’s headquarters, 5757 N. Green Bay Ave. in Glendale.

WMEP appoints new board members

The Wisconsin Manufacturing Extension Partnership has announced several new leaders on its board of directors.

Actuant acquires CrossControl

Actuant, a global diversified industrial company based in Menomonee Falls, has acquired CrossControl AB, an advanced electronic solution provider based in Alfta, Sweden.

Harley introduces ‘air conditioned’ vest

Harley-Davidson Inc. has introduced a new hydration vest that is designed to keep motorcycle riders cool while on the road.

Badger Meter faces short-term obstacles

Milwaukee-based Badger Meter Inc. reported second quarter net earnings of $7.4 million, down from $7.8 million a year ago.

Sensient reports record quarter

Milwaukee-based Sensient Technologies Corp. today reported record quarterly d earnings per share of 70 cents in the second quarter, up from 67 cents a year ago.

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Foreign investments to boost Buell motorcycle production

Erik Buell Racing LLC of East Troy will receive $20 million in new investments that will help the company expand production of EBR brand sport motorcycles and create about 200 new jobs.

Snap-on reports robust quarter

Kenosha-based Snap-on Inc. today reported second quarter net earnings of $76.4 million, or $1.30 per diluted share, up from $66.9 million, or $1.14 per share, excluding an $18.0 million arbitration gain a year ago.