Manufacturing
Get the latest news on manufacturing companies, innovation, and economic impact across southeastern Wisconsin.
Briggs trims first quarter loss
Wauwatosa-based Briggs & Stratton Corp. reported a net loss of $5.2 million during its fiscal first quarter, a 35.7 percent improvement compared with its net loss of $8.1 million during last year’s fiscal first quarter.
Snap-On profits rise 45%
Snap-On Inc. is the latest Wisconsin manufacturer to post impressive third quarter results, as manufacturing remains one of the few strong spots in the economy.
TEMPO Milwaukee honors Harley for leadership
TEMPO Milwaukee recognized Harley-Davidson, Inc. Thursday for its resilient leadership that is guiding the company’s transformation for success in a changing world.
Sale of Electrical Products business propels A.O. Smith
A.O. Smith Corp. reported third quarter net earnings of $182.3 million, or $3.91 per share, up from $32.0 million, or 69 cents per share, in the same period a year ago.
Air Flow Technology expands filter production
Kenosha-based Air Flow Technology, a spraybooth filter manufacturer, has more than doubled the size of its facility.
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Private equity firm acquires Airsan
Cross Creek Partners, LLC, a private equity firm with a focus on manufacturing and distribution companies in the upper Midwest, has acquired Airsan Corp., a Milwaukee-based manufacturer of permanent filters.
Bostik to consolidate U.S. headquarters in Tosa
Bostik Inc. will consolidate its U.S. headquarters, administrative and research and development functions in Wauwatosa, creating 76 jobs by 2014.
Johnson Controls forecasts record year
Johnson Controls Inc. announced it expects to post record sales and earnings in fiscal 2012.
Harley opens new Latin American headquarters in Miami
Milwaukee-based Harley-Davidson Inc. announced the opening of a new permanent Latin America headquarters in Miami, Fla.
