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Toyota's Pain Means Big Breaks For Big 3
March 2, 2010 10:21 am | by Dan Strumpf and Dee-Ann Durbin, AP Auto Writers | News | CommentsDETROIT (AP) — Toyota's pain is its rivals' gain. All major automakers but Toyota reported higher U.S. sales in February, and most took customers from their powerful Japanese competitor, which has been struggling with a series of massive safety recalls. Toyota Motor Corp. said its U.
Mountz, Inc. Acquires Mr. Metric Fastener Lines
March 2, 2010 8:49 am | News | CommentsSan Jose, Calif. — Mountz, Inc. acquired all assets of Mr. Metric, Inc, a fastener importer and distributor located in San Jose, CA. The value of the deal was not disclosed. Mr. Metric will serve as the flagship brand name for all Mountz fastener products. Fastener products will be integrated into the Mountz logistics system and sold under the strong Mr.
Straightening Global Automotive’s Backbone
March 2, 2010 8:24 am | by Daniel P. Malone, Attorney, Dykema | Articles | CommentsHere’s the problem. Most nations still have their own unique automotive safety and environmental regulations. As a result of this regulatory diversity, a hot-selling car in one market cannot simply be sold in other markets; and a car certified as having met all regulations in, say the United States, cannot obtain approval for sale in other nations without first incurring substantial, additional costs.
Preemptive Disaster Planning
March 2, 2010 8:19 am | by Allen Melton and Jason Trahan | Articles | CommentsHow would your company respond if your manufacturing plant were flooded? Or hit by a tornado? Or damaged by fire? Your likely response would be to discuss your company's business continuity plan (BCP) for these events … but what about the financial recovery? Many large food manufacturers have business continuity plans that detail procedures for ensuring employee safety, salvaging supplies and inventory and restoring operations should disaster strike.
GM Won't Reopen Plants, Citing Expense
March 2, 2010 8:03 am | News | CommentsDETROIT (AP) — General Motors Co. will not reopen any factories, even though it has shortages of several new models, the company's top sales executive said Tuesday. Vice President of Sales Susan Docherty told reporters on a conference call that GM needs to use its current factories to the maximum rather than taking the expensive step of reopening a closed plant.
Feds Consider Brake Overrides In All New Cars
March 2, 2010 7:03 am | by Ken Thomas and Stephen Manning, Associated Press Writers | News | CommentsWASHINGTON (AP) — Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said Tuesday his agency may recommend that all new vehicles sold in the U.S. be equipped with brakes that can override the gas pedal. The idea seemed to be gaining support among lawmakers as Toyota officials returned for a third hearing on lethal safety defects.
Access Control For You And 300 Friends
March 2, 2010 6:56 am | Product Releases | CommentsKaba Access Control (Winston-Salem, NC) announces that its E-Plex 5800 Series FIPS 201 Locks and Stand-Alone Access Controllers (SAC) are now the only standalone products that are GSA-approved. The E-Plex 5800 series offers multiple levels of security based on their access control needs, and works with TWIC, PIV, CAC NG, FRAC, and other FIPS 201 interoperable credentials.
Keep The Corrosives Safe
March 2, 2010 6:56 am | Product Releases | CommentsA full line of corrosion- and chemical-resistant tanks and containers are now available from Assmann Corporation (Garrett, IN). The tanks are made from high-density crosslink or FDA-compliant linear polyethylene and can be used to store or transport corrosive and hazardous materials.
Please, Continue Engine-Braking
March 2, 2010 6:55 am | Product Releases | CommentsWarner Electric (Rockford, IL) introduces a new heavy duty Gen2 electromagnetic packaged clutch/brake UniModule for use in conveyor applications. The Gen2 modules feature two significant design modifications: first, larger bearings provide a dynamic load capability increase of 47 percent.
Silicone: The Magical Adhesive
March 2, 2010 6:53 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe Dampney Company (Everett, MA) is a one-part, room temperature vulcanizing (RTV) silicone adhesive/sealant for high temperature industrial applications. The Thurmalox 2655 is 100 percent silicone rubber and cures to a tough, elastomeric sealant at room temperature while retaining permanent flexibility -80°F to 550°F.
China Plans 'Clean Energy' Overhaul Over 10 Years
March 2, 2010 5:43 am | News | CommentsSHANGHAI (AP) — China plans to have "clean energy" account for 15 percent of its total consumption under a 10-year renewable energy promotion program soon to be made public, a state-run newspaper cites the head of the country's National Energy Administration as saying. The government will spend billions of dollars on building nuclear and solar power plants, wind farms and on research into renewable energy technology, Zhang Guobao said in Tuesday's edition of the China Daily.
IBM Cuts 1,500 Nationwide, Mum On Details
March 2, 2010 5:07 am | News | CommentsSAN FRANCISCO (AP) — IBM Corp. cut more than 1,500 jobs across a number of divisions Monday, a sliver of the technology company's nearly 400,000 workers worldwide. IBM wouldn't comment. Documents submitted by laid-off workers to the Alliance(at)IBM, a labor union representing a small percentage of IBM employees, indicate that at least 1,518 jobs were cut.
DuPont Restarts Production At Idled Plant After Death
March 2, 2010 4:45 am | News | CommentsBELLE, W.Va. (AP) — DuPont says it's begun restarting its idled chemical plant in Belle. The company halted operations last month after a series of leaks, including one that led to the death of a worker. Spokesman Roger Hess said Tuesday most units that weren't involved in the leaks have been restarted.
BAE Systems Guilty Of Conspiracy, Gets $400 Million Fine
March 2, 2010 3:36 am | by Pete Yost, Associated Press Writer | News | CommentsWASHINGTON (AP) — Defense company BAE Systems PLC pleaded guilty to conspiracy on Monday and a judge imposed a $400 million fine, among the largest in the Justice Department's efforts to combat overseas corruption in international business. The defense contractor knowingly failed to ensure compliance with legal prohibitions on foreign bribery.
GM Recalls 1.3 Million Compacts For Failed Steering
March 2, 2010 3:23 am | News | CommentsDETROIT (AP) — General Motors Co. is recalling 1.3 million Chevrolet and Pontiac compact cars sold in the U.S., Canada and Mexico to fix power steering motors that can fail. The recall affects 2005 to 2010 Chevrolet Cobalts, 2007 to 2010 Pontiac G5s, 2005 and 2006 Pontiac Pursuits sold in Canada and 2005 and 2006 Pontiac G4s sold in Mexico.
