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Kia Recalls 35,000 Cars in U.S.
03 Sep 2010 17:39
Faulty wiring that could cause fires Read more…
U.S. Workers Still the Most Productive, Says President Obama
03 Sep 2010 17:23
Calls on Congress to pass small business jobs bill Read more…
Food Processing Company Completes Upgrade to China Pork Plant
03 Sep 2010 16:34
Firm invested $6.6 million in expansion project. Read more…
Put Some 'Real Teeth behind Made in America Policy' Says Industry Group
03 Sep 2010 15:29
'Congress and the Administration should avoid gimmicks like rebate checks for taxpayers that will likely result in increased purchases of imported consumer goods,' said The Alliance for American Manufacturing. Read more…
IW 50 Best: Idexx Laboratories' Value Proposition
03 Sep 2010 14:25
By helping its customers deliver a 'higher standard of care,' the manufacturer of veterinary instruments has kept its top line healthy. Read more…
U.S. Unemployment Jumps to 9.6%
03 Sep 2010 14:08
Economy lost 54,000 jobs in August Read more…
BP Oil Spill Costs Surge to $8 Billion
03 Sep 2010 13:51
The latest figure compares with the previous estimate of $6.1 billion that was given last month. Read more…
Walkman Outsells iPod in Japan for First Time
03 Sep 2010 05:18
In August Sony's share of the Japanese market for portable music players stood at 47.8% ahead of Apple which had 44%. Read more…
HP Wins Bid for 3PAR
02 Sep 2010 21:18
Dell drops out Read more…
European Industrial Outlook: Growth in Production but Pace of Expansion to Slow in 2011
02 Sep 2010 18:37
MAPI predicts 1% growth for the Eurozone for 2010, and 2% growth in 2011. Read more…
Ford's Sales in China, India Up 37%
02 Sep 2010 18:21
The company expects 70% of its growth in the next ten years to come from its Asia Pacific and Africa region. Read more…
Whirlpool to Build New Manufacturing Facility in Tennessee
02 Sep 2010 18:21
Plant construction is one of five U.S. expansion projects recently announced by the company. Read more…
World Goods Trade Up Sharply
02 Sep 2010 16:59
Exports were up 26%, imports increased 25% Read more…
Labor Day Survey: Government Policies Creating a Disadvantage for Manufacturing Sector
02 Sep 2010 16:27
Majority believe developing a strong manufacturing base should be a national priority Read more…
Houston Manufacturer Fined $1.2 Million for Hiding Work-related Injuries, Illnesses
02 Sep 2010 15:41
'Accurate workplace injury and illness records are vital tools for identifying hazards and protecting workers' health and safety,' said Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis. Read more…
Daihatsu to Recall Over 600,000 Cars
02 Sep 2010 15:25
Problem is indicator light covers that fade over time Read more…
Samsung Challenges Apple with iPad Rival
02 Sep 2010 13:32
The Galaxy Tab, which is half the weight of the iPad, runs on Google's Android 2.2 operating system. Read more…
John Shook To Take Over LEI Helm
02 Sep 2010 05:14
Will replace Jim Womack effective Sept. 27. Read more…
Ford’s August Sales Dip 11%
01 Sep 2010 20:54
Automaker’s fourth-quarter production will be lower than last year’s. Read more…
Ferrari Recalls 1,250 Sports Cars after Four Catch Fire
01 Sep 2010 20:54
Problems with the mounting, adhesive, heat shields and wheel arch assembly Read more…