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Squeaky Clean With Hotsy
September 2, 2009 12:24 pm | Articles | CommentsHotsy's integrated wash bay systems are simple, intuitive, and will help save time at any facility that cleans trucks or other heavy equipment. Featuring a remote control box to control each function of the washer, users won't have to constantly walk back and worth — while wasting water and time — to turn the machine on and off.
"Don't Walk On By"
September 2, 2009 12:21 pm | Articles | CommentsIf you're the type to just "walk on by" the plant safety hazards that seem to be unimportant at first glance, then maybe this music video is for you.
Laid Off Bobcat Employees 'Unhirable' In 50s
September 2, 2009 10:20 am | by James MacPherson, Associated Press Writer | News | CommentsBISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Bobcat Co., which makes small loaders and light construction equipment, announced Wednesday its Bismarck plant will be closed permanently and the bulk of the 475 jobs shifted to its plant in Gwinner in southeastern North Dakota. Union officials say laid-off workers in Gwinner will have first shot at the positions.
Maysteel To Close WI Factory, Cut 165 Jobs
September 2, 2009 4:31 am | News | CommentsMENOMONEE FALLS, Wis. (AP) — Maysteel says it will close one of its Menomonee Falls factories, eliminating 165 jobs and relocating another 25. The Menomonee Falls, Wis.-based company makes electric power parts. The company said Tuesday it will close the local plant by the end of the year.
France Threatens Blacklist Of U.S. Electronics Manufacturer
September 2, 2009 4:27 am | News | CommentsPARIS (AP) — A French minister on Wednesday threatened to ask French automakers to blacklist an American electronics company if managers don't find a way to keep its French plant open. Industry Minister Christian Estrosi has been trying to broker a deal with executives of Illinois-based Molex Inc.
Pfizer To Pay Record $2.3b Settlement
September 2, 2009 4:21 am | News | CommentsWASHINGTON (AP) — People familiar with a record legal settlement to be announced Wednesday say that Pfizer Inc., the world's largest drugmaker, will pay $2.3 billion in connection with illegal drug promotions. The U.S. Justice Department plans a news conference later in the day to announce the terms of the deal.
Factory Orders Rise 1.3 Percent In July
September 2, 2009 4:16 am | by Christopher S. Rugaber, AP Economics Writer | News | CommentsWASHINGTON (AP) — Orders to U.S. factories rose less than expected in July as reduced demand for petroleum products offset a jump in orders for aircraft and other transportation goods. Still, orders rose for the fifth time in six months, a sign that the manufacturing sector is continuing to recover from a steep downturn.
Ex-Toyota Lawyer Files Lawsuit Over Cover-Up
September 2, 2009 4:11 am | News | CommentsLOS ANGELES, Sept. 1 (Kyodo) — A former lawyer of Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A. Inc. filed a lawsuit against the company in late July, alleging he was pressured to conceal information from victims of rollover accidents involving sport utility vehicles and trucks, U.S. media reported Tuesday. In the lawsuit, Dimitrios Biller accused the U.
Interoffice Email Crisis: 2009
September 1, 2009 12:05 pm | by by David Mantey, Editor, PD&D | Blogs | Comments“Now I know my pet carrier didn’t just grow legs and walk out of the office itself. I understand if you mistook it for your own, but if the culprit would stop by my desk to drop it off this afternoon, Crash and Burn would certainly appreciate it. For the record, Crash and Burn are kittens.
Roll Out The Cable
September 1, 2009 11:53 am | Product Releases | Commentsigus (East Providence, RI) has developed the Rol-E-Chain cable carriers, which have built-in wheels to facilitate travel over long distances, such as on a crane. The wheels are integrated into the cable carrier’s side links to reduce friction, which allows travels over 2,600 feet at speeds up to 32.
Laser System Sensors
September 1, 2009 11:53 am | Product Releases | CommentsSICK (Minneapolis, MN) announces the LMS100 and LMS111 series of non-safety rated laser measurement system sensors. The LMS111 system is a non-contact sensor specifically designed for outdoor anti-collision environments, while the LMS100 is designed for indoor profiling.
Powder-Coated and Impact-Resistant
September 1, 2009 11:52 am | Product Releases | CommentsMartin Tool & Forge (Fort Worth, TX) has added powder coated handles to its line of broached crank handles. The black epoxy powder coating offers an improved appearance over a basic mill finish, and is impact, abrasion, and chemical resistant. The 11 stock sizes are available with square bores from 1/2 to 1”.
Versatile Shoe Pump
September 1, 2009 11:51 am | Product Releases | CommentsMegator (Pittsburgh, PA) introduces the Positive Displacement Sliding Shoe Pump, which is self-priming, and features exceptional suction performance and versatility. The pump can run dry without damage, but also pumps at constant capacity against carrying heads up to 250 feet (110 psi).
Mergers, Acquisitions & Free Cable
September 1, 2009 11:36 am | by by Luke Simpson, Associate Editor, Chem.Info | Blogs | CommentsAfter dinner on Friday night I found that our cable TV had been disconnected. When I called my cable provider to report the problem, I was told that they would send someone out on Sunday afternoon — would I prefer they came between 1 and 5 p.m. or between 3 and 5 p.
1,200-Worker Automotive Plant Closing In AL
September 1, 2009 9:56 am | News | CommentsHUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) — Continental Automotive Systems U.S. says it will close its automotive parts plant in Huntsville by Dec. 31 next year, laying off more than 1,000 workers. Monday's announcement comes a month after Continental warned that cutting costs in product development and manufacturing were necessary to save the company.
