Manufacturing
Get the latest news on manufacturing companies, innovation, and economic impact across southeastern Wisconsin.
Generac to add 400 jobs in Wisconsin
Waukesha-based Generac Power Systems announced that it plans to create more than 400 jobs over the next year.
Rockwell caps record fiscal year
Milwaukee-based Rockwell Automation Inc. capped a record fiscal year with a strong fourth quarter.
Talent mismatch event connects employers, resources
The Granville-Brown Deer Chamber hosted the second of its six-session Next Generation Manufacturing Series on Thursday at the Wisconsin Country Club.
Earnings dip at Oshkosh Corp.
Oshkosh Corp. reported fiscal fourth quarter net income of $38.0 million, or 41 cents per share, down from $116.6 million, or $1.28 per share, in the same period a year ago.
Residential generator sales propel Generac
Generac Holdings Inc. reported third quarter net income of $37.4 million, or 55 cents per share, up from $23.0 million, or 34 cents per share, in the same period a year ago.
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Beer sales decline at MillerCoors
SABMiller plc and Molson Coors Brewing Company reported that MillerCoors LLC’s third quarter underlying net income, excluding special items, decreased 14.1 percent to $286.9 million vs. the third quarter of 2010, driven by a weak economy, low consumer spending and commodity inflation.
Super Steel promotes Smith to president
Milwaukee-based Super Steel LLC announced that Dirk Smith has been appointed as president and chief operating officer.
Briggs acquires manufacturer in India
Briggs & Stratton Corp. has acquired Premier Power Equipments and Products Private Ltd. of Tamil Nadu, India, for approximately $3 million in cash, subject to adjustments.
Magnetek stock gains extension for stock listing
Menomonee Falls-based Magnetek Inc. announced that the New York Stock Exchange has accepted the company's proposed plan for continued listing on the NYSE.
