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600 Tubing Bender
July 31, 2012 12:21 pm | by RIDGID | Product Releases | CommentsThe 600 Series Benders are capable of bending tubes 3/16- to 1/2-inches in diameter with bend radiuses ranging from 5/8-inch to 38 millimeters.
Diamond Flex-Hones
July 31, 2012 12:18 pm | by Brush Research Manufacturing | Product Releases | CommentsDiamond Flex-Hones have been engineered using resin bond diamond crystals that have high friability, resulting in a tool that is free cutting and able to provide a quick cut-rate and optimal finish.
MAX Comfort Gloves
July 31, 2012 12:16 pm | by Revco Industries | Product Releases | CommentsMAX Comfort, high-dexterity, gloves are the most comfortable gloves Revco has ever made for stick welding, and with advanced features these gloves are a marked departure from traditional styles, according to the company.
Labor Dept. Says No Need For Warning On Layoffs
July 31, 2012 10:36 am | by Sam Hananel, Associated Press | News | CommentsThe Labor Department said Monday that federal contractors do not have to warn their employees about potential layoffs from across-the-board budget cuts that could begin on Jan. 2.
Over 2,300 AL Firms Get Special Electric Rates
July 31, 2012 10:34 am | by Phillip Rawls, Associated Press | News | CommentsMore than 2,300 Alabama businesses are using special electric rates that a state regulatory board approved last year to encourage an economic recovery.
Court Reverses Worker's $300K Harassment Award
July 31, 2012 10:33 am | by Kevin McGill, Associated Press | News | CommentsJolly said it is not "the business of the federal courts generally to clean up the language and conduct of construction sites."
TN VW Workers To Put In 4 Weekly 10-Hour Shifts
July 31, 2012 10:30 am | by Erik Schelzig, Associated Press | News | CommentsThe expanded work force at Volkswagen's plant in Chattanooga has helped decide a new production schedule that calls for employees to work four 10-hour shifts a week.
TRW Subsidiary To Pay $5.1M Antitrust Fine
July 31, 2012 10:29 am | by The Associated Press | News | CommentsAutomotive supplier TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. said Monday that its German subsidiary will pay a fine of $5.1 million to settle antitrust violations with the U.S. Department of Justice.
U.S. Steel 2Q Net Income Cut In Half
July 31, 2012 10:27 am | by The Associated Press | News | CommentsUnited States Steel Corp. said Tuesday its second-quarter net income fell by more than half as slower global economic growth hurt demand in a number of its core markets.
Bones Made Of Titanium
July 31, 2012 8:41 am | by Tim Daro, Siemens | Articles | CommentsCNC-controlled high-tech machines support the prosthetics manufacturers, and permit high-quality products to be manufactured despite the continuing pressures of high cost.
Enhanced Workflow Technologies Allow Closer Management
July 31, 2012 8:40 am | by Mike Schmidt. Associate Editor, Manufacturing Business Technology | Blogs | CommentsA good technological solution can make a significant impact on business operations. A great technological solution can transform the way a company does business.
NE Governor Says Chinese Trade Trip Starts Well
July 30, 2012 2:28 pm | by The Associated Press | News | CommentsHeineman and officials from two Nebraska companies said Monday that several agreements between Chinese companies and Nebraska ones have already been signed.
Chrysler Group 2Q Income Reaches $436M
July 30, 2012 2:24 pm | by Chrysler Group | News | CommentsUnlike other U.S.-based automakers, Chrysler is benefiting from its reliance on the United States car market.
Safety Chief Defends Probe Of Toyota Acceleration
July 30, 2012 2:19 pm | by Tom Krisher, AP Auto Writer | News | CommentsThe government's top auto safety official is denying a U.S. senator's claim that his agency failed to thoroughly investigate unintended acceleration problems in Toyota cars and trucks.
Fragile European Economy Dampens CEOs' Outlook
July 30, 2012 2:18 pm | by Scott Mayerowitz, AP Business Writer | News | CommentsDeteriorating financial conditions in Europe are weighing down companies' profits. And hope of salvation from other regions — such as China, Brazil and the United States — is starting to dim as those economies weaken.
