AEM launches CONEXPO Latin America
Show set for 2015 in Chile
Thursday April 18, 2013
AEM announces the launch of CONEXPO Latin America – The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), owner of CONEXPO, has signed a letter of intent with the Chilean Chamber of Construction to co-locate CONEXPO Latin America with the Chamber’s ...
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Messe München and AEM found joint venture in South Africa
Thursday April 18, 2013
Within the scope of their close collaboration organizing international trade shows for construction machinery, Messe München and the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) are founding a joint venture in South Africa. They plan to call the ...
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Honoring industry visionaries & leaders: AEM Hall of Fame now taking nominations
Thursday April 18, 2013
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) Hall of Fame is now accepting nominations through June 17, 2013. The prestigious program honors those who have made a difference in our quality of life, whose innovations, ideas and leadership ...
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YRC Worldwide and International Association of Machinists reach tentative agreement
Thursday April 18, 2013
YRC Worldwide announced that it has reached a tentative agreement with the leadership of the International Association of Machinists (IAM) on a new contract. The agreement will now go to the IAM-represented employees for a ratification vote. During ...
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YRC Worldwide ends contract extension with International Association of Machinists
Monday April 15, 2013
YRC Worldwide announced that it is ending a contract extension with the International Association of Machinists (IAM), effective April 15. While the company will continue to talk with the IAM, the lack of significant progress in the negotiations ...
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AAR reports increase in weekly rail traffic
Friday April 12, 2013
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported an increase in traffic for the week ending April 6, 2013, with total U.S. weekly carloads of 280,748 carloads, up 3.7 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for the ...
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Freight railroads investing, ready for intermodal traffic from Panama Canal expansion
Thursday April 11, 2013
Association of American Railroads (AAR) President and CEO Edward R. Hamberger told the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation that freight railroads are positioning themselves to meet future transportation demands ...
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Executives from top companies to share supply chain strategies at GS1 CONNECT 2013
Thursday April 11, 2013
Executives from more than 50 organizations, including The Coca-Cola Company, Kellogg, Mercy, Target, Tyson Foods, and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), will headline the conference program at GS1 Connect 2013 . Experts from top companies in ...
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BTS releases freight Transportation Services Index (TSI)
Freight shipments rose 1.2% in February from January
Thursday April 11, 2013
The amount of freight carried by the for-hire transportation industry rose 1.2 percent in February from January, rising for the fourth consecutive month, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation Statistics’ ...
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February U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders up 5.7% from January
Wednesday April 10, 2013
February U.S. manufacturing technology orders totaled $385.89 million according to AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology . This total, as reported by companies participating in the USMTO program, was up 5.7% from January but down 10.6% ...
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AAR reports mixed rail traffic for March, declines for week ending March 30
Monday April 8, 2013
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported that U.S. monthly rail traffic showed mixed results in March 2013, while both carloads and intermodal traffic declined for the week ending March 30, 2013. Intermodal traffic in March 2013 totaled ...
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Manufacturers gain insights for future growth at successful MFG Meeting
Plans Set for 2014 Meeting in Phoenix
Monday April 1, 2013
Nearly 700 manufacturing leaders gathered at the third edition of The MFG Meeting March 5-8, 2013, in Waikoloa, Hawaii. “Rethink…Refocus…Reinvent…Redefine Convention” was the theme of this year’s event, organized ...
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AAR reports increase in weekly rail traffic
Thursday March 28, 2013
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported an increase in traffic for the week ending March 23, 2013, with total U.S. weekly carloads of 278,738 carloads, up 0.2 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for the ...
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BTS releases North American trade numbers by mode of transportation for January
Thursday March 28, 2013
Trucks carried 59.3 percent of the $90.5 billion in trade in January 2013 between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners, Canada and Mexico, followed by rail at 14.3 percent, vessels at 9.8 percent, pipelines ...
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America’s freight railroads oppose Senate antitrust bill
Monday March 25, 2013
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) strongly objects to the Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act, introduced today by Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Senator David Vitter (R-LA), saying that while the bill claims to repeal freight railroads’ ...
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Executives share supply chain strategies at GS1 Connect 2013
Monday March 25, 2013
Executives from more than 50 organizations, including The Coca-Cola Company, Kellogg, Mercy, Target, Tyson Foods and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), will headline the conference program at GS1 Connect 2013 . Experts from top companies in ...
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BTS releases North American surface trade statistics for 2012:
2012 surface trade with Canada and Mexico rose 6.2 percent from 2011
Monday March 25, 2013
Trade using surface transportation modes between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners Canada and Mexico increased by 6.2 percent in 2012 compared to 2011, valued at $960 billion in 2012, ...
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AAR reports increase in weekly rail traffic
Monday March 25, 2013
AAR reported an increase in traffic for the week ending March 16, 2013, with total U.S. weekly carloads of 280,624 carloads, up 0.5 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for the week totaled 228,806 units, up 0.7 percent ...
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Industry association announces 2013 award winners
Thursday March 21, 2013
The Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association ( MHEDA ) is pleased to announce 24 distributor member companies have achieved MVP award status for 2013. The prestigious MVP (Most Valuable Partner) Award requires a company to provide ...
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Freight railroads praise American Society Civil Engineers report citing private investments
Key to boosting rail sector’s 2013 infrastructure report card grade
Tuesday March 19, 2013
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) lauded the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) report released today citing private freight rail infrastructure investments as a key factor for highlighting rail as the “most improved” ...
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Four steps to safeguarding electrical equipment from the destructive force of corrosion
Tuesday March 19, 2013
When specifying electrical products for harsh environments, choosing the right materials to ensure adequate corrosion-resistance is crucial. In offshore oil and gas operations, equipment is under constant exposure to seawater and salt spray, ...
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Detroit Diesel Virtual Technician™ named Edison Awards finalist
Tuesday March 19, 2013
Detroit® Virtual Technician developed by Zonar has been named a 2013 award finalist by the internationally renowned Edison Awards™ . These distinguished awards recognize and honor recipients for innovation, creativity and ingenuity ...
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AEM elects new director
Monday March 18, 2013
James E. Walker, Vice President, Case IH NAFTA for CNH in Racine, Wisconsin, has been elected to the board of directors of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), the North American-based international trade group for companies that manufacture ...
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New EPA report: initial data shows significant gains in fuel economy for 2012
Monday March 18, 2013
EPA released its annual report that tracks the fuel economy of vehicles sold in the United States, underscoring the major increases made in the efficiency of the vehicles Americans drive, reducing oil consumption and cutting carbon emissions. ...
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WTS International Announces 2013 Award Winners
Friday March 15, 2013
WTS International , the association for the professional advancement of women in transportation, just announced that it has selected the winners of its annual recognition awards for 2013. Each of the five awards will be presented at an awards banquet ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly traffic
Thursday March 14, 2013
AAR reported mixed rail traffic for the week ending March 9, 2013, with total U.S. weekly carloads of 276,698 carloads, down 0.9 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for the week totaled 235,174 units, up 4 percent ...
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Transportation company avoids hiring pitfalls
Adds SaferWatch™ Carrier Monitoring
Thursday March 14, 2013
Accellos has issued a case study of Accellos Prophesy DispatchSeries and SaferWatch ™ Carrier Monitoring customer Bee-Line Delivery Service. Bee-Line now handles due diligence in carrier hiring by using the SaferWatch™ ...
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BTS releases freight Transportation Services Index (TSI)
Freight shipments rose 1.2% in January from December
Thursday March 14, 2013
The amount of freight carried by the for-hire transportation industry rose 1.2 percent in January from December, rising for the third consecutive month, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation ...
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Capitol Hill celebrates annual Railroad Day
Highlights the vital role freight rail plays in the U.S. economy
Thursday March 14, 2013
Representatives from the nation’s freight railroads , labor groups, rail suppliers and state and local officials today are joining together for the annual Railroad Day on Capitol Hill. As part of Rail Day (#RailDay2013), rail representatives ...
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YRC Freight proposes network improvements to union leadership
Tuesday March 12, 2013
YRC Freight has mailed to union leadership a proposal for a new set of network improvements. Once implemented, the network improvements will be another step in YRC Freight's efforts to continuously improve customer service, optimize linehaul ...
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January U.S. manufacturing technology orders off 12.2% from January 2012
Tuesday March 12, 2013
January U.S. manufacturing technology orders totaled $370.62 million according to AMT - The Association for Manufacturing Technology. This total, as reported by companies participating in the USMTO program, was down 26.5% from December and down 12.2% ...
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LiuGong announces CSL Equipment as new forklift dealer in Canada
Tuesday March 12, 2013
LiuGong Construction Machinery N.A. LLC , headquartered in Katy, Texas, is pleased to announce that CSL Equipment Ltd. has joined them as a new forklift dealer in Western Canada. CSL Equipment has been in operation in the material handling industry ...
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AAR reports mixed rail traffic for February
Gains for week ending March 2
Monday March 11, 2013
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported that U.S. monthly rail traffic showed mixed results in February, and gains in both carloads and intermodal traffic for the week ending March 2, 2013. Intermodal traffic in February 2013 totaled ...
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AMT elects new board of directors and officers
Monday March 11, 2013
AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology elected its 2013-2014 officers and directors on Friday, March 8, at its 2013 Annual Meeting in Waikoloa, Hawaii. The board of directors of the association that represents approximately 600 American ...
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AAR celebrates rail industry’s safest year on record
Monday March 11, 2013
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) announced that 2012 was the safest year in the rail industry’s history, according to new statistics from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). Across a sweeping set of categories, rail industry ...
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Truckload Carriers Association’s board implements policy changes
Wednesday March 6, 2013
At its Annual Convention, the Truckload Carriers Association’s (TCA) board of directors has approved several changes to the organization’s official policies on drug and alcohol testing, sleep disorders and on-board technology. The ...
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U.S. Xpress named Dollar Tree’s 2012 Dedicated Carrier of the Year
Tuesday March 5, 2013
U.S. Xpress Enterprises has been honored as Dollar Tree’s 2012 dedicated carrier of the year. This distinction is based on exceptional performance at Dollar Tree’s Berwick, Pennsylvania distribution center serviced by U.S. Xpress. ...
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3PL Nexus announces selection and launch of new warehouse management system
Tuesday March 5, 2013
Accellos announced that third party logistics provider Nexus, has chosen AccellosOne Enterprise 3PL Solution as its new Warehouse Management System (WMS). Implementation began in early December and Nexus will go live with its first phase ...
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AAR president comments on NITL’s proposal for mandatory switching
Tuesday March 5, 2013
The Association of American Railroads releases the following statement by AAR President and CEO Edward R. Hamberger today in response to National Industrial Transportation League’s proposal on mandatory switching, which would harm all rail ...
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AAR president tells Congress record private freight rail investments help fuel America’s economic growth
Tuesday March 5, 2013
Association of American Railroad (AAR) President and CEO Edward R. Hamberger told the House Transportation railroads, pipelines and hazardous materials subcommittee that the country’s freight railroads are making record private investments ...
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YRC Freight partners with Clean Energy for LNG Truck natural gas project
Monday March 4, 2013
YRC Freight announced that it has completed an agreement with Clean Energy Fuels Corp. to purchase four liquefied natural gas (LNG) trucks to operate in Southern California. The trucks will serve the Port of Long Beach and other surrounding areas. ...
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BTS releases North American surface trade numbers for December
U.S.surface transportation trade with Canada and Mexico totaled $71.9 Billion
Monday March 4, 2013
Trade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners, Canada and Mexico, decreased 3.2 percent in December 2012 compared to December 2011, totaling $71.9 billion, according to the ...
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Southworth Products Corporation acquires award winning Lift'n Buddy
Friday March 1, 2013
The innovative Lift’n Buddy and Southworth Products Corporation announced an agreement in which Southworth Products acquired Lift’n Buddy for an undisclosed amount. Lift’n Buddy will operate as a new division of ...
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Exports of U.S.-made construction equipment grew 13 percent in 2012 to $26.7 billion
Year-end numbers reflect weaker global environment
Friday March 1, 2013
Exports of U.S.-made construction equipment topped 13 percent in 2012 compared to the previous year for a total $26.7 billion, with South America and Asia reporting the weakest gains, according to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers ...
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MHEDA plans 2013 annual convention in Palm Desert, California
Friday March 1, 2013
The Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA) will present its 58th Annual Convention, May 4-8, 2013 at the JW Desert Springs in Palm Desert, California. The Convention provides material handling equipment professionals the opportunity ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly traffic
Friday March 1, 2013
AAR reported mixed rail traffic for the week ending Feb.23, 2013, with total U.S. weekly carloads of 278,059 carloads, down 1.2 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for the week totaled 238,083 units, up 11 percent ...
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| Thursday February 28, 2013 |
Forklift Pro, Inc. announces change of ownership
Buck Caldwell, founder of Forklift Pro, Inc., a global distributor of wholesale forklifts and equipment, announces his retirement as he hands over the torch this month to new owner Bill Zemak.
Thursday February 28, 2013
After thirty years in the industry, Buck Caldwell, founder and president of Forklift Pro, Inc. announces his retirement and the sale of his company to new owner Bill Zemak.
“It was my passion for the lift truck industry that led me to start ...
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| Wednesday February 27, 2013 |
Siemens and Konecranes machine tool service combine for winning retrofit partnership
Wednesday February 27, 2013
When looking to advance their job-shop capabilities, machining center managers are often confronted with making the difficult but necessary choice between a premium option and a cost-effective one. While every manager would love to take advantage ...
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Nation’s freight railroads committed to safely implementing positive train control
Wednesday February 27, 2013
Representatives from the nation’s major freight railroads tomorrow will tell the National Transportation Board (NTSB) that despite an unrelenting commitment to safely implementing fully interoperable positive train control (PTC), doing so ...
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YRC Freight named Walmart's 2012 National LTL Carrier of the Year
Friday February 22, 2013
YRC Freight announced that it has been named by Walmart as its 2012 National LTL (Less-Than-Truckload) Carrier of the Year. The award honors carriers for their commitment to providing outstanding customer service and innovative transportation solutions. ...
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AAR reports record annual crude-by-rail data, mixed weekly traffic
Friday February 22, 2013
AAR reported that U.S. Class I railroads originated a record 233,811 carloads of crude oil in 2012, up 256 percent from the 65,751 carloads of crude oil originated in 2011. Crude oil in 2012 represented 0.8 percent of all U.S. Class I rail carloads, ...
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| Wednesday February 20, 2013 |
AK Material Handling Systems employee's shaking everything for charity
Wednesday February 20, 2013
AK Material Handling Systems employee's in Maple Grove, MN are shaking everything they have to raise money for charity in a video that they hope will go viral and earn them over 10,000 views.
The song " Harlem Shake" went viral in February 2013 ...
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Hackman Capital Partners leads consortium of investors in purchase of Arizona Paper Mill assets
Monday February 18, 2013
Hackman Capital Partners, LLC. , confirmed the successful acquisition of Catalyst Paper's shuttered paper mill and certain other assets located in Snowflake, Arizona. Catalyst Paper, western North America's largest producer of mechanical printing ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Monday February 18, 2013
AAR reported mixed rail traffic for the week ending Feb.9, 2013. Last week U.S. railroads originated 273,369 carloads, down 2.3 percent compared with the same week last year, while intermodal volume for the week totaled 244,679 units, up ...
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AED gears webinar to 2013 Tax Opportunities to dealers
Friday February 15, 2013
Every dealer's sales and rental business just got a lot more complicated. Between the health care legislation, the new ARTA tax law, and all the things the IRS is doing, your tax risk has significantly increased. The Associated Equipment Distributers ...
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| Thursday February 14, 2013 |
OnAsset Intelligence and Envirotainer join forces
Thursday February 14, 2013
OnAsset Intelligence Inc .(OnAsset) and Envirotainer announced a strategic partnership to advance Envirotainer’s industry leading air cargo containers, RKN e1 and RAP e2. The containers will be equipped with real-time data collection and ...
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MHEDA announces new board members for 2013
Thursday February 14, 2013
Daryle Ogburn, President of Advanced Equipment Company, Mike Vaughan, CFO of Liftech Equipment Companies, Inc and Chris Wetle, President Pape Material Handling have been elected to serve on the Board of Directors and Doug Bouquard VP/GM Motive Power ...
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BTS releases freight Transportation Services Index (TSI);
Freight shipments rose 1.0% in December from November
Thursday February 14, 2013
The amount of freight carried by the for-hire transportation industry rose 1.0 percent in December from November, rising for the second consecutive month, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation ...
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| Wednesday February 13, 2013 |
TCA and NITL update Voluntary Guide to Good Business Relations for Shippers, Receivers, Carriers and Drivers
Wednesday February 13, 2013
The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) and The National Industrial Transportation League (NITL) are pleased to announce that a newly revised version of their joint Voluntary Guide to Good Business Relations is now available. The Guide emphasizes ...
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New study from U.S. Xpress reveals industry need for better transportation management and dynamic optimization
Wednesday February 13, 2013
According to a recent survey of more than 400 logistics managers by leading transportation services provider U.S. Xpress Enterprises , only 59 percent of shippers use performance metrics to manage freight costs and only 43 percent are currently running ...
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U.S. manufacturing technology orders have best year since 1996
Wednesday February 13, 2013
December U.S. manufacturing technology orders totaled $499.43 million according to AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology. This total, as reported by companies participating in the USMTO program, was up 17.8% from November but down 9.4% ...
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LEGACY announces acquisition of Vitran Corporation Inc.’s Supply Chain Operation Division
Wednesday February 13, 2013
LEGACY Supply Chain Service s announced the acquisition of Vitran Corporation Inc.’s Supply Chain Operation (Vitran SCO), a North American third-party supply chain provider specializing in complex, high-velocity logistics networks servicing ...
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AEM updates safety pictorial database
Manufacturer-developed tool helps communicate effective safety messages to workers
Wednesday February 13, 2013
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) recently updated its already extensive online safety pictorial database . More than a dozen new and updated pictorials have been added, increasing the number of graphics to 145, with more additions ...
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| Tuesday February 12, 2013 |
Accellos announces partnership with Technology Consultancy West Monroe Partners
Tuesday February 12, 2013
Accellos announced a partnership with West Monroe Partners, a full-service business and technology consultancy. The partnership enables Accellos to add West Monroe’s proprietary FLEXdls labor management software solution to Accellos’ existing ...
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Trelleborg Wheel Systems strengthens presence in Northern Europe
Tuesday February 12, 2013
Trelleborg Wheel Systems Industrial Tires has signed an agreement to acquire Industriebanden Beheer BV, the Netherlands-based industrial tire specialist that offers a range of industrial tire supply and service solutions to the material handling industry ...
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| Thursday February 7, 2013 |
AAR reports mixed rail traffic for January, and week ending February 2
Thursday February 7, 2013
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) has reported that U.S. monthly rail traffic showed mixed results in January, as well as for the week ending Feb. 2, 2013.
Intermodal traffic in January 2013 totaled 1,168,630 containers and trailers, ...
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| Wednesday February 6, 2013 |
Deutsche Messe AG to stage an intralogistics fair in Italy for the first time
Cooperation with the market leader Ipack-Ima S.P.A.
Wednesday February 6, 2013
In January 2013 Deutsche Messe finalized the contractual details for a further collaborative venture outside Germany. Together with the Italian market leader Ipack-Ima S.P.A. , Deutsche Messe will stage INTRALOGISTICA ITALIA in Milan. This ...
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TCA and NITL update Voluntary Guide to Good Business Relations for Shippers, Receivers, Carriers and Drivers
Revision better reflects today’s more complex operating environment
Wednesday February 6, 2013
The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) and The National Industrial Transportation League (NITL) has announced that a newly revised version of their joint Voluntary Guide to Good Business Relations is now available. The Guide ...
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Freight railroads plan to invest $24.5 billion in private dollars in 2013
Includes estimated $13 Billion in CapEx, industry targets 11,000 new hires
Wednesday February 6, 2013
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) has announced the nation’s major freight railroads plan to invest an estimated $24.5 billion in 2013 to build, maintain and upgrade America’s rail network to ensure freight railroads can ...
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EPA proposes 2013 Renewable Fuel Standards
Monday February 4, 2013
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing the 2013 percentage standards for four fuel categories that are part of the agency’s Renewable Fuel Standard program (RFS2). The proposal announced last week will be open ...
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INDUSTRYHUDDLE.COM promises a social network for more product sales, not likes and follows
Monday February 4, 2013
IndustryHuddle.com founder and president, Zachary T. Haines, is changing the face of social networking with his new Social Trade Network , which is focused on the needs of manufacturers, distributors, manufacturer’s reps, contractors, and end-users ...
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Trelleborg Wheel Systems strengthens presence in Northern Europe
Monday February 4, 2013
Trelleborg Wheel Systems Industrial Tires has signed an agreement to acquire Industriebanden Beheer BV, the Netherlands-based industrial tire specialist that offers a range of industrial tire supply and service solutions to the material handling ...
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| Thursday January 31, 2013 |
AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Thursday January 31, 2013
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) has reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending January 26, 2013, with U.S. railroads originating 265,839 carloads, down 6.3 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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BTS releases North American Surface Trade Numbers for November
November 2012 U.S. Surface Transportation Trade with Canada and Mexico totaled $81.5 Billion
Thursday January 31, 2013
Trade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners, Canada and Mexico, rose 6.2 percent in November 2012 compared to November 2011, totaling $81.5 billion, according to the ...
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| Wednesday January 30, 2013 |
ProMat 2013 Innovation Award winners
Wednesday January 30, 2013
The winners of the ProMat 2013 Innovation Award were announced during the 2013 ProMat Show. Packsize LLC was the recipient of the Best New Product Award and Fox IV Technologies Inc. was awarded the Best Existing Product title. The ProMat innovation ...
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AAR commends Secretary LaHood on his service
Wednesday January 30, 2013
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) released a statement thanking Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood on his service. AAR President and CEO Ed Hamberger said: “Secretary LaHood brought passion, energy and a deep commitment ...
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A look back in time - The vertical carousel through the years
Wednesday January 30, 2013
First introduced in the 1950's the vertical carousel is probably the most well known automated storage and retrieval system. Some critics might say the vertical carousel is "old" or "outdated", but that's simply not true. Besides, don't ...
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| Thursday January 24, 2013 |
Big bucks for truckers down on their luck
$10K scholarship to retrain truckers no longer able to drive for health reasons
Thursday January 24, 2013
The life of the long-haul trucker portrayed in movies and television is akin to that of the plaid-shirted cowboy, rugged individuals shepherding the American way safely through the night on pride and a thermos full of strong truck stop coffee. ...
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CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2014 campaign hails quality-of-life contributions
Thursday January 24, 2013
CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2014 announces a campaign to raise greater public awareness of the accomplishments of the construction industry in elevating our quality of life. The campaign will publicize the positive benefits of construction projects of all sizes ...
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Spiroflow conveyors ‘Fit as a Butcher’s Dog’
Monday January 21, 2013
Butcher’s Pet Care Ltd chose a Spiroflow ‘round-the-corner’ Aero Mechanical Conveyor for their new $61 million, state-of-the-art factory in Crick, Northamptonshire UK. In their previous facility, minor ingredients were loaded into ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Monday January 21, 2013
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending January 12, 2013, with U.S. railroads originating 279,893 carloads, down 6.4 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for ...
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| Thursday January 17, 2013 |
ProMat 2013 Innovation Award finalists announced
Thursday January 17, 2013
MHI announces the finalists for the first-ever ProMat Innovation Award competition. The ProMat Innovation Award serves to educate and provide valuable insights on the latest manufacturing and supply chain innovative products and services to ProMat ...
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U.S. manufacturing technology orders up 4.8% from 2011
Tuesday January 15, 2013
November U.S. manufacturing technology orders totaled $421.83 million according to AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology. This total, as reported by companies participating in the USMTO program, was down 11.0% from October and down 8.5% ...
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Registration open for [MC]2 2013MTConnect: Connecting Manufacturing Conference
Tuesday January 15, 2013
Registration is now open for the second [MC]2 2013 MTConnect: Connecting Manufacturing Conference . [MC]2 2013 will be held in Cincinnati, Ohio April 10 11 at the Millennium Hotel Cincinnati. MTConnect is a set of open, royalty-free standards ...
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| Thursday January 10, 2013 |
AAR reports declines in weekly rail traffic
Thursday January 10, 2013
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported declines in weekly rail traffic for the week ending January 5, 2013, with U.S. railroads originating 241,682 carloads, down 12.1 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal ...
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BTS releases freight Transportation Services Index (TSI)
Freight shipments rose 1.7% in November from October
Thursday January 10, 2013
The amount of freight carried by the for-hire transportation industry rose 1.7 percent in November from October, rising after a one-month decline, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation Statistics’ ...
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YRC Freight professional drivers named to America's Road Team
Thursday January 10, 2013
YRC Freight announced that professional drivers Byron Bramwell and Donald Conklin have been selected to serve as America's Road Team Captains by the American Trucking Associations (ATA). Bramwell and Conklin join an elite group of 18 Captains — ...
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Daily Equipment Company sells its business to Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift
Monday January 7, 2013
Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc. (MCFA) and Daily Equipment Company (DEC) jointly announced that DEC has been sold to MCFA in a seamless succession planning step for DEC’s principle shareholder, Emmerson Daily. The acquisition ...
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BTS releases North American surface trade numbers for October
Totaled $85.3 Billion
Monday January 7, 2013
Trade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners, Canada and Mexico, rose 7.9 percent in October 2012 compared to October 2011, totaling $85.3 billion, unadjusted for inflation, ...
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AAR reports mixed annual rail traffic; monthly traffic for December mixed
Declines in weekly rail traffic
Monday January 7, 2013
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported mixed 2012 rail traffic compared with 2011. U.S. rail intermodal volume totaled 12.3 million containers and trailers in 2012, up 3.2 percent or 374,918 units, over 2011. Carloads totaled ...
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CLARK announces expansion plans for Kentucky
Thursday January 3, 2013
CLARK Material Handling Company (CLARK) announced that it is expanding production at its Lexington, KY North American headquarters to include electric burden carriers and electric golf car products. Production in Lexington will begin in the first ...
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Alta Equipment Company acquires Great Lakes Power Lift
NACCO Materials Handling Group appoints Alta Equipment Company the authorized Hyster dealer in East Michigan.
Monday December 31, 2012
Alta Equipment Company and Great Lakes Power Lift executed a definitive agreement on December 28, 2012, under which Alta Equipment acquired the assets of Great Lakes Power Lift. NACCO Materials Handling Group appointed Alta Equipment Company ...
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| Thursday December 27, 2012 |
AAR reports gains for weekly rail traffic
Thursday December 27, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported gains for weekly rail traffic for the week ending December 22, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 290,223 carloads, up .9 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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| Wednesday December 26, 2012 |
2012 Census coming soon.
Learn why response makes a difference.
Wednesday December 26, 2012
By the end of December, nearly 4 million businesses will have received forms for the 2012 Economic Census, the U.S. Government’s official five-year measure of American business and the economy. Response is required by law, and statistics ...
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Opening the operator’s eyes: Internal inspections for overhead lifting equipment
Crane service provider reduces risk with gear case inspection
Friday December 21, 2012
Anyone who works with overhead lifting equipment will tell you that safety is absolutely crucial. From machine shop owners to warehouse floor managers, professionals who work in these environments understand how important it is to invest in ...
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| Tuesday December 18, 2012 |
U.S. DOT announces effort to improve government efficiency, cut red tape.
Tuesday December 18, 2012
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced six new actions it will take to eliminate out-of-date or duplicative paperwork, saving taxpayer dollars and reducing the workload for businesses across the country. The announcement comes in response ...
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AAR reports declines in weekly rail traffic
Friday December 14, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported declines in weekly rail traffic for the week ending December 8, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 292,206 carloads, down 1.6 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal ...
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| Thursday December 13, 2012 |
TTCI receives UIC’s Innovation and Railway Research Award
Thursday December 13, 2012
The Association of American Railroads today lauded the Transportation Technology Center, Inc. (TTCI) on its receipt of the prestigious International Union of Railways’ (UIC) Innovation and Railway Research Award in the “Rail Freight ...
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Indiana manufacture takes action to create a safer work environment
Thursday December 13, 2012
Foundries and machine shops can be dangerous places. You’re dealing with hot molten metal and large machines and that can sometimes lead to an accident, but one Indiana foundry has changed the focus of their business to a model of shared ...
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ICUEE-The Demo Expo sponsors new diesel technician scholarship
Thursday December 13, 2012
ICUEE-The Demo Expo announces a new ICUEE Scholarship in partnership with the Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP) through the AEMP Foundation. To help alleviate the critical technician shortage facing the heavy equipment industry, ...
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BTS releases Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI)
Freight shipments fell 1.9% in October from September
Thursday December 13, 2012
The amount of freight carried by the for-hire transportation industry fell 1.9 percent in October from September, declining after a one-month increase, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation ...
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| Tuesday December 11, 2012 |
Year-to-date U.S. manufacturing technology orders up 5.3% over 2011
Tuesday December 11, 2012
October U.S. manufacturing technology orders totaled $459.16 million according to AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology. This total, as reported by companies participating in the USMTO program, was down 31.3% from September and ...
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AAR reports mixed rail traffic for November
Friday December 7, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reports U.S. rail monthly rail traffic continued to show mixed results in November, while weekly rail traffic for the week ending Dec. 1, 2012 was down. Intermodal traffic in November saw an increase ...
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| Thursday December 6, 2012 |
Using a total system thinking approach for supply chain optimization
Thursday December 6, 2012
Every supply chain process is looking for ways to remove costs from its systems in response to recent trends like packaging changes that have resulted in SKU proliferation. Many are focusing on automation through capital investment to control costs ...
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Connecticut company uses self-directed work teams to improve on-time delivery and quality
Thursday December 6, 2012
For one Connecticut manufacturer of close tolerance precision metal parts, a nearly 20-year commitment to lean manufacturing has naturally evolved into using self-directed work teams (SDWT) to achieve such ambitious objectives as 100% on-time delivery ...
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| Thursday November 29, 2012 |
AEM announces winners of annual Pillar of the Industry awards
Member companies recognized for active support of I Make America pro-manufacturing campaign
Thursday November 29, 2012
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) and the I Make America campaign announce the 2012 recipients of the annual Pillar of the Industry awards, given to companies achieving or maintaining Gold status in the campaign. The awards recognize ...
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BTS releases North American Surface Trade Numbers for September:
September 2012 Surface Trade with Canada and Mexico Fell 0.1 percent from September 2011
Thursday November 29, 2012
Trade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners, Canada and Mexico, was 0.1 percent lower in September 2012 than in September 2011, totaling $77.7 billion, unadjusted for ...
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Inbound Logistics names Reddaway a Top 100 Trucker
Thursday November 29, 2012
Reddaway has been named a Top 100 Trucker for 2012 by Inbound Logistics magazine. Reddaway was selected from more than 250 trucking companies for the magazine's annual Top 100 Motor Carriers directory. Compiled by Inbound Logistics editors, the ...
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Inbound Logistics names Holland a Top 100 Trucker
Thursday November 29, 2012
Holland has been named a Top 100 Trucker for 2012 by Inbound Logistics magazine. Holland was selected from more than 250 trucking companies for the magazine's annual Top 100 Motor Carriers directory. Compiled by Inbound Logistics editors, the ...
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Inbound Logistics names New Penn a top 100 trucker
Thursday November 29, 2012
New Penn has been named a Top 100 Trucker for 2012 by Inbound Logistics magazine. New Penn was selected from more than 250 trucking companies for the magazine's annual Top 100 Motor Carriers directory. Compiled by Inbound Logistics editors, the ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Monday November 26, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending November 17, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 288,717 carloads, down 4.3 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for ...
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| Tuesday November 20, 2012 |
AAR urges STB to consider competition from natural gas in select coal rate cases
Easily available information makes the case for considering indirect competition
Tuesday November 20, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) petitioned the Surface Transportation Board (STB) to initiate a rulemaking that would propose re-introducing indirect competition – specifically product and geographic competition for fuel used ...
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Winners of the 2012 CHaINA Awards
Dell, VANCL, Adage Logistics, Delphi, GLP, Amazon, CEVA Logistics, Adidas, On Point Asia, John Deere and Lenovo
Monday November 19, 2012
The Global Supply Chain Council, Asia’s leading professional organization in supply chain, announced the winners of its 2012 CHaINA Awards last Thursday in Shanghai. For the 7th year in a row, the Council presented its CHaINA Awards to recognize ...
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AEM: Equipment manufacturers’ top policy priority – fix the nation’s debt
Board affirms balanced approach of spending and revenue is only feasible solution
Monday November 19, 2012
Meeting last week at the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) 2012 Annual Conference in Rancho Palos Verdes, California, the AEM Board of Directors established federal deficit reduction as its top policy priority headed into the new year. ...
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Federal Railroad Administrator Szabo launches effort to end workplace electronic device distraction
Monday November 19, 2012
Federal Railroad Administrator Joseph C. Szabo joined senior railroad industry leaders and labor officials to launch a collaborative effort to educate and raise awareness among rail industry employees of the dangers of using electronic devices on ...
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| Thursday November 15, 2012 |
AAR issues 2012 edition of Railroad Facts
Thursday November 15, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) released the 2012 Edition of Railroad Facts – the premier industry statistical reference book. The publication notes that in 2011, the rail industry continued to recover from the economic recession, ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Thursday November 15, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending November 10, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 283,414 carloads, down 5.4 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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BTS releases freight Transportation Services Index (TSI);
Freight shipments rose 0.2% in September from August
Thursday November 15, 2012
The amount of freight carried by the for-hire transportation industry rose 0.2 percent in September from August, rising after a one-month decline, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation Statistics’ ...
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Rail industry reinforces commitment, acknowledges challenges to implementing PTC
Thursday November 15, 2012
Following the National Transportation Safety Board’s inclusion of positive train control (PTC) as one of its “most wanted” safety initiatives for 2013, the Association of American Railroads (AAR) reinforced the railroad industry’s ...
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Dutchman Tree Farms identifies major productivity increases
Implements partner inventory tracking
Thursday November 15, 2012
Case study discusses how the Michigan-based grower and retailer uses AccellosOne EDI integrated with Microsoft Dynamics GP to manage its continual influx of orders, improve the traceability of outbound product and facilitate further growth into ...
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| Tuesday November 13, 2012 |
AEM salutes companies for industry service
Tuesday November 13, 2012
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) recognizes four companies who have achieved “milestone member” status in 2012, a designation that highlights their industry support through longtime and continuous participation in the ...
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Crown shares innovative approach to forklift design that improves the way people work
Tuesday November 13, 2012
Upon winning its seventh consecutive International Design Excellence Award (IDEA) from the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA), Crown Equipment shares insights for creating forklifts that improve the way people work. Crown’s approach ...
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Year-to-date U.S. manufacturing technology orders up 5.6% over 2011
Tuesday November 13, 2012
September U.S. manufacturing technology orders totaled $667.47 million according to AMT-The Association For Manufacturing Technology. This total, as reported by companies participating in the USMTO program, was up 40.7% from August and up 13.4% ...
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Hyster Company looking for a few good men, women
Monday November 12, 2012
This Veterans Day, Hyster Company continues looking to veterans of the U.S. armed forces for its dealers to grow their sales force. The company and its dealer network have been working with Snelling Search’s Military Division since November 2011, ...
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Yale Materials Handling Corporation helps dealer network add veterans to team
Monday November 12, 2012
This Veterans Day, Yale Materials Handling Corporation continues looking to veterans of the U.S. armed forces for its dealers to grow their sales force. The company and its dealer network have been working with Snelling Search’s Military Division ...
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AEM elects 2013 officers
Industry leaders guide equipment manufacturers trade group
Monday November 12, 2012
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) announces its newly-elected 2013 officers:
Chair is Stuart Levenick, Group President of Caterpillar Inc., Peoria, Illinois
Vice Chair is Richard Patek, President Telsmith & ...
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AEM Hall of Fame announces 2012 inductees
Monday November 12, 2012
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) announces the 2012 inductees into the AEM Hall of Fame , which recognizes and celebrates outstanding individuals in the off-road equipment industry, and their legacy of innovation, service and leadership. ...
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AAR reports mixed rail traffic for October
Hurricane Sandy impacts seen in week 44 data with traffic down
Friday November 9, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reports U.S. rail traffic continues to show mixed results in monthly rail data, and that impacts from Hurricane Sandy can be seen in decreased traffic for week 44. “The fundamentals ...
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| Thursday November 8, 2012 |
Rail industry salutes & recruits America’s military veterans
Thursday November 8, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) this Veteran’s Day –and every day – offers the rail industry’s gratitude and praise for the men and women who have served our country through military service. The nation’s ...
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BTS releases North American surface trade numbers for August:
August 2012 Surface trade with Canada and Mexico rose 2.6 percent from August 2011
Monday November 5, 2012
Trade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners, Canada and Mexico, was 2.6 percent higher in August 2012 than in August 2011, totaling $82.5 billion, unadjusted for inflation, ...
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Report names top reasons companies invest in distribution center technology
Tompkins Supply Chain consortium reveals automation trends
Monday November 5, 2012
Customer service, company growth and return on investment (ROI) are among the primary reasons for investment in technology, according to a Distribution Center Automation Trends Report by the Tompkins Supply Chain Consortium . “Despite generally ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Monday November 5, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending October 27, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 287,104 carloads, down 7 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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| Wednesday October 31, 2012 |
Crown Equipment survey shows strong interest in material handling technology
Wednesday October 31, 2012
Crown Equipment Corporation released results of a proprietary survey of material handling end users and their perception of emerging technologies. The survey, which was conducted in August, represents feedback from 556 individuals involved in the ...
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ALAN helping to address critical Hurricane Sandy relief needs
Tuesday October 30, 2012
In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, the American Logistics Aid Network will soon be requesting support of loaned material handling equipment.
“We are in communication with state, regional, and national Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster ...
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APICS announces Caterpillar Inc. and Hewlett-Packard as 2012 APICS Corporate Awards of Excellence winners
Tuesday October 30, 2012
APICS The Association for Operations Management today announced Caterpillar Inc. and Hewlett-Packard as 2012 APICS Corporate Awards of Excellence winners. Each year, APICS-the global leader and premier source of the body of knowledge in supply ...
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Pink Yale forklift spotlights breast cancer awareness month
Monday October 29, 2012
NACCO Materials Handling Group (NMHG) featured this painted pink lift truck parked in front of their facility in Berea, Ky during October breast cancer awareness month. They did this as part of their participation in the 4th annual Paint the Town ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Monday October 29, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending October 20, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 288,791 carloads, down 4.4 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for ...
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Sustainability challenges cost as Packaging Industry’s top challenge in coming years
Monday October 29, 2012
While today’s packaging professional is focused on cost, performance and food safety/security, sustainability will replace cost as a dominant trend in 10 years, according to a study done by Packaging World and DuPont . Food safety/security is ...
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Honor all business owners and their employees, that DID build it and continue to build it.
Honor the principle of individualism in America.
Tuesday October 23, 2012
My name is Josh Scheckel. I was born and raised in Bellevue, Iowa, a small town with a population of 2,200. I am the founder and owner of a small growing business, J.J. Scheckel Corporation . We are engaged in the rebuilding and reselling of construction ...
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Businesses urged not to cut corners as forklift accidents increase
Tuesday October 23, 2012
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has reported an industry wide increase in serious forklift truck accidents, prompting Briggs Equipment to urge fleet managers not to lose sight of the importance of health and safety in a tough economic environment. ...
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Shamrock Cold Storage: When the chips were down, AccellosOne Enterprise 3PL was up
Tuesday October 23, 2012
Accellos has issued a case study of AccellosOne Enterprise 3PL customer Shamrock Cold Storage. Battling a critical implementation window for its first customer, Shamrock Cold Storage contacted Accellos and got a hosted first-tier 3PL solution ...
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Railroad industry awards 2012 Professional Environmental Excellence Award to Union Pacific’s Lanny Schmid
Friday October 19, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today awarded the 2012 Professional Environmental Excellence Award, the highest honor for environmental professionals in the railroad industry, to Union Pacific (UP) Director of Environmental Affairs ...
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Herschel Evans receives 2012 Destination Green Environmental Excellence Award
Friday October 19, 2012
Holland professional driver Herschel Evans was recently honored with a 2012 Destination Green Environmental Excellence Award for his efforts towards environmental sustainability. The award recognizes employees of YRC Worldwide companies who ...
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| Thursday October 18, 2012 |
AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Thursday October 18, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending October 13, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 285,089 carloads, down 6.1 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for ...
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YRC Worldwide announces 2012 Destination Green Environmental Excellence Awards
Thursday October 18, 2012
YRC Worldwide Inc. announced the 2012 winners of the Destination Green Environmental Excellence Award for employee leadership in sustainability. In the second year of the awards, two teams were recognized along with seven employees. ...
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Paul Kindinger, President & CEO of NAEDA, announces departure
Monday October 15, 2012
At the September meeting of the Board of Directors of the North American Equipment Dealers Association (NAEDA) , Paul Kindinger announced that he would be leaving the organization. His resignation was effective October 4, 2012. “NAEDA has ...
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AAR SVP of Safety and Operations VanderClute awarded Railway Age2012 Claytor award
Monday October 15, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) proudly announced Senior Vice President of Safety and Operations Robert C. VanderClute received the 2012 W. Graham Claytor Jr. Award for Distinguished Service to Passenger Transportation. ...
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Georgia to shape national supply chain competitiveness strategy
Monday October 15, 2012
Gov. Nathan Deal congratulated Georgia Center of Innovation for Logistics Executive Director Page Siplon on his appointment to the newly formed U.S. Advisory Committee on Supply Chain Competitiveness. Recognizing the state of Georgia as ...
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BTS releases freight Transportation Services Index (TSI);
Freight shipments fell 0.6% in August from July
Monday October 15, 2012
The amount of freight carried by the for-hire transportation industry fell 0.6 percent in August from July, declining after a one-month rise, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation Statistics’ ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Monday October 15, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending October 6, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 283,440 carloads, down 6.3 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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| Wednesday October 10, 2012 |
YRC Worldwide Companies honored with the ATA Mike Russell 'Good Stuff' Trucking Image Award
Wednesday October 10, 2012
The American Trucking Associations has awarded YRC Worldwide Inc. , YRC Freight, Holland , Reddaway and New Penn with the sixth annual Mike Russell "Good Stuff" Trucking Image Award. The Award honors companies that creatively generate ...
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Year-to-date U.S. manufacturing technology orders up 4.1% over 2011
Monday October 8, 2012
August U.S. manufacturing technology orders totaled $470.44 million according to AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology. This total, as reported by companies participating in the USMTO program, was up 3.4% from July but down 4.7% when compared ...
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AAR reports mixed rail traffic for September
Thursday October 4, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported U.S. rail carloads originated in September 2012 totaled 1,152,174 carloads, down 3.7 percent (43,746 carloads) compared with September 2011. Intermodal traffic in September totaled 973,715 ...
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Third annual “Band Together for SCF” campaign provides assistance to truckers in need
Tuesday October 2, 2012
TravelCenters of America LLC (TravelCenters), operator of TA and Petro Stopping Centers branded travel centers, has announced its largest ever donation – $278,207.09 – to St. Christopher Truckers Development and Relief Fund (SCF). The ...
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BTS releases North American surface trade numbers for July
July 2012 surface trade with Canada and Mexico Rose 4.6 percent from July 2011
Monday October 1, 2012
T rade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners, Canada and Mexico, was 4.6 percent higher in July 2012 than in July 2011, totaling $75.7 billion, unadjusted for inflation, ...
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| Friday September 28, 2012 |
AME supports job-creating Lipinski legislation
Friday September 28, 2012
The Association for Manufacturing Excellence supports the efforts of Rep. Dan Lipinski (D-Ill.) and Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-Ill.) who introduced The American Manufacturing Competitiveness Act, H.R. 5865, requiring the development of a national ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Friday September 28, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending September 22, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 292,644 carloads, down 4.1 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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| Monday September 24, 2012 |
Datalogic optimizes safety and processing efficiencies at Volkswagen’s warehouse based in Verona, Italy
Monday September 24, 2012
Volkswagen Group , one of the leading worldwide brands in the automotive industry, has its Southern European spare parts automatic warehouse in Verona, Italy. Thewarehouse is fully automated, managing a busy operation involving several loading bays ...
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| Friday September 21, 2012 |
YRC Freight announces 2012 Driver Hall of Fame Winners
Million Mile Accident-Free drivers honored during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week
Friday September 21, 2012
YRC Freight , a subsidiary of YRC Worldwide Inc. announced nine inductees into the 2012 Driver Hall of Fame as part of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week.YRC Freight honors the following professional drivers who have collectively driven over 25 ...
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U.S. Censor bureau to send out mandatory 2012 Economic Census forms
Friday September 21, 2012
In November and December, more than 4 million American businesses, including 160,000 transportation and warehousing businesses, will receive 2012 Economic Census forms. Responses to the questionnaire are required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code), to ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Friday September 21, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending September 15, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 291,530 carloads, down 2.9 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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| Wednesday September 19, 2012 |
IMTS 2012 registration reaches 100,200 marking the highest show-to-show increase ever
Wednesday September 19, 2012
Results for the International Manufacturing Technology Show 2012 prove the continuing leadership of manufacturing in the overall economy as Show Management reports the strongest results in more than a decade. Hosting exhibitors and visitors from 119 ...
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U.S. Industrial outlook industrial activity was front-loaded in 2012, sluggish growth ahead
Wednesday September 19, 2012
According to the Manufacturers Alliance for Productivity and Innovation ( MAPI ) the growth rate of the overall economy was relatively weak in the first quarter of 2012 and was even less robust in the second quarter. Inflation-adjusted GDP increased ...
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New Penn recognizes professional truck drivers and employees during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week
Wednesday September 19, 2012
New Penn, along with the American Trucking Associations and the entire trucking industry, is honoring the 3.1 million professional truck drivers who deliver America's freight safely and securely every day. "New Penn drivers are among some of the ...
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Holland recognizes professional truck drivers during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week
Wednesday September 19, 2012
Holland , along with the American Trucking Associations and the entire trucking industry, is honoring the 3.1 million professional truck drivers who deliver America's freight safely and securely every day. " Holland drivers have proven themselves ...
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| Monday September 17, 2012 |
Georgia unveils new logistics spotlight tool for every county
Monday September 17, 2012
In keeping with its mission as the State of Georgia’s leading resource for fueling logistics competitiveness, the Georgia Center of Innovation for Logistics announced the release of its newest tool, “County Logistics Spotlights” ...
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BTS releases freight Transportation Services Index (TSI)
Freight shipments rose 0.1% in July from June
Monday September 17, 2012
The amount of freight carried by the for-hire transportation industry rose 0.1 percent in July from June, rising after a one-month decline, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation Statistics’ (BTS) ...
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Alta Equipment Company acquires Northern Michigan Equipment Company
Monday September 17, 2012
Alta Equipment Company and Northern Michigan Equipment Company announced today that they have signed a definitive agreement under which Alta Equipment acquired the assets of Northern Michigan Equipment Company. Since 1987 Northern Michigan ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Monday September 17, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending September 8, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 272,301 carloads, down 2.3 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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OnSSI names Ascend Group as new manufacturer's rep firm
Friday September 7, 2012
OnSSI intelligent IP video surveillance software, has appointed Ascend Group as a new manufacturer's representative serving Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas. Ascend Group, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, has operated in four ...
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AAR reports mixed rail traffic for August
Friday September 7, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported U.S. rail carloads originated in August 2012 totaled 1,461,680, down 1.4 percent compared with August 2011. Intermodal traffic in August 2012 totaled 1,230,992 containers and trailers, ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Friday August 31, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending August 25, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 297,042 carloads, down 0.8 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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| Wednesday August 29, 2012 |
Briggs Equipment UK LTD executes purchase agreement of assets and facilities of Barloworld Handling UK
Wednesday August 29, 2012
Briggs Equipment UK Ltd , the exclusive UK dealer for Yale Europe Materials Handling products, has executed a purchase agreement to acquire Barloworld Handling UK assets. Completion is expected to occur no later than September 30, 2012 at which ...
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BTS releases North American Surface Trade Numbers for June
June 2012 Surface Trade with Canada and Mexico rose 6.6 percent from June 2011
Tuesday August 28, 2012
Trade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners, Canada and Mexico, was 6.6 percent higher in June 2012 than in June 2011, totaling $82.6 billion, unadjusted for inflation ...
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Demag Cranes installs more than 25 overhead Cranes
up to 450 ton capacity for Siemens Energy in Charlotte, North Carolina
Monday August 27, 2012
Siemens Energy selected Demag Cranes as the overhead crane supplier for its Charlotte manufacturing operation expansion. Siemens expanded its manufacturing operation with the completion of a 450,000-square-foot natural Gas Turbine production plant ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Friday August 24, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending August 18, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 293,916 carloads, down 2.1 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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Clark files suit against Toyota
Following premature termination of SIE dealership contract
Thursday August 23, 2012
Clark Material Handling Company has filed a lawsuit against Toyota Material Handling U.S.A. Inc. (TMHU) in the United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina, Charlotte Division. The lawsuit stems from the premature ...
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CAT Lift Trucks donates hand pallet truck to Houston Habitat for Humanity
Monday August 20, 2012
Houston-based manufacturer Cat Lift Trucks recently donated a Cat ® lift truck hand pallet truck to Houston Habitat for Humanity. Habitat will use the 5,500 lb. capacity truck at the organization’s Houston headquarters to assist with ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Friday August 17, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending August 11, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 289,172 carloads, down 1.2 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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The signs of an improving economy through a foundry’s view
Bremen Castings sees signs of a stronger economy
Tuesday August 14, 2012
One of America’s oldest forms of industry may be a great predictor for our shaky economy. Bremen Castings Inc. , a family-owned foundry and machine shop has been melting metal for over four generations. Bremen Castings works with many well-known, ...
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Cooper Wiring Devices awarded platinum honors for Product of the Year Competition
Tuesday August 14, 2012
Cooper Wiring Devices has been honored with a Platinum Product of the Year award from Electrical Construction & Maintenance (EC&M) magazine. Its combination USB charger with tamper resistant receptacle topped a list of more than 125 products ...
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NMHG donates lift truck to First Born Community Development Center
Tuesday August 14, 2012
NACCO Materials Handling Group, Inc. (NMHG) donated a lift truck to First Born Community Development Center (FBCDC) of Pitt County last week in order to assist the charity’s warehousing needs. FBCDC is a member agency of the Food Bank of Central ...
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Historic park around Los Angeles city hall turns greener with LED lighting
Tuesday August 14, 2012
When the park surrounding Los Angeles City Hall reopened after eight months of repair work, sustainability and energy conservation were among a variety of articulated criteria for its restoration. City Hall Park was cordoned off by chain-link fence ...
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YRC Freight driver named four-axle champion at 2012 National Truck Driving Championships
Monday August 13, 2012
YRC Freight is proud to announce that professional driver Scott Stroup of Omaha, NE has been named four-axle champion at the 2012 National Truck Driving Championships (NTDC). Kevin Miskiewicz of Landsdale, PA placed third in the same class. Stroup ...
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CLARK announces pallet jack giveaway program
Monday August 13, 2012
To further CLARK's Philanthropy efforts they are promoting a Pallet Jack giveaway program. CLARK will be donating six pallet jacks to various non-profit organizations in the Bluegrass area that could use them to further their community service ...
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AAR reports gains in weekly rail traffic
Monday August 13, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported gains in weekly rail traffic for the week ending August 4, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 288,229 carloads, up 0.4 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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AEM elects new directors
Manitou Americas and McCormick USA executives serve on industry sector boards of equipment manufacturers' trade group
Monday August 13, 2012
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has elected two new directors: Tiago Bonomo, President & CEO of McCormick USA, joins the AEM AG Sector Board, and Daniel Miller, President & CEO of Manitou Americas Inc., joins the AEM CE ...
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Aon Hewitt names DHL Supply Chain one of top employers in Puerto Rico
Monday August 13, 2012
Aon Hewitt, a global human resources and management consulting firm, recently named DHL Supply Chain, the world's leading logistics company and sister company to the North American supply chain management company Exel, as the second Best Employer in ...
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BTS releases freight transportation services index (TSI)
Freight shipments fell 0.1% in June from May
Wednesday August 8, 2012
The amount of freight carried by the for-hire transportation industry fell 0.1 percent in June from May, following no change in the index from April to May, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation ...
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Peter Borden transitions based on AMT merger success
Monday August 6, 2012
AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology has announced that Peter Borden, past President of AMTDA and current Strategic Integration Officer of AMT, will be leaving the association effective August 31, 2012. “When we embarked ...
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Barcoding, Inc. announces agenda for 2nd annual executive forum
Monday August 6, 2012
Barcoding, Inc. announced the agenda for the 2 nd Annual Executive Forum: Accelerating the Supply Chain with Barcoding and RFID, presented in conjunction with Motorola Solutions, Zebra Technologies, and Verizon. To be held Monday, Aug. ...
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New Penn receives two 2012 Quest for Quality Awards for performance excellence
Monday August 6, 2012
New Penn is honored to receive two awards presented by Logistics Management magazine in its 2012 Quest for Quality reader survey. The company was recognized for excellence in the categories of Northeast/Mid-Atlantic Regional LTL Carriers and Expedited ...
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Holland receives two 2012 Quest for Quality Awards for performance excellence
Monday August 6, 2012
Holland has been recognized by Logistics Management magazine with its 2012 Quest for Quality awards in two categories - Midwest/North Central Regional LTL Carriers and Expedited Motor Carriers. This marks the 27th consecutive year Holland has received ...
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Reddaway receives 2012 Quest for Quality award for performance excellence
Monday August 6, 2012
Reddaway announced it was named a 2012 Quest for Quality award recipient by Logistics Management magazine. Reddaway earned the honor in the Expedited Motor Carriers category. This makes 19 Quest for Quality awards for the company. "The Quest for ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly and July monthly rail traffic
Thursday August 2, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported U.S. rail carloads originated in July 2012 totaled 1,103,733, down 7,787 carloads or 0.7 percent, compared with July 2011. Intermodal volume in July 2012 was 946,071 trailers and ...
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YRC Worldwide agrees with dismissal of ABF Freight System lawsuit
Thursday August 2, 2012
YRC Worldwide Inc. agrees with the ruling by Judge Susan Webber Wright of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Arkansas to dismiss a lawsuit brought by ABF Freight System, Inc. against several parties, including YRC Inc., New Penn Motor ...
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BTS releases North American surface trade numbers for May
Tuesday July 31, 2012
Trade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners, Canada and Mexico, was 8.3 percent higher in May 2012 than in May 2011, totaling $83.8 billion, unadjusted for inflation, according ...
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Eyefortransport recognizes Exel as best North American 3PL
Thursday July 26, 2012
Exel earned the 2012 North American Best 3PL award for pharmaceutical, life sciences and healthcare supply chain during eyefortransport's annual 3PL Summit in Atlanta. Eyefortransport also recognized Exel as a finalist in five other categories including ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Thursday July 26, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending July 21, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 286,254 carloads, down 1.9 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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Gloria Steinem to address women in transportation
Tuesday July 24, 2012
Gloria Steinem, the iconic leader of the women's liberation movement in the late 1960s and 1970s, has been confirmed as the keynote speaker for the 2013 annual conference of WTS International , the association for the professional advancement of women ...
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AAR reports gains in weekly rail traffic
Monday July 23, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported gains in weekly rail traffic for the week ending July 14, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 286,156 carloads, up 1.7 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for ...
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DOT celebrates opening of first American Nippon Sharyo passenger railcar factory
Monday July 23, 2012
Nippon Sharyo today opened its first American railcar manufacturing plant. According to the company, the new factory will employ 250 workers by the end of next year and create additional jobs throughout the company’s American supply-chain. ...
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BTS releases April 2012 airline traffic data
System traffic up 1.6 percent from April 2011
Monday July 23, 2012
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) reported today that U.S. airlines carried 61.5 million scheduled domestic and international passengers in April 2012, 1.5 percent more domestic passengers and ...
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S&P initiates coverage on YRC Worldwide $400 million ABL facility with a '1' recovery rating
Wednesday July 18, 2012
YRC Worldwide Inc. announced that Standard & Poor's Ratings Services (S&P) has initiated coverage on the company's asset-backed loan facility (the ABL Facility). The ABL Facility received a recovery rating of '1', the second highest recovery ...
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Federal Railroad Administration and OSHA sign railroad workers retaliation protection agreement
Tuesday July 17, 2012
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration ( OSHA ) today announced the signing of an agreement to improve coordination ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Monday July 16, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending July 7, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 243,156 carloads, down 1 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for ...
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New Penn drivers win state driving competitions
Thursday July 12, 2012
Two New Penn professional drivers have won top honors for safe-driving skills in the states of Rhode Island and Pennsylvania . Marc Ditomasso placed first in the four-axle class at the Rhode Island Truck Driving Championships. Rich Walton ...
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Wastequip announces new board member
Wednesday July 11, 2012
Wastequip announced the addition of Mr. George Moore to the Board of Directors of Wastequip’s parent holding company, Patriot Container Corp. Mr. Moore is currently Executive Vice President at Rexnord Corporation. Prior to joining ...
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Rail industry joins forces to target hiring 5000 veterans in 2012
Wednesday July 11, 2012
In collaboration with various sectors of the rail industry, the Association of American Railroads (AAR) today announced that the nation’s major freight, intercity passenger, commuter railroads and rail supply companies expect to hire more than ...
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Johnson Controls delivers summer environmental jobs program
Tuesday July 10, 2012
Detroit-area teens are putting their green thumbs to work thanks to Johnson Controls , a global diversified technology and industry leader serving customers in more than 150 countries. Eighty high school students will participate in the Conservation ...
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AAR reports mixed rail traffic for June
Thursday July 5, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported U.S. rail carloads originated in June 2012 totaled 1,140,271, down 1.3 percent compared with June 2011. Intermodal volume in June 2012 totaled 996,022 containers and trailers, up 49,168 ...
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WPRP Wholesale Pallet Rack Products expands Quick Ship to Erie, PA.
Thursday July 5, 2012
Minnesota based pallet rack distributor WPRP Wholesale Pallet Rack Products has expanded, opening up another pallet rack quick ship location in Erie, Pennsylvania 16502. This additional quick ship location will offer Ridg-U-Rak Teardrop pallet rack, ...
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AAR reports gains in weekly rail traffic
Thursday July 5, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported gains in weekly rail traffic for the week ending June 23, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 288,730 carloads, up 1.4 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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QC Industries AS40 conveyors featured in The Amazing Spider-Man
Thursday July 5, 2012
With the release of The Amazing Spider-Man this week, QC Industries conveyors are taking on a new role: movie stars. The firm was chosen to provide low profile conveyors for lab scenes in the movie. Several AS40 Automation Series Conveyors move vials ...
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CONEXPO-CON/AGG & IFPE 2014 set record pace for exhibit space sales
Thursday July 5, 2012
Exhibit space sales are already at a record pace for CONEXPO-CON/AGG & IFPE 2014 - more than 30 percent ahead of the 2011 expositions at the same time in the show cycle. Organizers say many returning exhibitors are taking more space to bring ...
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YRC Freight announces voluntary settlement of Chicago lawsuits
Thursday July 5, 2012
YRC Freight , a subsidiary of YRC Worldwide Inc. announced today that it has voluntarily settled two class action lawsuits alleging racial discrimination and harassment at its Chicago Ridge, Illinois terminal, which closed in 2009. The ...
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Congressional passage of Surface Transportation Bill is positive step forward; Long-term investment needs remain
Statement by AEM Chair Rusty Fowler
Friday June 29, 2012
Following votes in the U.S. House and Senate today to pass the surface transportation bill, Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) Chair and Krone North America President and CEO Rusty Fowler issued the following statement:
"On behalf ...
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Toyota earns recognition as a John Deere “Partner level supplier”
Thursday June 28, 2012
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU) has earned recognition as a Partner-level supplier for 2011 in the John Deere Achieving Excellence Program. The Partner-level status is one of Deere & Company’s highest supplier ratings. The ...
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BTS releases North American surface trade numbers for April
Wednesday June 27, 2012
Trade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners, Canada and Mexico, was 8.2 percent higher in April 2012 than in April 2011, totaling $79.8 billion, according to the Bureau ...
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Crown recognizes top-performing branches and dealers
Wednesday June 27, 2012
Crown Equipment , one of the world’s leading lift truck manufacturers, recently recognized 16 winners with Summit and Ascent Awards for outstanding achievements in sales and customer satisfaction. The annual recognition program honors Crown’s ...
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J D Neuhaus introduces new branding
Monday June 25, 2012
With nearly 270 years of experience in the design and manufacture of high performance handling and lifting equipment, the J D Neuhaus company has updated their ‘logo and slogan’ to a design which more closely represents their latest products, ...
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AAR affirms rail support for America’s reservists, guardsmen and veterans
Friday June 22, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) and the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) today marked the freight rail industry’s long standing commitment to support and hire guardsmen and women and reservists, and pledged to ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Thursday June 21, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending June 16, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 287,036 carloads, down 2.5 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal ...
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ProMat 2011 recognized among top 250 U.S. trade shows
Friday June 15, 2012
ProMat 2011 has been named to the 2011 Trade Show News Network’s (TSNN) U.S. Top 250 Trade Shows list. TSNN’s list represents the top 250 trade shows held last year in the U.S. ranked by net square footage. ProMat 2011 was ranked 80th ...
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Global energy management interest reaches all-time high
Friday June 15, 2012
Eighty-five percent of building owners and operators globally depend on energy management to drive operational efficiency, according to a survey released by Johnson Controls . This represents a 34-point increase in the last two years. Energy cost ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Thursday June 14, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending June 9, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 285,413 carloads, down 1.7 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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With innovative bottle packing equipment, it's a little easier being green
Tuesday June 12, 2012
The effort to be green – that is, reducing one’s overall impact on the environment – has of late gained increasing popularity, particularly in the commercial arena. Many companies have effectively restructured their corporate ...
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Federal Railroad Administration issues final rule on Emergency Notification Systems at highway-rail grade crossings
Signs with toll-free contact numbers will make telephone reporting of emergencies and unsafe conditions easier
Tuesday June 12, 2012
U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today announced new regulations requiring railroads to install signs at highway-rail grade and pathway crossings with telephone numbers the public can use to alert railroad companies to unsafe conditions. “Safety ...
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Equipment distributors join multi-industry push to reinstate 100 percent depreciation bonus
Tuesday June 12, 2012
On June 1, Associated Equipment Distributors joined a coalition of 80 business organizations and companies on a letter to congressional leaders calling for reinstatement of the 100 percent depreciation bonus for 2012. "These bills will provide ...
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TECSYS leverages major customer success
Increases focus on service parts supply management market
Tuesday June 12, 2012
With TECSYS’ supply management solutions already running more than 25% of North America’s CAT dealers’ service parts operations and a significant number of mission-critical parts operations in several other industries, the Company ...
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Freight Railroads mark 4th annual International Level Crossing Awareness Day
Monday June 11, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) joined with the international rail transportation community to raise awareness among motorists and pedestrians about the dangers of railroad grade crossings during the 4 th annual International Level Crossing ...
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Toyota awarded highest honor in New Equipment Digest’s King Awards
Friday June 8, 2012
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU) was honored during New Equipment Digest’s inaugural “King” Awards program. Toyota’s Integrated Lift Truck Scale was awarded “gold,” the highest ranking in the Material ...
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AAR reports mixed rail traffic for May
Weekly rail traffic mixed
Friday June 8, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported U.S. rail carloads originated in May 2012 totaled 1,392,352, down 40,405 carloads or 2.8 percent, compared with May 2011. Intermodal volume in May 2012 was 1,178,312 trailers and containers, ...
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Johnson Controls participates in Green Button initiative for energy efficiency
Friday June 8, 2012
Johnson Controls , a global leader in delivering solutions that increase efficiency in buildings, today announced its participation in the Green Button initiative. This White House-inspired, industry-led initiative, allows commercial and residential ...
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Hacker claims to have stolen millions of LinkedIn passwords
Jeremy C. Owens,San Jose Mercury News (MCT)
Wednesday June 6, 2012
SAN JOSE, Calif. — A hacker claimed that he obtained more than 6 million LinkedIn passwords, leading the Mountain View, Calif., professional-networking service to investigate Wednesday whether its users’ information has been stolen. ...
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SightLogix chosen for perimeter security project at the Jacksonville, Florida Port Authority
Tuesday June 5, 2012
A SightLogix® smart thermal video analytics system has been chosen for deployment at the Jacksonville, Florida Port Authority (JAXPORT) in a project partially funded by a Homeland Security Grant initiative to enhance security at port facilities. ...
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Jamco Inc. doubles its size with new facility
Monday June 4, 2012
Jamco Inc. announces the addition of their new facility in Sanford, Fla. The addition of this facility will double the size of Jamco's current space. With this expansion, it will increase the product offerings and inventory to save their customers time ...
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Panama Maritime Authority approves new container shipping terminal
Transshipment center will help eliminate pressure from U.S. East and Gulf Coast ports that won’t be ready to accommodate the super post-Panamax vessels that will start sailing through the canal after 2014
Friday June 1, 2012
The Panama Maritime Authority (AMP) has granted permits to a private development group for the construction and operation of a new container terminal to be built at the Atlantic entrance of the Panama Canal.
With an estimated construction value ...
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AAR reports gains in weekly rail traffic
Friday June 1, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported gains for weekly rail traffic for the week ending May 26, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 291,381 carloads, up 1.3 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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Terex delivers first Brazilian built rough terrain crane at M&T Expo
Thursday May 31, 2012
Terex Corporation is pleased to announce that they have successfully built and delivered their first locally produced Rough Terrain crane in Brazil. "We are excited about our continued commitment and investments in the Latin American ...
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AKRO-MILS mobile website wins top B2B award
Wednesday May 30, 2012
Hitchcock Fleming & Associates, Inc. and Akro-Mils have been honored by the Web Marketing Association with the 2012 Best B2B Mobile WebAward for the agency’s work on Akro-Mils’ new mobile website. The MobileWebAwards Competition honors ...
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BTS releases North American surface trade numbers for March
March 2012 Surface Trade with Canada and Mexico highest on record, exceeding $85 billion for first time
Tuesday May 29, 2012
Trade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners, Canada and Mexico, was 6.2 percent higher in March 2012 than in March 2011, totaling $85.8 billion, according to the Bureau ...
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AAR Reports Mixed Weekly Rail Traffic
Friday May 25, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending May 19, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 280,565 carloads, down 5 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for ...
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Railroads step up veteran hiring in 2012
One-in-four rail employees former military.
Thursday May 24, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) salutes the men and women who have served in our military and remains committed to its almost 200-year practice of hiring members of the United States armed forces. Today, roughly 25 percent of all rail ...
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NMHG presents United Way with $6,250 check
Wednesday May 23, 2012
NACCO Materials Handling Group, Inc. (NMHG) presented a $6,250 check to United Way of Pitt County during the East Carolina University (ECU) baseball game versus High Point University on Tuesday, May 15. The donation was given for every homerun ...
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AEM Hall of Fame nominations open in June 2012
Monday May 21, 2012
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) announces the 2012 AEM Hall of Fame program. Online nominations will open in June; check the website for details. The AEM Hall of Fame honors the individuals who have invented, built and led the ...
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Volaris Group acquires Wynne Systems from United Rentals
Monday May 21, 2012
Volaris Group today announced it has purchased Wynne Systems, InfoManager Inc. and Wynne Systems EMEA, N.V. from United Rentals. The acquisition expands Volaris’ market presence and strengthens its commitment to the rental management software ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Thursday May 17, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending May 12, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 279,063 carloads, down 5.2 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for the ...
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USDOT proposes groundbreaking rule to prevent rollover crashes for nation’s large trucks, buses
New federal safety standard could prevent more than half of rollovers, help maintain steering control for large commercial vehicles
Wednesday May 16, 2012
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on May 16th proposed a new federal motor vehicle safety standard to require electronic stability control (ESC) systems on large commercial trucks, ...
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Cargo traffic surges at Port of L.A. as Long Beach sees a drop
The Port of Los Angeles records its best April ever. Experts predict a slight increase in cargo traffic for the twin-port complex for the rest of the year.
Ronald D. White, Los Angeles Times
Wednesday May 16, 2012
The ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach — which together constitute the nation's busiest seaport complex — reported very different traffic numbers for April.
Together, they saw only a 1.8% increase for the month compared with a year ...
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Portland Art Museum benefits from electric reach truck donation
Wednesday May 16, 2012
NACCO Materials Handling Group, Inc. (NMHG), in cooperation with its local dealer, Papé Material Handling, Inc. – Portland, has donated one of its Hyster® electric reach trucks to the Portland Art Museum. Hyster Company donated the ...
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Bauer supplies gear motors for crane used to construct world’s longest cable-stayed bridge
Tuesday May 15, 2012
Russky Island is located just off of Vladivostok, Russia, with the Eastern Bosphorous strait separating the island from the Muravyov-Amursky Peninsula. As part of a massive regeneration project, development work began to turn the island into a large-scale, ...
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Ahern Rentals receives extension to propose reorganization plan
Steve Green,Senior Business Reporter VegasInc.
Thursday May 10, 2012
The owner of Nevada-based construction supplier Ahern Rentals Inc. has received a boost in his efforts to maintain control of the company as it works its way through the bankruptcy process.
Ahern, based in Las Vegas and Reno, filed for Chapter ...
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Union Pacific, South Buffalo Railway employees receive 2011 Hammond Award
Thursday May 10, 2012
Joseph Faigl, conductor with Union Pacific Railroad (UP), and Mark Sheffield, mechanical supervisor with the South Buffalo Railway Company received the 2011 Harold F. Hammond Award, honoring individual railroad employees who have demonstrated outstanding ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Thursday May 10, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending May 5, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 276,136 carloads, down 2 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for the week ...
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Titan Machinery acquires Adobe Truck & Equipment, LLC
Represents company’s first dealerships in Colorado
Thursday May 10, 2012
Titan Machinery in February closed on the acquisition of Adobe Truck & Equipment, Colorado division. The acquisition consists of three Case Construction dealerships located in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Loveland, Colorado.
Adobe Truck ...
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BTS releases Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI)
Freight shipments fell 0.8% in March from February
Wednesday May 9, 2012
The amount of freight carried by the for-hire transportation industry fell 0.8 percent in March from February, declining after a one-month increase, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation Statistics’ ...
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MHEDA members enjoying the benefits of networking at annual convention
MHEDA Journal
Tuesday May 8, 2012
The Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association, (MHEDA) 57th Annual Convention was jam-packed on Monday, May 6th with educational speakers and opportunities to network. While the day was very business-oriented, it did begin on a light note ...
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Doosan Infracore selects Servigistics Service Parts Pricing
Tuesday May 8, 2012
Doosan Infracore , has selected Servigistics Service Parts Pricing to optimize and manage pricing globally. Part of Korea's Doosan Corporation, Doosan Infracore manufactures a wide selection of construction equipment, attachments, machine ...
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YRC Freight recognized as NASSTRAC 2012 LTL Carrier of the Year
Tuesday May 8, 2012
The National Shippers Strategic Transportation Council (NASSTRAC) presented its 2012 LTL Carrier of the Year to YRC Freight , a subsidiary of YRC Worldwide Inc at its annual Logistics Conference & Expo. "Since we adopted the new YRC Freight ...
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Kubota Canada commits to parts availability for 20+ years
Tuesday May 8, 2012
Kubota Canada has been introducing groundbreaking tractor and utility vehicles for construction, commercial and residential use for 36 years. With an industry leading reputation for equipment that lasts; Kubota is committed to keeping parts available ...
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YRC Worldwide achieves continued year-over-year first quarter operating improvement
Thursday May 3, 2012
YRC Worldwide Inc . today reported financial results for the first quarter of 2012.
Consolidated operating revenue for the seasonally slow first quarter of 2012 was $1.194 billion , up 6.4% over 2011, and consolidated operating loss was $48.8 ...
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AAR reports mixed rail traffic for April
Weekly rail traffic mixed
Thursday May 3, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported U.S. rail carloads originated in April 2012 totaled 1,113,105, down 64,335 carloads or 5.5 percent, compared with April 2011. Intermodal volume in April 2012 was 946,951 trailers and containers, ...
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BTS releases North American Surface Trade Numbers for February
February 2012 Surface Trade with Canada and Mexico rose 17.4 percent from February 2011
Thursday May 3, 2012
Trade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American neighbors, Canada and Mexico, was 17.4 percent higher in February 2012 than in February 2011, totaling $78.1 billion, according to the Bureau of Transportation ...
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Briggs & LiftOne to open doors in Southeast US as New Hyster® Dealers
Dealers take over for exiting Barloworld
Wednesday May 2, 2012
Briggs Equipment and LiftOne have opened their doors as authorized Hyster ® lift truck dealers in Atlanta and Charlotte, respectively. This follows a late January announcement where Barloworld announced that it had executed letters of interest ...
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YRC Worldwide announces agreement with 100 percent of its lenders
Unanimous vote affirms resounding support of the new management team's renewed focus on LTL leadership agreement provides years of additional financial flexibility
Monday April 30, 2012
YRC Worldwide Inc. has announced that it has reached an agreement with its lenders to reset certain financial covenants over the life of the loans and allow the company to retain all proceeds from the auction of certain surplus properties. ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Thursday April 26, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) has reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending April 21, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 282,262 carloads, down 3.6 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for ...
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São Paulo forklift driver goes viral on his amazing skill
Wednesday April 25, 2012
The São Paulo native is known for two things: His uncanny ability to lift a Brazilian ten-cent piece off the ground and drop it into a water bottle with his trusty Hyster 30-ton forklift — and never buying his own drinks. Click ...
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TMSA to explore transportation growth strategies at annual conference
Conference theme is “Ready, Set, Grow!”
Tuesday April 24, 2012
The Transportation Marketing and Sales Association (TMSA), the only organization that focuses on the unique needs of marketing, sales and communications professionals within the transportation and logistics industries, invites marketing, sales ...
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Reddaway fleet honored for safety performance
Monday April 23, 2012
Reddaway has been honored by two trucking organizations -- the California Trucking Association and the Colorado Motor Carriers Association -- for outstanding safety performance in 2011.
The California Trucking Association (CTA) presented a Fleet ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Thursday April 19, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) has reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending April 14, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 276,789 carloads, down 6.4 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for ...
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TMHU relocates headquarters to Indiana
Monday April 16, 2012
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU) has announced it will be relocating its North American headquarters from Irvine, Calif., to Columbus, Ind. The relocation and eventual closing of the Irvine office will take place in phases, beginning ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Thursday April 12, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending April 7, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 270,974 carloads, down 7.7 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for the week ...
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Hyster Company names Dealer of Distinction recipients
Wednesday April 11, 2012
Hyster Company recently honored its top-performing dealers with its prestigious Dealer of Distinction award. The 2011 award-winning celebration, held on Kiawah Island, S.C., marked the 18 th year that Hyster has honored its dealers for their industry-leading ...
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BTS releases Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI)
Freight shipments rose 0.5% in February from January
Wednesday April 11, 2012
The amount of freight carried by the for-hire transportation industry rose 0.5 percent in February from January, rising after a one-month decline, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation Statistics’ ...
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Crown Equipment continues European expansion with new facilities in Spain
Tuesday April 10, 2012
Crown Equipment Corporation has announced further expansion in the European market with its first company-owned branch location and administrative offices in Spain. The facilities represent a successful effort by the company to firmly establish a ...
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Depreciation bonus extension introduced in Senate
Tuesday April 10, 2012
Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) has introduced a bipartisan bill that would extend the depreciation bonus through 2012 ( S. 2240 ). S. 2240 is a companion measure to legislation introduced in the House by Rep. Patrick Tiberi (R-Ohio) ( ...
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Retail container traffic to increase 3.2 percent in April
Tuesday April 10, 2012
Import cargo volume at the nation’s major retail container ports is expected to increase 3.2 percent in April compared with the same month last year, and year-over-year gains should continue through the end of summer, according to the monthly ...
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Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks announces their top performing “Quest For Excellence" dealer of the year award
Thursday April 5, 2012
Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks , manufacturer of reliable and affordable forklift trucks for hard-working applications, has announced the recipients of the 2012 “Quest For Excellence” Dealer of the Year award. Top performing dealers, ...
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AAR reports mixed rail traffic for March weekly rail traffic mixed
Thursday April 5, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported U.S. rail carloads originated in March 2012 totaled 1,123,298, down 69,190 carloads or 5.8 percent, compared with March 2011. Intermodal volume in March 2012 was 928,350 containers and ...
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Trelleborg supports the rebranded Elite XP and Premia Resilient Tires
Thursday April 5, 2012
Trelleborg Wheel Systems has launched a campaign to promote the rebranding of its high performing resilient tires Elite XP and Premia. The new look tires will feature the Trelleborg brand name and logo on the sidewall.
The Watts Premia has been ...
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Rice Lake acquires Seattle-based Measurement Systems International
Thursday April 5, 2012
Rice Lake Weighing Systems announces the purchase of Measurement Systems International (MSI), a scale equipment manufacturer based in Seattle, Washington.
MSI has been in business in business since 1977 with niche technologies such as ...
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Industrial Scientific to present Webinar on improving safety processes
On Wednesday, April 11, Dave Wagner will present a webinar, “Improving Your Safety Process Through a Thorough Review of Gas Monitoring Data,” hosted by EHS Today magazine.
Wednesday April 4, 2012
Dave Wagner, director of product knowledge at Industrial Scientific , will present a webinar on Wednesday, April 11 at 2 p.m. EDT / 11 a.m. PDT entitled “Improving Your Safety Process Through a Thorough Review of Gas Monitoring Data.” ...
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Altra Industrial Motion gear motor specialist Bauer opens new assembly factory in China
Tuesday April 3, 2012
Bauer Gear Motor, part of Altra Industrial Motion, headquartered in Braintree, Mass., has announced the opening of its first assembly plant in China, a move to streamline the growth of localized sales and support in this expanding region.
Bauer, ...
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Magnetek receives braking systems orders for 10 moveable bridges
Tuesday April 3, 2012
Magnetek, Inc. has been awarded contracts to supply its Mondel Braking Systems for 10 heavy moveable bridge projects located across the United States. The orders, valued at $800,000, are for bridges located in New York, Chicago, Atlantic Beach, ...
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Material Handling Wholesaler is now available in a electronic format
Friday March 30, 2012
Effective with the April 2012 issue you will now have access to Material Handling Wholesaler in a digital format. "We are very excited about the many opportunities this brings to readers. A couple of examples would include the ease ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Thursday March 29, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending March 24, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 278,393 carloads, down 7.2 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for ...
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TVH announces $10 million expansion
Thursday March 29, 2012
TVH on March 15 th broke ground on a $10 million expansion to its Olathe, Kansas operations and will remodeling existing space. The expansion will give TVH an additional 213,018 sq ft. with a completion date of late October. “Several ...
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I Make America and equipment manufacturers renew urgent call to U.S. House to pass highway bill
Thursday March 29, 2012
In response to today's action by the U.S. House of Representatives to pass a 90-day extension of the federal surface transportation programs, Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) President Dennis Slater issued the following statement ...
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HTAA unveiling the details of the new Healthy Trucking Driver Vitality Program at summit
Wednesday March 28, 2012
As the Trucking industry’s authority on Driver Health and Wellness, the Healthy Trucking Association of America (HTAA) announced at the Mid-America Trucking Show that they have pioneered another breakthrough in their ongoing efforts to improve ...
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PSS Distribution Services chosen as Juan Valdez’s® 3PL transportation services provider
Leading 3PL Logistics and warehousing company PSS Distribution Services has recently agreed in principal to provide distribution services for Juan Valdez®.
Tuesday March 27, 2012
3PL warehousing and transportation company PSS Distribution Services has agreed in principal to provide distribution services for Juan Valdez®, a company whose name is synonymous with Colombian coffee and is well established in the ...
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The March 2012 MCI-EFI survey points to optimism in the industry
Tuesday March 27, 2012
The economic confidence in the equipment finance market is 61.7, up from the February index of 59.6, indicating industry participants are optimistic despite concerns of higher gas prices and the presidential elections in November, according to the ...
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BTS releases North American Surface Trade numbers for January
January 2012 Surface Trade with Canada and Mexico Rose 11.5 percent from January 2011
Tuesday March 27, 2012
Trade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American neighbors, Canada and Mexico, was 11.5 percent higher in January 2012 than in January 2011, totaling $75.5 billion, according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics ...
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Caterpillar announces expansion of manufacturing facility in Sumter, S.C.
Friday March 23, 2012
Caterpillar Inc . recentlly announced plans to expand its manufacturing facility in Sumter, S.C., that will nearly triple the square footage. The facility currently produces small hydraulic cylinders used in a variety of Cat products. The additional ...
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DHL Supply Chain moves the fashion world with new Hugo Boss partnership
Friday March 23, 2012
With the goal of improving its logistics operations in Mexico, Hugo Boss , the German fashion powerhouse, has partnered with DHL Supply Chain, a global leader in logistics and sister company to Exel , to execute the warehousing, distribution and ...
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Crown Equipment announces first company-owned retail dealership achieves zero landfill status
Thursday March 22, 2012
Crown Equipment Corporation announced that its Crown Lift Trucks branch in Dayton, Ohio , achieved zero landfill status. The facility is the first company-owned retail dealership and the third Crown facility to fully divert its waste from landfills ...
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Acuity Brands Lighting and BlueScope Buildings sign exclusive agreement to provide daylighting for standing seam metal roofing systems
Thursday March 22, 2012
Acuity Brands, Inc . a provider in innovative energy-efficient lighting, lighting controls, and daylighting solutions, has announced an exclusive agreement between Acuity Brands Lighting and BlueScope Buildings North America to provide a daylighting ...
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Columbia Machine launches oldest palletizer contest
The winning customer will be recognized at the 75 Years celebration at Columbia Machine, Inc. on Aug. 18th
Thursday March 22, 2012
In honor of Columbia Machine’s 75 year celebration, a contest is being held to identify the oldest operating Columbia palletizer. The customer that is identified to have the oldest operating Columbia palletizer will receive a $10,000 parts ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Thursday March 22, 2012
The Association of American Railroad s (AAR) reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending March 17, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 278,420 carloads, down 5.3 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for ...
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BTS releases North American surface trade statistics for 2011
2011 Surface Trade with Canada and Mexico rose 14.3 percent from 2010
Wednesday March 21, 2012
Surface transportation trade between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners Canada and Mexico increased by 14.3 percent in 2011 compared to 2010, valued at $904 billion in 2011, according to the Bureau ...
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Material Handling Wholesaler switches email providers
Tuesday March 20, 2012
Material Handling Wholesaler circulation manager Linda Flannery announced that starting with the March 27th issue of Wholesaler Weekly it will be sent out by utilizing another IP address.
"With technology changing everyday we will have the ability ...
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Amazon.com to acquire Kiva Systems, Inc.
Tuesday March 20, 2012
Amazon.com Inc . has announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire Kiva Systems, Inc . "Amazon has long used automation in its fulfillment centers, and Kiva's technology is another way to improve productivity by bringing the products ...
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Senate approves highway bill a major step forward, says AED
Tuesday March 20, 2012
On March 14, the Senate approved its highway bill, Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) ( S.1813 ), 74-22, handing AED and its construction industry allies a major victory. Twenty-two Republicans joined a united Democratic ...
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Johnson Controls named one of 'World's Most Ethical Companies' for sixth consecutive year
Friday March 16, 2012
Johnson Controls has been named one of the "World's Most Ethical Companies" for the sixth consecutive year by the Ethisphere Institute. Ethisphere is dedicated to the creation, advancement and sharing of best practices in business ethics, corporate ...
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World of Asphalt and AGG1 2012 shows are a huge success
Record-breaking numbers for attendee registrations, exhibit space, number of exhibitors and education
Friday March 16, 2012
The just-concluded 2012 World of Asphalt and AGG1 expositions were an unqualified success, posting record numbers for attendee registrants as well as amount of exhibit space, number of exhibitors and number of education session tickets sold. ...
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Mitsubishi Forklift Truck donation helps local Boy Scout Troops raise money
Boy Scouts of America Troops 533 and Troop 1907 of Cypress, Texas, raise $27,000 during fertilizer and mulch fundraiser
Thursday March 15, 2012
Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks of Houston , the factory dealership owned by Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc. (MCFA), donated a FG25N-LP 5,000 pound capacity internal combustion pneumatic tire Mitsubishi forklift truck to the Boy Scouts of ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Thursday March 15, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported mixed weekly rail traffic for the week ending March 10, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 278,728 carloads, down 4.8 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for the ...
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MHIA donates $6,700 to establish fund honoring Allan Howie
Thursday March 15, 2012
Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) recently donated $6,700 from the participants in its first-ever Industry Night to the Material Handling Education Foundation, Inc. (MHEFI). The donation will go toward the establishment of the Allan ...
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MHIA holds successful inaugural MODEX Expo
Thursday March 15, 2012
As an indicator of the continued economic recovery of the manufacturing and supply chain industries, U.S. and international attendees registered in large numbers for the inaugural MODEX expo held February 6-9 in Atlanta's Georgia World Congress ...
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BTS releases Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI)
Freight shipments fell 3.6% in January from December
Wednesday March 14, 2012
The amount of freight carried by the for-hire transportation industry fell 3.6 percent in January from December, declining after five consecutive monthly increases, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation ...
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T M Logistics purchases Nissan's 200,000 forklift
Wednesday March 14, 2012
Nissan Forklift Corporation announced that its 200,000 th forklift rolled off the manufacturing line at its Marengo, Illinois facility in 2011. The 200,000 th forklift, a Platinum II 3,500-pound Cushion I.C. forklift , is owned and operated by ...
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Record-breaking attendance at 2012 World of Asphalt and AGG1 shows
Crowded aisles and tremendous energy at industry gathering place
Wednesday March 14, 2012
The 2012 World of Asphalt Show & Conference and AGG1 Aggregates Forum & Expo opened Tuesday, March 13 with enthusiastic crowds and plenty of interaction on the show floor and in the classroom education sessions. There was a very positive ...
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H&E Equipment Services increases revenue by 24 percent in 2011
Tuesday March 13, 2012
H&E Equipment Services, Inc. recently announced operating results for the fourth quarter and year ending December 31, 2011.
Revenues increased 24.3 percent to $217.0 million versus $174.6 million a year ago. Revenues increased 17.8 percent ...
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Johnson Controls announces price increase for lead-acid batteries
Monday March 12, 2012
As a result of increasing environmental, health and safety standards and the investments required to support them, Johnson Controls, Inc. , will implement an 8 percent price increase on lead-acid batteries sold in the United States and Canada for orders ...
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BTS: December 2011 surface trade with Canada, Mexico up 11.6 percent
Tuesday March 6, 2012
Trade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American neighbors, Canada and Mexico, was 11.6 percent higher in December 2011 than in December 2010, totaling $74.2 billion, according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics ...
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India Material Handling and Logistics Show set for April 26-28
Monday March 5, 2012
The India Material Handling and Logistics Show 2012 will be held at India Expo Centre, Greater Noida from April 26-28 under 4 zones.
This will be an exclusive event bringing under its banner national and international exhibitors from across Warehousing, ...
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Iowa Pacific Holdings becomes newest member of AAR
Friday March 2, 2012
The Association of American Railroads has announced that Iowa Pacific Holdings (IPH) has become its newest full member. Based in Chicago, IPH is a privately-held company that provides freight and passenger rail service in six states and the United ...
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| Tuesday February 28, 2012 |
Toyota Industrial Equipment Mfg., Inc. named Company of the Year
Tuesday February 28, 2012
Toyota recently announced its Columbus, Ind., manufacturing plant, Toyota Industrial Equipment Mfg., Inc. (TIEM), was recognized as “Company of the Year” by the Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce. TIEM was presented the award at the chamber’s ...
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Nissan Forklift announces Pinnacle Award winners
Monday February 27, 2012
Nissan Forklift Corporation announced its Pinnacle Sales and Emeritus Award winners for 2011. Chad Lentz and Brett Levin join other top sales professionals who have been honored with Pinnacle Awards.
Nissan Forklift recognizes Chad Lentz as the ...
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February 23: AAR reports decrease in weekly rail traffic
Friday February 24, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported a decline in weekly rail traffic for the week ending February 18, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 281,989 carloads, down 5.2 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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| Tuesday February 21, 2012 |
Nissan Forklift announces Sunbelt Industrial Trucks as new dealer in north Texas
Tuesday February 21, 2012
Nissan Forklift Corporation announced Sunbelt Industrial Trucks as a new authorized dealer in north Texas, covering the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Sunbelt Industrial Trucks now offers new Nissan Forklift lift trucks in all five classes, genuine ...
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Lista unveils all new website
Offers improved navigation, expanded content, resource center
Friday February 17, 2012
Lista International Corporation announces that it has launched its new website, www.listaintl.com , redesigned from the ground up to function as a comprehensive, easy to use, and inspirational resource for potential customers. Improved navigation makes ...
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| Tuesday February 14, 2012 |
Nissan Forklift Corporation launches University of Nissan Forklift
Tuesday February 14, 2012
Nissan Forklift Corporation launched the University of Nissan Forklift and its College of Technical Service on January 1, 2012.
The University of Nissan Forklift’s mission is to create a state-of-the-art educational platform that establishes ...
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enVista announces 49 percent growth year-over-year
Monday February 13, 2012
enVista , an enterprise and supply chain consulting services firm, announced it has attained 49 percent year over year growth in 2011. The company’s considerable growth follows 35 percent growth in 2010. enVista was recognized as one of the fastest-growing, ...
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Ahern Rentals announces approval of DIP financing
Tuesday February 7, 2012
Ahern Rentals, Inc. , a leader in the equipment rental industry, has announced that on Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Nevada in Reno, Nevada approved the final Debtor-in-Possession (DIP) financing with ...
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Blue Giant opens new stocking location in Los Angeles
Tuesday February 7, 2012
Blue Giant Equipment Corporation is pleased to announce the opening of a new dock equipment and parts stocking location near Los Angeles, Calif.
“Increased demand in the western U.S. made us decide to open a location that would give customers ...
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CJ, Hitachi Construction Machinery and Nissan agree to integrate forklift businesses
Friday February 3, 2012
Innovation Network Corporation of Japan (“INCJ”), Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (“Hitachi Construction Machinery”) and Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (“Nissan”), announced in November 2011 that they have signed ...
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MCFA announces representation changes in North, South Carolina
Friday February 3, 2012
Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc. (MCFA) announced it has appointed G&W Equipment , Inc. to represent its three flagship brands (Cat® lift trucks, Mitsubishi forklift trucks and Jungheinrich® warehouse products) in the western ...
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Amerityre appoints Southwest distribution partner
Tuesday January 31, 2012
Amerityre Corp. has announced the appointment of Affordable Turf & Specialty Tire as the company’s distributor of solid polyurethane foam tire products for Arizona, California, New Mexico, Nevada, and Utah. Affordable Turf and Specialty ...
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Datalogic completes acquisition of Accu-Sort Systems Inc.
Monday January 30, 2012
Datalogic S.p.A. has announced it has completed the acquisition, through certain of its subsidiaries, of Accu-Sort Systems Inc. , from certain subsidiaries of Danaher Corporation.
“The acquisition of Accu-Sort will enable Datalogic to ...
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| Wednesday January 25, 2012 |
Briggs International announces proposed acquisition of Hyster Lift Truck assets, facilities from Barloworld Handling
Wednesday January 25, 2012
Briggs International, Inc ., has announced its subsidiary, Briggs Equipment, has executed a letter of interest to acquire a portion of Barloworld Handling’s assets. With this acquisition, Hyster Company will appoint Briggs as an authorized ...
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New distribution for Hyster Company in South, Southeast U.S.
Wednesday January 25, 2012
Some time ago, Barloworld advised NACCO Materials Handling Group of their strategic intent to consider exiting the materials handling business in the United States. Over the past several months, they have worked with Barloworld to enable them to ...
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LiftOne announces Hyster® Lift Truck asset acquisition, facility assumption from Barloworld Handling
Wednesday January 25, 2012
LiftOne , a division of Carolina Tractor with headquarters in Charlotte, N.C., announced it has executed a letter of interest to acquire a portion of Barloworld Handling’s assets relating to Hyster® lift trucks . LiftOne will also be appointed ...
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Manitex International announces record end-of-2011 backlog
Tuesday January 24, 2012
Manitex International, Inc. , a provider of engineered lifting solutions including boom truck cranes, rough terrain forklifts, container handling equipment and special mission oriented vehicles, announced it expects to report a consolidated order backlog ...
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January 23: AAR reports increase in weekly rail traffic
Monday January 23, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported an increase in weekly rail traffic for the week ending January 14, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 298,560 carloads, up 5.5 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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Nissan Forklift launches NFCdirect.com, enhanced e-commerce parts portal
Friday January 20, 2012
Nissan Forklift Corporation recently launched NFCdirect.com, a new online portal for Nissan Forklift’s dealers and other partners.
NFCdirect.com allows Nissan Forklift to provide more personalized content to its partners and simplifies many ...
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Nissan Forklift Corporation produced 200,000th forklift in 2011
Tuesday January 17, 2012
Nissan Forklift Corporation announced that the 200,000 th forklift rolled off the manufacturing line at its Marengo, Ill. facility in 2011.
The milestone marks the production of 200,000 Nissan and Barrett branded forklift trucks.
The Nissan ...
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Toyota honored by IndustryWeek magazine’s North American best plants competition
Monday January 16, 2012
Toyota has announced its Columbus, Ind., manufacturing plant, Toyota Industrial Equipment Mfg., Inc. (TIEM), has been selected by IndustryWeek Magazine as one of the 10 Best Plants in North America. The competition is part of IndustryWeek’s ...
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BTS Releases Freight Transportation Services Index
Freight shipments rose 0.1% in November from October
Friday January 13, 2012
The amount of freight carried by the for-hire transportation industry rose 0.1 percent in November from October, rising after one monthly decrease, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation's Bureau of Transportation Statistics' (BTS) Freight ...
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| Thursday January 12, 2012 |
January 12: AAR reports decrease in weekly rail traffic
Thursday January 12, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported a decrease in weekly rail traffic for the week ending January 7, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 274,862 carloads, down 3.7 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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Aigner Index creates new, wholly owned subsidiary
Tuesday January 10, 2012
Aigner Index, Inc. , a leading manufacturer and distributor of insertable, plastic label holders for the material handling and library industries, has established a new, wholly owned subsidiary, Aigner Label Holder Corporation.
Aigner Label Holder ...
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Nucor announces plan to close Nuconsteel
Monday January 9, 2012
Nucor Corporation announced it will exit the business of fabricating light gauge steel framing and therefore will close its Nuconsteel division. Nuconsteel has operations in Denton, Texas, and Dallas, Georgia. Nucor entered the residential and commercial ...
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Nashville Wire Products buys AWP Industries
Friday January 6, 2012
Nashville Wire Products Mfg. Co. has purchased substantially all of the assets of their leading competitor AWP Industries of Frankfort, Ky. The acquisition, which was finalized on December 30, establishes Nashville Wire as a leading manufacturer of ...
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AAR reports gains for 2011 rail traffic
Monthly traffic makes record gains
Friday January 6, 2012
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported gains in 2011 rail traffic compared with last year, with U.S. railroads originating 15.2 million carloads, up 2.2 percent over 2010 and up 9.7 percent over 2009. Total U.S. rail intermodal volume ...
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Systems Material Handling changes name effective January 1
Tuesday January 3, 2012
Systems Material Handling SMH® has announced that they are changing their corporate name in the Americas. They will no longer be known as Systems Material Handling Company (SMH®). As of January 1, 2012 their company name in the Americas will ...
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Ahern Rentals announces Chapter 11 filing
Tuesday January 3, 2012
Ahern Rentals Inc. , a leader in the equipment rental industry, has announced it has filed a voluntary petition for Chapter 11 reorganization in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Nevada in Reno, Nev. The Company also announced ...
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| Tuesday December 27, 2011 |
Clark wins 2011 Kemi Destiny Award
Tuesday December 27, 2011
Clark Material Handling Company , an assembler and distributor of Clark forklifts and accessories, is a winner of the 2011 KEMI Destiny Award presented by Kentucky Employers' Mutual Insurance (KEMI). KEMI is a mutual insurance company providing ...
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NMHG’s Berea facility named Plant Engineering’s 2011 Top Plant
Monday December 26, 2011
NACCO Materials Handling Group, Inc.’s (NMHG) Berea, Ky., manufacturing facility was honored recently with Plant Engineering’s prestigious 2011 Top Plant Award.
The 2011 Top Plant Award recognizes manufacturing ...
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Toyota Associates spread holiday JOY
Holiday food drives help local communities, Associate giving programs benefit local charities
Friday December 23, 2011
Toyota Material Handling U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU), has announced that as a result of its associate giving programs and a food drive, a combined total of 1,714 meals will be donated to Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County , Calif., and the Love Chapel ...
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AEM releases annual construction equipment business survey
Stronger 2011 sales expected, slower growth 2012 through 2014
Friday December 23, 2011
Construction equipment manufacturers anticipate overall business to close out 2011 with double-digit increases over last year in the U.S., Canada and worldwide. Growth is expected to continue but at a slower pace for 2012 through 2014, according to ...
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| Thursday December 22, 2011 |
Material Handling Education Foundation, Inc. asks for year-end contribution
Thursday December 22, 2011
The Material Handling Education Foundation is asking the industry to consider a year end tax-deductable contribution to promote awareness and education in material handling.
"The members of the Board of Directors of the Material Handling ...
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Material Handling Wholesaler office hours for the holiday season
Thursday December 22, 2011
The offices of Material Handling Wholesaler will be closed on Monday, December 26th and Monday, January 2, 2012. The offices will re-open at 8 AM (CDT) on Tuesday, December 27th and Tuesday, January 3, 2012.
The deadline for the February ...
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| Tuesday December 20, 2011 |
Keytroller announces nomination for Plant Engineering Magazine’s Product of the Year
Tuesday December 20, 2011
Keytroller, LLC is proud to announce that it’s new generation LCD601 access monitoring system for forklifts and equipment is a finalist for the Plant Engineering Magazine Product of the Year in the Material Handling category.
The ...
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Hyster Company wins seven awards
Monday December 19, 2011
Hyster Company won seven Business Marketing Association (BMA) ProAd awards at the 31 st annual ProAd Awards ceremony held recently in Charlotte, N.C. BMA ProAd Awards recognize excellence in business marketing communications.
Hyster received awards ...
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G.W. Van Keppel Company joins Heli Americas team
Friday December 16, 2011
The G.W. Van Keppel Company of Kansas City, Kan., with 85 years of material handling experience, has joined the Heli Americas team of authorized dealers.
“G.W. Van Keppel’s long standing reputation in the material handling industry ...
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| Thursday December 15, 2011 |
Truck drivers face cell phone ban
MHEDA Journal December 15, 2011
Thursday December 15, 2011
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced a new final rule that specifically prohibits interstate truck drivers from using handheld cell phones while operating their vehicles. The joint rule from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ...
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| Wednesday December 14, 2011 |
New Las Vegas location on tap for The Rental Show 2013
Wednesday December 14, 2011
When The Rental Show returns to Las Vegas in 2013, it will be to a new venue: the Sands Expo and Convention Center. The Venetian and The Palazzo will be the headquarters hotels.
The Rental Show 2013 will be Feb. 10-13, keeping with the ...
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| Tuesday December 13, 2011 |
Columbus McKinnon restores former plant into training center
Tuesday December 13, 2011
Columbus McKinnon Corporation has renovated the original Columbus McKinnon Headquarters (most recently the LodeRail production plant) in Tonawanda, N.Y. into a new training center. This state-of-the art facility will hold classes for certification ...
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RAVAS MForks nominated for FLTA Awards
Monday December 12, 2011
The British Fork Lift Truck Association have nominated RAVAS MForks for the Awards for Excellence 2012, category Safety. The FLTA is internationally recognized as a leading independent authority on fork lift trucks. It exists to maintain and raise ...
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AAR reports gains for November rail traffic
Weekly rail traffic continues to make gains
Friday December 9, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) has reported gains in November 2011 rail traffic compared with the same month last year, with U.S. railroads originating 1,476,635 carloads, up 2.3 percent, and 1,162,249 trailers and containers, up 3.8 ...
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| Thursday December 8, 2011 |
United Rentals acquires Blue Mountain Equipment Rental Corporation
Thursday December 8, 2011
United Rentals, Inc . has acquired the assets of Blue Mountain Equipment Rental Corporation, a company with locations in Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Blue Mountain is almost exclusively focused on the industrial segment with a special concentration ...
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Man sentenced in murder of Forklifts of Toledo executive
Tuesday December 6, 2011
A jury of six men and six women deliberated for just more than two hours last month before convicting Mark Langlois of aggravated murder in the death of his boss.
Langlois, 51, was found guilty of one count of aggravated murder and an alternate count ...
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Toyota honored with Indiana Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence
Monday December 5, 2011
Toyota has announced its Columbus, Ind., manufacturing plant, Toyota Industrial Equipment Mfg., Inc. (TIEM), was awarded the Indiana Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence in the category Five Years of Continuous Improvement. This is ...
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Amerityre Q-1 revenues up 47 percent
Friday December 2, 2011
Amerityre recently announced Q-1 revenue improvement of 47 percent over previous year.
Sales are being driven by recent new product introductions into the material handling and agriculture industries. Management believes this trend will continue ...
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Alaska Railroad joins AAR
Friday December 2, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) has announced the Alaska Railroad has become its newest member.
Established in 1914, the Alaska Railroad Corporation (ARRC) is a full service railroad serving ports and communities from the Gulf of ...
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| Thursday December 1, 2011 |
November 26: AAR reports gains in weekly rail traffic
Thursday December 1, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported gains in weekly rail traffic, with U.S. railroads originating 265,304 carloads for the week ending Nov. 26, 2011, up 4 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for the week ...
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| Wednesday November 30, 2011 |
Economic forecast for 2012? Continued uncertainty
Wednesday November 30, 2011
What's the economic forecast for 2012? Continued uncertainty, according to Keith Prather, managing director of Armada Corporate Intelligence and a respected transportation industry expert. "2012 will kick off with inventory rebuilding activity ...
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Surface trade with Canada, Mexico rose 13.8 percent from September 2010
Wednesday November 30, 2011
Trade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American neighbors, Canada and Mexico, was 13.8 percent higher in September 2011 than in September 2010, totaling $77.7 billion, according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics ...
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U.S. Xpress expands its coast-to-coast Reefer Team Service
Additional plans to nearly triple refrigerated fleet by end of 2012
Wednesday November 30, 2011
U.S. Xpress Enterprises, a provider of transportation services throughout North America, has recently expanded its coast-to-coast temperature-controlled expedited team service. This expansion brings the total of U.S. Xpress reefer trucks ...
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| Tuesday November 29, 2011 |
Crown Forklift User Survey finds sustainability, efficiency key concerns as fleets expand
Tuesday November 29, 2011
Crown Equipment Corporation recently released results of its proprietary Forklift User Survey . The survey, which was conducted in late summer, represents feedback from approximately 600 forklift users involved in the purchase of lifts trucks in ...
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Safway Services, LLC acquires Waco Scaffolding & Equipment
Monday November 28, 2011
Safway Services, LLC has announced the acquisition of Waco Scaffolding & Equipment, a provider of scaffolding and access equipment and services. Safway acquired the company in an auction held Nov. 10 as part of Waco’s bankruptcy proceedings. ...
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November 23: AAR reports gains in weekly rail traffic
Friday November 25, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported gains in weekly rail traffic, with U.S. railroads originating 301,919 carloads for the week ending Nov. 19, 2011, up 1.1 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for the ...
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| Tuesday November 22, 2011 |
Clark appoints All Lift Service, Inc. as authorized dealer in Cleveland
Tuesday November 22, 2011
CLARK Material Handling Company has announced it has appointed All Lift Service, Inc. as an authorized distributor of CLARK products in the Cleveland, Ohio market. All Lift Service is a full service CLARK dealer, featuring full sales and service ...
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Jungheinrich® warehouse products nominated for product of the year
Monday November 21, 2011
Jungheinrich ® has been informed that two of its lift trucks, the EKS 208 order picker and ETV Q20 / ETV Q25 moving mast reach truck, are in the running for Plant Engineering’s 2011 Product of the Year under the Material Handling Systems ...
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Bobcat announces price increase
Friday November 18, 2011
Bobcat Co. will raise the price of power units, attachments and select loader options effective Dec. 1. Bobcat models scheduled to become 2012 interim Tier 4 compliant will increase by 5.25 percent on Dec. 1. This is the lesser of two planned price ...
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| Thursday November 17, 2011 |
November 17: AAR reports gains in weekly rail traffic
Thursday November 17, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported gains in weekly rail traffic, with U.S. railroads originating 299,591 carloads for the week ending Nov. 12, 2011, up 0.5 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for the ...
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| Wednesday November 16, 2011 |
Railroads recognized for commitment to military veterans
G.I. Jobs names five Class I railroads to Top 100 Military Friendly Employers list
Wednesday November 16, 2011
The freight railroad industry has been recognized for the seventh consecutive year by G.I. Jobs magazine, the nation’s premier career guide for military job-seekers, for their commitment to hiring military veterans. The magazine named five Class ...
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| Tuesday November 15, 2011 |
Atlet US announcement: Options for on-going parts, service support
Tuesday November 15, 2011
As was announced on August 31st, Atlet US will be closing and will cease operations by December 15th, 2011. Atlet Inc and Nissan Forklift Corporation (NFC) are partnering to ensure that customers continue to have parts, service and technical support ...
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Quantum to open wire shelving distribution center in Philadelphia
Monday November 14, 2011
Quantum Storage System , the nation’s leading manufacturer and supplier of bins, bin storage systems and wire shelving, is pleased to announce the January 2012 opening of its second largest U.S. wire shelving & carts distribution center. ...
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Polymer Solutions International wins award for Best Product Innovation
Friday November 11, 2011
Polymer Solutions International Inc. received the “Best Product Innovation” Aqua Award for the innovative design of its ProStack® Double Leg Ratchet Pallet earlier this year. The award was accepted on behalf of Polymer Solutions International ...
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| Thursday November 10, 2011 |
AEM elects 2012 officers
Thursday November 10, 2011
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has announced its newly-elected 2012 officers:
• Chair is Russell Fowler, President & CEO of Krone NA Inc., Memphis, Tennessee.
• Vice Chair is Stuart Levenick, Group President of ...
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Clark Americas announces addition of new factory
Mexico facility will support increased demand
Tuesday November 8, 2011
Clark Material Handling Company has announced it is adding capacity to its North American operations with the addition of a new facility in San Luis Potosi, Mexico. This new facility, scheduled to be completed this month, will play a critical role ...
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Crown Equipment commemorates 25 years of manufacturing in Germany
Monday November 7, 2011
Crown Equipment Corporation is celebrating 25 years of manufacturing lift trucks for European and global markets at its Roding, Germany, facility.
Selected for its prime European location and skilled workforce, Roding has been home to Crown manufacturing ...
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AAR reports gains in October rail traffic
Weekly rail traffic continues to make gains
Friday November 4, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported gains in October 2011 rail traffic compared with the same month last year, with U.S. railroads originating 1,215,627 carloads, up 1.7 percent, and 975,566 trailers and containers, up 3.6 percent. ...
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| Wednesday November 2, 2011 |
August 2011 surface trade with Canada, Mexico up 18.3 percent
Wednesday November 2, 2011
Trade using surface transportation between the U.S. and its North American neighbors, Canada and Mexico, was 18.3 percent higher in August 2011 than in August 2010, totaling $80.4 billion, according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) of ...
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Crown lift trucks make light work of heavy-duty pumpkins
Tuesday November 1, 2011
Moving giant pumpkins weighing more than 1,000 pounds in a crowd of people is no small feat. Crown Equipment recently supplied its Crown C-5 Series pneumatic tire forklift to safely transport the winning 1,370-pound pumpkin during the annual Pumpkinfest ...
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Nissan Forklift announces winners of Service Excellence Awards
Tuesday November 1, 2011
Nissan Forklift Corporation has announced the winners of its Service Excellence Awards for the past year.
Nissan Forklift dealerships that participate in the Service Excellence Program meet standards in financial performance, employee competence, ...
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Toyota launches enhanced website
Monday October 31, 2011
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU) has announced it has launched a new enhanced website: www.toyotaforklift.com . In an effort to support the company’s continued growth initiatives, the new site provides detailed product information ...
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Railroad Industry Awards 2011 Professional Environmental Excellence Award to David Powell of Genesee & Wyoming
Friday October 28, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) has awarded the 2011 Professional Environmental Excellence Award to Genesee & Wyoming (GWI) Vice President for Motive Power David Powell. Based in Jacksonville, Fla., Powell has 19 years of environmental ...
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Hyster Company named Supplier of the Year
Tuesday October 25, 2011
Hyster Company has been named Supplier of the Year by ZF Group North American Operations. Hyster was one of three companies to receive the supplier of the year award for a main category purchase type. Hyster was selected as the winner for indirect ...
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Toyota honors top suppliers with annual Quality Cost Delivery award
Monday October 24, 2011
Toyota Industrial Equipment Mfg., Inc. (TIEM), the Indiana-based plant responsible for manufacturing the vast majority of Toyota’s lift trucks sold in North America, announced the winners of its annual Supplier of the Year Award. The Quality ...
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Konecranes wins landmark coker crane order from Indian Oil Company Ltd.
Friday October 21, 2011
Indian Oil Company Ltd. (IOCL) has placed a purchase order for supply of a coker crane via Global / International public tender directly with Konecranes for its new Delayed Coker Unit at Paradip Refinery Project. Paradip is located in the Indian ...
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October 21: AAR reports mixed results weekly rail traffic
Friday October 21, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported mixed results for weekly rail traffic, with U.S. railroads originating 303,363 carloads for the week ending Oct. 15, 2011, which is flat compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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| Thursday October 20, 2011 |
Brunel Award winners recognized by DOT, FRA
44 projects from 12 nations recognized for excellence in design
Thursday October 20, 2011
U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood, together with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Administrator Joe Szabo, International Union of Railways (UIC) Director General Jean-Pierre Loubinoux and Center for Industrial Design in Transportation ...
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Associated partners with Robert Morris University to increase material handling industry awareness
Tuesday October 18, 2011
In an effort to increase awareness about the value that the material handling industry provides to the supply chain, Associated has partnered with Robert Morris University’s (RMU) Morris Graduate School of Management in an experiential learning ...
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Riekes Equipment Co. achieves MHEDA Most Valuable Partner status
Monday October 17, 2011
Riekes Equipment Co. has achieved Most Valuable Partner (MVP) status, a credential earned by the distributor and then announced by MHEDA (Material Handling Equipment Dealers Association). Riekes Equipment is the fourth company of the association’s ...
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MH Equipment hosts open house
Friday October 14, 2011
MH Equipment hosted its first St. Louis Open House on October 5. The event served as an introduction of MH Equipment to their newly acquired Hyster and Yale territory as well as an educational opportunity for customers and prospects to learn more on ...
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| Thursday October 13, 2011 |
October 13: AAR reports gains in weekly rail traffic
Thursday October 13, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported a gain in weekly rail traffic, with U.S. railroads originating 302,500 carloads for the week ending October 8, 2011, up 2.1 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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| Wednesday October 12, 2011 |
ICUEE 2011 is 2nd largest in show history – industry looks to the future
Wednesday October 12, 2011
The just-held ICUEE 2011 was a tremendous success, attracting nearly 16,600 registered attendees to make it the second largest in show history. More than 800 exhibitors took more than 1.1 million net square feet for product displays and extensive ...
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Voxware becomes first warehouse voice vendor to support Android
Development paves way for increased customer choice and greater business value
Monday October 10, 2011
Voxware recently became the first voice software company serving the supply chain market to announce support for Google’s Android operating system. Voxware’s voice recognition software has been ported to operate on Android and verified ...
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AAR reports gains for September rail traffic
Freight rail industry continues to add jobs, take rail cars out of storage
Friday October 7, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reports gains for September rail traffic compared with the same month last year, with U.S. railroads originating 1,195,671 carloads, up 1.1 percent, and 949,606 trailers and containers, up 2.3 percent. Through ...
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| Wednesday October 5, 2011 |
FedEx Express announces launch of ground express service in India
Wednesday October 5, 2011
FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. , has announced the launch of FedEx Economy, an intra-India, door-to-door, day-definite express delivery service for ground consignments. With this launch FedEx Express offers businesses in India a complete ...
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MHIA announces executive leadership changes
Tuesday October 4, 2011
The Board of Governors of Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) has announced John B. Nofsinger, Chief Executive Officer of MHIA since 1999, will retire on December 31, 2011. George W. Prest, Chief Operating Officer of MHIA, will succeed Nofsinger ...
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| Friday September 30, 2011 |
AAR reports gains for weekly rail traffic
Weekly North America intermodal volume sets record
Friday September 30, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported gains for weekly rail traffic, with U.S. railroads originating 305,133 carloads for the week ending September 24, 2011, up 1.1 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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Rochester Institute of Technology adds Pick-to-Light system to Toyota Production Systems Laboratory
Friday September 30, 2011
The Rochester Institute of Technology installed two Pick-to-Light products from Lightning Pick Technologies in their Toyota Production Systems Laboratory in July. The TPS lab provides hands-on education in fundamental production line behavior, focusing ...
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| Thursday September 29, 2011 |
George Prest named CEO of Material Handling Industry of America
Thursday September 29, 2011
The Board of Governors of Material Handling Industry is pleased to announce the appointment of George W. Prest to the position of Chief Executive Officer of Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA). Mr. Prest will succeed John Nofsinger at ...
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| Wednesday September 28, 2011 |
MHIA announces CEO John Nofsinger’s retirement
Wednesday September 28, 2011
The Board of Governors of Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) announces that John B. Nofsinger, Chief Executive Officer of MHIA since 1999, will retire on December 31, 2011. George W. Prest, Chief Operating Officer of MHIA, will succeed ...
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| Tuesday September 27, 2011 |
November 14 trial date set in death of Forklifts of Toledo executive
Tuesday September 27, 2011
A new trial date has been set yet again in the death of James Schueler, the executive vice president and general manager of Forklifts of Toledo.
Mark A. Langlois, 50, appeared before Lucas County, Ohio, Judge Dean Mandros for a pretrial hearing earlier ...
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| Monday September 26, 2011 |
Crown Equipment builds 500th fuel cell-powered forklift
Monday September 26, 2011
Crown Equipment Corporation , one of the world’s leading forklift manufacturers, today announced that it has built its 500th new forklift to be operated with fuel cells. This is in addition to the Crown forklifts already in operation that have ...
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| Friday September 23, 2011 |
New dates announced for next CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE expositions
Friday September 23, 2011
Show management has announced new dates for the next CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE expositions, to be held March 4-8, 2014 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The Las Vegas Convention Center approached CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE inquiring ...
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| Thursday September 22, 2011 |
September 17: AAR reports mixed results in weekly rail traffic
Weekly intermodal volume highest since 2008
Thursday September 22, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported a mixed results in weekly rail traffic, with U.S. railroads originating 299,914 carloads for the week ending September 17, 2011, down 1.4 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal ...
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| Tuesday September 20, 2011 |
MODEX 2012 keynotes announced
Tuesday September 20, 2011
When the industry’s newest expo for manufacturing, distribution and the supply chain, MODEX 2012, opens on Feb. 6 in Atlanta it will include over 500 exhibits and an Educational Conference that features keynotes by Rick Blasgen, Chief Executive ...
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| Monday September 19, 2011 |
Momentum in material handling equipment slows, MAPI says
Monday September 19, 2011
Growth momentum in material handling equipment has decelerated recently, according to the latest MAPI U.S. Industrial Outlook.
In the three months ending in July, material handling equipment declined 10 percent at an annual rate relative to the ...
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| Monday September 12, 2011 |
Accellos releases case study of Kendall Hunt
Textbook publisher streamlines its operations by implementing Accellos One Warehouse
Monday September 12, 2011
Accellos , a leading provider of supply chain execution software solutions, has released a case study of its customer Kendall Hunt. The case study explains how textbook publisher Kendall Hunt has streamlined its operations by implementing Accellos ...
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ECS Refining named to 2011 Inc. 500|5000 list
Friday September 9, 2011
ECS Refining , a provider of electronic waste recycling and EOL services, has been named to the 2011 Inc. 5000 List, an exclusive ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. This is the first year ECS Refining has been added to the list, ...
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| Thursday September 8, 2011 |
AAR reports mixed results for August rail traffic
Thursday September 8, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported mixed results for August rail traffic compared with the same month last year, with U.S. railroads originating 1,482,570 carloads, down 0.3 percent, and 1,179,838 trailers and containers, up ...
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| Tuesday September 6, 2011 |
Clark Material Handling Company celebrates safety milestone
Tuesday September 6, 2011
Clark Material Handling Company was presented the Kentucky Governor's Safety & Health Award for the fifth year in a row at a ceremony held at Clark's Aftermarket Parts Distribution Center in Louisville, Ky. on August 18, 2011. Clark's Louisville ...
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Purolator International doubles U.S. presence
Monday September 5, 2011
Purolator International has announced that it will open 10 new branch offices during 2011, doubling its presence in the U.S. The company’s latest round of regional office expansions is indicative of the surge in demand for logistics experience ...
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| Wednesday August 31, 2011 |
Atlet to close North American operations by end of 2011
Wednesday August 31, 2011
After almost 25 years of sales and support activity in the North American warehouse truck market, the Atlet Material Handling Equipment group has made a strategic decision to close its operations for this region. This closure will happen in ...
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MH Equipment acquires Yale Materials Handling Cincinnati
Tuesday August 30, 2011
MH Equipment has acquired new territory from Yale Materials Handling (YMH) Cincinnati. The acquisition makes MH Equipment the new authorized Yale® lift truck dealer in select Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky counties.
“MH Equipment is excited ...
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CLARK names top service managers of 2010
Monday August 29, 2011
CLARK Material Handling Company is very proud to announce the recipients of its Top Service Managers Award of the Year.
CLARK enjoyed an outstanding year in trucks and parts sales in 2010. The product support provided to CLARK customers by our ...
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YRC alerts customers in Irene's path of possible delay in shipments
Friday August 26, 2011
Update: August 29, 2011
All YRC service centers, including those in the Northeast, are open and operational.
As the Northeast recovers from Hurricane Irene, some service centers have limited capability because of data line or ...
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Honeywell completes acquisition of EMS Technologies
Friday August 26, 2011
Honeywell has announced it has completed its acquisition of EMS Technologies, Inc., for approximately $491 million. EMS is a leading provider of connectivity solutions for mobile networking, rugged mobile computers and satellite communications.
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MCFA celebrates milestone with production of 350,000th forklift
Monday August 22, 2011
Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc. (MCFA) recently celebrated the manufacturing of its milestone 350,000th forklift, a feat equivalent to producing enough forklifts to stretch across the state of Texas. MCFA reached the landmark number through ...
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Crown Equipment introduces one-year warranty on pre-owned forklifts
Saturday August 20, 2011
When Crown Equipment Corporation began remanufacturing forklifts 10 years ago, it did so based on the principle that its Encore® line of renewed lift trucks should be the best in the industry. In recognition of this commitment, the company is ...
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AAR reports mixed results for Aug. 13 weekly rail traffic
Cumulative 32-week volume up for carloads, intermodal
Friday August 19, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported mixed results for weekly rail traffic, with U.S. railroads originating 292,266 carloads for the week ending August 13, 2011, down 1.2 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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Wisconsin Lift Truck Corp. awarded MHEDA MVP status
Friday August 19, 2011
Wisconsin Lift Truck Corp. has been awarded MVP (Most Valuable Partner) status for 2011 in a new program from MHEDA (Material Handling Equipment Dealers Association) for its distributor members. To earn the award, the company demonstrated a commitment ...
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Burns Industrial Equipment announces acquisition of MH Equipment business
Tuesday August 16, 2011
Pittsburgh-based Yale Industrial Trucks – d/b/a Burns Industrial Equipment, has acquired MH Equipment’s Twinsburg, Ohio, business. The acquisition makes Burns Industrial Equipment the new authorized Hyster lift truck dealer for select ...
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Terex receives EU antitrust clearance in Demag Cranes AG purchase offer
Monday August 15, 2011
Terex Corporation has announced it has received clearance from the European Union to complete its previously announced purchase offer for Demag Cranes AG. With this approval, the final condition of closing has been met, and settlement of the purchase ...
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AAR reports modest gains in August 6 weekly rail traffic
Friday August 12, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported modest gains in weekly rail traffic, with U.S. railroads originating 287,321 carloads for the week ending August 6, 2011, up 0.4 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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Brunel Awards winners announced
Thursday August 11, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) and the International Union of Railways (UIC), the worldwide association of cooperation for railway companies, jointly announced today that 43 projects from 11 nations have been recognized ...
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Equipment Depot combines resources of five operating companies
Tuesday August 9, 2011
Equipment Depot , now one of the nation’s largest material-handling equipment sales, rental and service providers, announced today that it has integrated its five operating companies into one industry powerhouse, creating a larger national presence ...
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LiuGong wins contract with Port of Guaymas
Tuesday August 9, 2011
LiuGong Machinery Corp. , through its dedicated dealer AMMEX of Mexico, has won a major bid to provide 19 construction and forklift machines to the Port of Guaymas in the state of Sinaloa in Mexico. The sale value is approximately US$900,000.00 the ...
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NMHG receives prestigious Carolina Star Award
Monday August 8, 2011
NACCO Materials Handling Group (NMHG), the makers of Hyster® and Yale® lift trucks, is a star, so to speak. The company received the prestigious Carolina Star Safety Award at an awards ceremony on Tuesday hosted by the North Carolina Department ...
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CLARK recognizes top parts managers of 2010
Tuesday August 2, 2011
CLARK Material Handling Company has announced the recipients of its Top Parts Managers Awards of the Year for 2010. Parts managers who achieved excellent parts sales growth last year were recognized from across North America as the Top Parts Managers ...
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MH Equipment announces territory acquisition from Yale Industrial Trucks-Pittsburgh, Inc.
Acquisition makes MH Equipment dual dealer in the Cincinnati area
Tuesday August 2, 2011
MH Equipment , based in Peoria, Ill., has announced it has gained sales and service responsibility for Yale brand forklifts in the Cincinnati area from Yale Industrial Trucks (YIT). The acquisition will make MH Equipment NACCO Material Handling Group's ...
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Industrial Truck Association executive director to retire
Monday August 1, 2011
William J. Montwieler, executive director of the Industrial Truck Association (ITA), will retire later this year.
Brian Feehan, vice president of the Propane Education & Research Council, will succeed Montwieler.
Montwieler, who has served ...
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Dunbar Armored, Under Armour executives to keynote Barcoding, Inc. Executive Forum
Baltimore leaders join forces to showcase advanced technologies in mobility, barcoding, and RFID for transportation, warehouse and supply chain logistics
Friday July 29, 2011
Barcoding, Inc. has announced keynote speakers for the Executive Forum: Accelerating the Supply Chain with Barcoding and RFID presented in conjunction with Motorola Solutions, Zebra Technologies, and Ingram Micro. Kevin Dunbar, President and CEO, ...
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US Open Forklift Rodeo & Safety expo cancelled
Tuesday July 26, 2011
The 16 th annual US Open Forklift Rodeo & Safety expo has been cancelled.
According to Springfield Clark County Safety Council president Kristina Downing, Safety Council and Forklift Rodeo founder Colonel Dick Higgins continues to recover from ...
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Crown Equipment again among world’s best industrial designers
Crown WT 3000 Series pallet truck wins Gold IDEA award
Monday July 25, 2011
Crown Equipment Corporation has announced it has been ranked again by the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) as one of the world’s best industrial designers. Selected by IDEA and presented by Co. Design and Fast Company , Crown ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic
Cumulative carload, intermodal volumes up for first 28 weeks in 2011
Thursday July 21, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported mixed results for weekly rail traffic, with U.S. railroads originating 281,387 carloads for the week ending July 16, 2011, down 0.3 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal ...
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Toyota Industrial Equipment MFG., Inc. achieves safety milestone
Tuesday July 19, 2011
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU) has announced the Service Parts Management department at Toyota Industrial Equipment Mfg., Inc. (TIEM) has achieved 200,000 consecutive hours worked without a recordable accident according to the Occupational ...
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Accellos announces Accellos Visions 2011 summer conference series
Monday July 18, 2011
Accellos , a leading provider of supply chain execution software solutions, today announced Accellos Visions 2011, its second annual series of regional user conferences.
Accellos Visions 2011 is designed to give supply chain professionals across ...
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AAR reports dip in weekly rail traffic
Friday July 15, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported a decrease in weekly rail traffic, with U.S. railroads originating 245,574 carloads for the week ending July 9, 2011, down 3.2 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for ...
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Revised trial date set in death of Forklifts of Toledo executive
Tuesday July 12, 2011
A new trial date has been set in the death of James Schueler, the executive vice president and general manager of Forklifts of Toledo.
Mark A. Langlois, 50, appeared before Lucas County, Ohio, Judge Dean Mandros for a pretrial hearing late last month, ...
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Top sales representatives of 2010 named by CLARK
Monday July 11, 2011
CLARK Material Handling Company has announced the recipients of its top sales representative award of the year for 2010.
Sales representatives who achieved outstanding sales results of CLARK products and provided excellent support for both new ...
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AAR reports steady growth in weekly rail traffic for week ending July 2
Friday July 8, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported solid weekly rail traffic, with U.S. railroads originating 285,943 carloads for the week ending July 2, 2011, up 0.3 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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Toyota named Green Supply Chain Partner by Inbound Logistics
Friday July 8, 2011
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU), has been named as one of 75 Green Supply Chain Partners in Inbound Logistics Magazine’s annual listing for the third consecutive year, since the award’s inception. Chosen for this title because ...
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TMHU receives National Safety Council award
Tuesday July 5, 2011
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU) has announced that Toyota Industrial Equipment Mfg., Inc. (TIEM), the manufacturer of the number one selling lift truck in the U.S., was awarded the Occupational Excellence Achievement Award by the National ...
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Terex achieves minimum tender condition for Demag Cranes offer
Monday July 4, 2011
Terex Corporation has announced that the minimum acceptance level of 51 percent for the voluntary public tender offer by Terex Industrial Holding AG to all shareholders of Demag Cranes AG at EUR 45.50 per share has been exceeded.
Preliminary ...
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Plug Power to provide Kroger Co. with GenDrive fuel cell solution
Wednesday June 29, 2011
Plug Power Inc. has announced it has added Kroger Co. to its growing list of GenDrive® customers. Plug Power will supply 161 GenDrive fuel cells to Kroger’s food distribution center in Compton, Calif. The order includes four class-1 units ...
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ELFA: May new business volume up 30 percent year-over-year
Tuesday June 28, 2011
The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s (ELFA) Monthly Leasing and Finance Index (MLFI-25 ) showed overall new business volume for May was $5.6 billion, up 30 percent from volume of $4.3 billion in the same period in 2010. ...
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CLARK names top sales managers of 2010
Monday June 27, 2011
CLARK Material Handling Company is very proud to announce the recipients of its Sales Manager of the Year awards for 2010.
CLARK enjoyed an outstanding year in new truck sales in 2010. The Sales Managers honored contributed greatly to CLARK’s ...
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Orbis Corporation receives FM Approval on new fire-retardant material
Friday June 24, 2011
ORBIS Corporation , a manufacturer of sustainable reusable packaging and an expert in supply chain optimization, today announces it has received approval from Factory Mutual Insurance (FM) for a new fire-retardant material, free of deca-bromine, for ...
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June 23: AAR reports weekly rail traffic gains
Weekly intermodal traffic hits 2011 peak for second consecutive week
Thursday June 23, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported gains in weekly rail traffic, with U.S. railroads originating 294,310 carloads for the week ending June 18, 2011, up 3.3 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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Summer slowdown or tough times ahead?
Tuesday June 21, 2011
Are the results of a recent Business Optimism Index the signs of an impending summer slowdown, or are tougher times ahead? Only time will tell.
U.S. manufacturing leaders have turned pessimistic regarding the U.S. economy, according to Grant Thornton ...
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Terex increases offer price for Demag Cranes AG
Welcomes Demag Cranes recommendation to shareholders for acceptance
Monday June 20, 2011
Terex Corporation and Terex Industrial Holding AG are pleased to announce an agreement with Demag Cranes AG for a recommended offer to purchase the shares of Demag Cranes at an increased price of EUR 45.50 per share.
Terex, Terex Industrial Holding ...
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Colson Caster receives new ISO quality certifications
Earns 3-Year ISO 9001:2008 recertification
Friday June 17, 2011
Colson Caster Corporation , a manufacturer of standard and custom application caster and wheel products, has been granted a new certificate of quality assurance from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The organization monitors ...
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AAR reports incremental gains in weekly rail traffic
Thursday June 16, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported incremental gains in weekly rail traffic, with U.S. railroads originating 290,181 carloads for the week ending June 11, 2011, up 0.3 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal ...
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Crown honors top-performing branches, dealers with Summit Award
Tuesday June 14, 2011
Crown Equipment has announced 18 winners of its annual recognition program for company-owned branches and independent dealers. The program honors Crown’s top branches and dealers with Summit and Ascent Awards for outstanding achievements in sales ...
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Nissan Forklift announces successful fiscal 2010 results
Monday June 13, 2011
Nissan Forklift Corporation has announced its business results for its 2010 fiscal year end, which occurred on March 31, 2011. The company reports strong growth and resulting profits, with an increase in market share.
“We are pleased with ...
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May freight rail traffic makes slight gains
Friday June 10, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) has reported carloads in May 2011 increased 0.5 percent compared with the same month last year, for a total of 1,159,328 carloads. According to AAR’s monthly Rail Time Indicators report, intermodal ...
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ELFA: April new business volume up 11 percent year-over-year
Tuesday June 7, 2011
The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s (ELFA) Monthly Leasing and Finance Index (MLFI-25 ), which reports economic activity for the $521 billion equipment finance sector, showed overall new business volume for April was $5.1 billion, ...
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Demag Cranes AG Management, Supervisory Boards recommend rejection of Terex offer
Tuesday June 7, 2011
The Management Board and Supervisory Board of Demag Cranes AG have unanimously agreed that the voluntary public tender offer published by Terex Industrial Holding AG on May 19, 2011 is not in the interest of Demag Cranes AG. ...
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Industry mourns loss of Robert "Bob" Smith Sr.
Monday June 6, 2011
Robert “Bob” Smith, who opened the doors to his own business, Atlanta Fork Lifts, Inc. in 1973, died May 21. He was 91 years old.
Smith made his way into shipyard operations at Newport News, Va., as a 23-year-old during World War II. ...
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AAR reports steady weekly rail traffic
Thursday June 2, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported steady results in weekly rail traffic with U.S. railroads originating 288,049 carloads for the week ending May 28, 2011, up 0.7 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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Hugg & Hall announces acquisition of Arkla Taylor
Tuesday May 31, 2011
Hugg and Hall Equipment Company , a leading provider of materials and personnel handling products and services for the needs of the industrial and construction markets, today announced the acquisition of Arkla Taylor, a Taylor Forklift dealer encompassing ...
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Jungheinrich recognized as a Top 20 Green Supply Chain Partner
Monday May 30, 2011
Jungheinrich , a leading supplier of material handling warehouse equipment, was named by Food Logistics as one of the Top 20 Green Supply Chain Partners in 2011. Each year, Food Logistics invites its readers to nominate a provider that has developed ...
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MCFA continues partnership with Houston Habitat for Humanity
Friday May 27, 2011
Houston-based manufacturer Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc. (MCFA) recently continued its partnership with Houston Habitat for Humanity in an effort to help local families achieve their dream of home ownership. This time, employees rolled ...
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AAR reports continued steady weekly rail traffic results
Thursday May 26, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported steady results in weekly rail traffic with U.S. railroads originating 295,148 carloads for the week ending May 21, 2011, up 2.3 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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Hyster names Dealer of Distinction recipients
Tuesday May 24, 2011
Hyster Company recently honored its top-performing dealers with its prestigious Dealer of Distinction award. The 2010 award-winning celebration, held in New York City, marked the 17h year that Hyster has honored its dealers for their industry-leading ...
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American Logistics Aid Network seeks help for flood and tornado victims
Monday May 23, 2011
Update:
In the wake of yesterday's deadly storms in the Midwest, the American Logistics Aid Network will soon be requesting support of loaned material handling equipment.
If you have equipment you would like to loan, please contact ...
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AEM Hall of Fame accepting online nominations next month
Monday May 23, 2011
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) announces the 2011 AEM Hall of Fame program. Online nominations will open in June. The AEM Hall of Fame seeks to create a wider public understanding and appreciation of the industry's role in global ...
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Felling Trailers implements second shift
Friday May 20, 2011
Felling Trailers implemented a second shift in mid-February to increase production and decrease lead time. “We have experienced a great demand for most of our products – dumps, flatbeds, heavy deck-overs and semi trailers,” ...
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Doosan establishes new forklift business
Wednesday May 18, 2011
Doosan has the formation of a new affiliate company, tentatively named, Doosan Industrial Vehicle Co., Ltd.
The new business will oversee all Doosan’s global forklift activities and focus on pushing Doosan onto the next level, as it continues ...
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CLARK honors top dealer for 2010
Tuesday May 17, 2011
CLARK Material Handling Company has announced its prestigious “Dealer of the Year” award for 2010 has been awarded to Material Handling, Inc. Headquartered in Dalton, Ga.; with branches in Chattanooga, Tenn.; Nashville, Tenn.; and Bowling ...
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Toyota recognizes top technicians, technical trainers
Monday May 16, 2011
Toyota Material Handling U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU) has announced their top Toyota Dealer Technicians and Toyota Dealer Technical Trainers, with the Platinum Level, Master Technician Award. Each year, TMHU provides a knowledge test available only to Toyota ...
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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries delivers first radiation shielded cabin forklifts
Friday May 13, 2011
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), the parent company of Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks , recently developed two special heavy-duty forklifts with radiation shielded cabins to help handle and dispose of contaminated rubble at the crisis-hit Fukushima ...
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April freight rail traffic returns mixed results
Thursday May 12, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reports U.S. rail carloads in April 2011 decreased 0.2 percent compared with the same month last year, to 1,177,277 carloads. According to AAR’s monthly Rail Time Indicators report, intermodal ...
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Yale Materials Handling names Challenge of Excellence recipients
Tuesday May 10, 2011
Yale Materials Handling Corporation, a long-standing leader in the materials handling industry, honored 21 of its dealers through Yale’s Challenge of Excellence Program.
Seventeen of its top-performing dealers were awarded the prestigious Dealer ...
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Papé Material Handling acquires Oregon, Washington assets of Pacific Material Handling Solutions
Monday May 9, 2011
Papé Material Handling has announced it closed on the purchase of the assets of the Oregon and Washington operations of Pacific Material Handling Solutions , the Yale forklift dealer in Oregon and Washington. Papé Material Handling ...
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Terex to launch public tender offer for Demag Cranes AG
Friday May 6, 2011
Terex Corporation has announced that its German subsidiary, Terex Industrial Holding AG, Dusseldorf, has decided to make a voluntary cash public tender offer for the outstanding share capital of Demag Cranes AG at EUR 41.75 per share. The proposed ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic results
Thursday May 5, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported mixed results in weekly rail traffic with U.S. railroads originating 295,347 carloads for the week ending April 30, 2011, flat compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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BTS: February 2011 surface trade with Canada, Mexico up 11.8 percent
Wednesday May 4, 2011
Trade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners Canada and Mexico was 11.8 percent higher in February 2011 than in February 2010, reaching $66.5 billion, according to the Bureau ...
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CharNor Remanufacturing under new ownership
Tuesday May 3, 2011
CharNor Remanufacturing is under new ownership effective April 30th. The company has been reorganized and its name changed to CharNor Inc . CharNor has marketed remanufactured forklift components exclusively to forklift dealers for over 35 years.
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ELFA: March new business volume up 44 percent year-over-year
Monday May 2, 2011
The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s (ELFA) Monthly Leasing and Finance Index (MLFI-25 ), which reports economic activity for the $521 billion equipment finance sector, showed overall new business volume for March was $6.2 ...
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Marlin Steel Wire expands manufacturing space
Friday April 29, 2011
Marlin Steel Wire has announced plans to expand its manufacturing floor space in Baltimore, Md., after its best first quarter in history, four years of record profits and steady revenue increases, and a surge in export demand for custom wire baskets, ...
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AAR reports mixed weekly rail traffic results
Thursday April 28, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported mixed results in weekly rail traffic on U.S. railroads, with carloads down 2.1 percent, at 292,706 carloads for the week ending April 23, 2011, and intermodal volume up 6.3 percent compared ...
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Trial date set in death of Forklifts of Toledo executive
Tuesday April 26, 2011
A trial date has been set in the death of the executive vice president and general manager of Forklifts of Toledo.
Mark A. Langlois, 50, appeared before Lucas County, Ohio, Judge Dean Mandros during a pretrial hearing Monday. Mandros scheduled ...
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Konecranes now OEM of more than 40 brands
Monday April 25, 2011
Konecranes has become the OEM of more than 40 brands, including Shepard Niles®, CMS™, Kranco™ and Morris Material Handling (the original equipment manufacturer of P&H® replacement parts). These OEM brands, as well as all other ...
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H&E Equipment Services Chesapeake facility holds grand opening
Friday April 22, 2011
H&E Equipment Services celebrated the grand opening of their new full-service facility in Chesapeake, Va., earlier this month. Over 225 customers, equipment manufacturers, employees and government officials including, the Mayor of the City of ...
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AEM honored for international trade promotion efforts
Wednesday April 20, 2011
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has received the U.S. Department of Commerce's "Certificate of Appreciation for Achievement in Trade" in recognition of its work with the department to promote U.S. export development and create opportunities ...
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Trelleborg’s acquisition of Watts Tyre Group finalized
Tuesday April 19, 2011
Trelleborg’s acquisition of Watts Tyre Group , a U.K.-company, has been finalized. Watts has annual sales of approximately SEK $300 million and about 210 employees. The operation will be integrated into Trelleborg Wheel Systems business area. ...
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CeMAT South America concludes first run in Sao Paulo
Monday April 18, 2011
CeMAT South America recently debuted from April 4 to 7 at the Imigrantes Exhibition Center in São Paulo, Brazil. The event, which covers materials handling and logistics, hosted 213 exhibiting companies from 20 countries and 12,512 visitors ...
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Kardex Remstar facility registered to ISO9001 standards
Sunday April 17, 2011
Kardex Remstar’s Lewistown, Maine plant underwent a thorough evaluation of the documented processes and corresponding work activities necessary to meet the requirements of the ISO9001: 2008 standard, and was registered by a third party registrar ...
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Fuel Systems Solutions to acquire NaturalDrive Partners LLC
Friday April 15, 2011
Fuel Systems Solutions, Inc ., through its wholly owned subsidiary IMPCO Technologies, Inc., has agreed to purchase NaturalDrive Partners LLC , an alternative fuel automotive systems developer in North America that offers dedicated CNG and LPG conversion ...
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Johnson Controls announces price increase for lead-acid batteries
Thursday April 14, 2011
As a result of rising commodity and handling costs, Johnson Controls, Inc. , has implemented an average price increase of 5 percent to 9 percent on batteries sold in the U.S. States and Canada. Lead price adjustment agreements remain in effect.
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Women In Trucking holds Salute to the Women Behind the Wheel
Wednesday April 13, 2011
The Women In Trucking Association’s (WIT) Salute to the Women Behind the wheel drew 204 professional female drivers to Louisville, Ky., earlier this month.
“The women who were recognized absolutely are pioneers in this industry and ...
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Toyota honors top dealers with President's Award
Tuesday April 12, 2011
Toyota Material Handling U.S.A., Inc . (TMHU) recently announced the 2010 winners of its prestigious President's Award. TMHU selects its top dealers each year from a nationwide network of 68 dealers and 188 dealership locations, recognizing them for ...
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Gasco Affiliates receives ISO 9001:2008 certification
Monday April 11, 2011
Gasco Affiliates has received ISO 9001:2008 certification applicable to the production of precision gases used in the calibration of gas detection instrumentation, the company reported. The certification is an internationally recognized quality management ...
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HILO-Yale Industrial Trucks acquires Viccaro Equipment
Friday April 8, 2011
Hyster ® lift truck dealer Viccaro Equipment has been acquired by HILO-Yale Industrial Trucks . Named as an authorized Hyster dealer, HILO has updated its name to HILO Materials Handling Group to reflect its new dual-dealer status.
Headquartered ...
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AAR reports record gains in weekly carload traffic
Thursday April 7, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported record gains in rail traffic for the week ending April 2, 2011, with U.S. railroads originating 305,905 carloads, up 5.7 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for ...
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Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America named primary supplier of Egemin hybrids
Tuesday April 5, 2011
Egemin Automation Inc. has announced Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc. (MCFA) is the primary component supplier for Egemin's Hybrid Automated Guide Vehicle (AGV). Egemin highlighted MCFA's contributions to the AGV during the ProMat® ...
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Toyota Material Handling mourns loss of national account manager
Tuesday April 5, 2011
Toyota Material Handling U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU), offers its condolences to the family of Mike Kitterman, national account manager.
Kitterman was named National Account Manager of the year in 2009. His accomplishments with national accounts sales were ...
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Cat Lift Trucks recognizes top performing dealers
Tuesday April 5, 2011
Cat Lift Trucks recently announced the recipients of the 2011 Dealer of the Year Award. This award recognizes dealers based on 2010 sales performance, customer relationships and operational knowledge of Cat lift trucks. Recipients of this award ...
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AAR reports continued gains in weekly carload, intermodal traffic
Monday April 4, 2011
The Association of American Railroads reported rail traffic gains for the week ending March 26, 2011, with U.S. railroads originating 299,903 carloads, up 1.9 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for the week was also up ...
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Toyota Material Handling, dealer network lend support to Japan relief efforts
Thursday March 31, 2011
Toyota Material Handling U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU), and the entire Toyota family, send deepest sympathies to those affected by the tragic earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan.
Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO), the parent company of TMHU, is donating ...
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AAR reports steady growth in weekly carload, intermodal traffic
Wednesday March 30, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) recently reported rail traffic gains for the week ending March 19, 2011, with U.S. railroads originating 293,772 carloads, up 2.3 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for the ...
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Toyota Material Handling launches "Giving Veterans a Lift"
Tuesday March 29, 2011
Toyota Material Handling U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU) has announced the launch of the "Giving Veterans a Lift" operator safety training program. Toyota has committed $25,000 to the program, which will provide discounted forklift operator safety training for ...
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Frito-Lay trailer features Women In Trucking graphic
Tuesday March 29, 2011
Women In Trucking (WIT) and Frito-Lay North America continue to work together to encourage women to look at careers within the trucking industry. Now, this message will be seen on a trailer as it delivers Frito-Lay products to consumers across ...
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Monthly Equipment Finance Index: New business volume up 28 percent
Tuesday March 29, 2011
The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association's (ELFA) Monthly Leasing and Finance Index ( MLFI-25 ), which reports economic activity for the $521 billion equipment finance sector, showed overall new business volume for February was $4.1 billion, ...
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2010 surface trade with Canada, Mexico up from 2009
Wednesday March 23, 2011
Surface transportation trade between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners Canada and Mexico increased by 24.3 percent in 2010 compared to 2009, reaching $791 billion, according to the Bureau of Transportation ...
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Johnson Controls donates $1 million for Japan disaster relief assistance
Saturday March 19, 2011
Johnson Controls has announced it is donating $1 million, or nearly 100 million yen, to the Japan Red Cross through the American Red Cross for disaster relief efforts currently underway in Japan.
"We have a responsibility to support the disaster ...
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Navistar, Women in Trucking, award “2011 Influential Woman of the Year”
Friday March 18, 2011
Navistar, Inc. and the Women In Trucking Association (WIT) presented the inaugural “Influential Woman of the Year” award to Rochelle Gorman, chief executive officer, CalArk International, at a ceremony during this week’s Truckload ...
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AAR reports 2010 was safest year in U.S. freight railroad history
Thursday March 17, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today announced that 2010 was the safest year in U.S. Class I freight railroad history, with preliminary year-end data indicating the industry’s train accident and employee casualty rates both were ...
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CeMAT convenes May 2-6 in Germany
Tuesday March 15, 2011
CeMAT will be held May 2-6 in Hannover, Germany, against a background of accelerating economic recovery. The world’s leading trade fair for intralogistics is taking place this year under the tagline, “Sustainability in Intralogistics.” ...
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Schueler's accused murderer to undergo competency evaluation
Tuesday March 15, 2011
The man accused of murdering the executive vice president and general manager of Forklifts of Toledo, will undergo a competency evaluation this month.
Lucas County, Ohio Judge Dean Mandros made the competency referral of Mark A. Langlois, 50, last ...
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AAR reports gains in carload and intermodal traffic
Sunday March 13, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported rail traffic gains for the week ending March 5, 2011, with U.S. railroads originating 300,953 carloads, up 5.5 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for the week ...
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Cat Lift Trucks on site at 2011 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
Saturday March 12, 2011
Making its seventh year debut, Houston’s Official Lift Truck Provider, Cat Lift Trucks , will be on site during the three-week run of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™. Along with local dealer, Adobe Equipment Houston, LLC (Adobe), ...
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H&E Equipment Services celebrates 50th year
Friday March 11, 2011
This year marks H&E Equipment Services’ 50th year in business, which has been marked by growth and expansion. From its humble beginnings in 1961 with one store in Baton Rouge, La., H&E has grown to become one of the largest construction ...
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Philadelphia Scientific launches LeanBatteryRoom.com
Thursday March 10, 2011
Philadelphia Scientific , a leading international manufacturer of industrial battery components and accessories, has unveiled a new website, www.LeanBattery- Room.com , designed to help warehouses and distribution centers (DCs) reduce waste, increase ...
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February freight rail traffic continues to make gains
Wednesday March 9, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) has reported that monthly carloads in February 2011 increased 4.2 percent compared with the same month last year, for a total of 1,135,396 carloads. According to AAR’s monthly Rail Time Indicators ...
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Women In Trucking representatives meet with U.S. transportation officials
Tuesday March 8, 2011
Women In Trucking President/CEO Ellen Voie was recently invited to meet with U.S. Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood in Washington, D.C. Joining them was Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administrator, Anne Ferro.
LaHood and members of his ...
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Johnson Controls announces agreement to acquire EnergyConnect
Tuesday March 8, 2011
Johnson Controls and EnergyConnect Group, Inc. , have announced the signing of a merger agreement under which Johnson Controls would acquire the outstanding shares of EnergyConnect. The transaction, which is subject to customary closing conditions, ...
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Record numbers register to attend ProMat 2011
By Carol Miller, MHIA Vice President of Marketing & Communications
Tuesday March 8, 2011
ProMat 2011 attendees are registering in record numbers for the event to be held March 21-24 in Chicago's McCormick Place South. When attendees register, they are asked to answer a variety of demographic questions indicating their industry, buying ...
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Surface trade with Canada, Mexico up 13.8 percent
Thursday March 3, 2011
Trade using surface transportation between the U.S. and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners Canada and Mexico was 13.8 percent higher in December 2010 than in December 2009, reaching $66.5 billion, according to the Bureau of Transportation ...
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AAR reports freight traffic continues to register gains
Wednesday March 2, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported freight traffic continues to register gains with U.S. railroads originating 296,980 carloads, up 8.2 percent compared with the same week last year, for the week ending Feb. 19, 2011. Intermodal ...
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Bernstein transfers Atlas ownership to longtime employee
Tuesday March 1, 2011
Howard Bernstein, former CEO of Atlas International Lift Truck Rentals & Sales , transferred ownership of the company to Allen Rawson last month. The transaction was finalized Feb. 11.
Rawson has served as president of Atlas Lift Truck Rentals ...
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Nuvera Fuel Cells provides fuel cells to power forklifts
Receives second order from Defense Logistics Agency
Tuesday March 1, 2011
Nuvera Fuel Cells, Inc. announced it has received a follow-on order from the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) for 18 PowerEdge RL25 fuel cell units to operate at the Susquehanna Defense Distribution Supply Depot (DDSP) in New Cumberland, Penn. The RL25 ...
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ELFA reports January new business volume up 24 percent
Tuesday March 1, 2011
The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s (ELFA) Monthly Leasing and Finance Index (MLFI-25), which reports economic activity for the $521 billion equipment finance sector, showed overall new business volume for January was $4.2 ...
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Toyota scores high in annual customer satisfaction survey
Tuesday March 1, 2011
The Toyota Material Handling U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU) annual 2010 Voice of the Customer (VOC) survey program reports record high customer satisfaction levels for Toyota service and parts and willingness to recommend a Toyota lift truck dealer. Survey findings ...
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| Tuesday February 22, 2011 |
MSE-Forks successfully challenges Chinese RollerForks
Tuesday February 22, 2011
In a joint effort, MSE-Forks and Arnold & Siedsma (a law firm specialized in the legal protection of intellectual property rights) have successfully ensured the withdrawal from the market of a Chinese company copying MSE-Forks RollerForks®. ...
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MHIA 2011 Industry Roundtable Leaders elected
Tuesday February 22, 2011
The Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) recently held an election of its 2011 MHIA Roundtable of Industry Leaders. Three new leaders were elected to the Roundtable for 2011. They are Scott Miller, Vice President Operations-Harrington Hoist; ...
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Advance Storage Products reveals 10-year warranty
Tuesday February 22, 2011
Advance Storage Products will unveil a new 10-Year Product Warranty at ProMat 2011, held March 21-24 in Chicago.
Advance’s decision to extend their product guarantee stands as a strong testament to their long-term customer commitment and ...
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| Saturday February 19, 2011 |
AAR reports weekly rail traffic gains in carloads, intermodal traffic
Saturday February 19, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported gains in weekly rail traffic for the week ending Feb. 12, 2011, with U.S. railroads originating 274,043 carloads, up 6.2 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume for the ...
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Arraignment scheduled in Schueler's murder
Friday February 18, 2011
A Toledo, Ohio man charged in the shooting death of the executive vice president and general manager of Forklifts of Toledo is scheduled to be arraigned Tuesday, Feb. 22 on murder charges in Lucas County, Ohio Common Pleas Court. Mark A. Langlois, ...
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| Tuesday February 15, 2011 |
WERC Annual Conference set for May 15-18
Tuesday February 15, 2011
Over 1,000 decision-makers in warehousing, distribution and logistics management are expected to attend the Warehousing Education and Research Council Annual Conference May 15-18 in Orlando.
J. Randolph Lewis, Senior Vice President, Distribution ...
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January freight rail traffic continues steady growth
Tuesday February 15, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) recently reported monthly carloads in January 2011 increased 8 percent compared with the same month last year, for a total of 1,142,293 carloads.
According to AAR’s monthly Rail Time Indicators ...
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Blue Giant named Canada's exclusive distributor of Big Joe Equipment
Tuesday February 15, 2011
Blue Giant Equipment Corporation has entered into a strategic partnership with Big Lift LLC to exclusively distribute the Big Joe brand of material handling equipment in Canada.
“We think it’s an excellent fit,” says Jeff Miller, ...
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UAW votes to authorize strike
Monday February 14, 2011
The United Auto Workers voted Jan. 30 to allow its leadership to call a strike against Caterpillar Inc. if terms of a new contract cannot agreed upon, the Peoria Journal Star reports.
UAW members at seven locals - including Local 974 in East Peoria, ...
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AAR: Winter storms affected weekly rail traffic
Friday February 11, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) recently reported a mix in weekly rail traffic as a result of winter storms in parts of the country last week. For the week ending Feb. 5, 2011, rail carloads were flat with U.S. railroads originating 267,682 ...
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| Thursday February 10, 2011 |
Transportation Services Index rose in December
Thursday February 10, 2011
The Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI) rose 1.5 percent in December from its November level, rising after one monthly decline, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) reported this week. ...
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New headquarters for Carlisle Brake & Friction
Tuesday February 8, 2011
In conjunction with the Carlisle Companies ' launch of a new segment named Carlisle Brake & Friction , the new global headquarters for Carlisle Brake & Friction will be located in Solon, Ohio, former headquarters to the Hawk Corporation's ...
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Colson Caster celebrates two-year safety achievement
Tuesday February 8, 2011
Colson Caster Corporation ended 2010 with another celebration of safety efforts. The manufacturing company has completed more than 389,388 hours of operation without logging any work-related lost-time injuries. All employees at the global manufacturing ...
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Punch Deck® granted FM Approval
Tuesday February 8, 2011
DACS recently announced its Punch Deck® open area rack decking has been granted FM Approval by FM Global .
The FM approval is the first of its kind for any rack shelving product in the material handling industry. Samples of Punch Deck® ...
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GE Transportation recalls 280 workers
Monday February 7, 2011
GE Transportation announced last week it will recall approximately 280 hourly production workers at its manufacturing plant in Erie, Penn.
Since late 2010, the company has hired back more than 800 workers previously affected by the layoffs in early ...
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U.S. to host 2011 Brunel Awards’ International Railway Design Competition
Friday February 4, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) has announced the U.S. will serve as host of the prestigious 2011 Brunel Awards’ International Railway Design Competition. The Brunel Awards Competition recognizes and promotes the best in railway ...
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| Thursday February 3, 2011 |
AAR reports weekly rail traffic remains up over 2010
Thursday February 3, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reports weekly rail traffic was up over 2010 levels for the week ending Jan. 29, 2011, with U.S. railroads originating 291,147 carloads, up 4.7 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume ...
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| Wednesday February 2, 2011 |
November 2010 surface trade with Canada, Mexico up 15.5 percent
Wednesday February 2, 2011
Trade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners Canada and Mexico was 15.5 percent higher in November 2010 than in November 2009, reaching $68.1 billion, according to the Bureau ...
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AAR reports modest gains in weekly rail traffic
Tuesday February 1, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported that weekly rail traffic saw modest year-over-year gains for the week ending Jan. 22, 2011 with U.S. railroads originating 282,837 carloads, up 1.5 percent compared with the same week in 2010. ...
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ELFA's December new business volume up 27 percent
Tuesday February 1, 2011
The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s (ELFA) Monthly Leasing and Finance Index (MLFI-25 ) , which reports economic activity for the $521 billion equipment finance sector, showed overall new business volume for December was ...
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Forklifts of Toledo executive killed
Businessman shot in South Toledo office
By Carl Ryan of Toledoblade.com
Monday January 31, 2011
A suspect has been charged with the slaying of a businessman whose body was found Thursday in a pool of blood in his South Toledo, Ohio office. Mark A. Langlois, 50, was booked into the Lucas County jail Friday night on a charge of murder. He ...
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| Wednesday January 26, 2011 |
PECO Pallet now shipping to Mexico
Wednesday January 26, 2011
PECO Pallet is now shipping its signature red wood block pallets to manufacturers and retailers in Mexico. In December 2010, the company registered "PECO Pallet México" as a legal entity and an authorized Importer of Record. This enables PECO ...
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U.S. industrial production up in December
Tuesday January 25, 2011
Industrial production rose in December by the largest amount in five months, providing the economy with solid momentum heading into the new year, the Associated Press reports.
Activity at the nation's factories, mines and utilities increased 0.8 ...
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Trelleborg moves corporate offices
Tuesday January 25, 2011
Trelleborg Wheel Systems Americas, Inc. has completed the move of its North American corporate offices in Ohio.
“We are very pleased with our new location. The city of Fairlawn has been very welcoming,” said Ydo Doornbos, Managing Director ...
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Johnson Controls breaks ground on battery recycling facility
Tuesday January 25, 2011
Johnson Controls, Inc. recently broke ground on a fully-integrated battery recycling facility in Florence, S.C. The Florence Recycling Center, slated for completion during 2012 and to be operated by Johnson Controls' Power Solutions business , represents ...
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Attendance down at 2011 World of Concrete
Monday January 24, 2011
Attendance was down at the 2011 World of Concrete, which concluded last week in Las Vegas.
Final attendance numbers have not been calculated, but exhibitors guessed the final numbers could fall below the 55,000 recorded last year.
The World of ...
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| Thursday January 20, 2011 |
AAR reports rail traffic making gains in 2011
Thursday January 20, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported that weekly rail traffic continues to register gains in 2011 with U.S. railroads originating 282,987 carloads, up 7.5 percent compared with the same week in 2010, for the week ending Jan. ...
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| Wednesday January 19, 2011 |
Intermec to acquire Vocollect
Wednesday January 19, 2011
Intermec, Inc. announced recently the company has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Vocollect, Inc. Vocollect is privately held by Riverside Partners, a Boston-based private equity firm and private investors. The boards of directors ...
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Sunbelt Rentals acquires Empire
Tuesday January 18, 2011
Ashtead Group PLC announced last week that its U.S. subsidiary, Sunbelt Rentals Inc. , has acquired Empire for an initial consideration of approximately $38 million, which was paid in cash at closing. An additional $1.5 million of additional cash ...
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AAR reports rail traffic up in first week of 2011
Tuesday January 18, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported rail traffic was up for the first week in 2011 ending Jan. 8, with U.S. freight railroads originating 285,108 carloads, up 20.1 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal traffic ...
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Manitowoc Company completes sale of Kysor/Warren
Tuesday January 18, 2011
The Manitowoc Company, Inc. has announced the completion of its previously announced divestiture of Kysor/Warren and Kysor/Warren de Mexico to Lennox International for $138 million.
Manitowoc will use the net proceeds of approximately $124 million ...
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| Thursday January 13, 2011 |
Women In Trucking to release anti-harassment best practices paper
Thursday January 13, 2011
The Women In Trucking Association , with the support of J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc.® will present an anti-harassment best practices white paper for carriers to adopt for driver training.
The trucking industry has struggled with ...
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| Wednesday January 12, 2011 |
Freight index fell 0.3 percent in November
Wednesday January 12, 2011
The Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI) fell 0.3 percent in November from its October level, declining after two monthly increases, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) has reported. ...
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JLG telehandlers now equipped with Firestone tires
Tuesday January 11, 2011
JLG Industries, Inc ., an Oshkosh Corporation company, recently announced an agreement with Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, Off Road Tire division for the exclusive supply of the Firestone DuraForce MH tires on JLG ®, Lull ® and SkyTrak ...
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Toyota Industrial Equipment Mfg. achieves safety milestone
Tuesday January 11, 2011
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU) recently announced the Quality Assurance department at Toyota Industrial Equipment Mfg., Inc. (TIEM), has achieved 200,000 consecutive hours worked without a recordable accident according to Occupational ...
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October 2010 surface trade with Canada, Mexico up 14.9 percent from 2009
Friday January 7, 2011
Trade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners Canada and Mexico was 14.9 percent higher in October 2010 than in October 2009, reaching $70.6 billion, according to the Bureau ...
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AAR reports weekly rail traffic up over 2009 post-holiday week
Friday January 7, 2011
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reports an increase in weekly rail traffic for the post-holiday week ending Jan. 1, 2011, with U.S. freight railroads originating 240,073 carloads, up 5.6 percent compared with the same week in 2009. Intermodal ...
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| Wednesday January 5, 2011 |
Nominations open for women in trucking award
Wednesday January 5, 2011
The Women In Trucking Association and Navistar Inc . have created an annual award to honor the trucking industry’s most influential woman. The inaugural award will be given at a reception to be held during the Truckload Carriers Association ...
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Toyota Industries Corporation expands in India
Tuesday January 4, 2011
Japan's Toyota Industries Corporation has set up a new entity to expand its sales in the promising material handling business in India. Toyota Material Handling India (TMHI), a fully-owned subsidiary of Toyota Industries, will sell material handling ...
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Caterpillar to open new parts distribution center in Dubai
Tuesday January 4, 2011
Caterpillar Logistics Services, Inc. , a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. , plans to open a new parts distribution center in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The new distribution center will be the third facility added to Caterpillar's ...
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Manufacturing growth expected in 2011
Monday January 3, 2011
The U.S. manufacturing sector will grow in 2011, with manufacturing revenue increasing by 5.6 percent, according to the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) semi-annual forecast.
The overall forecast projects optimism about the U.S. economy for ...
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| Thursday December 30, 2010 |
Weekly rail traffic posts gains over 2009 holiday week, AAR reports
Thursday December 30, 2010
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported weekly rail traffic posted strong gains over 2009 for the holiday week ending Dec. 25, 2010, with U.S. freight railroads originating 256,098 carloads, up 29.3 percent compared with the same week last ...
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| Tuesday December 28, 2010 |
ELFA's November new business volume up 13 percent year-over-year
Tuesday December 28, 2010
The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s (ELFA) Monthly Leasing and Finance Index, which reports economic activity for the $521 billion equipment finance sector, showed overall new business volume for November was $4.5 billion, ...
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Caterpillar, UAW begin negotiations
Monday December 27, 2010
Caterpillar Inc. and the United Auto Workers (UAW) began negotiations for a new labor agreement earlier this month. The current contract, ratified in 2005, will expire March 1, 2011.
The agreement covers approximately 9,500 production and ...
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| Tuesday December 21, 2010 |
Superior Tire & Rubber Corp. achieves ISO 9001:2008 certification
Tuesday December 21, 2010
Superior Tire & Rubber Corp. has announced that it has achieved the ISO 9001:2008 certification, which underscores the company’s commitment to continuous improvement. Achieving this global standard complements the company’s vision ...
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Toyota associates spread holiday joy
Tuesday December 21, 2010
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU) has announced that as a result of its associate giving programs, a half-ton of food and goods will be donated to Feeding America , the nation’s leading domestic hunger-relief charity, along with ...
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MAPI forecasts manufacturing production will increase 4 percent in 2011
Tuesday December 21, 2010
In tandem with a slowing pace of recovery in the general economy, the manufacturing sector is decelerating, yet modest growth is sustainable, according to the Manufacturers Alliance/MAPI U.S. Industrial Outlook.
"Despite the recent deceleration ...
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AAR reports U.S. Railroads maintain rail traffic gains during holiday week
Tuesday December 21, 2010
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported for the week ending Nov. 27, 2010, U.S. freight railroads maintained traffic gains of 3.2 percent over the same week last year, originating 254,121 carloads. The comparison week from 2009 included ...
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Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America employees help Habitat for Humanity
Monday December 20, 2010
Employees of Houston-based manufacturer Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc .(MCFA) recently volunteered to help a local family achieve their dream of owning a home. The project was completed as part of Habitat for Humanity’s program ...
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| Tuesday December 14, 2010 |
My Classic Forklift Contest
Tuesday December 14, 2010
Decker Forklifts launched a new contest to celebrate forklifts that have outlasted other models over the years. The “My Classic Forklift” contest honors forklift owners and operators who have mature and durable forklifts still running ...
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UDrove Humanitarian Bowl to feature Transportation Expo
Tuesday December 14, 2010
UDrove LLC announced the Transportation Expo, which will highlight the trucking industry, during the pre-game activities for the uDrove Humanitarian Bowl on December 18, 2010 at Bronco Stadium on the Boise State University campus.
The Transportation ...
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CLARK Paw Printed Pallet Jack benefits Humane Society
Tuesday December 14, 2010
CLARK Material Handling Company , a supporter of many community outreach programs and nonprofit organizations including the Lexington Humane Society, is proud to introduce its Paw Printed Pallet Jack. This pallet truck is being donated to the Lexington ...
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WGBIB & The Schmid Group Inc. launch new material handling insurance program on a national basis
Tuesday December 7, 2010
Wood Gutmann & Bogart Insurance Brokers , in affiliation with The Schmid Group Inc. launched a new, full-service “one-stop-shopping” national insurance program for the Material Handling Industry.
George C. Schmid, CPCU, CEO of ...
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Toyota Industrial Equipment Mfg. Inc. named top plant in the U.S.
Tuesday December 7, 2010
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU) today announced that Toyota Industrial Equipment Mfg. Inc. (TIEM) was named the 2010 “Top Plant” by Plant Engineering magazine. TIEM, the Columbus, Ind.-based facility, which produces the ...
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Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America donates lift truck
Tuesday December 7, 2010
Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc. donated a Cat lift truck model NR4000P to Houston Habitat for Humanity . The organization will use the 4,000-pound capacity reach truck at the Houston Habitat for Humanity ReStore to assist with the ...
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MHS celebrates 40 years of outstanding customer service
Tuesday December 7, 2010
Material Handling Supply Inc. is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Founded in 1970, MHS Lift has become a term synonymous with exceptional customer service and expertise in the forklift and warehouse product industry. In the beginning, MHS Lift was ...
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| Tuesday November 30, 2010 |
Caterpillar to build new large-engine manufacturing facility in China
Tuesday November 30, 2010
Caterpillar Inc. announced that it will build a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Tianjin, China, to increase its worldwide capacity for large-engine production. Once operational in 2013, the engine facility will become Caterpillar's ...
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JLG wins Gold and Silver awards
Tuesday November 30, 2010
JLG Industries, Inc. announced that the G12-55A Telehandler won the Gold and the 1350SJP Boom Lift with Skywelder took home Silver in the Contractor's Choice Awards given by Roads & Bridges magazine. Winners were announced in the July 2010 issue ...
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Sunbelt Rentals enhances new and used equipment purchasing options
Tuesday November 30, 2010
Sunbelt Rentals announced it has added new financing and equipment warranty options. New and used equipment financing will be offered through an exclusive agreement with Star Capital Group .
In addition to retail financing, Sunbelt Rentals ...
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PTDA Business Index reveals a positive outlook for 2011
Tuesday November 30, 2010
According to the third quarter results of the Quarterly Business Index released by the Power Transmission Distributors Association ( PTDA ), PTDA members are projecting 10 percent growth on top of the 14 percent average growth expectation for 2010. ...
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CHEP announces intention to acquire IFCO
Monday November 22, 2010
Brambles Limited , the parent company of CHEP , announced the planned acquisition of IFCO SYSTEMS , NV, a leading provider of reusable plastic containers (RPCs) in 23 countries, and pallet management services in the U.S. The transaction will enhance ...
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HERC enters Hawaii market with acquisition of Western Machinery
Monday November 22, 2010
Hertz Equipment Rental Corp. has acquired Western Machinery , a leading rental company in Hawaii. Terms of the purchase were not disclosed. Western Machinery was founded in 1986 and headquartered in Kapolei, Oahu, with branches on Oahu, Hawaii and ...
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AME announces award recipients at 2010 conference
Monday November 22, 2010
The Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME) announced the 6 recipients of the 2010 Manufacturing Excellence Award. The awards, presented at AME’s 2010 International Excellence Inside Conference, signify high levels of excellence achieved ...
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Raymond Technician Development Program optimizes technician training
Monday November 22, 2010
Service technicians for The Raymond Corporation and its authorized Sales and Service Centers are now trained through Raymond’s exclusive Technician Development Program. This program provides technicians with practical application training that ...
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| Tuesday November 16, 2010 |
Exel wins national paper reduction award
Tuesday November 16, 2010
Exel received the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) 2010 WasteWise award for paper reduction based on the efforts of one of its sites. Paper-saving ideas came both from the warehouse and office operations. Warehouse employees ...
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FedEx Trade Networks opens five new offices in Europe
Tuesday November 16, 2010
FedEx Trade Networks , a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (and growing international ocean and air freight forwarder, announced that it has opened an additional five offices in the company’s Europe, Middle East and Asia region as part of its ...
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NMHG adds more than 400 for North American lift truck manufacturing facilities
Tuesday November 16, 2010
NACCO Materials Handling Group Inc. (NMHG), the makers of Yale and Hyster lift trucks, has announced the addition of 401 workers for the company’s Sulligent, Ala., Berea, Ky., Ramos Arizpe, Mexico, and Greenville, N.C., lift truck manufacturing ...
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Supply chain industry veteran John P. Reichert to speak at IMHX
Tuesday November 9, 2010
Supply chain execution and warehouse management industry veteran John P. Reichert, an expert with some 25 years of strategic and operational experience helping deliver significant solutions to such companies as Frito-Lay, Canon, McKesson Health, Cardinal ...
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Shawn Hubbard of Ruan Transport Corporation selected as TCA’s 2010 Highway Angel of the Year
Tuesday November 9, 2010
The Truckload Carriers Association announced that its 2010 Highway Angel of the Year is Shawn Hubbard, a professional driver with Ruan Transport Corporation of Des Moines, Iowa. Hubbard, who saved the life of a young man trapped inside a burning car, ...
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Teamsters ratification of labor contract accomplishes key YRC worldwide objective
Tuesday November 9, 2010
YRC Worldwide Inc. announced an important step in the company's comprehensive recovery plan, with a majority of its employees represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters voting '"yes" to ratify a modified labor agreement. The new labor ...
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Winkle Ohio facility expansion
Tuesday November 9, 2010
Winkle Industries unveiled its recent expansion to their Ohio operation, designed to support continuing growth in the firm’s range of products and services. The 15,000 sq. ft. expansion of Winkle’s existing 75,000 sq. ft. office and production ...
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Mark your calendar for the uDrove Humanitarian Bowl Game
Tuesday November 2, 2010
uDrove LLC , together with the Truckload Carriers Association , the Transportation Intermediaries Association , Healthy Trucking Association of America and Women in Trucking , are pleased to highlight the trucking industry at the upcoming uDrove ...
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Yale lift truck utilized in L'Oreal lift truck rally
Tuesday November 2, 2010
L’Oreal hosted a lift truck operator safety-training rally at its Cranbury, N.J. location on Oct. 4, 2010. Twenty-two participants took turns maneuvering through a series of obstacles on a Yale ERP040TH lift truck. Devin McGrady, pictured ...
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Delta Materials Handling Inc. celebrates 50 Years in business
Tuesday November 2, 2010
Founded in 1960, Delta Materials Handling Inc. has grown to a multi-dimensional provider of sales, leasing, service and parts for top quality forklifts and related warehouse equipment. This year marks 50 years in Memphis and to celebrate, the company ...
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Bublitz Material Handling becomes exclusive Hyster distributor for Kansas City
Tuesday November 2, 2010
Bublitz Material Handling in conjunction with NACCO Materials Handling Group announced the appointment of Bublitz as the exclusive distributor for Hyster forklifts. Adding Hyster to its current representation of Yale forklifts will provide the ...
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GENCO Supply Chain Solutions completes merger with ATC Technology Corporation
Tuesday November 2, 2010
GENCO Supply Chain Solutions announced the completion of its merger with ATC Technology Corporation (ATC). The combination of GENCO and ATC creates one of the industry’s largest and most innovative product life cycle third-party providers. ...
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Hitachi and Johnson Controls announce plans to collaborate on advanced energy storage
Tuesday October 26, 2010
Hitachi Ltd. and Johnson Controls Inc. announced they have signed a memorandum of understanding to work together on several fronts in the field of advanced energy storage. The collaboration agreement between the two companies reflects their long-term ...
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Schneider Packaging recognized by Fanuc as certified servicing integrator
Tuesday October 26, 2010
Schneider Packaging Equipment Co. Inc . was named a FANUC Certified Servicing Integrator in FANUC Robotics’ network of Authorized Integrators. Additionally, Schneider is FANUC’s largest integrator in the case packing and palletizing ...
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Toyota to showcase electric battery forward concept tow tractor
Tuesday October 26, 2010
Toyota Material Handling U.S.A. Inc . will showcase its latest battery forward concept tow tractor at the International Airport Expo , held Oct. 26-29, 2010 at the Rio All-Suite Hotel in Las Vegas. Available for operation in the outdoor electric GSE ...
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Alta Equipment Company expands to North Chicago
Tuesday October 26, 2010
After several months of planning and renovating, Hyster Lift Truck dealer Alta Equipment Company has taken possession of its new 41,696 sq. ft. Itasca service facility and will hold a Grand Opening on October 28. The full-service location becomes ...
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Johnson Controls Automotive Experience signs share purchase agreement to acquire Michel Thierry
Tuesday October 19, 2010
Johnson Controls signed a share purchase agreement for the acquisition of Michel Thierry . Johnson Controls stated that the strategic acquisition of the renowned French automotive supplier will position the company as one of the global leaders in ...
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Berner Internationals Industrial Dealer Sales Group expands material handling business
Tuesday October 19, 2010
Berner International Corp. expanded its Industrial Dealer Sales Group to support continuing expansion into the material handling segment. Berner has named material handling industry veteran, Michael Farber, as sales manager to head the Industrial ...
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| Wednesday October 13, 2010 |
A-1 Crane turns heads with iconic farmer and daughter sculpture
Wednesday October 13, 2010
A-1 Crane Rental and Machinery Moving, Inc . from Dubuque, Iowa hoisted and assembled the giant heads and torsos of the iconic farmer and daughter which will be displayed at the Dubuque Museum of Art now through April 2011.
The 25-foot-tall "God ...
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Voxware bolsters food traceability efforts
Tuesday October 12, 2010
Voxware , whose clients include Performance Food Group and US Foodservice , announced that it has become the first voice vendor to be awarded membership in the GS1 Solution Provider Program to support food traceability efforts, tracking produce ...
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Johnson Controls to build $118 million automotive battery plant in Chongqing, China
Tuesday October 12, 2010
Johnson Controls Inc. announced it is investing $118 million to build a third automotive battery plant in China, to be located in Chongqing. The plant complements the company's existing plants located in Shanghai and Changxing, and expands the company's ...
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Diageo awards Exel Transportation Johnnie Walker Blue Award
Tuesday October 12, 2010
Exel Transportation , an operating unit of Exel, earned the prestigious Johnnie Walker Blue Award for Best Overall Carrier from Diageo , the world’s leading premium drinks company with outstanding brands including Crown Royal, Johnnie Walker, ...
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Fuel Systems Solutions closes acquisition of EvoTek LLC
Monday October 4, 2010
Fuel Systems Solutions Inc. announced that it has completed the purchase of EvoTek LLC for a total value of $7.0 million comprised of $4.0 million in cash paid at closing and $3.0 million of Fuel Systems' stock paid into escrow at closing and released ...
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Reddwerks ranks high as fastest growing private supply chain company
Monday October 4, 2010
Reddwerks Corporation , a leading provider of Warehouse Performance Management software and solutions, announced that Inc. Magazine ranked the company the 45th fastest growing private software company in America. The company achieved three-year sales ...
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YRC Worldwide announces tentative agreement with Teamsters
Monday October 4, 2010
YRC Worldwide Inc. announced that it has entered into a tentative agreement with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters to address the company's competitiveness, re-entry into multi-employer pension funds and progress toward long-term growth. ...
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D&S/Walmart Expands Relationship with DHL Supply Chain Chile
Monday October 4, 2010
DHL Supply Chain Chile and D&S, an affiliate of Walmart in Chile, have strengthened its relationship by opening up a new 7,500 square-meter distribution center in Chillan that will service the south region of the country. The team, comprised ...
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| Tuesday September 28, 2010 |
CRST International listed on 2010 InformationWeek 500
Tuesday September 28, 2010
CRST International Inc . announced that it was listed on the InformationWeek 500 for the third consecutive year. The list, which focuses on innovation in technology, ranked CRST International as #221. The focus this past year was the implementation ...
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New AEM webinars offer convenient and cost-effective industry education
Tuesday September 28, 2010
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) announces a new series of 7 educational webinars covering the economy, regulatory changes, healthcare reform, safety and exhibition marketing.
The AEM webinars run one hour to one-and-a-half-hours ...
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WC Cardinal closes
Tuesday September 28, 2010
The W.C. Cardinal Company has closed in Cadiz, Ohio. The company had operated at the Cadiz/Harrison County Industrial Park for more than 20 years. Its Web site touted it as a leader in the storage rack industry with such products as Roll Form and ...
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YRC Worldwide honored for Distinguished Service & Top Technology Innovator
Tuesday September 28, 2010
YRC Worldwide announced the company has received a Distinguished Service Award for 2010 presented by the National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) for its achievements in the field of transportation and logistics in support of the NDTA and ...
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| Tuesday September 21, 2010 |
Toyota No. 1 in Lift Truck sales for 8th consecutive year
Tuesday September 21, 2010
Toyota ranked as the world’s largest lift truck supplier for the eighth consecutive year in Modern Materials Handling’s Annual Top 20 ranking. Toyota reported $4.6 billion in worldwide sales revenue for the 2009 fiscal year. ...
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Dynamic Conveyor receives national certification by Women’s Business Council
Tuesday September 21, 2010
Dynamic Conveyor Corporation received national certification as a Women’s Business Enterprise by the Women’s Business Council, a regional certifying partner of the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). WBENC’s ...
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CLARK appoints Cisco Equipment as authorized dealer
Tuesday September 21, 2010
CLARK Material Handling Company announced it appointed Cisco Equipment as an authorized distributor of CLARK products in the Lubbock, Texas market. Cisco is a full-service CLARK dealer, featuring full sales and service departments, a rental fleet, ...
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Dematic Group completes acquisition of HK Systems
Tuesday September 21, 2010
Dematic Group announced that it has successfully completed the acquisition of HK Systems . This strategic union was made final on September 15, 2010. John K. Baysore, Chief Executive Officer, Dematic North America, will be responsible for leading ...
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| Tuesday September 14, 2010 |
NAW and Brown & Joseph launch cash advantage program
Tuesday September 14, 2010
The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW) announced that it entered into a strategic partnership with Brown & Joseph to offer a suite of customizable accounts receivable recovery, working capital and liquidity solutions to its ...
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Dematic offers Warehouse Logistics Conference
Tuesday September 14, 2010
Dematic is offering a series of Warehouse Logistics Conferences . The one-day event, titled “Get the most out of your operation”, is focused on the operation and maintenance of material handling systems in the warehouse and distribution ...
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Fuel Systems Solutions to acquire EvoTek LLC
Tuesday September 14, 2010
Fuel Systems Solutions Inc. has agreed to purchase EvoTek, LLC , a premier alternative fuel automotive systems developer in North America that offers dedicated CNG and LPG conversion systems across multiple U.S. fleet vehicle platforms. The transaction ...
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Accu-Sort updates 2D camera bar-code scanner systems at China Post
Tuesday September 14, 2010
China Post recently awarded a contract to Accu-Sort Systems for several multi-sided AV6010 camera bar-code scanner tunnels. China Post selected Accu-Sort's AV6010 as part of a major technology upgrade, in addition to implementing it at newer ...
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Accellos announces acquisition of TMS assets
Tuesday September 14, 2010
Accellos announced the acquisition of the assets of Virtual Dispatch, LLC , a Staufville, Ontario based provider of both on-premise and on-demand transportation management solutions. Accellos will integrate certain of Virtual Dispatch’s assets ...
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CRST International announces name change
Tuesday September 14, 2010
CRST International announced a name change for its largest operating subsidiary, CRST Van Expedited. CRST Van Expedited will officially become "CRST Expedited" as of September 15, 2010, in an effort to better reflect the capabilities and services ...
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| Tuesday September 7, 2010 |
McGladrey Distribution Report shows business conditions improving for wholesale distributors
Tuesday September 7, 2010
McGladrey, one of the country’s leading professional services providers, recently released its 2010 McGladrey Distribution Industry Report which shows, among other things, that for the first time in three years, business conditions for distributors ...
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NMHG raises awareness for United Way
Tuesday September 7, 2010
NACCO Materials Handling Group Inc. (NMHG) has always believed in the importance of giving back to the local Greenville, N.C., community and surrounding county. NMHG is proud to be a sponsor of East Carolina University (ECU) athletics, while simultaneously ...
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Papé Material Handling recognized for safety achievement
Tuesday September 7, 2010
Oregon OSHA welcomes Papé Material Handling Inc . as the latest employer in the Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP). SHARP provides an incentive for Oregon employers to work with their employees to find and correct hazards, ...
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Wisconsin Lift Truck named preferred Rico manufacturing dealer
Tuesday September 7, 2010
Wisconsin Lift Truck Corp. announced it has been named a preferred dealer for Rico Equipment . With over 130 years in the specialty lift truck industry, Rico has a reputation as a pioneer in the design, development, and manufacturing of material ...
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CRST expanding training center
Tuesday August 31, 2010
CRST International recently broke ground on a $1 million expansion of its newly built driver training center. The expansion is the result of the company’s recent growth and need for more drivers. CRST is expanding the facility by adding roughly ...
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YRC Glen Moore voted No. 1 Truckload Carrier for Dry Freight for 2010
Tuesday August 31, 2010
YRC Glen Moore has been named the No. 1 Dry Freight Truckload Carrier in the 2010 Quest for Quality Awards given by the readers of Logistics Management magazine. In addition to its No. 1 overall ranking as determined by the highest composite score, ...
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Holland receives 2010 Quest for Quality Award
Tuesday August 31, 2010
Holland has been named a 2010 Quest for Quality Award honoree in two categories - Midwest/North Central regional LTL and Expedited Motor Carriers - by the readers of Logistics Management magazine. For Holland, this represents the 25th consecutive ...
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Atlas World Group awards $12,000 in college scholarships
Tuesday August 31, 2010
For the 6th consecutive year, Atlas World Group Inc . has awarded $12,000 in scholarship money to 3 college students who have ties to Atlas and its subsidiaries. The winners of the Atlas scholarships are Amy McDaniel and Rachel Davis of Evansville ...
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Inmar named a top 3PL by Food Logistics Magazine
Tuesday August 24, 2010
Inmar announced that it was named a 2010 Top Third-party Logistics Provider by Food Logistics . According to the publication’s editors, the 3PLs selected offer a broad scope of services and capabilities that enable food companies to reduce ...
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Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc. announces new Jungheinrich dealers
Tuesday August 24, 2010
As a result of the distribution and manufacturing agreement between Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc. (MCFA) and Jungheinrich AG , MCFA is pleased to announce several new authorized distributors of Jungheinrich branded warehouse products ...
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Holland selected as 2009 LTL Carrier of the Year by ChemTreat
Tuesday August 24, 2010
Holland was named 2009 LTL Carrier of the Year by ChemTreat .
To determine rankings, ChemTreat rated LTL carriers on service quality in a number of categories including on-time delivery, lost and damaged product and billing accuracy. In addition, ...
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Women In Trucking group hosts tattoo party at Great American Trucking Show
Tuesday August 24, 2010
It was only a flippant remark, but it’s turned into a publicity event complete with tattoos, media exposure and a way to promote a nonprofit organization. When Ellen Voie founded Women In Trucking Association (WIT) she said she’d ...
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Associated announces a new brand identity
Tuesday August 24, 2010
During the past 5 decades, Associated Material Handling Industries Inc. and Allied Handling Equipment Company have strived to forge long term relationships with their customers by providing leading edge design and engineering solutions, world-class ...
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Mother & daughter awarded high honors at LA Sparks game
Tuesday August 17, 2010
Christine Leslie-Espinoza supported her family by driving a truck for a living. That was more than 20 years ago and she was a pioneer as a single female in the trucking industry. She set an example for her children, and her daughter, Lisa Leslie, ...
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Santa Fe Storage & Moving joins Atlas Van Lines' network of agents
Tuesday August 17, 2010
Santa Fe Storage & Moving has joined Atlas Van Lines . By becoming an Atlas Van Lines agent, the company joins more than 500 Atlas agents across North America. Santa Fe Storage & Moving provides packing, crating and protected storage, ...
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Fuel Systems Solutions signs distribution agreement with Cummins Crosspoint
Tuesday August 17, 2010
Fuel Systems Solutions Inc.'s subsidiary, IMPCO Ecotrans , signed a 2-phase full service distribution agreement with Indianapolis-based Cummins Crosspoint for IMPCO Ecotrans manufactured auxiliary power units (APU) supply to the rail industry. The ...
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YRC Worldwide congratulates its professional drivers
Tuesday August 17, 2010
YRC Worldwide announced that 5 of its professional drivers captured top awards at this year's National Truck Driving Championships, Aug. 3-7 in Columbus, Ohio. YRC Worldwide sent a team of outstanding professional drivers from its subsidiaries Holland, ...
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Intella Liftparts now stocking forks in Southern California
Tuesday August 10, 2010
Intella Liftparts announced the further expansion of its parts program by stocking forks in Southern California. Intella Liftparts will stock common class 2 and class 3 standard tapered forks in Fontana, Calif. for quick delivery to customers in the ...
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PTDA welcomes 4 new members
Tuesday August 10, 2010
The Power Transmission Distributors Association welcomed 4 new members in the second quarter of 2010.
The association welcomed one new distributor member:
Bearings & Power Transmission Components Inc. (Minneapolis, Minn.), a ...
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Wisconsin Lift Truck Corp. acquires Witco Systems Inc.
Tuesday August 10, 2010
Otto J. Wolter, CEO of Wisconsin Lift Truck Corp. announced that it acquired Witco Systems Inc . Witco Systems Inc. is a 61-year-old full service material handling dealership headquartered in Milwaukee, Wis., with service operations in Madison and ...
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CLARK appoints CSI Material Handling as authorized dealer
Tuesday August 10, 2010
CLARK Material Handling Co. announced it appointed CSI Material Handling Inc. as an authorized distributor of CLARK products in the Bethlehem, Pittston, and Reading, Penn. Markets as well as New Castle, Del. CSI is a full-service CLARK dealer, featuring ...
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Toyota marks 20 years of manufacturing in the U.S.
Tuesday August 10, 2010
Toyota Industrial Equipment Mfg. Inc. (TIEM) marked production of the new 8-Series, 4-wheel electric AC lift truck with a line-off ceremony. TIEM’s 600-plus associates attended the occasion, which also commemorated the manufacturing plant’s ...
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Dematic Group announces intent to acquire HK Systems
Tuesday August 10, 2010
Dematic announced it signed an agreement in principle to purchase HK Systems . The Dematic and HK Systems merger will result in a stronger and more responsive company providing added value and expanded solution portfolios for customers. The merger ...
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Johnson Controls acquires Delkor Corporation
Tuesday August 3, 2010
Johnson Controls Inc. signed an agreement to acquire 90 percent of its existing joint venture with Delkor Corporation , a leading automotive battery manufacturer based in Seoul, South Korea. The remaining 10 percent will be acquired by the ...
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Drives, LLC announces joint venture in Brazil
Tuesday August 3, 2010
Drives, LLC entered into a joint venture with MethalC Ltda. in Curitiba, Brazil. The plant in Brazil will be Drives’ 9th facility worldwide and their first in South America. This joint venture was formed with MethalC Maquinas E Pecas Ltda, which ...
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Drives, LLC announces new warehouse
Tuesday August 3, 2010
Drives, LLC announced the expansion of their service by adding a warehouse location in Brampton, ON, Canada. The Brampton warehouse is Drives’ 7 th distribution center in North America, and the newest in Canada. This new warehouse is reflective ...
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NMHG manufacturing plant honored with safety awards
Tuesday August 3, 2010
NACCO Materials Handling Group Inc.’s Greenville, N.C., manufacturing facility has been honored with two safety awards from the N.C. Department of Labor. The plant, which produces Yale and Hyster brand lift trucks, received – for the ...
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CLARK Material Handling appoints Apex Material Handling as authorized dealer
Tuesday August 3, 2010
CLARK Material Handling Co. announced it appointed Apex Material Handling Corp. as an authorized distributor of CLARK products and services in the Chicago, Ill. Market. Apex is a full-service CLARK dealer, featuring full sales and service departments, ...
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Kaman and Predictive Service announce distribution agreement
Tuesday July 27, 2010
Kaman Industrial Technologies and Predictive Service, LLC announced a collaboration between the 2 companies, whereby Kaman will distribute reliability services from Predictive Service in the industrial distribution market. The agreement allows Kaman ...
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vSync named to 2010 President’s Club for Microsoft Dynamics
Tuesday July 27, 2010
vSync , a leading provider of EDI, shipping and supply chain solutions built specifically for Microsoft Dynamics was named to the 2010 President’s Club for Microsoft Dynamics. This achievement is a direct result of vSync’s outstanding ...
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Rhino Rubber offers new free catalog
Tuesday July 27, 2010
Rhino Rubber, LLC introduced a new catalog featuring products and accessories for the industrial tire market. The catalog is free upon request. Rhino Rubber is a global tire manufacturer that is committed to establishing a strong presence in ...
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Johnson Controls partners with Student Conservation Association and The Greening of Detroit for innovative green jobs program
Tuesday July 20, 2010
Eighty Detroit public high school students are participating in the Conservation Leadership Corps (CLC) – a summer jobs program promoting environmental stewardship and leadership skills development while working in the local parks. Created and ...
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DuPont at K 2010: Responsible Innovation Now
Tuesday July 20, 2010
The DuPont exhibit at K 2010 reflects the company’s optimistic and future-oriented view of its business and the opportunities for high-performance polymers and elastomers that are emerging from recent global economic challenges. Under its ...
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Internet Truckstop celebrates 15 years in business
Tuesday July 20, 2010
Internet Truckstop, LLC announced that on July 24, 2010 they will be celebrating their 15th anniversary. Internet Truckstop is North America’s largest online freight matching service for the transportation industry and when founded in 1995, ...
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Kaman and Predictive Service announce distribution agreement
Tuesday July 20, 2010
Kaman Industrial Technologies and Predictive Service, LLC announced a collaboration between the 2 companies, whereby Kaman will distribute reliability services from Predictive Service in the industrial distribution market. The agreement allows Kaman ...
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Crown Equipment earns design award
Tuesday July 13, 2010
Crown was honored by the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) with an International Design Excellence Award (IDEA) for the Crown ESR 5000 Series of narrow-aisle reach trucks used throughout Asia and Europe. This is the 5th consecutive ...
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Mitsubishi Caterpillar donates lift truck to Habitat for Humanity
Tuesday July 13, 2010
Houston-based manufacturer, Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc . donated a Cat lift truck model NR4000P to Houston Habitat for Humanity . The organization will use the 4,000 lb capacity reach truck at the Houston Habitat for Humanity ReStore ...
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Local Atlas Van Lines agent under new ownership
Monday July 12, 2010
Derby Van and Storage Inc., an Atlas Van Lines agent with headquarters in Louisville, Ky., announced a change in ownership and a new name. The agency was purchased on May 28 by Shetler Moving and Storage, Inc. of Evansville, Ind. and renamed ...
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Swisslog awarded a major order
Tuesday July 6, 2010
Swisslog has been awarded a major order by Schreiber Foods . Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Schreiber Foods is the world’s largest employee-owned dairy company with annual sales of more than $3 billion. It produces and distributes ...
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Arecont Vision announced as Outstanding New Vendor by PSA
Tuesday July 6, 2010
Arecont Vision announces their acceptance of the PSA Outstanding New Vendor Award at this year’s PSA Tec 2010 Show. This award was created to acknowledge PSA vendor partners who provide PSA with outstanding service and quality products. Winning ...
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NHA presents Meritorious Service award to Linde’s McGowan
Tuesday July 6, 2010
The National Hydrogen Association has presented its Meritorious Service award to Mike McGowan, head of strategic alliances and government affairs for Linde North America’s alternative energy team. The NHA presented the award to McGowan at its ...
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Ace Relocation Systems Inc. adds Phoenix location
Tuesday July 6, 2010
Ace Relocation Systems Inc. of San Diego, Calif., expanded its operation to include the Phoenix market on June 1. Ace Relocation Systems also has offices in Orlando, Fla.; Upper Marlboro, Md.; Long Beach, Calif.; Kent, Wash.; Elgin, Ill.; Kyle, Texas; ...
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YRC Worldwide announces agreement for Austin Ventures to acquire YRC Logistics
Tuesday July 6, 2010
YRC Worldwide announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell a portion of its YRC Logistics business to Austin Ventures , a strategic private equity investor. This logistics business will operate as a private company owned by Austin ...
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Toyota honors top suppliers
Tuesday June 29, 2010
Toyota Industrial Equipment Mfg. Inc . (TIEM) announced the winners of its annual Supplier of the Year Award. The Quality Cost Delivery award is awarded to TIEM suppliers whose quality, cost and delivery exceed a 95 percent standard of excellence. ...
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AEM Hall of Fame accepting online nominations starting July 1, 2010
Tuesday June 29, 2010
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) announced the 2010 AEM Hall of Fame program. The AEM Hall of Fame seeks to create a wider public understanding and appreciation of the industry's role - not only in the past but for the future - in ...
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National Safety Council recognizes Crown’s safety achievements
Tuesday June 29, 2010
Crown Equipment Corporation was presented with a 2010 Occupational Excellence Achievement Award from the National Safety Council . The award recognizes Crown for its safety achievements and implementation of effective safety programs and initiatives. ...
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Exel, Mopar project earns Chrysler Environmental Leadership Award
Tuesday June 29, 2010
Exel , its partners at Chrysler ’s Mopar brand and other dedicated transportation providers, have earned the prestigious Chrysler Environmental Leadership Award for extraordinary innovation and dedication to reducing the environmental impact ...
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Wastequip launches e-commerce website
Tuesday June 22, 2010
Wastequip launched an e-commerce website that provides online access to the most commonly requested replacement parts for waste handling and hauling equipment. The site at www.partsplace-inc.com features a broad array of components, ranging from ...
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National Hydrogen Association recognizes Linde for loyalty
Tuesday June 22, 2010
The National Hydrogen Association (NHA) presented Linde North America with an award for demonstrating its commitment and loyalty to NHA since its inception in 1989. Linde North America is a member of The Linde Group, a world-leading gases and ...
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AAR Reports Weekly Rail Traffic Remains Steady
Tuesday June 15, 2010
The Association of American Railroads reported U.S. railroads originated 270,251 carloads for the week ending June 5, 2010, up 4 percent compared with the same week in 2009, but down 16.4 percent from 2008. Unlike the comparison weeks from 2008 and ...
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SICK announces Solutions Forum in Cincinnati
Tuesday June 15, 2010
SICK announced free seminars designed to help attendees reduce costs, increase productivity and enhance safety. Join SICK product experts at the 2010 SICK Solutions Forum, June 23 in Cincinnati, OH, at the Cincinnati Marriott North Union Center to ...
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SightLogix automated outdoor video system receives Avigilon Certification
Tuesday June 8, 2010
SightLogix partnered with Avigilon to provide compatibility of SightSensor intelligent video cameras with Avigilon's Control Center high-definition video management software. SightSensor thermal and visible intrusion detection cameras are designed ...
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AEM announces winners in “Construction Challenge” student competition
Tuesday June 8, 2010
Twelve student teams from the United States and Canada have won the 2010 AEM Construction Challenge presented by Volvo Construction Equipment during the Global Finals competition of Destination ImagiNation. The competition took place May 26-29 at the ...
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SME and University of Phoenix team together to provide credits for certification
Tuesday June 8, 2010
The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) and University of Phoenix have reached an agreement that will provide holders of SME certifications with articulation credits toward their college degree. This will enable them to expedite their time towards ...
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Alta Equipment Company expands in Michigan, Indiana and Illinois
Tuesday June 8, 2010
Michigan-based lift truck dealer Alta Equipment Company more than doubled its personnel and market potential through strategic acquisitions in 2010. During the first quarter of the year, Alta Equipment Company completed the purchases of four equipment ...
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YRC Worldwide recognized by CIO Magazine
Tuesday June 8, 2010
YRC Worldwide Inc. announced that the company was named a recipient of the 2010 CIO 100 award by CIO magazine . The 23rd annual award program recognizes organizations around the world that exemplify the highest level of operational and strategic ...
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WIT board member receives community service award
Tuesday June 8, 2010
Women In Trucking board member, Jayne Gunn, is the recipient of the 2010 MicroSkill’s Community Service Award. The award was created to recognize an individual who has demonstrated commitment to improving the quality of life for people ...
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Jungreinrich announces new North American dealers
Tuesday June 8, 2010
As a result of the distribution and manufacturing agreement effective January 2010 between Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc. and Jungheinrich AG , MCFA announced a large network of dealers that are now the authorized distributors of Jungheinrich ...
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DHL to provide service parts logistics support for IBM Canada
Tuesday June 1, 2010
DHL Supply Chain announced a three-year contract to provide a nationwide service parts logistics solution for IBM Canada. DHL will manage service parts inventory for IBM products such as computers, servers, telecommunications equipment and printers. ...
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uDrove named the title sponsor of uDrove Humanitarian Bowl Game
Tuesday June 1, 2010
uDrove LLC, announced that it is the new title sponsor of the Humanitarian Bowl Game. Roady’s , the former title sponsor, and uDrove are affiliate companies and part of the broader Internet Truckstop group of companies that service the trucking ...
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Akro-Mils recognized as outstanding Grainger Supplier
Tuesday June 1, 2010
Akro-Mils was presented with Grainger’s prestigious Partners in Performance Award for 2009 at Grainger’s annual supplier conference held in Schaumburg, IL. Grainger presents the award annually to a select group of suppliers for outstanding ...
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Reddaway named 2009 Regional Carrier of the Year by GlobalTranz
Tuesday June 1, 2010
Reddaway was named 2009 Regional Carrier of the Year by GlobalTranz . Reddaway is a logistics management firm specializing in carrier, supply chain, and warehouse management. To determine rankings, GlobalTranz agents and representatives nationwide ...
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Rail industry honors safety achievements at E.H. Harriman Awards
Tuesday May 25, 2010
America’s railroads honored the industry’s safety achievements and celebrated railroads with the best employee safety records at the annual E.H. Harriman Awards. According to the Association of American Railroads 2009 was the safest year ...
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Sealing Technology for Packaging Processes Seminar
Tuesday May 25, 2010
The seminar will be held on June 16-17, 2010, in Philadelphia, Pa. Sealing Technology for Packaging Processes is designed to give engineers a complete understanding of the various techniques for applying heat to flexible and semi-rigid packaging in ...
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Women In Trucking Association enters fourth year
Tuesday May 25, 2010
The Women In Trucking Association entered its fourth year. The board voted to retain the current officers, which are Chairwoman, Leigh Foxall, Internet Truckstop; Vice-Chairwoman, Debbie Sparks, Truckload Carriers Association; Secretary, Jayne Gunn, ...
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Dayton Tooling and Manufacturing Association Opens Registration for October Trade Show
Monday May 24, 2010
The Dayton Tooling & Manufacturing Association (DTMA) is hosting the region’s largest annual advanced manufacturing and technology-specific trade show at the Dayton Airport Expo Center on October 20-21, 2010. The regional Advanced Manufacturing ...
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Johnson Controls recognized for energy savings
Tuesday May 18, 2010
Johnson Controls Power Solutions earned the Department of Energy (DOE) "Save Energy Now" award, which recognizes manufacturing facilities that have implemented significant savings through an energy assessment. Johnson Controls' Red Oak, Iowa facility ...
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Cat Lift Trucks awards scholarships
Tuesday May 18, 2010
Cat Lift Trucks selected two Houston-area high school students to each receive a $5,000 scholarship for their higher education pursuits.
Abbey Laclede of Galveston and Parker George of Houston were chosen as this year’s recipients out of ...
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Cement gains to materialize in second half of 2010
Tuesday May 11, 2010
Expected increases in public construction activities will pave the way for improved cement consumption in 2010 and beyond, according the most recent economic forecast from the Portland Cement Association (PCA). In 2010, PCA anticipates a modest five ...
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SICK announces new distributor – Sun Automation Inc
Tuesday May 11, 2010
SICK announced Sun Automation Inc as a SICK Authorized Distributor who offers exceptional sales, product and application knowledge. Sales territory will include Arizona, New Mexico and Southern Nevada.
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Cosmo Containers expand market channel
Tuesday May 11, 2010
Inspirion Ventures Inc, a wholly owned subsidiary of NOVA Chemicals Inc , announced the formation of a distribution network to support its growing COSMO Collapsible Container System business.
The network will allow experts in given market spaces ...
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Nuvera Fuel Cells’ first annual community service day
Tuesday May 11, 2010
Nuvera Fuel Cells completed their first annual community service day, with over 70 employees participating. The service took place as part of Billerica’s annual Clean Up Green Up event. Employees worked at various locations around the town, ...
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Marlin Steel Wire exports and hiring increase
Tuesday May 11, 2010
Marlin Steel Wire has been adding jobs in Baltimore, MD to keep up with increased foreign demand of wire baskets and wire forms for buyers around the world. Running four shifts a week, Marlin Wire has been growing and hiring unemployed steel workers ...
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Hirschmann (PAT) names new Premier Dealer
Tuesday May 4, 2010
Hirschmann Automation and Control has named Crane Service, located in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, a Premier Dealer in Brazil. Crane Service offers Hirschmann's entire line of PAT, Krueger, and Hirschmann branded crane operator aids. These systems ...
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Johnson Controls recognized for excellence by Honda de Mexico
Tuesday May 4, 2010
Johnson Controls Power Solutions has received the 2009 Excellence Award from Honda de Mexico for the second consecutive year. The award was based on outstanding customer service, quality and delivery performance from Johnson Controls' Torreon automotive ...
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Elysium Inc, Kubotek USA and Lattice Technology Inc announce Product Development and Manufacturing Seminar
Tuesday May 4, 2010
Lattice Technology Inc, Elysium Inc and Kubotek USA announced the next seminar in its series across the USA to help manufacturers improve productivity, efficiency and quality by using 3D data throughout the enterprise. The free seminar will ...
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Kaman acquires Minarik Corporation
Tuesday May 4, 2010
Kaman Corporation announced that its subsidiary, Kaman Industrial Technologies Corporation, has acquired Minarik Corporation. The transaction closed on April 30, 2010 and Minarik is now part of Kaman’s Industrial Distribution Segment. Minarik, ...
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Worldwide Material Handling Products, LLC purchases Atlas Wire Deck and Rack Repair division
Monday May 3, 2010
Worldwide Material Handling Products, LLC has announced that it has purchased substantially the assets of Atlas Material Handling’s wire mesh deck and pallet rack repair division. The sale includes the Schiller Park, IL, Dallas, TX and San Bernardino, ...
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Equipment Finance companies report lower credit losses
Tuesday April 27, 2010
The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s (ELFA) Monthly Leasing and Finance Index (MLFI-25 ) showed overall new business volume for March declined nine percent when compared to the same period in 2009. When compared to ...
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104 Percent in Fuel Efficiency Gains Since 1980
Tuesday April 27, 2010
The Association of American Railroads announced that the nation’s freight railroads in 2009 averaged 480 ton/miles to the gallon. Overall, freight rail fuel efficiency is up 104 percent since 1980. In 2009, railroads generated 67 percent ...
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RONA-U announces partnerships with Rubbermaid commercial products
Tuesday April 27, 2010
RONA-U, a collegiate group backed by the Recycling Organization of North America recently announced that Rubbermaid Commercial Products (RCP) has signed a charter partnership agreement to increase waste recycling streams more efficiently on campuses ...
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Toyota lift trucks rank highest in quality and value
Tuesday April 27, 2010
For the sixth consecutive year Toyota Material Handling USA Inc’s (TMHU) lift trucks have been named number one in quality and value in an independent survey conducted by Reed Business Information.
The survey was conducted by Reed ...
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Metrolift Inc. contributes to upgrades at Wrigley Field
Tuesday April 20, 2010
Cubs fans were treated to much more than upgraded bathrooms and new food options when they arrived at Wrigley Field for opening day this year. The Ricketts family purchased the Chicago franchise from the Tribune Co. last fall and began making improvements ...
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AAR reports broad gains in weekly U.S. Rail Freight Traffic
Tuesday April 20, 2010
The Association of American Railroads reported that freight traffic on U.S. railroads was once again up sharply for the week ended April 10, 2010, compared with the same period a year ago. U.S. railroads originated 288,495 carloads during the week, ...
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Exel Transportation earns Frito-Lay award
Tuesday April 20, 2010
Exel Transportation , the North American leader in supply chain management and a Deutsche Post DHL company, earned the prestigious Carrier of the Year award from Frito-Lay North America. Exel Transportation received the recognition during an awards ...
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Kaman acquires Allied Bearings Supply
Tuesday April 13, 2010
Kaman Corp. announced that its subsidiary, Kaman Industrial Technologies Corp. completed the previously announced acquisition of Allied Bearings Supply Company of Tulsa, Okla. The transaction closed the week of April 5, and Allied is now part of ...
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Wisconsin Lift Truck Corp. wins award from Steel King Industries Inc.
Tuesday April 13, 2010
Wisconsin Lift Truck Corp. won three major awards from Steel King Industries Inc. for 2009 sales performance.
Named the Most Valuable Distributor of 2009, Wisconsin Lift Truck Corp. increased its sales volume of most Steel King ...
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Nuvera Fuel Cells announces DOE Fuel Cell Stack Project Awards
Tuesday April 13, 2010
Nuvera Fuel Cells announced it received two technical research awards from the U.S. Department of Energy to increase the durability and performance of fuel cell stacks designed to meet DOE’s 2015 cost and durability targets. Both projects ...
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Visual Components and RSW successfully implement new Hi-Speed Mixed Palletizing Line through simulation
Tuesday April 6, 2010
Visual Components , an international provider of 3-D factory simulation software, partnered with palletizing systems leader RSW to launch the pilot implementation of RSW’s innovative materials handling systems at Nedac Sorbo B.V. , a supplier ...
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New KardexRemstar Service Organization has more than 500 trained technicians in North America
Tuesday April 6, 2010
The new KardexRemstar Service Organization has more than 500 factory trained, certified technicians available through the KardexRemstar dealer organization with 8 regional parts and distribution centers throughout North America. There are 4 service ...
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Hirschmann names new Premier Dealer in Brazil
Tuesday April 6, 2010
Hirschmann Automation and Control in Chambersburg, Penn., named Alfatec Solutions , located in Itapevi, Sao Paulo, a Premier Dealer in Brazil. Alfatec Solutions is a full service dealer carrying Hirschmann's entire line of PAT and Krueger crane ...
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Cat Lift Trucks recognize top performing dealers
Tuesday March 30, 2010
Cat Lift Trucks announced the winners of its 2010 “Quest for Excellence” Dealer of the Year award. Recipients of this award are recognized based on 2009 sales performance, customer relationships and operational knowledge of Cat lift trucks. ...
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Logility acquires Optiant Inc.
Tuesday March 30, 2010
Logility Inc. , a supplier of collaborative solutions to optimize the supply chain, announced its acquisition of certain assets of privately held Optiant Inc. , a Boston-based provider of multi-echelon supply chain optimization systems, for approximately ...
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Toyota Material Handling Division realigns to ensure superior products, service
Wednesday March 24, 2010
Toyota Industries Corporation announced it is formalizing the management and operations structure of Toyota Material Handling North America to further strengthen the Toyota and Raymond brands in North America. This restructuring – originating ...
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Colson Caster continues 125-year celebration
Tuesday March 23, 2010
Robert Pritzker (seated), president and CEO of Colson Associates out of Chicago, visited Colson Caster’s headquarters location in Jonesboro, Ark., to enjoy the festivities surrounding the company’s 125th year in business. Pritzker has ...
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Kaman announces agreement with Bison Gear and Engineering
Tuesday March 23, 2010
Kaman Industrial Technologies Corp. announced a new distribution agreement with Bison Gear and Engineering Corp. , a manufacturer of fractional horsepower AC and DC gearmotors, motors and gear reducers. Kaman now has the ability to distribute nationally ...
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IDEAL acquires tool manufacturer Pratt-Read
Tuesday March 23, 2010
IDEAL Industries Inc. announced it entered into an agreement to acquire Pratt-Read , the third largest manufacturer of screwdrivers in the U.S. and one of the country’s oldest companies.
Founded in 1798, Pratt-Read manufactures screwdrivers ...
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CFDL launches new division, Starke Material Handling North America
Tuesday March 16, 2010
Canadian Forklift Distributors Limited launched a new division, Starke Material Handling Group . The Starke Line features the Starke Professional and Elite internal combustion forklift Series’, the Starke Energy Series lineup of AC electric forklifts, ...
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NMHG appoints Deep South as Yale dealer for part of Louisiana and Texas
Tuesday March 16, 2010
NACCO Materials Handling Group Inc. appointed Deep South Equipment Company as the authorized Yale lift truck dealer for the sales and service territories to include select counties in Louisiana and Texas.
Deep South has been the Hyster lift truck ...
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Hyster Co. kicks off 4th consecutive year of Invitation to Compare events
Tuesday March 16, 2010
Hyster Co. recently began its 4 th consecutive year of Invitation to Compare events. The events continue to gain popularity with dealers and their customers, and the 2010 ITC events will focus on Hyster trucks and three competitive electric sit-down ...
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Cat Lift Trucks official truck provider at 2010 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
Tuesday March 16, 2010
For the 6 th year in a row, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo will receive a helping hand from its Official Lift Truck Provider, Cat Lift Trucks . Up to 100 lift trucks will be provided by Cat Lift Trucks and local dealer, Adobe Equipment Inc., ...
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Flight Systems Industrial Products acquires General Electric Vehicle Controls
Tuesday March 9, 2010
On March 1, 2010, FSIP formalized an acquisition of certain assets of General Electric's Motion Controls Business. The acquired business is located primarily in Patillas, Puerto Rico, and manufactures and distributes controls used in various electric ...
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Kaman to acquire Fawick de Mexico
Tuesday March 9, 2010
Kaman Corporation announced that its subsidiary, Kaman Industrial Technologies Corporation agreed to acquire the assets of Fawick de Mexico, S.A. de C. V. of Mexico City, Mexico. Fawick will become part of Delamac de Mexico, Kaman’s Industrial ...
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First Jungheinrich Warehouse products ready from Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift
Tuesday March 9, 2010
The first Jungheinrich brand products manufactured by Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc. for Jungheinrich AG are off the line and ready for distribution as a result of the August 2009 manufacturing and distribution agreement between ...
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RFID solution delivers measurable gains for El Puerto de Liverpool
Tuesday March 2, 2010
El Puerto de Liverpool S.A.B. de C.V. , the leading retailer in Mexico with more than 78 stores and $3.1 billion USD in annual revenue, implemented a comprehensive RFID solution for its suppliers that delivered quantifiable improvements to its inventory ...
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Cyon Research announces COFES Russia Seminar in partnership with LEDAS
Tuesday March 2, 2010
Cyon Research Corporation announced that its first COFES Russia Seminar will be held Sept. 14, 2010 in Moscow, Russia. The event will bring together the community of engineering software vendors, developers, resellers, analysts and users for ...
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NMHG appoints NITCO as Hyster Dealer for part of New England territory
Tuesday March 2, 2010
NACCO Materials Handling Group Inc. appointed Northland Industrial Truck Company Inc. as the Hyster dealer for Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and parts of Vermont and Massachusetts. In addition, NITCO will remain the Yale dealer in ...
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| Tuesday February 23, 2010 |
SightLogix receives Lenel Factory Certification
Tuesday February 23, 2010
SightLogix Inc ., a supplier of intelligent video surveillance systems for outdoor security applications, received Lenel factory certification as a member of the Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program. The certification confirms compatibility between SightLogix ...
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Toyota joins the lean factory group to demonstrate AGV technology at expo
Tuesday February 23, 2010
Toyota Material Handling U.S.A. Inc. announced it will participate with The Lean Factory Group, an association of America’s leading lean manufacturing product and service providers, to showcase its Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) technologies ...
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3M to acquire A-One office and consumer label business in Japan
Tuesday February 23, 2010
3M announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in the A-One branded consumer and office label business and related operations. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
A-One is the No. 1 office and consumer ...
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| Tuesday February 16, 2010 |
Raymond, Associated Material Handling named vendor of the year
Tuesday February 16, 2010
The Raymond Corporation and Associated Material Handling Inc., a Raymond Sales and Service Center, were named 2009 Vendor of the Year by Medline Operations, a health care product distribution company in the U.S. Medline is assisted by a fleet of more ...
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Crown ranks highest among electric lift truck buyers in safety features
Tuesday February 16, 2010
Crown Equipment Corporation , one of the world’s leading forklift manufacturers, announced that the company was ranked highest in Truck Design and Operator Controls, the two features mentioned most frequently as being very important to safety, ...
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Clark Material Handling appoints new authorized dealer for Florida markets
Tuesday February 16, 2010
Clark Material Handling Company announced it appointed Ring Power as an authorized distributor of Clark products in the Jacksonville, Orlando and Tampa, Fla., markets. Ring Power is a full service Clark Dealer, featuring full sales and service departments, ...
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Protonex awarded $1.49 million contract extension by U.S. Army
Tuesday February 9, 2010
Protonex Technology Corporation , a provider of advanced fuel cell power systems, announced that it received an incremental $1.49 million contract award from the U.S. Army CECOM to deliver additional advanced portable battery charger/APU fuel cell ...
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Third generation of Voss Equipment celebrates 75 years
Tuesday February 9, 2010
The family ties within Chicago-based Voss Equipment are as strong as the lift trucks, specialty industrial vehicles and storage rack systems provided by the material handling industry leader.
As the company celebrates its 75th anniversary, third-generation ...
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Colson Caster begins 125th year with 35-year customer partner
Tuesday February 9, 2010
Colson Caster Corporation , a manufacturer of standard and custom application caster and wheel products, began its 125th year in business with an order from one of its oldest and most valued customers, Meese Inc. , headquartered in Madison, Ind. Colson ...
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NAW elects 2010 officers
Tuesday February 2, 2010
Members of the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW), during the association’s Executive Summit in Washington, D.C., elected Robert Taylor as chairman of the NAW Board of Directors. Taylor is president and CEO of Do it Best Corp., ...
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Cuyahoga Community College and Women in Trucking to offer training scholarships
Tuesday February 2, 2010
Cuyahoga Community College ’s Truck Driving Academy in Cleveland, Ohio, secured a U.S. Department of Transportation tuition funding grant for driver training. As many as 6 women will be provided full tuition for certification as CDL drivers in ...
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J&L Wire Cloth hiring again
Tuesday February 2, 2010
The J&L Wire Cloth Company announced it will add additional staff in response to improving business conditions. The move is being made to responsibly meet traditional customer demand and position the company to secure new business with appropriate ...
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Clark Material Handling selects Allied Equipment Service as authorized dealer in Indianapolis market
Tuesday January 26, 2010
Clark Material Handling Company announced it appointed Allied Equipment Service as an authorized distributor of Clark products in the Indianapolis, Ind., market. Allied Equipment is a full service Clark dealer, featuring full sales and service ...
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Johnson Controls donates $150,000 to American Red Cross for Haiti relief
Monday January 25, 2010
Johnson Controls announced that the company is contributing $150,000 to the American Red Cross disaster relief efforts in Haiti.
The Red Cross is raising money to fund food, water, shelter, medical supplies and other humanitarian relief ...
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Columbus McKinnon responds to Haiti relief effort
Monday January 25, 2010
Columbus McKinnon Corporation , a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of material handling products, announced it is contributing more than $40,000 worth of products to aid the recovery efforts in Haiti. Primary contributions include chain, ...
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| Wednesday January 20, 2010 |
Diamond Phoenix and System Logistics Merge Complete
Wednesday January 20, 2010
The merger between Diamond Phoenix and System Logistics is complete and the company is now operating under the name System Logistics Corporation , according to a member of the Italian company, System Group S.p.A. The company joined System ...
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Pyroban to convert USED forklifts in North America
Tuesday January 19, 2010
EX Safety company, Pyroban Corp. , announced that it will offer EX conversions on used equipment in North America. The move will help end users improve the safety of their existing equipment fleet without incurring the financial burden of buying new ...
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ASME announces new energy assessment standards
Tuesday January 19, 2010
ASME announced 4 new standards that establish requirements and best practices for conducting energy assessments in manufacturing plants and other types of industrial facilities. The standards, covering process heating systems, pumping systems, steam ...
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NMHG appoints Alta as Hyster dealer for western Michigan, Chicago markets
Tuesday January 19, 2010
NACCO Materials Handling Group Inc. appointed Alta Equipment Company as the Hyster dealer in the western Michigan and Chicago markets, effective Jan. 1, with the acquisitions of Mid-State Industrial Services Inc. in Michigan and the Aurora Lift business ...
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FedEx support for Haiti relief efforts
Tuesday January 19, 2010
During the next several days, FedEx will donate $700,000 in in-kind transportation to move more than 350,000 lbs of relief supplies to the devastated area. There is a critical need for basic items such as tarps, blankets, cook sets, hygiene kits, ...
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Cereplast Inc. expands bioplastic resin distribution with A. Schulman Inc.
Tuesday January 12, 2010
Cereplast Inc. , a manufacturer of bio-based, sustainable plastics, announced that it has extended its distribution agreement with A. Schulman Inc. to include all of Europe. A. Schulman Inc. is an international supplier of high-performance plastic ...
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IDEAL announces acquisition of Western Forge
Tuesday January 12, 2010
IDEAL Industries Inc. announced that as of Dec. 31, 2009, it signed a definitive agreement to acquire privately held Western Forge, a Colorado Springs-based manufacturer of pliers, screwdrivers and adjustable wrenches for the professional trades and ...
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DuPont Packaging announces call for entries for 22nd DuPont Awards for Packaging Innovation
Tuesday January 12, 2010
DuPont Packaging announced the call for entries in the 22nd DuPont Awards for Packaging Innovation, the industry's longest running, independently judged competition. Entries for the 22nd DuPont Awards will be evaluated for excellence in packaging ...
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Wiggins delivers lift truck to move radioactive waste
Tuesday January 5, 2010
Wiggins Lift announced it delivered a lift vehicle for ODIM Numet Ltd ., in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada, that incorporates extraordinary safety features, a patented system to ensure stability and automatic controls for the transport of a lead-shielded ...
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Heli Americas appoints new forklift dealer
Tuesday January 5, 2010
Heli Americas announced the appointment of Grupo Laeisz as the newest Authorized Heli forklift dealer. Grupo Laeisz will represent the complete Heli forklift product line for Panama, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Honduras and Guatemala. Grupo Laeisz ...
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Dallas’s Cowboys Stadium provides dramatic backdrop for ABB Power & Control Road Show
Tuesday January 5, 2010
Visitors to the ABB Power & Control Road Show in the Dallas Cowboys' new stadium, Nov. 4-5, 2009, got to see ABB's automation solutions in static exhibits - and the ways in which the stadium utilizes a variety of these solutions to operate much ...
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Crane from ALL Crane & Equipment Rental Corp. lends a lift at Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences
Tuesday January 5, 2010
ALL Crane & Equipment Rental Corp. of St. Albans, W.Va., a member of the ALL Family of Companies, helped erect a huge steel and bronze abstract sculpture in front of the Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences in Charleston, W.Va. The sculpture, ...
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| Tuesday December 29, 2009 |
Waldom Electronics offers full line of Molex connector kits
Tuesday December 29, 2009
Waldom Electronics announced that it now stocks a full line of Molex connector kits to meet any design or aftermarket need. Molex kits are ideal for use by design engineers, technicians, maintenance repair and operations personnel, hobbyists and ...
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Seegrid Corp. expands operations in Pittsburgh
Tuesday December 29, 2009
Seegrid Corporation , which provides distribution centers, warehouses and manufacturing facilities with industrial mobile robots, announced that it is expanding and moving its Pittsburgh headquarters to a 30,000 sq. ft. facility near Pittsburgh International ...
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KSW Microtec expands to an EAL 5+ certified company
Tuesday December 29, 2009
KSW Microtec AG , a supplier of RFID components and inlays for secure cards and documents, received the MasterCard certification for its facilities and production process in November 2009. Following the strategy to offer RFID components and Thinlams ...
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Cyon Research Fall 2009 survey now available in Russian
Tuesday December 29, 2009
Cyon Research Corporation , a provider of analysis and consulting for engineering technology markets, announced that its Fall 2009 Survey is available for Russian-speaking participations. The survey is open to employees of any firm that uses CAD, CAE, ...
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Caterpillar names JLG as a 2010 Preferred Allied Vendor
Monday December 21, 2009
JLG Industries Inc. was again named a Cat Rental Store preferred allied vendor. Each year, Caterpillar reviews and selects companies based on a review of their product features and benefits, product support capabilities, training and distribution capabilities ...
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Metrolift expands shop and yard space
Monday December 21, 2009
Metrolift Inc. an independently owned, full service provider of aerial lift equipment and services, announced that it leased additional shop space with 2 acres of yard space adjacent to the company's existing location in Sugar Grove, Ill. Growing rental ...
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Lista International extends Xpress program
Monday December 21, 2009
Lista International Corporation announced the extension of its new Xpanded Lista Xpress Program, with an increasing line of products available for shipping within 3-5 days of the customers' order. And to go with the Xpanded offerings and fast shipping, ...
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| Tuesday December 15, 2009 |
Raymond lift trucks featured in new TV series
Tuesday December 15, 2009
"Motor City Motors," a new Discovery Channel series, will feature Raymond lift trucks in episodes throughout the season. Set in Detroit, "Motor City Motors" follows two brothers as they are challenged to engineer unique custom vehicles. ...
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AAR reports that U.S. Rail Freight Traffic showed improvement in post-holiday week
Tuesday December 15, 2009
The Association of American Railroads reported that freight rail traffic showed improvement in the post Thanksgiving holiday week ending Dec. 5, 2009. U.S. railroads reported originating 284,177 carloads, down 5.4 percent compared with the same week ...
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Freymiller Inc. receives award in Truckload Carrier’s National Fleet Safety Contest
Tuesday December 15, 2009
Freymiller Inc. , a 48-state refrigerated transportation carrier based in Oklahoma City, Okla., announced that it placed 3rd in Division 4 for the 2009 Truckload Carriers Association’s National Fleet Safety Contest. The National Fleet Safety Contest ...
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National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors announces partnership with Caliper
Tuesday December 8, 2009
The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors is partnering with Caliper , an international management consulting firm, to offer a wide range of personnel services to wholesale distribution companies. For the past 48 years, Caliper has assessed ...
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Casella partners with Technical Communities Inc. for GSA sales
Monday December 7, 2009
Casella USA , the North American subsidiary of UK-based Casella Measurement, announced today a partnership with government contract consulting firm Technical Communities Inc. to target U.S. Government General Services Administration ...
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Shippers Warehouse of Georgia takes leadership of DCA
Monday December 7, 2009
Shippers Warehouse of Georgia has assumed leadership of the Atlanta region for Distribution Centers of America . Part of The Shippers Group based in Dallas, Texas, Shippers Warehouse of Georgia is pledged to continue the tradition of ...
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Johnson Controls-Saft to supply battery for Transit Connect Electric Vehicle
Monday December 7, 2009
Johnson Controls - Saft announced that it was chosen as the Lithium-ion battery supplier for Azure Dynamic's Force Drive integration on the Ford Transit Connect Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV). The all-electric van will be in production ...
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SMHU hosts Spanish electric truck training
Monday December 7, 2009
SMHU hosted its first Spanish Electric Truck Training at the SMH Olathe, Kan., headquarters on Oct. 26-29. Mechanics from 6 companies in 6 different countries were in attendance. The Electric Truck Training is a "hands-on" ...
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ALL Crane Rental caps 49’ Coca-Cola Bottle at Atlanta Braves’ Turner Field
Tuesday December 1, 2009
Refreshment peaked in July when cranes from ALL Crane Rental of Georgia Inc. hoisted the entire top onto the new, interactive, 49' Coca-Cola bottle above left field at the Atlanta Braves' Turner Field. Because of the size of the bottle sections and ...
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ABB realigns automation divisions to enhance growth opportunities
Tuesday December 1, 2009
ABB , the leading power and automation technology group, is reorganizing its automation divisions to align its activities more closely with those of its customers. These changes will enable ABB to better tap growth opportunities in service, expand its ...
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Cooper Industries acquires Pauluhn Electric
Tuesday December 1, 2009
Cooper Industries Plc announced the acquisition of Texas-based Pauluhn Electric from Federal Signal Corporation. Pauluhn Electric is a leading provider of specialized marine, offshore and industrial lighting and connecting product solutions for harsh ...
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| Tuesday November 24, 2009 |
U.S. rail freight volume down during Veterans Day holiday
Slight improvement in carloads and intermodal traffic
Tuesday November 24, 2009
The Association of American Railroads reported that freight rail traffic was down for the holiday week ending Nov. 14, 2009. U.S. railroads reported originating 281,218 carloads for the week, down 8.9 percent compared to the same week in 2008, and ...
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FedEx Customer Service Organization receives top prize
Tuesday November 24, 2009
FedEx Customer Information Services was recently named "Best Customer Service Division of a Large Business," by the Customer Service Institute of America (CSIA), the body delegated by International Council of Customer Service Organizations ...
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ALL Canada Cranes & Aerials, Ltd. adds new branches
Tuesday November 24, 2009
To expand its services to the burgeoning Canadian market, the ALL Family of Companies announced the expansion of ALL Canada Cranes & Aerials with the addition of two new facilities - one in Newfoundland and Labrador and a second location ...
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CLARK donates paw printed pallet jack to benefit Humane Society
Tuesday November 24, 2009
CLARK Material Handling Company introduced its Paw Printed Pallet Jack, a pallet truck that is being donated to the Lexington Humane Society in support of its annual Beastie Ball silent auction. The auction raises money for the care and feeding of ...
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Equipment industry's orange flags warn Congress of job losses ahead
Monday November 16, 2009
In the wake of recent dismal government unemployment data, two leading construction equipment industry trade groups are warning Congress that that the economy will shed more jobs in the coming months unless lawmakers swiftly enact a new ...
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Toyota Material Handling lifts transportation efficiency with Paragon
Monday November 16, 2009
Innovative software is simplifying complex route planning for leading forklift seller Toyota Material Handling U.S.A. Inc. Supplied by Paragon Software Systems Inc ., the automatic system enables Toyota Material Handling to plan and optimize delivery ...
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CLARK holds inaugural New Dealer Conference
Monday November 16, 2009
This past week CLARK Material Handling held its inaugural New Dealer Conference in Lexington, Ky. There were 31 attendees representing 9 dealerships from all across the US in attendance. "We wanted a program aimed at our new dealersm," ...
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Walmart joins Daimler Truck and Frito-Lay to sponsor Women In Trucking’s “Salute to the Women Behind the Wheel”
Friday November 13, 2009
Women In Trucking Association is organizing an event to honor female professional drivers. The celebration is scheduled for March 27, 2010 in conjunction with the Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky. Walmart has recently joined ...
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Kaman Industrial Technologies breaks ground on new rubber fabrication and assembly center
Monday November 9, 2009
Kaman Industrial Technologies Corporation announced the groundbreaking of its new 28,000 sq. ft. belt fabrication and hose assembly center outside of Milwaukee, Wis. Currently located just north of Milwaukee downtown, Kaman's Engineered ...
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Solideal Purchases SPW Industries
Monday November 9, 2009
Solideal announced its acquisition of SPW Industries Inc. SPW is an Atlanta-based service provider and distributor of construction and industrial tires, wheels and rubber tracks. With 13 locations throughout the Southeast, SPW will compliment ...
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New KardexRemstar Inc. introduced
Monday November 9, 2009
Kardex AG, the parent company of Kardex Remstar International, having acquired Kardex Systems Inc. of Marietta, Ohio at the beginning of 2009, has now fully merged their operations together, renaming the new organization KardexRemstar Inc. The merger ...
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John Deere recalls more than 400 employees
Monday November 2, 2009
Deere & Company announced that the majority of manufacturing employees who had been on layoff at the John Deere Ottumwa Works are being recalled. Deere said 452 manufacturing employees will be recalled beginning November 30th with all of those ...
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Konecranes enters the machine tool service business in the U.S.
Monday November 2, 2009
In October 2009, Konecranes expanded its Machine Tool Service business to the U.S. by acquiring the company Machine Tool Solutions Unlimited in Cincinnati, Ohio. Machine Tool Solutions Unlimited was founded in 2003 and provides a wide range of services ...
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IFCO SYSTEMS announces strategic relocation of Columbus pallet facility
Monday November 2, 2009
IFCO SYSTEMS announced the strategic relocation of its Columbus, Ohio pallet management facility. The new facility is located off I-270 in Groveport, which will enable IFCO to more efficiently and effectively serve its Columbus area customers. IFCO ...
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Amcast opens a new Denver office
Monday October 26, 2009
East-coast based Amcast announced the opening of its new Denver warehouse. Amcast is the specialist in hi-tech metals, wear resistance insert applications for blow bars and VSI parts, and new manganese compositions for jaws and cones. ...
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Hamilton Caster leverages PARTsolutions’ technology to become the "Go-To Manufacturer" for caster designs
Monday October 26, 2009
PARTsolutions LLC , a global provider of 3D part catalogs for manufacturers and enterprises, and industrial wheel and caster manufacturer Hamilton Caster announced an expansion to their 3 year partnership. Hamilton Caster has embedded the PARTsolutions ...
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AAR reports weekly rail traffic down year over year
Comparison week in 2008 was first sign of economic slump
Monday October 26, 2009
The Association of American Railroads reported that rail traffic remains down year over year for the week ended Oct. 17, 2009. U.S railroads reported originating 275,545 carloads, down 15.4 percent compared with the same week in 2008. Regionally, carloads ...
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Toyota Material Handling announces expansion of Aichi Dealer Base
Monday October 19, 2009
Toyota Material Handling U.S.A. Inc. announced the expansion of its Aichi dealer base. With 15 existing Toyota Aichi dealers distributing Aichi Aerial Work Platform products, the addition of 11 more dealers brings the total number to 26. Aichi, ...
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JLG Discontinues Rear Wheel Steer Telehandlers
Monday October 19, 2009
JLG Industries Inc. , an Oshkosh Corporation company, announced that it will discontinue the manufacturing of its four rear-pivot steer telehandler models. Beginning in 2010, the G6-42P, 534D9-45, 534D10-45 and 544D10-55 will no longer ...
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Build stronger sales teams at the PTDA Executive Development Conference
Monday October 19, 2009
The Power Transmission Distributors Association will hold its annual Executive Development Conference, March 5-6, 2010 at the Phoenix Marriott Mesa in Mesa, Ariz. Now in its fourth year, the Executive Development Conference prepares the next generation ...
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PTDA supports members by offering free online training
Friday October 9, 2009
The power transmission/motion control distributor and manufacturer members of the Power Transmission Distributors Association pride themselves on the professional expertise of their employees. Recognizing the challenge members may face ...
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Factivity fits Swanson Industries with Shop Floor Technology
Friday October 9, 2009
Factivity Inc. fit Swanson Industries , aprovider in the manufacture and remanufacture of parts for the fluid power industry, as well as mining and construction, with its shop floor technology in August 2008, replacing pen-to-paper with a PC based ...
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Froetek establishes Marketing and Distribution office
Friday October 9, 2009
Froetek Plastic Technology Corporation , a world supplier of single point watering systems and flexible inter-cell connectors for motive power forklift and stationary telecommunication batteries, announced the establishment of ...
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Automated storage systems make a play for sustainability
AS/RS Industry Group releases Fall 2009 Quarterly Report
Friday October 2, 2009
The Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems Industry Group of Material Handling Industry of America released its Fall 2009 Quarterly Report titled Automated Storage Systems Make a Play for Sustainability. The report asserts that automated storage is ...
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CLARK Material Handling Company appoints Holt of California as an authorized dealer
Thursday October 1, 2009
CLARK Material Handling Company announced it has appointed Holt of California as an authorized distributor of CLARK products in the Sacramento, Calif., and Reno, Nev., markets. Holt is a full service material handling Dealer, featuring full sales ...
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| Wednesday September 30, 2009 |
Jamco and Mobile form joint marketing and distribution alliance
Wednesday September 30, 2009
Jamco and Mobile announced the formation of a joint marketing and distribution alliance. Jamco will be a preferred distributor of Mobile and ECO branded product lines, focusing particularly on the self-propelled product lines, while Mobile will focus ...
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| Monday September 28, 2009 |
CYBRA announces strategic joint venture with China Ministry of Transportation
Monday September 28, 2009
CYBRA Corporation and its partner, Key West Technologies LLC, signed an agreement with the People's Republic of China Ministry of Transportation's Waterborne Transportation Institute to form a joint venture to develop, manufacture, and ...
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| Friday September 25, 2009 |
ProMat returning to Chicago in March 2011
Friday September 25, 2009
The premier material handling and logistics event in North and South America, ProMat 2011 , is returning to Chicago's McCormick Place South on March 21-24, 2011. ProMat is sponsored by Material Handling Industry of America and brings together manufacturers, ...
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Winkle Industries expands Midwest sales network with J. Clark & Associates
Friday September 25, 2009
The firm of J. Clark & Associates now represents the material handling products and services of Winkle Industries , serving a four-state area in the Midwest. Joseph T. Schatz, President of Winkle Industries, announced that Winkle ...
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| Thursday September 24, 2009 |
Seegrid Corp. among technology standouts highlighted during G-20 summit in Pittsburgh
Robotics company demonstrates real-world applications for distribution centers and manufacturing facilities to global media
Thursday September 24, 2009
Seegrid Corporation , a robotics company that provides distribution centers and manufacturing facilities with a better way to run their operations, today announced that the company is showcasing its industrial mobile robotics technology to members ...
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| Tuesday September 22, 2009 |
FedEx Express to take delivery of first Boeing 777 Freighter
Quieter, more fuel-efficient aircraft provides greater range and shorter flight times
Tuesday September 22, 2009
FedEx Express , a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. and the company that invented overnight shipping 38 years ago, has made international express shipping even faster with the unveiling today of its first Boeing 777 Freighter (777F) during ceremonies ...
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| Monday September 21, 2009 |
Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association reports July 2009 down 25% from prior year booked orders
Monday September 21, 2009
The Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association reported that its July 2009 Booked Orders Index was 86. Index in July is down 24 points or 22% from June 2009's Index of 110 (1990=100). The July 2009 Index represents a decrease of 25% from ...
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U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood kicks off program to get more women working in transportation
Monday September 21, 2009
U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today at Spelman College announced the Pilot Entrepreneurial Training and Technical Assistance Women and Girls Program, created to encourage girls to pursue careers in science, engineering, and technology and ...
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| Thursday September 17, 2009 |
Diamond Phoenix and System Logistics combine strength to bring a new level of innovative system design and integration to the World marketplace
Thursday September 17, 2009
Diamond Phoenix , a full service material handling technology supplier and systems integrator, has combined efforts with Italian company System Logistics to create a new, dynamic and fast growing company in the material handling industry. System ...
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AAR reports rail traffic down during Labor Day holiday week
Comparison week from last year did not include h oliday
Thursday September 17, 2009
The Association of American Railroads today reported that freight traffic on U.S. railroads was down during the Labor Day holiday week compared to the same week last year. The comparison week from last year, however, did not include ...
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Clark Material Handling Company appoints Holly Material Handling & Equipment, Inc. as a authorized dealer in Tulsa
Thursday September 17, 2009
CLARK Material Handling Company announced on September 8th that it has appointed Holly Materials Handling & Equipment, Inc as an authorized distributor of CLARK products in the important Tulsa, Oklahoma APR. Holly is a full service material ...
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FedEx Express to increase shipping rates in 2010
Fuel surcharge reduced by two percentage points
Thursday September 17, 2009
FedEx Corp. will increase shipping rates for FedEx Express by an average of 5.9 percent for U.S. domestic and U.S. export services, effective January 4, 2010. The rate increase will be partially offset by adjusting the fuel price ...
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| Wednesday September 16, 2009 |
IRS announces new materials available to promote Awareness of Recovery Act Tax Benefits
Wednesday September 16, 2009
As part of a larger effort to increase the awareness and use of tax benefits available through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Recovery Act), the Internal Revenue Service today announced the availability of a vast array of products that ...
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| Tuesday September 15, 2009 |
Raymond L.I.F.T. Program offers cash incentives to upgrade lift trucks
Tuesday September 15, 2009
The Raymond L.I.F.T. (Lift truck Incentive For Trade) program from The Raymond Corporation enables companies to upgrade their existing lift truck fleets by purchasing new, more efficient equipment. Through the Raymond L.I.F.T. program, warehouses ...
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MachineTools.com launches new version of its Web site
New site offers increased performance, new features, and more languages
Tuesday September 15, 2009
MachineTools.com , a business-to-business online marketplace for the machine tool industry, has announced the release of version 2.0 of its web site. The new site is built on an open-architecture platform providing increased performance and a solid ...
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| Monday September 14, 2009 |
Bobcat to consolidate operations in North Dakota
Monday September 14, 2009
Bobcat Company announced that it is transferring all North American machinery production to its original manufacturing facility in Gwinner, N.D. This will result in discontinuing production at Bobcat's Bismarck, N.D., plant by the end ...
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System to provide real-time synchronization of yard and dock activities at grocer’s distribution centers
Monday September 14, 2009
Retalix announced that Price Chopper , a grocery subsidiary of the Golub Corporation, has chosen Retalix Yard Management to synchronize yard and dock activities at the company’s distribution centers. Retalix Yard Management is designed to automate ...
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Nucor CEO praises trade decision, Calls for sustained economic recovery
Monday September 14, 2009
Nucor Corporation Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Dan DiMicco today praised President Obama and United States Trade Representative Ron Kirk for their decision to apply duties on imports of illegally subsidized Chinese tires. "The ...
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PT/MC Manufacturers experienced slight increase in orders according to PTDA's July 2009 Market Outlook Report
Monday September 14, 2009
Both Canadian and U.S. manufacturers experienced a drop in sales in July 2009 according to sales data released by the Power Transmission Distributors Association . Confidence in both the Canadian and U.S. market, as measured on a scale of 1 to 10 with ...
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Toyota ranked first for quailty, reliability, surability and value in research study
Monday September 14, 2009
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU) is pleased to announce results of a June 2009 Lift Truck Parts Study conducted by Reed Research, which ranked Toyota Genuine Parts as first in the categories for quality, reliability, durability and value ...
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Routing and scheduling software cuts transportation costs for ASDA(Wal-Mart)
Monday September 14, 2009
Wal-Mart owned grocery retailer ASDA (Wal-Mart) is reducing the cost of transporting goods by using advanced map-based transportation optimization software. The innovative routing and scheduling system from Paragon Software Systems allows ASDA's logistics ...
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| Tuesday September 8, 2009 |
Belden and Byres Security Ins. join forces to develop rugged industrial network security products
Tuesday September 8, 2009
Belden and Byres Security Inc. , announced that they have signed a technology cooperation agreement to jointly launch new products later this year in the area of industrial network security. Utilizing BSI's expertise in providing practical solutions ...
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Rail carloadings at highest level since December 2008
Tuesday September 8, 2009
The Association of American Railroads today reported that rail traffic continues to register incremental gains on a week-to-week basis, but remains down year over year. Rail carloadings were at their highest level since the week ended Dec. 13, 2008. ...
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National Food Corporation hatches optimal routing plans with Paragon
Tuesday September 8, 2009
Major egg producer and processor, National Food Corporation , revolutionized the way it plans and coordinates its delivery routes to customers throughout North and Midwest America and the Pacific Rim. Using routing and scheduling software from Paragon ...
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Catalog Data Solutions Catalog adopted by Gates Corporation Industrial Power Transmission Business Unit
Friday September 4, 2009
Catalog Data Solutions , a provider of online product selection tools for industrial suppliers and distributors, announced that Gates Corporation’s Industrial Power Transmission business unit has adopted a CDS designed and developed online ...
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National Retailer joins Women In Trucking as Gold Level corporate sponsor
Friday September 4, 2009
Women In Trucking Association Inc. announced a sponsorship agreement with Walmart . Walmart joins Frito-Lay North America as a Gold Level sponsor and will work with Women In Trucking by assisting the organization to attract, encourage and honor ...
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GENCO purchases 136 GenDrive fuel cells from Plug Power
Friday August 28, 2009
Plug Power Inc. , a provider of clean, reliable energy solutions, announced receipt of a purchase order from GENCO Supply Chain Solutions for 136 GenDrive fuel cell power units. The order consists of 100 class-3 pallet jack units and 36 class-2 standup ...
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Toyota Material Handling U.S.A. open house showcases top AGV solutions
Friday August 28, 2009
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A. Inc. , Industrial Concepts Incorporated and AutoGuide gathered recently for an open house to present new concepts in Automated Guided Vehicle technologies. Open to the public, the event highlighted available AGV ...
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AAR reports rail traffic continues slight improvement for week ending August 22
Friday August 28, 2009
The Association of American Railroads reported that rail traffic continues to show slight improvement with rail carloadings at their highest level since early March. For the week ended Aug. 22, 2009, U.S. railroads reported originating ...
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Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s Survey of Economic Activity: Monthly Leasing and Finance Index
Friday August 28, 2009
The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s Monthly Leasing and Finance Index (MLFI-25), which reports economic activity for the $650 billion equipment finance sector, showed overall new business volume for July declined by 35.1 percent when ...
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Airgas and Nuvera announce marketing agreement to provide hydrogen to power fuel cell material handling equipment
Monday August 24, 2009
Airgas Inc. and Nuvera Fuel Cells Inc. announced a 5-year marketing, sales, and service agreement to provide PowerTap hydrogen generators and stations to the North American material handling market. Under the agreement, Nuvera will manufacture ...
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AAR reports weekly rail traffic remains down year over year
Monday August 24, 2009
The Association of American Railroads reported that rail carloadings are registering incremental gains, but traffic remains down year over year for the week ended Aug. 15, 2009. U.S railroads reported originating 276,488 cars, down 17.1 percent compared ...
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FedEx Express and Modec rollout state-of-the art electric vehicles
Monday August 24, 2009
FedEx Express , the world’s largest express transportation company and a subsidiary of FedEx Corp., and Modec recently rolled out ten new state-of-the-art electric commercial vehicles for use in the United Kingdom. ...
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Castell Interlocks now available from Tapeswitch
Monday August 24, 2009
Equipment from industrial safety specialist Castell has been added to Tapeswitch Corporation’s product line up. Castell’s portfolio of trapped key interlocks and loading dock guarding systems will now be available in the United States ...
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Jungheinrich realigns North American operations
Monday August 17, 2009
Jungheinrich AG is realigning its North American business. The company signed several agreements with Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc. to supply the US, Canadian and Mexican markets to this end. On the strength of its densely spun dealer ...
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Canadian and U.S. PT/MC Markets diverge according to PTDA's June 2009 Market Outlook Report
Monday August 17, 2009
Canadian manufacturers experienced an increase in sales while U.S. manufacturers had a drop in sales in June 2009 according to sales data released by the Power Transmission Distributors Association . Confidence in the Canadian market, ...
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Dover Hydraulics certified as Eaton Hydrokraft Repair, Warranty and Parts Center
Monday August 17, 2009
Dover Hydraulics has strengthened its position as America’s comprehensive hydraulic repair and service company with the announcement Eaton Corporation named Dover the exclusive Hydrokraft Authorized Service and Warranty Center. Dover Hydraulics ...
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Accellos announces robust new integration with Sage Accpac ERP
Monday August 17, 2009
Accellos , a provider of supply chain execution software solutions, has released a new integration between Sage Accpac ERP version 5.5 and its Warehouse Suite by Accellos. The new product leverages Accellos’ services-based integration framework ...
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Terex to move manufacturing from Cedar Rapids plant
Monday August 10, 2009
Terex Corporation announced that it will be consolidating the manufacturing of the equipment made at its Terex Cedarapids plant in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, into other Terex facilities in North America. Engineering, sales and service functions for materials ...
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MATTECH 2009 Review
Monday August 10, 2009
The second annual MATTECH 2009 expo in Miami Beach, Florida is now history. The expo boosted over 1,000 registered attendees coming from Africa, Europe, South and North America. "The second year of MATTECH has exceeded exhibitors and ...
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Fuel Systems Solutions completes acquisition of Teleflex Inc.'s Power Systems Business
Friday August 7, 2009
Fuel Systems Solutions Inc. completed the purchase of the Power Systems business from Teleflex Incorporated on August 4th for $14.5 million, in an all cash transaction as announced on July 20th. Mariano Costamagna, CEO of Fuel Systems Solutions, said, ...
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AAR reports rail freight traffic down in July
Friday August 7, 2009
The Association of America Railroads today reported 1,319,387 carloads of freight in July 2009, down 17.5 percent (280,659 carloads) compared with July 2008. U.S. intermodal rail traffic, comprising trailers and containers on flat cars not included ...
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Viastore Systems implements viad@tWMS at three Viega locations
Friday August 7, 2009
Viastore Systems , an automated material handling provider, has completed the installation of their viad@tWMS Warehouse Management System at three Viega U.S. locations, in addition to the automated installation for Viega in Niederwinkling, Germany. ...
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United Rentals acquires Industrial rental company in Ohio
Friday July 31, 2009
United Rentals Inc. announced that it has acquired the operating assets of Leasco Equipment Services Inc. , a Marietta, Ohio-based rental company that serves the industrial sector with a focus on power generation, petroleum, chemical, and pulp and ...
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Terex completes acquisition of Fantuzzi and Noell Crane port equipment businesses
Friday July 31, 2009
Terex Corporation announced that it has completed the acquisition of the port equipment businesses of Fantuzzi Industries S.a.r.l and Noell Crane for net consideration of approximately €155 million. Financial arrangements ...
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Joseph Industries Inc. expands into new business venture with Carraro Drivetech Division
Friday July 31, 2009
As an Authorized Distributor for original Carraro Axle & Transmission After Sales & Spare Parts, Joseph Industries offers competitive prices and lead times for commonly used repair and service parts. Many material handling, construction ...
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Protonex and UltraCell partner to develop new portable power solutions
Friday July 31, 2009
Protonex Technology Corporation , a provider of advanced fuel cell power systems, announced that it has partnered with UltraCell Corporation , a producer of portable fuel cell products, to cooperate in the development, marketing, demonstration, commercialization, ...
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SICK Inc. announces new sales partner for traffic and transportation Industries
Friday July 31, 2009
SICK Inc. , a worldwide manufacturer of sensors, safety systems, machine vision, and automatic identification products for factory and logistics automation, announced that it has partnered with Comtrol Corporation , a global data connectivity and automation ...
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Fuel Systems Solutions agrees to acquire Teleflex Incorporated's Power Systems Business for $14.5 million
Friday July 24, 2009
Fuel Systems Solutions Inc. has agreed to purchase Teleflex Incorporated's Power Systems business, which includes industrial and transportation alternative fuel components and systems and auxiliary power systems, for $14.5 million in an all cash ...
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Arnold, H&E weigh deal involving NMHG brand
from ForkLiftAction.Com
Thursday July 23, 2009
While nothing is final yet, Arnold Machinery Co. may add Yale product at its Hyster dealerships in five states, linking Nacco Materials Handling Group (NMHG) brands. "We will sell both (Hyster and Yale) brands in our Rocky Mountain territory," ...
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FCI Group enters into agreement to sell its Electrical division to Hubbell Inc.
Thursday July 23, 2009
FCI group is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement to sell its Electrical division known by the brand name BURNDY to Hubbell Incorporated . FCI-BURNDY represented approximately 12 percent of FCI group’s total sales ...
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Viastore Systems' designs and installs a foam panel assembly line for Trane's manufacturing facility
Thursday July 16, 2009
Viastore Systems , an automated material handling provider, installed a foam panel assembly line in Trane's Lexington, Ky. manufacturing facility. Trane needed a more ergonomic and faster solution to assembling foam panels for their commercial ...
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Transite’s Quantum solution chosen to lower cost, streamline processes for CARQUEST’s 3,400-store operation
Thursday July 16, 2009
Transite Technology , a provider of transportation management solutions, software and services, has been chosen by CARQUEST Auto Parts to supply core transportation management technologies and services. CARQUEST, with more than 3,400 stores throughout ...
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Excel Storage Products acquires rack systems manufacturer Lodi Metal Tech
Thursday July 16, 2009
Excel Storage Products LP , one of the largest rack systems manufacturers in the United States, continues its growth strategy with the acquisition of Lodi Metal Tech of Lodi, Calif. Acquiring Lodi gives Excel one of the most extensive service network ...
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Channeled Resources Group invests in New Business Information Management System from Radius Solutions
Thursday July 16, 2009
Radius Solutions Ltd. , an integrated business information management system provider for the Packaging and Printing industry, announced that Channeled Resources Group will be implementing its PECAS Vision ERP package to integrate operations across ...
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Rail freight traffic remains down during holiday week
Friday July 10, 2009
The Association of American Railroads reported that freight traffic on U.S. railroads continues to parallel the nation’s overall economic condition, as traffic remained down year over year for the week ended July 4, 2009. U.S railroads reported ...
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10,000th Combilift delivered
Friday July 10, 2009
Combilift Ltd. , a worldwide supplier of 4-way forklifts, celebrated another milestone in early June when the 10,000th machine to roll off its production lines in Monaghan was delivered to Weyerhaeuser , a manufacturer of engineered lumber products. ...
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Toyota Material Handling lifts transportation efficiency with Paragon routing
Friday July 10, 2009
Innovative software is simplifying complex route planning forforklift seller Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A. Inc. Supplied by Paragon Software Systems Inc. , the automatic system enables TMHU to plan and optimize delivery routes to customers throughout ...
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FedEx Ground Celebrates Opening of New Chicago Distribution Hub
Friday July 10, 2009
As part of an ongoing national expansion plan, FedEx Ground , the small-package ground delivery unit of FedEx Corp., is celebrating the opening of a major distribution hub in Chicago, Ill., increasing the company's presence in the Chicagoland area. ...
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Ryzex and LXE extend the availability, efficiency and impact of mission critical mobile technology solutions
Friday July 10, 2009
Ryzex , a mobile technology services company, and LXE , a developer of rugged mobile computing solutions, announced that Ryzex has attained LXE Premier Partner status as a Reseller under LXE’s PartnerPass Program. This relationship represents ...
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Riekes Equipment Company selects WennSoft Software Solutions
Friday July 10, 2009
Riekes Equipment Company of Omaha, Neb. has selected WennSoft software solutions to help manage its operations. The company recently purchased WennSoft Service Management Series, WennSoft Equipment Management Series and Microsoft DynamicsR GP Advanced ...
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Kirby-Smith Machinery acquires Texas-based equipment distributor
Tuesday July 7, 2009
Kirby-Smith Machinery Inc. , a regional heavy construction equipment and crane dealer founded in 1983, today announced it acquired Dallas-based Continental Equipment Co. The strategic acquisition allows for Kirby-Smith Machinery to retain the Komatsu ...
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AAL buys Hyster in Australia
Thursday July 2, 2009
Recent rumours circulating in the forklift industry were confirmed this week with the announcement by Australia’s Adapt-A-Lift Forklift Rentals and Sales (AAL) that it has acquired NACCO Materials Handling Group’s Hyster retail operations ...
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Layover.com acquires Truck.net in merger
Thursday July 2, 2009
Layover.com continues its online expansion efforts, announcing this week that it has acquired the assets of Truck.net . The acquisition is a merger of two popular online information portals to the trucking industry. Since 1996, Layover.com has provided ...
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NAV launches Transportation Security Business Initiative
Wednesday July 1, 2009
North American Video , a provider of design engineering and service of integrated security and surveillance systems, launched a vertical market sales initiative to target the transportation market. The newly launched initiative will target airports ...
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Fuel Systems Solutions Inc. announces $30 million registered direct common stock offering
Tuesday June 30, 2009
Fuel Systems Solutions Inc. has entered into definitive purchase agreements with selected institutional investors to sell 1.5 million shares of its common stock, par value $0.001 per share, at a price of $20.00 per share in a registered direct offering. ...
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Rhino Rubber LLC partners with Doosan Infracore America
Tuesday June 30, 2009
Rhino Rubber LLC has announced its recent partnership with Doosan Infracore America . Rhino Rubber is a global tire manufacturer that is committed to establishing a strong presence in the North American market. Rhino Rubber will support Doosan’s ...
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Toyota Industrial Equipment manufacturing reduces workforce
Tuesday June 30, 2009
Toyota Industrial Equipment Manufacturing Inc. has reduced the headcount at its factory near Columbus in response to the downturn in the economy. The subsidiary of Toyota Industries Corp. says it reduced its Indiana work force by about 15 percent, ...
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Universal Package Systems expands manufacturing facility; improves customer service
Tuesday June 30, 2009
In response to growing demand for its custom material handling products, Universal Package Systems has expanded its Dale, Ind. facility with a 9,000 sq. ft. addition. The new space now houses a portion of the company’s manufacturing equipment ...
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Nestlé Waters North America employs use of PowerFleet-brand wireless vehicle management systems
Tuesday June 30, 2009
Nacco Materials Handling Group Inc. has ordered PowerFleet-brand wireless vehicle management systems from its strategic marketing partner, ID Systems Inc. , for deployment on forklifts at two sites of Nestlé Waters North America and is considering ...
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H&E Equipment Services, Inc. appointed as New Holland Ag dealer in Alexandria, La.
Monday June 29, 2009
Effective immediately, H&E Equipment Services Inc. has been appointed as the new authorized New Holland Ag Dealer in Alexandria, La. and the surrounding area. Commenting on this appointment, Bobby Slay, Vice President of Earthmoving Sales ...
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Rail freight traffic trends down again
Despite recent positive trends, carloads and intermodal volume continue to decline
Thursday June 25, 2009
Freight traffic on U.S. railroads remained down for the week ended June 20 compared with the same period last year, the Association of American Railroads reported today. U.S railroads reported originating 261,717 cars, down 17.7 percent from the ...
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Nucor CEO expects years of weak demand
Mike Obel, AP Manufacturing Writer
Wednesday June 24, 2009
NEW YORK (AP) -- The head of Nucor Corp., the top domestic steel maker, on Wednesday dismissed recent price increases as nothing more than a bump from falling inventories and suggested steel makers face as many as six more years in the doldrums. Nucor ...
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MPT/ The Kennedy Group Patents affirmed A Second Time by the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals
Protecting the intellectual property relating to the use of their Original Placard I.D. System
Wednesday June 24, 2009
On March 10, 2009, MPT/ The Kennedy Group, a provider of permanent and temporary identification systems for reusable containers, mobile/shipping racks, shelving and pallets was for a second time affirmed by the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals ...
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Material Handling Wholesaler gives away VIP passes to MATTECH 2009
Wednesday June 24, 2009
MATTECH 2009 is fast approaching and Material Handling Wholesaler wants you to be there. By clicking here , you'll receive a complimentary VIP pass to MATTECH 2009 in Miami Beach, FL on August 5 & 6, 2009. You may register online ...
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Caterpillar unveils hybrid bulldozer
Paul Gordon/Peoria Journal Star
Wednesday June 24, 2009
Caterpillar Inc. is getting into the hybrid vehicle business. Except these won't be vehicles you'll see on the highway. The company Tuesday officially launched its line of Diesel-electric hybrid bulldozers - the D7E - that it says will improve fuel ...
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Valtra automates material flows with RFID
Wednesday June 24, 2009
Valtra has automated the material supply process and material buffer management with RFID at its' Suolahti tractor manufacturing plant. The RFID system implemented by Vilant Systems triggers replenishment orders based on material consumption movements ...
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APICS and IOM announce exclusive education partnership
Tuesday June 23, 2009
APICS announced today a new alliance with the Institute of Operations Management (IOM) in the United Kingdom. IOM, the UK's largest operations management institute, will be the sole non-profit organization representing APICS in Great Britain. This ...
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AEM earns "innovation" award for Construction Challenge student competition
Creativity of workforce development program cited
Tuesday June 23, 2009
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has received an "innovation" award for its Construction Challenge student competition. The AEM workforce initiative promotes greater awareness of construction industry careers and industry contributions ...
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FedEx named to Best Companies for Diversity list for fifth consecutive year
Black Enterprise announces its 40 Best Companies for Diversity
Tuesday June 23, 2009
Black Enterprise Magazine today announced FedEx Corp. has made the list of "40 Best Companies for Diversity", based on a survey of major corporations. This is the fifth annual tally of the Best Companies for Diversity and FedEx has placed ...
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New analysis shows glimmer of hope amid grim news as construction employment falls, AGC economist says
Tuesday June 23, 2009
The construction employment picture brightened slightly with 18 states adding construction jobs from April to May according to a new analysis of data released today by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). However, construction employment overall continued ...
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Globe Composite Solutions to provide sorter systems to U.S. Postal Service®
Monday June 22, 2009
Globe Composite Solutions , Ltd., a providing composite-based solutions for military, industrial and commercial applications, announced today that it has been awarded a contract from the U.S. Postal Service to provide two composite tilt-tray sorter ...
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JCB celebrates its biggest order ever!
Monday June 22, 2009
One of JCB's newest business ventures is celebrating its biggest ever order after securing a deal from a leading international hire company worth almost £500,000 or $USD $820 million. The company's Light Equipment Division recently began manufacturing ...
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SMHU Parts Professional Training is now offered in Spanish
Friday June 19, 2009
SMHU introduces its first ever Spanish Training Seminar. On June 2 - 5 Systems Material Handling (SMH) held the SMHU Parts Professional Spanish Training course at SMH Headquarters in Olathe, Kansas. The training was successful with twenty two customers ...
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YRC Worldwide finalizes agreement with Teamsters Pension Fund
Thursday June 18, 2009
YRC Worldwide Inc. announced today that it has finalized an agreement with Central States, Southeast and Southwest Areas Pension Fund ("Central States") in which the company will provide certain of the company's real estate as collateral in ...
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Rail freight traffic continues to show slight improvement
Rail carloadings and intermodal both up from previous week
Thursday June 18, 2009
Freight traffic on U.S. railroads during the week ended June 13 continued to show signs of gradual improvement, the Association of American Railroads reported today. Rail carloadings and intermodal were up from the previous week with carloads ...
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Jungheinrich tells shareholders they are braced for significant shrinkage of market and business
Demand is not anticipated to be revitalized before the second half of 2010
Thursday June 18, 2009
The Jungheinrich Group stood its ground in a difficult market environment and expanded its worldwide market position. Although the negative trend witnessed in the fourth quarter of 2008 persisted into the first four months of this year, causing the world ...
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AEM urges swift action on infrastructure legislation
Thursday June 18, 2009
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) joins a coalition of organizations today to urge Congress to move ahead quickly on desperately needed reauthorization of surface transportation legislation. America's infrastructure is crumbling ...
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Linde closes Basingstoke’s plant with hundreds of jobs lost
Thursday June 18, 2009
There has been no official release from Linde or their parent company KION Group but reports from various news sources say hundreds of jobs will be lost as one of Basingstoke's biggest employer's ceases production. According to local ...
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Marketing Matters! Winning Strategies for Wholesaling
Written by Wholesaler columnist Dick Barnes is on sale now!
Wednesday June 17, 2009
In today's economy you need strategies to keep up with your competition. Material Handling Wholesaler columnist Dick Barnes and 30+ year material handling veteran has written a 153-page book on proven strategies in the wholesale material ...
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SICK safety experts publish Guide for Safe Machinery
Easy-to-use safety guide outlines six steps to a safe machine
Wednesday June 17, 2009
SICK, a manufacturer of sensors, safety systems, machine vision, and automatic identification products for factory and logistics automation, today announced the availability of its "Guidelines for Safe Machinery - Six Steps to a Safe Machine." ...
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LXE announces MX9 handheld terminal for port market
Feature-rich, ultra-rugged handheld ideal for harsh port environment
Wednesday June 17, 2009
LXE Inc., a division of EMS Technologies, Inc., unveiled today the MX9 rugged handheld computer for the port logistics environment. The announcement was made at the Terminal Operations Conference and Exhibition (TOC) 2009, Stand H2, being held June ...
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Accu-Sort Systems help distribution center achieve 99.997 percent accuracy and increased capacity
Tuesday June 16, 2009
Accu-Sort® Systems, Inc. announced that newly installed bar code scanning, labeling and sortation systems are delivering higher throughput and 99.997 percent accuracy at a distribution center that handles retail software and entertainment discs ...
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Fuel Cell-Powered Crown Forklift showcased at annual symposium
Tuesday June 16, 2009
At the recent Ohio Fuel Cell Symposium, leading forklift manufacturer Crown Equipment Corporation demonstrated how emerging fuel cell technology can be used to power industrial vehicles, including Crown lift trucks. On display at the symposium was ...
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Transportation experts to explore clean fuels, funding and fleet technologies in effort to improve regional air quality
Public and private sectors convene for annual conference
Tuesday June 16, 2009
In a continuing effort to address regional air quality issues with practical solutions, transportation professionals, including fleet owners and operators, will gather on Wednesday, June 24 at the Humble Civic Center for a one day conference, Amp Up ...
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Teknek issues urgent advisory
Tuesday June 16, 2009
Teknek, a provider in contact cleaning equipment, has today issued a world wide advisory regarding problems with contact cleaning machines. The company has seen an increasing number of reports from customers in the USA relating to problems with ...
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Illinois steel workers returning to work
Associated Press
Tuesday June 16, 2009
GRANITE CITY, Ill. (AP) -- U.S. Steel is calling back hundreds of workers who have been laid off from its Granite City plant for six months. Union leaders say they have been told very little about why some of the 2,000 currently laid off from ...
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MATTECH parent company launches VIE
Virtual Industrial EXPO is second to a real trade show
Tuesday June 16, 2009
The parent company of MATTECH , B & B Expositions launched a new Virtual Trade Show for the material handling industry called VIE, Virtual Industry Expo . Ian Howard, president and CEO of B & B Expositions says VIE takes the ...
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JLG awarded $76.9 million contract to rebuild forklifts for U. S. Army
Tuesday June 16, 2009
JLG Industries, Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company has announced that it has received an order from the United States Army to rebuild 500 All Terrain Lifter Army System (ATLAS) telehandlers and 300 other rough terrain forklifts. Valued at $76.9 ...
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Returning to ICUEE: New Product & Technology Program, "Ride and Drive" Demo
Tuesday June 16, 2009
A New Product & Technology Program for the 2009 ICUEE, International Construction and Utility Equipment Exposition will highlight exhibitors' new-to-market innovations. And, a Ride and Drive track for on-road commercial vehicles will expand the ...
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Nucor announces guidance for its second quarter results
Tuesday June 16, 2009
Nucor Corporation announced today guidance for its second quarter ending July 4, 2009. Nucor expects second quarter results to be in the range of a loss of $0.55 to $0.65 per diluted share. By comparison, Nucor reported a loss of $0.60 per share in ...
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viastore systems secures large scale viaspeed Storage Retrieval Machine order
Monday June 15, 2009
viastore systems, Inc . has won a large-scale order from Retrotech, Inc., who designed the system and developed the order fulfillment software for U.S. food company Cargill. viastore assisted in designing the system which includes 15 viaspeed storage ...
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A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply opens 11th distribution center
Monday June 15, 2009
A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply has announced the grand opening of its 11 th distribution center in San Antonio, TX! With its newly added warehouse, A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply increases its network of distribution centers which include: Chicago, ...
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New AEM webinars focus on product safety and compliance
Monday June 15, 2009
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) is extending the value of its recent Product Safety and Compliance seminar by offering live webinars of three of the top-rated presentations. The webinars will be held June 24, July 9 and August 12. ...
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Having trouble meeting expenses? Consider the SBA ARC Loan Program
Monday June 15, 2009
If your small business is stressed meeting expenses during these economic times, the U.S. Small Business Administration has a new loan program designed just for you. SBA's America's Recovery Capital Loan Program can provide up to $35,000 in short-term ...
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OOIDA gains place at the table in food safety debate
Clarissa Kell-Holland, Land Line Magazine staff writer
Friday June 12, 2009
Major players in the food supply chain met earlier this week to share knowledge and information about ways to protect the nation's food supply. Representatives from federal and state food agencies, as well as some from the private sector, were among ...
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PT/MC Manufacturers' sales continue to drop according to PTDA's April 2009 Market Outlook Report
Thursday June 11, 2009
Both U.S. and Canadian manufacturers experienced a drop in sales in April 2009 according to sales data released by the Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA). Confidence in the market (as measured on a scale of 1 to 10 with 10 being ...
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Dobbs Imports LLC (dba Heli Americas) announces new equity partner
Thursday June 11, 2009
Dobbs Imports LLC (dba Heli Americas) has announced the addition of Sunshine Enterprise, Inc. as a new equity partner into the Heli Americas operating group. Sunshine Enterprise is a multinational manufacturing and marketing company headquartered in ...
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WebShare now available for Minitrac and Irium Users on SMH's IRMN
Thursday June 11, 2009
Now available: Systems Material Handling's (SMH) WebShare service on IRMN! With this new feature, customers using Minitrac and Irium business systems have the ability to instantly upload purchase orders into IRMN without the hassle of rekeying ...
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Rail freight traffic showing slight improvement
Rail carloadings at highest level in nine weeks
Thursday June 11, 2009
Showing slight signs of a slowly improving economy, rail carloadings on major U.S. railroads last week were at their highest level in nine weeks, the Association of American Railroads reported today. U.S. railroads originated 260,282 cars during ...
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IHS Global Insight launches Economic Outlook Index
Created with USA TODAY, index examines 11 key indicators for growth
Thursday June 11, 2009
IHS Global Insight, a provider of economic and financial analysis and forecasting, today announced the launching of the Economic Outlook Index designed to track and forecast economic recovery and growth prospects using an index of 11 forward-looking ...
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Nuvera to deliver Fuel Cell Power Systems and Hydrogen Refueling Station to H-E-B
Thursday June 11, 2009
Nuvera Fuel Cells announced today the sale of 14 PowerEdge™ fuel cell systems, along with a complete PowerTap™ Hydrogen Generator and Hydrogen Station, to H-E-B in San Antonio, Texas. The fuel cell units will power Class II forklift ...
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MHIA selects Wray Ward to brand and promote ProMat 2011
Tuesday June 9, 2009
Wray Ward , one of the Southeast's leading independent creative marketing communications firms, has been selected to assist Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA), the largest non-profit trade association in the U.S. for the material handling ...
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YRC Worldwide recognized by EPA's SmartWay™ Transport Partnership for fuel efficiency and environmental sustainability
Monday June 8, 2009
YRC Worldwide Inc. today announced that the company has been awarded the highest ranking from the EPA's SmartWay voluntary emissions program, for the fifth consecutive year. YRC Worldwide is a charter partner of the program and along with one of its ...
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Deutsche Messe Hannover launches four new industrial trade shows in 2010
Deutsche Messe to stage tradeshows in Moscow in September 2010
Monday June 8, 2009
Deutsche Messe Hannover is to launch four new industrial tradeshows in Moscow in fall 2010 as part of its ongoing international expansion program. The tradeshows - MDA RUSSIA, Industrial Automation RUSSIA, Surface RUSSIA, and CeMAT RUSSIA - will go ...
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AAR reports that rail traffic down sharply in May
Lower electricity demand and higher coal stockpiles result in double-digit declines in rail traffic
Thursday June 4, 2009
Freight railroad traffic was down sharply in May in comparison with the same month last year, the Association of American Railroads reported today. U.S. rail carload traffic in May 2009 fell 24.7 percent (325,267 carloads) compared to May 2008 to ...
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Manitex International, Inc. announces $7 Million in new orders
Second quarter bookings include $2 million forklift order from U.S. Military
Thursday June 4, 2009
Manitex International, Inc., a provider of engineered lifting solutions including boom truck cranes, rough terrain forklifts and special missionoriented vehicles has announced that it received new orders valued at approximately $7 million. The ...
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Exel Transportation wins Sysco Carrier of the Year award
Thursday June 4, 2009
Exel Transportation, an operating unit of Exel and a Deutsche Post DHL company, earned the 2008 Sysco Supply Chain Intermodal Carrier of the Year honor for outstanding on-time performance, capacity commitment and responsive customer service. The award ...
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Toyota Industries Corporation to launch the world's first internal combustion hybrid lift truck in December 2009
The 3.5-ton diesel-powered internal combustion hybrid lift truck called Geneo-Hybrid
Wednesday June 3, 2009
Toyota Industries Corporation, hereinafter referred to as Toyota Industries, announces it will launch the world's first internal combustion (IC) hybrid lift truck. The 3.5-ton diesel-powered IC hybrid lift truck called "GENEO-HYBRID" will ...
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Pizzas 4 Patriots launches Operation Pizza Surge
Non-Profit, DHL and UNO partner to host world's largest pizza party for U.S. Troops
Wednesday June 3, 2009
This Fourth of July weekend , Pizzas 4 Patriots , a non-profit organization, is kicking off Operation Pizza Surge , teaming up with logisitics company DHL , and Uno Chicago Grill®, the inventor of Chicago's original deep-dish pizza, ...
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National Diesel fuel average jumps 7.8 cents to $2.352 per gallon
Land Line Magazine June 2, 2009
Tuesday June 2, 2009
A year ago this week, truckers were being forced to choose between food and fuel as the nationwide average skyrocketed to $4.707 per gallon. While the U.S. Energy Information Administration is reporting fuel prices are down to nearly half as high as ...
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Snorkel issues warning on Boom Sensors
Tuesday June 2, 2009
Snorkel International is urging all owners and users of three Snorkel products to conduct vital safety checks. Snorkel has uncovered a potential issue with a small number of boom lifts produced prior to 2004, which might not be fitted with the proper ...
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Protonex receives additional $500,000 to expand capabilities of unmanned aerial vehicle propulsion systems
Tuesday June 2, 2009
Protonex Technology Corporation , a provider of advanced fuel cell power systems for portable, remote and mobile applications, today announced that it has received an additional $500,000 contract award from the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) ...
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Pon Material Handling Group formed, Names David O. Turner as CEO
Monday June 1, 2009
Pon Material Handling has announced that David O. Turner has become the Chief Executive Officer of the global forklift, aerial lift and materials handling equipment companies owned by the privately held Pon Holdings B.V. of the Netherlands. In addition, ...
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Intelligrated purchases FKI Logistex
Thursday May 28, 2009
Intelligrated and FKI Logistex Group Limited today announced the signing of a definitive agreement to combine the two businesses, creating the leader in automated material handling systems and services. Under terms of the agreement, Intelligrated ...
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Manufactured goods orders soar in April
Martin Crutsinger, AP Economics Writer
Thursday May 28, 2009
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Demand for big-ticket manufactured goods soared by the largest amount in 16 months in April, the second increase in the past three months. The Commerce Department reported Thursday that orders for durable goods rose by 1.9 percent ...
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Rail traffic still down from prior year and up from last week
Thursday May 28, 2009
Freight traffic on U.S. railroads during the week ended May 23 remained down in comparison with last year, although it did show an increase from the previous week this year, the Association of American Railroads reported today. U.S. railroads originated ...
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The IRS urges small businesses to act now and take advantage of tax-saving opportunities included in the recovery law.
Thursday May 28, 2009
The Internal Revenue Service urges small businesses to act now and take advantage of tax-saving opportunities included in the recovery law. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), enacted in February, created, extended or expanded ...
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Terex Corporation seeks almost $600 in new financing
Wednesday May 27, 2009
Terex Corporation announced on May 27, 2009 that it is seeking approximately $600 million in new financing. The company intends to offer, subject to market and other conditions, $300 million in senior notes, $150 million in senior subordinated ...
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Manufacturers Alliance/MAPI Quarterly U.S. Industrial Outlook: Long, intense recession continues but eventual end in sight
Manufacturing production will likely fall 12 percent in 2009, Grow by 2 percent in 2010; Severe decline will be followed by modest rebound
Thomas J. Duesterberg, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of the Manufacturers Alliance/MAPI
Wednesday May 27, 2009
U.S. manufacturing production continued to plummet in the first quarter of 2009 and global contagion continues, but a confluence of factors portend a modest rebound in 2010, according to the Manufacturers Alliance/MAPI U.S. Industrial Outlook: The "Great" ...
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Equipment Leasing and Finance Association's Survey of Economic Activity: Monthly Leasing and Finance Index
Year over year new business volume reaches new low; Tight credit and recession continue to impede new business volume
Wednesday May 27, 2009
The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association's (ELFA) Monthly Leasing and Finance Index (MLFI-25 ), which reports economic activity for the $650 billion equipment finance sector, showed overall new business volume for April declined by 42.5 percent ...
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Long time industry veterans open new Aerial Equipment Specialty location in Philadelphia
Wednesday May 27, 2009
Chris Pera, former president of Modern Equipment, has formed the HiReach Group in King of Prussia, Pa., with Rick Raab and Shawn Deegan, also formerly of Modern Equipment. The Group also includes business partners John "JT" Kubiski, ...
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Alliance Material Handling Inc. acquires W.M.H. Solutions
Tuesday May 26, 2009
Alliance Material Handling, Inc ., an employee-owned company, just announced the merger with W.M.H. Solutions in the greater Richmond/Chesapeake area. The company release states that the expansion will provide their customers with ...
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Sales take a hit for PT/MC Manufacturers according to PTDA's March 2009 Market Outlook Report
Tuesday May 26, 2009
Both U.S. and Canadian manufacturers experienced a drop in sales in March 2009 according to sales data released by the Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA). Confidence in the market (as measured on a scale of 1 to 10 with 10 being ...
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Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks offers economic Stimulus rebate on select forklift models
Tuesday May 26, 2009
Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks has announced its own economic "Right on the Money" rebate stimulus package for customers. Through the end of June, Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks will offer a ‘ Right on the Money ' rebate on any purchase, ...
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Truck freight might be seeing bottom
Jim Mele, editor-in-chief of FleetOwner
Monday May 25, 2009
Truck freight may be showing the first signs of a turnaround after 39 months of depressed freight volumes including sharp declines since last October, according to truckload executives addressing an audience of financial analysts here. Major LTL carriers, ...
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U.S. railroads continued to reflect a weak economy
Thursday May 21, 2009
Freight traffic on U.S. railroads continued to reflect a weak economy as traffic remained down in comparison with last year during the week ended May 16, the Association of American Railroads reported today. U.S. railroads originated 247,258 cars ...
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Strategic Service Management 2009
Improving Customer Satisfaction And Profitability Through A Competitive After-Market Service Strategy
Thursday May 21, 2009
In the current climate, the role of after-market service has never been so pivotal in shaping the growth and profitability of companies across Europe. Customer-centric strategic service management is developing as a key frontier in competitive differentiation. ...
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Houston 1st in Nation for Manufacturing
Wednesday May 20, 2009
Manufacturers' News Inc., has announced that Houston, TX ranks first among U.S. cities for number of manufacturing plants and related jobs, according to the 2009 Texas Manufacturers Register, an industrial guide published annually by Manufacturers' ...
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Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc announce management changes
Wednesday May 20, 2009
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU) today announced several management changes including the appointment of Mark Steenrod to the position of national dealer development manager; Jewell Brown to national fleet sales & operations manager; ...
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The NAM/IndustryWeek Manufacturing Index -- 1st Quarter 2009
Confidence among manufacturers sinks to record low levels
David Huether, Chief Economist, National Association of Manufacturers and Industry Week
Tuesday May 19, 2009
The business outlook for manufacturers plummeted to a new record low in the first quarter of 2009, with just 28% of survey respondents having a positive business outlook. The first quarter results of the NAM/IndustryWeek Manufacturing Index show that ...
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Nominate exceptional innovators, business leaders and volunteers for the annual SME International Honor Awards
Tuesday May 19, 2009
The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME), the world's leading professional society serving the manufacturing industry, is issuing its annual call for nominations for the International Honor Awards , the Outstanding Young Manufacturing Engineer ...
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Just Released: Crushing Cones: What to expect when attending truck driving school,"
Now available through Women In Trucking Association
Monday May 18, 2009
Ellen Voie , President and founder of Women In Trucking , spent her entire career in transportation but until recently, had never driven a tractor-trailer. As leader of an organization that encourages and supports women in the trucking industry, ...
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Caterpillar cuts work hours for 985 at Indiana plant
Associated Press
Monday May 18, 2009
LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) - Caterpillar Inc. said it will cut hours at least in half for nearly 1,000 workers at its Lafayette engine plant in its second work reduction announced this month and third in two months. The company filed a notice Friday with ...
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CryoPort and FedEx complete commercial agreement for frozen shipping services
CryoPort Express frozen shipping solution being offered by FedEx to select customers in the life science industry
Monday May 18, 2009
CryoPort Systems, Inc . and FedEx Express , a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. today announced the companies have signed an agreement to provide an innovative and breakthrough frozen shipment solution for the life science industry. The CryoPort Express ...
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MAPI Analysis: ‘Some Optimism' in Industrial Production Report
Daniel J. Meckstroth, Ph.D., Chief Economist for the Manufacturers Alliance/MAPI
Monday May 18, 2009
The following is an analysis from Daniel J. Meckstroth, Ph.D., Chief Economist for the Manufacturers Alliance/MAPI, regarding the industrial production report for April 2009: "The Federal Reserve reports that total industrial production ...
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EPA announces Energy Star label for Computer Servers
Monday May 18, 2009
For the first time, EPA announced Energy Star requirements for computer servers that will protect the environment and result in significant energy savings. On average, computer servers that earn the Energy Star label will be 30 percent more energy efficient ...
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Fed official: Recovery will be 'Very Slow'
Jeannine Aversa, AP Economics Writer
Friday May 15, 2009
WASHINGTON (AP) Americans should brace themselves for a slow recovery back to health after the recession ends, with unemployment likely to hit the double-digits, a Federal Reserve official said Friday. Consumers here and abroad -- fearful ...
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OOIDA takes arbitrary fatigue enforcement to court
Jami Jones, senior editor of Land Line Magazine
Friday May 15, 2009
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association filed a lawsuit this week challenging a Minnesota State Patrol's arbitrary enforcement program used to declare truck drivers fatigued and to place them out of service. The Association filed ...
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CEMA: Conveyor orders climb in March
March booked orders increased 28% from February 2009
Thursday May 14, 2009
The Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association reported that its March 2009 Booked Orders Index was 128 up 28 points or an increase of 28% from February 2009's Index of 100 (1990=100). The March 2009 Index represents a decrease of 15% from the March ...
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Survey shows 58 percent of small business owners don't know the true value of their business
Nearly 30 percent of respondents plan to sell within four years
Thursday May 14, 2009
In today's economy, knowing the value of your business is more important than ever. However, a new survey by management consulting firm George S. May International found that the majority of small business owners don't know their organization's ...
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U.S. railroads remained sharply down from a year ago
Thursday May 14, 2009
Freight traffic on U.S. railroads remained sharply down from a year ago during the week ended May 9, the Association of American Railroads reported today. U.S. railroads originated 249,576 cars during the week, down 25.8 percent from the comparison ...
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British Industrial Truck Association predicts significant downturn
Forkliftaction.com Newsletter #410 - May 14, 2009
Thursday May 14, 2009
The British Industrial Truck Association (BITA) predicts an extended and significant downturn for the forklift industry. At its 2009 AGM last month, the association revealed the key points in its economic forecast report authored by Oxford Economics. ...
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GE Transportation announces new $100 million battery manufacturing facility to advance hybrid technologies
Thursday May 14, 2009
GE Transportation , a unit of the General Electric Company, announced on May 12, 2009 the next step in its commitment to develop leading hybrid technology. The Company announced plans to build a state-of-the-art manufacturing plant for advanced ...
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AMT testifies before U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Small Business
Wednesday May 13, 2009
Testifying about the far-reaching effects of the auto industry's crisis on its supplier base, one manufacturing executive told the House Committee on Small Business that unless suppliers get help immediately, many of them will "take their last ...
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AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology testifies before the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking
Testimony focuses on importance of a strong U.S. Manufacturing Technology Industry
Wednesday May 13, 2009
The importance of restoring available credit to ensure a strong U.S. manufacturing technology industry to support the nation's economy and defense industrial base was the subject Wednesday when an executive from a test equipment manufacturing company ...
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SICK, Inc. receives multi-million dollar contract from Lockheed Martin for USPS Project
Company's Ruler 3D Cameras to be used for Automated Package Processing System (APPS)Sortation Accuracy Improvement (SAI)
Tuesday May 12, 2009
SICK , a manufacturer of sensors, safety systems, machine vision, and automatic identification products for factory and logistics automation, announced it was awarded a multi-million dollar order from Lockheed Martin Systems Integration - Owego to ...
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Lattice Technology releases new lean manufacturing book, available free of charge
Tuesday May 12, 2009
Lattice Technology, developers of digital manufacturing applications using the XVL® format, today released the first 2 chapters of the new book, "Improving Lean Manufacturing Through 3D Data" by Dr. Hiroshi Toriya. First published in ...
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Employees increasingly accept and understand reductions in health plan benefits and premium-cost sharing
Education and tools high priorities for helping employees make better decisions
Tuesday May 12, 2009
United Benefit Advisors, LLC (UBA), one of the nation's leading employee benefits advisory organizations, today released additional data from the 2009 UBA Employer Benefit Perspectives survey (video) , which delineates employers' positions and ...
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Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks offers operators Spring Cleaning tips to ensure equipment keeps running
Monday May 11, 2009
Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks has released its top 10 spring cleaning and maintenance tips to help ensure forklift trucks keep on running through the summer heat. "Just like an automobile, customers who regularly care for, maintain and inspect ...
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Manufacturers contemplate migrating back To U.S. as new job and cost reduction opportunities emerge
Increasing costs and other challenges dampen enthusiasm for off-shore manufacturing
Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA)
Monday May 11, 2009
Companies are contemplating the re-establishment of manufacturing domestically, amid rising costs and other strategic challenges within the off-shoring model, according to study by Archstone Consulting. As companies reassess their manufacturing and ...
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U.S. manufacturing's demise is greatly exaggerated
Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA)
Monday May 11, 2009
Many see the long-term decline in U.S. manufacturing jobs as a sign of the demise of American manufacturing, a decline that has been expedited by offshoring. However, to paraphrase Mark Twain, the reports of U.S. manufacturing's demise are greatly exaggerated. ...
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MHEDA 2009 Convention in pictures
Monday May 11, 2009
As a popular feature of Material Handling Wholesaler's coverage of the annual Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA) annual convention and exhibitors showcase, here are the pictures that detail the event. See you at the ...
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MHEDA Convention 2009: Get ready changes are coming
Monday May 11, 2009
Last week the Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA) hosted their 54 th annual convention and exhibitors showcase in Palm Desert, CA on May 2 - 6, 2009. Over 400 attended the event and 90 exhibitors showcased their products ...
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ICUEE 2009 exhibit space sales near record-breaking numbers
Monday May 11, 2009
Exhibit space sales for the 2009 International Construction and Utility Equipment Exposition (ICUEE) are within 10 percent of surpassing the record-breaking numbers of the last show, held in 2007. And, while it's still early, advance registration is ...
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Outstanding Label Summit proves industry is thriving
Friday May 8, 2009
Record numbers descended on Sao Paulo for the highly acclaimed Label Summit Latin America as it returned to Brazil last month. Held at a new venue, the Hotel Transamerica in Sao Paulo, the summit was a huge success. 532 industry professionals from ...
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United Rentals announces plans to close 39 more branches
Friday May 8, 2009
United Rentals, Inc. has announced financial results for the first quarter 2009. Total revenue was $594 million and rental revenue was $448 million, compared with $772 million and $578 million, respectively, for the same period last year. Operating ...
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Rail freight traffic down in April
Thursday May 7, 2009
Freight traffic on U.S. railroads was down sharply during April 2009 in comparison with April 2008, the Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported today. Carload traffic fell 23.0 percent (382,612 carloads) compared to April 2008 to 1,278,794 ...
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United Benefit Advisors launches new Compliance Solutions Program
Employer webinar series is the cornerstone for understanding rapidly changing and complex compliance regulations
Wednesday May 6, 2009
Member Firms of United Benefit Advisors, LLC (UBA), announced today that access to its new Compliance Solutions Program is open to all employers by way of the UBA website, www.benefits.com/Resources/WebinarSeries/tabid/1955/Default.aspx . The Compliance ...
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PT/MC Distributor's Sales and Gross Margins experienced growth in 2008
Tuesday May 5, 2009
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) recently announced the results of its 2009 PT Distributor Performance Report (based on 2008 data). Revealing the profit challenges and opportunities in the power transmission/motion control ...
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Fuel Systems Solutions agrees to acquire certain FuelMaker assets and purchase orders
Transactions expand Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) refueling product line
Friday May 1, 2009
Fuel Systems Solutions, Inc ., has announced that it has agreed to acquire selected assets and technology for compressed natural gas (CNG) refueling products manufactured by FuelMaker Corporation, including the home refueling appliance marketed under ...
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Survey: Midwest, Plains economy improving
Assoicated Press
Friday May 1, 2009
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) -- A survey of business leaders in nine Midwestern and Plains states suggests that despite some encouraging signs, the region is well short of economic recovery. Economic indicators have pushed the overall index for the April ...
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Manufacturing inefficiency
Study sees 'alarming' use of energy, materials in newer manufacturing processes
David Chandler, MIT News Office
Friday May 1, 2009
Modern manufacturing methods are spectacularly inefficient in their use of energy and materials, according to a detailed MIT analysis of the energy use of 20 major manufacturing processes. Overall, new manufacturing systems are anywhere from 1,000 ...
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Volvo CEO booed
Employees protest job cuts
Agence France-Presse
Thursday April 30, 2009
The chief executive of Swedish industrial group Volvo, which has announced more than 20,000 job cuts, was booed by employees during a visit April 29 to a plant in southwest Sweden, according to a media report. Leif Johansson was booed by angry staff ...
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Crown earns second grant for advancement of fuel cell deployment in lift trucks
Ohio's Third Frontier Program continues investment in Application of Emerging Technology
Thursday April 30, 2009
Crown Equipment earned a $1 million grant this week to continue its industry-leading research, testing and application of fuel cell technology in lift trucks. The State of Ohio, through its Third Frontier Fuel Cell Program, awarded the grant to continue ...
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Rail freight traffic remains down from year ago
Thursday April 30, 2009
Freight traffic on U.S. railroads remained sharply down from a year ago during the week ended April 25, the Association of American Railroads reported today. U.S. railroads originated 260,652 cars during the week, down 22.4 percent from the comparison ...
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BTS releases North American Surface Trade Numbers for February
February 2009 Surface Trade with Canada and Mexico fell 30.9 percent from
Thursday April 30, 2009
Trade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners Canada and Mexico was 30.9 percent lower in February 2009 than in February 2008, dropping to $47.9 billion, the biggest year-to-year ...
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Caterpillar CEO worried about protectionism
Herbert G. McCann, Associated Press Writer
Thursday April 30, 2009
CHICAGO (AP) -- Caterpillar CEO James Owens is expressing concerns protectionist pressures are increasing, but must be discouraged to avoid a repeat of actions he says exacerbated the Great Depression. Speaking Wednesday during a panel discussion ...
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Federal Reserve says recession may be easing
Jeannine Aversa, AP Economics Writer
Wednesday April 29, 2009
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Federal Reserve said Wednesday it sees signs the recession is easing and that the economic outlook has "improved modestly" since last month. Against that backdrop, Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke and his colleagues left a ...
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Big Joe acquired by Big Lift, LLC
Wednesday April 29, 2009
Big Lift, LLC has acquired substantially all of the assets supporting the production, sales and servicing of Big Joe ™ lift trucks. The new owners bring strong financial backing, resident industry knowledge and manufacturing expertise that will ...
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Material Handling Wholesaler is now tweeting
Wednesday April 29, 2009
It seems like everyone is now "tweeting" on Twitter . Material Handling Wholesaler is now among them. "It's a way to grow our brand and to communicate with our readers in a social networking environment" says Dean Millius, ...
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World steel use to decline 14.9% in 2009
Wednesday April 29, 2009
The World Steel Association (worldsteel) forecasts that worldwide apparent steel use is expected to decline by -14.9% to 1,018.6 million metric tons (mmt) in 2009 after declining by -1.4% (1,197 mmt) in 2008. However, steel demand is expected to stabilize ...
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Rousing welcome for Prince William as JCB marks machine milestone
Wednesday April 29, 2009
HRH Prince William on April 24, 2009 paid his first ever visit to JCB to help the company celebrate a major milestone - the production of its 750,000th machine. As he arrived at the World Headquarters in Rocester, Staffordshire, the Royal ...
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Physician urges truckers to use caution as swine flu cases rise
Clarissa Kell-Holland, Land Line Magazine 04/28/2009
Wednesday April 29, 2009
While some truckers say they aren't worried about human swine flu, a doctor who specializes in providing health care services for truckers said his clinics' staff is on "high alert" to assist truckers who exhibit some of the disease's main ...
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New analysis shows Construction Industry accounts for less than One percent of annual green house gas emissions
Tuesday April 28, 2009
The construction industry accounts for less than one percent of all U.S. green house gas emissions according to a new analysis of federal environmental data from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The Associated General Contractors of ...
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Caterpillar restricts Mexican travel over Swine Flu
AP
Tuesday April 28, 2009
PEORIA, Ill. (AP) -- Heavy equipment maker Caterpillar Inc . has restricted its employees from traveling to Mexico because of the swine flu outbreak. The Peoria-based company has six manufacturing plants in Mexico, along with other facilities. It ...
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Construction Industry buoyed by Stimulus Bill, McGraw-Hill Chief Economist says
Associated Equipment Distributors, April 27, 2009 e-newsletter
Tuesday April 28, 2009
The $787.2 billion American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) is having a positive impact on the construction equipment industry, Robert Murray, vice president of economic affairs for McGraw-Hill Construction reported last week in Chicago. ...
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Japanese economy to shrink over 3 percent
Jay Alabaster, Associated Press Writer
Monday April 27, 2009
TOKYO (AP) -- Japan's economy is likely to shrink 3.3 percent this fiscal year, its worst contraction since World War II, the Cabinet announced Monday as it submitted a massive supplementary budget to finance a new stimulus package. "Exports ...
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Roadway receives 2009 NASSTRAC Carrier of the Year Award for 19th consecutive year
Monday April 27, 2009
Roadway, a YRC heritage brand, announced today that it has been named "2009 Carrier of the Year" by the National Shippers Strategic Transportation Council (NASSTRAC) and Logistics Management magazine. The annual program recognizes transportation ...
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iGPS labels latest allegations of National Wooden Pallet Association "Another False And Desperate Effort"
iGPS says NWPCA distorts FDA communications; Reiterates side-by-side challenge
Monday April 27, 2009
Intelligent Global Pooling Systems (iGPS Company LLC), on April 23, 2009 labeled the National Wooden Pallet & Container Association, (NWPCA) charge that iGPS' pallet is unsuitable for hydro-cooled produce as false and yet another ...
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Caterpillar CEO praises China's stimulus
Donna Borak, AP Business Writer
Friday April 24, 2009
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Chief Executive of heavy equipment maker Caterpillar Inc ., James Owens, reiterated on Thursday his support of China's plans to get money into the global economy faster than President Barack Obama's $787 stimulus package. A bellwether ...
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Sharp decline reported in rail freight traffic
Thursday April 23, 2009
Freight traffic on U.S. railroads was off sharply during the week ended April 18 in comparison with a year ago, the Association of American Railroads reported today. U.S. railroads originated 255,269 cars during the week, down 24.3 percent from the ...
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Nucor reports results for first quarter of 2009
Thursday April 23, 2009
Nucor Corporation announced today a consolidated net loss of $189.6 million, or $0.60 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2009. By comparison, Nucor earned $409.8 million, or $1.41 per diluted share, in the first quarter of 2008 and earned ...
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iGPS challenges members of Wooden Pallet Industry and CHEP to Side-By-Side comparison of Wood Pallets vs. iGPS' All-Plastic Pallets on Food, Fire, Worker Safety; Sustainability and Customer Satisfaction
Company notes that study would prove latest attacks on iGPS' pallets as desperate attempt by antiquated Wood Pallet Industry to maintain its virtual monopoly
Wednesday April 22, 2009
Intelligent Global Pooling Systems (iGPS Company LLC), today publicly challenged CHEP and the National Wooden Pallet and Container Association (NWPCA) to a side-by-side, independent and random comparison of typical wood pallets with iGPS' all-plastic ...
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EASTEC® Lean and Green Resource Center offers manufacturers a competitive advantage
Wednesday April 22, 2009
EASTEC , the largest manufacturing event on the East Coast, will provide attendees with the tips, tactics and one-on-one expertise they need to become more competitive at a three-day Lean and Green Resource Center . Sponsored by the Greater Boston ...
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Energy-saving steps this year may result in tax savings next year
Wednesday April 22, 2009
The Internal Revenue Service today reminded individual and business taxpayers that many energy-saving steps taken this year may result in bigger tax savings next year. The recently enacted American Recovery and Reinvestment (ARRA) of 2009 contained ...
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Terex announces first quarter 2009 results
Wednesday April 22, 2009
Terex Corporation today announced a net loss for the first quarter of 2009 of $74.9 million, or $0.79 per share, compared to net income of $163.3 million, or $1.59 per share, for the first quarter of 2008. Net sales were $1.30 billion in the first quarter ...
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Caterpillar responds to sharp volume decline first-quarter loss, but profitable excluding redundancy costs
Tuesday April 21, 2009
Caterpillar Inc . today reported a loss of $0.19 per share, down $1.64 per share from the first quarter of 2008. Excluding redundancy costs , first quarter profit was $0.39 per share. Redundancy costs related to reducing employment were $558 million ...
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FedEx statement:D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals rules in favor of FedEx Ground on Independent Contractor Classification
Court finds NLRB erred in determining contractors are employees
Tuesday April 21, 2009
FedEx Ground , a subsidiary of FedEx Corp., won a United States Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit decision today that said FedEx Ground independent contractors are independent business owners - not employees -- and are outside the jurisdiction ...
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Advanced unmanned ground vehicle demonstrates record mission duration using Protonex cell system technology
Tuesday April 21, 2009
Protonex Technology Corporation , a provider of advanced fuel cell power systems for portable, remote and mobile applications, today announces that Foster-Miller, Inc . (a QinetiQ company), has successfully demonstrated record unmanned ground vehicle ...
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Gehl reaches Forbearance Agreement with lenders
Tuesday April 21, 2009
Gehl Company's principal source of liquidity is a revolving credit agreement entered into in October 2006 with a group of U.S. bank lenders with approximately $117 million outstanding as of March 31, 2009. As part of its ongoing discussions ...
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Johnson Controls reports 2009 second quarter financial results; Expects return to profitability in third quarter
Tuesday April 21, 2009
For the second quarter of fiscal 2009, Johnson Controls reported net sales of $6.3 billion and a loss of $193 million, or $0.33 per diluted share. These results compare with net sales of $9.4 billion and income of $289 million, or $0.48 per diluted ...
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FedEx Express Canada celebrates Earth Day with goals to reduce environmental footprint
Local and global initiatives aim to increase sustainability efforts
Monday April 20, 2009
Federal Express Canada Ltd . ("FedEx Express Canada"), a subsidiary of FedEx Corp ., will celebrate Earth Day by working with PITCH-IN CANADA and Tree Canada to support programs that will give back to communities across the country and ...
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EPA finds greenhouse gases pose threat to public health, welfare / proposed finding comes in response to 2007 Supreme Court ruling
Friday April 17, 2009
After a thorough scientific review ordered in 2007 by the U.S. Supreme Court, the Environmental Protection Agency issued a proposed finding Friday that greenhouse gases contribute to air pollution that may endanger public health or welfare. The ...
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Material Handling Wholesaler unveils new search for equipment listings and parts
Friday April 17, 2009
Material Handling Wholesaler just announced another tool for parts, purchasing or sales managers to search for material handling equipment, supplies and parts with their new ad search located on Material Handling Wholesaler's website www.MHWmag.com ...
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OOIDA at CVSA: defending truckers' rights
Charlie Morasch, Land Line Magazine
Friday April 17, 2009
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association recently sent five representatives to the spring workshop of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance to represent the interests of truck drivers subjected to roadside inspections. OOIDA Director of ...
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AEM announces international cooperation with bauma China exhibition
Friday April 17, 2009
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) announces international cooperation with the bauma China exhibition. AEM will leverage the global expertise it brought to its CONEXPO Asia show to support bauma China 2010. "The Chinese market ...
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FedEx Express and Iveco present first test results for hybrid-electric vans
FedEx Iveco hybrid-electric daily vehicles operated in Milan and Turin, Italy, during six-month trial
Friday April 17, 2009
FedEx Express has announced the first test results of 10 state-of-the-art hybrid vehicles designed by Iveco, a manufacturer of commercial trucks. The results come approximately six months after the start of testing in which the fuel-efficient ...
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Rail freight traffic off in most recent week
Thursday April 16, 2009
Bad weather in the Upper Midwest, the slow economy and the Good Friday holiday all combined to produce another down week for U.S. rail freight traffic during the week ended April 11, the Association of American Railroads reported today. U.S. railroads ...
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Plug Power customers receive awards to purchase 304 Gendrive units under U.S. DOE
Thursday April 16, 2009
Plug Power Inc. , a providing clean, reliable energy solutions, has announced they have received over $6 M in awards from the United States Department of Energy (DOE) for fuel cell market transformation programs. The funding will be used to ...
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UPM Raflatac and its partners provide Los Angeles Marathon organizers with innovative RFID-based race timing system
Thursday April 16, 2009
Los Angeles Marathon organizers have implemented an innovative RFID solution that provides highly accurate time-tracking for road races and athletic competitions, while reducing the cost and complexity of successfully executing these large-scale events. ...
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Second annual FedEx Office Survey fnds small businesses keenly aware of challenging economic realities, yet optimistic about the future
Thursday April 16, 2009
FedEx Office (formerly FedEx Kinko's), an operating company of FedEx Corp., released the results of its second annual Signs of the Times national small business survey. The findings show 54 percent of respondents were very concerned about the ...
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Environmentally friendly, high-efficiency Hybrid Excavator under development for North American market
Thursday April 16, 2009
Doosan Infracore has expanded its development on its hybrid excavator with enhanced energy efficiency and lower exhaust emissions. The Doosan hybrid excavator, slated for launch by 2012 in North America, will provide significantly reduced fuel consumption ...
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EPA names priority schools for monitoring toxic outdoor air pollution
Thursday April 16, 2009
In an unprecedented effort to help protect children from toxic air pollution around schools, EPA Administrator Lisa P. Jackson announced a list of schools that will undergo outdoor air monitoring. "As a mother, I understand that concerned parents ...
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Lean to Green...Free technology to help Ohio manufacturers make jump to renewable energy industry
Cleveland-based factory floor tech company, FACTIVITY, offers free software to support local job creation, retention and environmental sustainability
Thursday April 16, 2009
Inspired by Governor Strickland's commitments to Ohio job creation and retention along with environmental sustainability, FACTIVITY Inc., a pioneer in paperless factory floor technology solutions since 1985, is offering its software for free to Ohio ...
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Sherwin-Williams announces Protective & Marine Coatings
Wednesday April 15, 2009
Sherwin-Williams has announced the newly named Protective & Marine Coatings. Formerly Sherwin-Williams Industrial & Marine Coatings, the new Protective & Marine Coatings group will continue to serve markets including water and wastewater, ...
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Johnson Controls-Saft announces plan to build lithium-ion hybrid battery plant in Michigan
Tuesday April 14, 2009
Johnson Controls - Saft has announced plans to build its first U.S. cell manufacturing facility for lithium-ion hybrid batteries. Subject to final State and local incentives, the company will use an existing Johnson Controls facility at its Meadowbrook ...
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Don Frazier program introduces high schoolers to material handling & logistics careers
New Rock Hill High School warehousing and distribution program to be dedicated April 30
Tuesday April 14, 2009
Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) and the Material Handling Education Foundation, Inc. (MHEFI) announce the dedication of the new Don Frazier Material Handling Technical Training Program as part of the Rock Hill Schools Applied Technology ...
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MAPI quarterly gobal growth forecast: Possibility for ‘Slow, grudging recovery' dependent on numerous factors
Monday April 13, 2009
While the global economic picture will remain troubled for the near term, slightly improved U.S. economic data could be a harbinger of positive signals for a grim world landscape, according to a new report. In the MAPI Quarterly Forecast of U.S. Exports, ...
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Seize market opportunities in difficult times, says United Rentals CEO
Monday April 13, 2009
International Power Access Federation , IPAF managing director Tim Whiteman (left) congratulates United Rentals CEO Michael Kneeland (right) on becoming an IPAF member and presents him with a copy of the IPAF US Powered Access Rental Report 2008. ...
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Gehl Company may face bankruptcy
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - McClatchy-Tribune Information Services via COMTEX
Saturday April 11, 2009
Under pressure from its bankers, Gehl Co . must either forge new loan terms or face possible bankruptcy, its new French owner has said. After the West Bend construction equipment maker violated conditions of its loan agreement, Gehl's bankers demanded ...
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Deere announces Des Moines layoffs
Friday April 10, 2009
Deere & Co. said last week that 160 employees of the John Deere Des Moines Works will be placed on indefinite layoff later this month due to reduced market demand for the factory's products. Deere said the layoffs affect production workers ...
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U.S. recession to end in H2 but unemployment to rise: survey
Friday April 10, 2009
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. economy is set to emerge from recession in the second half of this year as consumer spending and the housing sector recover, but unemployment will rise well into 2010, according to a survey. The Blue Chip Economic Indicators ...
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MATTECH 2009 will bring buyers to Miami
Friday April 10, 2009
If you're looking to gain new contacts to increase sales in North and South America mark your calendars to be at MATTECH 2009 on August 5 - 6 in the Miami Beach Convention Center. Exhibitors from the inaugural year said MATTECH helped them ...
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Abu Dhabi company aims to be forklift leader by 2020
Forkliftaction Newsletter #405
Thursday April 9, 2009
(Halifax, United Kingdom) Abu Dhabi-based Shaw Handling wants to compete with Kalmar, Hyster and Linde in the medium to heavy forklift market and will launch a "revolutionary" forklift range in the second or third quarter of this year. The ...
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Weather, slow economy produce rail freight traffic decline
Thursday April 9, 2009
Bad weather in Wyoming and the Upper Midwest combined with the slow economy to produce another down week for U.S. rail freight traffic during the first week of April, the Association of American Railroads reported today. U.S. railroads reported originating ...
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NTDA postpones 2009 Convention
Thursday April 9, 2009
Almost everyone in the trailer industry has felt the impacts of the economic turbulence affecting companies large and small. The business environment has changed radically over the last year and is expected to continue doing so into 2009. Many firms ...
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Wholesaler columnist Dr. Rick Johnson announces summer sales one-day training
Turn survival thinking into competitive advantage thinking.
Wednesday April 8, 2009
Material Handling Whoelsaler columnist and CEO Strategist president Dr. Rick Johnson is planning a summer conference that lasts an entire day. The dates are July 10, July 20 and August 14, 2009. The conference will be held in Orlando, FL. ...
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Wholesale inventories fall 1.5 percent
Christopher S. Rugaber, AP Economics Writer
Wednesday April 8, 2009
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Wholesalers cut their inventories in February by the steepest amount in more than 17 years, while sales rose for the first time since the summer, encouraging signs that companies may be getting their inventories under control. The ...
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Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI) rose 2.0 Percent in February from January
Wednesday April 8, 2009
The Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI) rose 2.0 percent in February from its January level, rising from its lowest level in more than five years, the U.S. Department of Transportation 's Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) reported today ...
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End to Ohio split speed limits: chalk another one up for OOIDA
Keith Goble, OOIDA state legislative editor
Wednesday April 8, 2009
The trucking industry has watched as the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association , OOIDA, waged battle in Ohio for years. That lengthy battle ended in victory last week with the end of the dangerous and much-despised split speeds on Buckeye ...
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Interim rule confirms Stimulus "Buy American" doesn't apply to construction equipment
Associated Equipment Dealers
Tuesday April 7, 2009
On March 31, the federal government issued an interim final rule amending the Federal Acquisition Regulations to implement the "Buy American" provision included of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (the stimulus bill enacted in February). ...
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Alta Lift Truck Services acquires Detroit Forklift
Tuesday April 7, 2009
Alta Lift Truck Services, Inc. and Detroit Forklift today announced that the companies have signed a definitive agreement under which Alta will acquire the assets of Detroit Forklift. The terms of the agreement were not disclosed. ...
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Cascade Corporation net sales down 30% from prior year fourth quarter
Reductions in staffing, shutdowns and pay freezes are being implemented
Monday April 6, 2009
Cascade Corporation on April 2, 2009 reported its financial results for the fourth quarter ended January 31, 2009. Overview Net sales of $95.1 million for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2009 were 30% lower than net sales of $136.2 million ...
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YRC Worldwide expands partnership with Women in Trucking, Inc.
Collaboration designed to promote best-in-class diversity, recruiting, hiring and workplace practices for all carriers
Monday April 6, 2009
YRC Worldwide Inc., has announced a partnership with Women in Trucking, Inc ., a transportation industry organization established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize the obstacles ...
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Flow-Rite Controls honored as One of the 2009 Michigan 50 Companies to Watch
Friday April 3, 2009
Flow-Rite Controls has been recognized as one of the 2009 "Michigan 50 Companies to Watch," an awards program sponsored by the Edward Lowe Foundation and presented by Michigan Celebrates Small Business. Flow-Rite Controls will be honored ...
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APICS increases opportunities for young operations management professionals and empowers college students to earn valuable industry certifications
APICS CPIM Pearson VUE Jumpstart Program enables 100 students to get their careers started on solid footing with the APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)
Friday April 3, 2009
APICS The Association for Operations Management , a provider in supply chain and operations management certification and education, has helped 100 future operations management leaders begin the process of earning their APICS Certified in ...
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Factory orders jump 1.8 percent in February
Martin Crutsinger, AP Economics Writer
Thursday April 2, 2009
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Orders to U.S. factories posted an increase in February after six straight monthly declines, providing another glimmer of hope that the economy's deep plunge may be starting to moderate. The Commerce Department said Thursday that ...
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TNT and Con-way freight creates a commercial alliance
Companies team up for new commercial offering, launch day-definite door-to-door solution for heavy-weight expedited Intercontinental shipments
Thursday April 2, 2009
TNT and Con-way Freight on April 2, 2009 announced the start of a commercial alliance that provides a door-to-door road/air/road solution for heavier, expedited intercontinental shipments between Europe and the United States. The new ...
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AAR: Rail freight traffic down in March
Thursday April 2, 2009
Freight traffic on U.S. railroads was down again during March, the Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported today. U.S. railroads originated 1,082,514 carloads of freight in March 2009, down 17.3 percent (226,279 carloads) from March ...
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Material Handling Wholesaler announces web page on Facebook
Thursday April 2, 2009
Material Handling Wholesaler has announced that they have a web page on the social networking website FACEBOOK . "It's another way to communicate and stay in touch with the material handling industry." says Wholesaler general manager Dean ...
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Belgian king visits TVH
Forkliftaction newsletter #404
Thursday April 2, 2009
Belgium's royal couple, King Albert II and Queen Paola this week visited the home town of materials handling manufacturer TVH - Group Thermote & Vanhalst . During the royal visit to Waregem, the king visited the TVH plant, accompanied by the mayor ...
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IMTS - The International Manufacturing Technology Show 2010 reports positive exhibit space sales
Wednesday April 1, 2009
Show management for IMTS - The International Manufacturing Technology Show reports positive news following initial booth assignments for IMTS 2010 which runs September 13 - 18, 2010 at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois. Over 850 exhibitors ...
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Crown GPC 3000 wins International Design award
Wednesday April 1, 2009
For the fifth time in as many years, one of Crown Equipment Corporation's forklifts has been honored with the prestigious GOOD DESIGN™ Award. The award's sponsor, The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design, recognized the Crown GPC ...
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Washington State jury rules in favor of FedEx Ground Independent Contractors
Decision reaffirms company's long-standing position on contractor classification
Wednesday April 1, 2009
FedEx Ground, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp ., announced on April 1, 2009 that a jury In the Superior Court of the State of Washington for King County affirmed in a verdict that FedEx Ground single work area contractors operating in the state ...
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Terex provides update on terminated acquisition of Fantuzzi Industries and Noell Port Equipment businesses
Wednesday April 1, 2009
Terex Corporation on April 1, 2009 announced that it has agreed on a term sheet to acquire the port equipment businesses of Fantuzzi Industries and Noell Crane for net consideration of approximately €175 million. The Fantuzzi and Noell ...
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January 2009 surface trade with Canada and Mexico fell 27.2 percent from January 2008
Tuesday March 31, 2009
Surface transportation trade between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners Canada and Mexico was 27.2 percent lower in January 2009 than in January 2008, dropping to $47.5 billion, the biggest year-to-year percentage ...
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Bobcat Company staff and equipment help defend Fargo Moorhead community from record flooding
Tuesday March 31, 2009
North Dakota, the home of Bobcat Company , helped prepare for major flooding in the eastern part of the state and battling flood conditions in the west and central areas. The Fargo (ND)/Moorhead (MN) area, which is home to the Company's world headquarters, ...
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GDP to plummet 4.3 percent across OECD countries in 2009 as unemployment climbs sharply
Tuesday March 31, 2009
Economic activity is expected to plummet by an average 4.3 percent in the OECD area in 2009 while by the end of 2010 unemployment rates in many countries will reach double figures for the first time since the early 1990s, according to the OECD's Economic ...
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PepsiCo's Quaker, Gatorade And Tropicana business units release letter to customers regarding iGPS' pallet rental service
Tuesday March 31, 2009
Intelligent Global Pooling Systems (iGPS Company LLC), operator of the world's first all-plastic pallet rental service with embedded RFID (radio frequency identification) tags, announced on March 23, 2009 that it has been informed by PepsiCo's ...
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U.S. Transportation Secretary LaHood signs a cooperative agreement with the Chinese on the safe transport of dangerous goods
Monday March 30, 2009
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood joined China's Minister of Transport Li Shenglin on March 30, 2009 in a historical signing of an agreement to cooperate on the safe transportation of hazardous materials. Signing the agreement, ...
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SMH opens new B.C. warehouse
Monday March 30, 2009
Due to continued growth and an ongoing effort to improve service to customers, Systems Material Handling, (SMH) , is pleased to announce the opening of the Port Coquitlam distribution center. The new facility will be open for business on March ...
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The Manitowoc Company previews financial results and describes agreement to sell Enodis ice business
Monday March 30, 2009
The Manitowoc Company , Inc. on March 30, 2009 announced that the current trends in the end markets for its businesses, particularly for the Crane segment, are driving financial performance that is significantly softer than projected when ...
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Myers Industries to close Fostoria, OH facility
Friday March 27, 2009
Myers Industries, Inc . announced on March 27, 2009 that it is closing its Fostoria, OH manufacturing facility. The plant is one of three Ameri-Kart ™ facilities in the Company's Automotive and Custom Segment producing custom plastic products ...
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Harrington Industrial Plastics opens two new branches first quarter of 2009
Friday March 27, 2009
Harrington Industrial Plastics has opened two new branches this year. The newest locations have been placed in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Grand Rapids, Michigan. Harrington has grown from a regional distributorship to the largest distributor of industrial ...
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Toyota contributes 57,000 trees through Arbor Day Foundation partnership
Friday March 27, 2009
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc . (TMHU), has announced that through its support of the Arbor Day Foundation, 57,000 trees will be planted in national forests and local parks damaged by fire or other natural causes by the end of 2009. This is ...
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Seminar delivers information on Warehouse Management and Warehouse Control System differences
Friday March 27, 2009
A recent seminar hosted by TriFactor, LLC helped companies evaluate if a Warehouse Management System or Warehouse Control System Technology is the right choice for their operation. Presenters were Jerry List, Vice President of QC Software, Inc., who ...
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Caljan Rite-Hite launches new service program
Affordable solutions in challenging economic times
Friday March 27, 2009
Caljan Rite-Hite US, a manufacturer of advanced material handling solutions for loading and unloading loose loaded cargo is excited to announce their new Service Contract program, intended to increase the life of their existing customer's Caljan SAFEtrack ...
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Doosan dealer yields to economics
Forkliftaction.com Newsletter issue #403 March 26, 2009
Thursday March 26, 2009
Doosan-brand dealer North Georgia Lift Truck Service shut down operations in mid-March in the face of economic pressures and owner John Maddox has opted to retire. "We were notified (about the closure) and are looking to options" for continuing ...
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Rail freight traffic continues to reflect slow economy
Thursday March 26, 2009
Freight traffic on U.S. railroads continued to reflect the nation's economic slowdown during the week ended March 21, the Association of American Railroads reported today. U.S. railroads reported originating 276,030 cars during the week, down 14.7 ...
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Pyroban installs equipment integrated gas detection systems on vehicles in refineries and chemical manufacturing facilities.
Thursday March 26, 2009
History has shown that all powered mobile industrial equipment have one thing in common; Unless they are properly protected, they have many ignition and heat sources which are likely to cause a fire or explosion if they come into contact with an ignitable ...
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SMH elevated work platform project complete
Wednesday March 25, 2009
Systems Material Handling (SMH) new Elevated Work Platform (EWP) expansion project at the Kansas headquarters has been completed. The project consisted of building a 37,000 square foot mezzanine complete with automated conveyoring to assist in product ...
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NAM says failure to honor agreement with Mexico threatens U.S. manufacturing jobs
17,000 jobs put at risk by new tariffs
Wednesday March 25, 2009
National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) Vice President for International Economic Affairs Frank Vargo on March 19, 2009 issued the following statement in reaction to the announcement by the government of Mexico that it will impose tariffs ...
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MHIA: Good news in manufacturing is coming
MHIA, edited by MHW
Wednesday March 25, 2009
MHIA, (Material Handling Industry of America) reported on their website on March 17, 2009 that they have known for some time that the current economic recession was coming. Now, it looks like there is light at the end of this tunnel beginning ...
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ShockWatch Tilt & Roll Technology monitors how ocean tavel effects valued shipments
ShockLog impact recorder accessory reports on products' actions at sea
Tuesday March 24, 2009
The ocean waves can be some of the most destructive forces in nature and even the slightest turbulence can cause a ship's cargo to barrel out of control. Luckily, ShockWatch has an answer for those harsh movements on the high seas. While ShockWatch ...
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APICS introduces program to educate professionals on increasing profits through green operations
APICS magazine presents Bottom-Line Green Webinar Series, exclusive step-by-step report and more
Tuesday March 24, 2009
APICS, The Association for Operations Management announced that it will provide an online webinar series aimed at helping operations management professionals increase profits while decreasing their carbon footprints beginning today. The education ...
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Equipment Leasing and Finance Association's Survey of Economic Activity: Monthly leasing and finance Index
February follows January decline in year-over-year new business volume
Tuesday March 24, 2009
The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association's (ELFA) Monthly Leasing and Finance Index (MLFI-25 ), which reports economic activity for the $650 billion equipment finance sector, showed overall new business volume for February declined by 37.7 percent ...
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Engineering professionals continuing to source products and services, despite impact of economic climate on industrial sector
GlobalSpec Economic Outlook Survey reveals that Engineers and Technical Professionals are continuing project work, performing an increasing amount of work, research and product search online
Monday March 23, 2009
Engineering, technical and industrial professionals have seen an impact of the economic slowdown on their businesses, yet are still working on specific types of projects and specifying and purchasing products and services, according to results of the ...
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UPM Raflatac and Blue Spark Technologies partner to drive battery-assisted passive RFID research and product development
Monday March 23, 2009
UPM Raflatac and Blue Spark Technologies have recently announced a partnership specifically targeting the development and launch of new and innovative products and applications in the emerging battery-assisted passive (BAP) RFID market. ...
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AAR: Another Down Week for Rail Freight Traffic
Friday March 20, 2009
Freight traffic on U.S. railroads during the week ended March 14 remained down in comparison with a year ago, the Association of American Railroads reported today. U.S railroads reported originating 279,287 cars, up 1.5 percent from the previous week ...
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CAT's machinery sales down 27 percent
Daniel Lovering, AP Manufacturing Writer
Thursday March 19, 2009
Caterpillar Inc. 's global machinery sales fell 27 percent in February, the third straight month of declines as the economic downturn erodes demand for heavy equipment such as trucks, bulldozers and pipelayers. The drop in February machine sales was ...
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2008 Surface Trade with Canada and Mexico rose 4.1 percent from 2007
Wednesday March 18, 2009
Surface transportation trade between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners Canada and Mexico was 4.1 percent higher in 2008 than in 2007, reaching $830 billion, according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics ...
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Protonex awarded $3.3 million contract to develop a deployable fuel cell power system for small unmanned aerial vehicles
Wednesday March 18, 2009
Protonex Technology Corporation a provider of advanced fuel cell power systems for portable, remote and mobile applications, just announced that it will develop a robust, deployable pre-production fuel cell power system, designed for powering ...
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Survey: Shippers favor rails over truckers
Manufacturing.Net - March 17, 2009
Wednesday March 18, 2009
According to a semi annual survey of supply chain managers conducted by Longbow Research analyst Lee Klaskow, the current economic environment favors rails over truckers. Thirty-three percent of shippers surveyed said the availability of adequate rail ...
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NAM Board of Directors approves resolution opposing Employee Free Choice Act
Manufacturers say legislation would cost 600,000 jobs in first year
Wednesday March 18, 2009
The Board of Directors of the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), representing 11,000 manufacturing companies in every industry and every state, on March 13, 2009 adopted a unanimous resolution in opposition to the Employee Free ...
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Inventor Dean Kamen to keynote at PTDA and FPDA co-located Fall meeting
Wednesday March 18, 2009
Inventor, entrepreneur and tireless advocate for science and technology Dean Kamen will be the opening keynote speaker for the co-located PTDA 2009 Industry Summit and FPDA 2009 Network Symposium . To be held on October 22-24, 2009 at the brand ...
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Caterpillar cuts another 2,454 jobs
Reuters Reporter: James Kelleher, editing by Gerald E. McCormick
Tuesday March 17, 2009
Caterpillar Inc, the world's largest maker of construction and mining equipment, notified an additional 2,454 workers in three states on Tuesday that they were losing their jobs as the company continues to try to bring production in line with plummeting ...
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Komatsu announces consolidation of manufacturing operations in North America
Tuesday March 17, 2009
Komatsu Forklift U.S.A., Covington, Georgia, and Komatsu America Corporation, Rolling Meadows, Illinois, announced on March 6, 2009 a restructuring and consolidation of manufacturing facilities within North America. As part of this restructuring, ...
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NFPA publishes Lift Truck Fire Report
Tuesday March 17, 2009
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) estimates that in 2003-2006, U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated total of 1,340 structure and vehicle fires per year in which industrial loaders or forklifts were directly involved in ignition. ...
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Card Check Bill reintroduced as AED holds Grassroots Action Day
Tuesday March 17, 2009
The card check debate is once again heating up on Capitol Hill. On March 10, the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) was reintroduced in the House and Senate respectively by Rep. George Miller (D-CA) and Sen. Tom Harkin (D-IA). The labor unions' top legislative ...
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Parcel shipping: DHL in talks with multiple air carriers to handle U.S.-based international cargo
Initial proposed deal with UPS not a sure thing; DHL now in talks with ABX, ASTAR Air Cargo
Jeff Berman, Group News Editor -- Logistics Management
Tuesday March 17, 2009
When global express delivery and logistics services provider DHL announced last November it was eliminating United States domestic-only air and ground services to focus only on international import and export offerings U.S.-based major metropolitan ...
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CAT turns to rolling layoffs at Illinois plant
AP
Monday March 16, 2009
Caterpillar Inc. has instituted rolling layoffs at its Pontiac, IL plant. The move allows the heavy equipment maker to furlough the entire work force for a time while remaining in operation. United Auto Workers Local 2096 acting president John ...
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New law extends Net Operating Loss carryback for small businesses; IRS to ensure refunds paid timely
Monday March 16, 2009
The Internal Revenue Service announced today that small businesses with deductions exceeding their income in 2008 can use a new net operating loss tax provision to get a refund of taxes paid in prior years. To accommodate the change in tax law, ...
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World of Asphalt and AGG1 2009 a huge success
Strong attendance defies down economy
Monday March 16, 2009
The just-concluded 2009 World of Asphalt Show & Conference and co-located AGG1 Aggregates Forum & Expo were an unqualified success, posting strong attendance numbers despite a down economy and travel restrictions by many companies. The shows ...
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Beware: Forklift Theft
MHEDA Connection March 15, 2009
Monday March 16, 2009
Stories of increased forklift theft are not fairy tales. Even companies taking precautionary measures can be victimized. Just ask Sunbelt Industrial Trucks (Dallas, TX), who had a new 22,000-pound Komatsu lift truck stolen from the yard of its Houston ...
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Former Interlake workers protest new owners
Christy Stelzer WMBD/WYZZ Reporter
Thursday March 12, 2009
More than 100 former employees of Pontiac's Interlake factory protested outside the company. Mecalux bought the bankrupt company and while the rally was going on outside of the plant, about 150 people stood in line to re-apply. President of UAW Local ...
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World of Asphalt and AGG1 2009 draw crowds despite tough economic times
Thursday March 12, 2009
The 2009 World of Asphalt Show & Conference and AGG1 Aggregates Forum & Expo are now being held (March 9-12) and they are an overwhelming success: More than 5,500 registered attendees for the co-located shows by close of second day, March 10. ...
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Toyota honors top dealers with President's award
Thursday March 12, 2009
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU) recently announced the 2008 winners of its prestigious President's Award. TMHU selects its top dealers each year from a nationwide network of 68 dealers and 190 dealership locations, recognizing them for ...
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Jungheinrich presents five dealer organizations with its 2008 Elite Sales award
Highest dealership award, the "Golden Gabelstapler," once again goes to Montréal Hydraulique 04, Inc. of St.-Hubert, Quebec.
Wednesday March 11, 2009
Jungheinrich Lift Truck Corp. has presented its Elite Sales Awards to five of its top-selling dealers for 2008. John Sneddon, Jungheinrich's President, recognized the award recipients at a special event held in Chicago during the week of the ProMat ...
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Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI) fell 2.3 percent in January from December
Wednesday March 11, 2009
The Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI) fell 2.3 percent in January from its December level, falling for the third consecutive month to its lowest level in more than five years, the U.S. Department of Transportation's Bureau of Transportation ...
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Economic Recovery Package extends incentives for material handling and logistics equipment investment
F. Hal Vandiver
Wednesday March 11, 2009
How does the Economic Stimulus Package help encourage material handling and logistics investment? Thanks to our friends at the Association for Machinery Technology (AMT) for their input, here is some very good news. The American Recovery and Reinvestment ...
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Bosch Rexroth AG: 2008 sales up 9.8 percent from prior year
Anticipates a significantly weaker performance in 2009
Tuesday March 10, 2009
Bosch Rexroth AG, parent company of Bosch Rexroth Corporation in North America, announces $8.3 billion (5.9 billion Euros) in sales for 2008 - up 9.8 percent from the previous year. Sales in the Americas were up nearly eight percent in U.S. dollars. ...
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America Ranks #8 in new Global Innovation Index
Behind Singapore, South Korea and Switzerland
Tuesday March 10, 2009
In the largest and most comprehensive global index of its kind, the United States ranked eighth in innovation leadership among 110 countries, according to a new report produced jointly by The Boston Consulting Group (BCG), the National Association ...
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Nuvera Fuel Cells introduces PowerEdge™
A new Hybrid Fuel Cell product for the material handling industry
Tuesday March 10, 2009
Nuvera Fuel Cells has announced a new line of cutting edge hybridfuel cell products for forklift trucks called PowerEdge ™ . PowerEdge replaces standard lead acid batteries and consists of Nuvera's PowerFlow™ hydrogen fuel cell system, sealed ...
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CNH Parts & Service launches Gold Value Parts
Tuesday March 10, 2009
CNH Parts & Services has launched Gold Value Parts to provide replacement parts for machines built between 1962 and 1992. Owners of these old glories take great pride in maintaining their equipment but often find it difficult to locate the right ...
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Stephenson Equipment Inc. acquires CC & FF Keesler
Tuesday March 10, 2009
Stephenson Equipment Inc., a Manitowoc and Grove distributor headquartered in Harrisburg, Pa., has announced the acquisition of CC & FF Keesler, Inc. of Prospect Park, Pa. Stephenson has recently focused on growth into Philadelphia / Southeast ...
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NAM President Engler cites Warren Buffett comment opposing "Card Check" legislation
Obama advisor says
Monday March 9, 2009
National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) President and Chief Executive Officer John Engler today issued the following statement in reaction to a comment by Warren Buffett, the noted philanthropist and economic advisor to President Barack Obama, ...
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Komatsu accelerates plant closures
Monday March 9, 2009
Heavy equipment manufacturer Komatsu Ltd. has accelerated its plant closures in North America, with two more set to shutdown by the end of this year, according to a published report. At the end of September, Komatsu plans to shut it's a plant ...
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MECALUX will execute its purchase agreement on Interlake's assets totalling 30 million dollars
The purchase will be made for 30 million dollars and involves the acquisition of 4 new plants for the American expansion of MECALUX: Pontiac (Illinois); Sumter (South Carolina); Mexicali and Matamoros (Mexico)
Monday March 9, 2009
On March 06, 2009, MECALUX informed the Spanish Stock Exchange Regulator (CNMV) that it's going to execute its purchase agreement in a few days' time, its call option on the companies UFC Interlake Holding Co., United Fixtures Company, Inc., Interlake ...
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Deere announces additional layoffs in construction and forestry division
Over 325 employee's in the Dubuque and Davenport, IA plants are affected
Friday March 6, 2009
Deere & Company said today that 325 employees of the construction and forestry division will be placed on indefinite layoff later this month at two factories due to depressed market conditions. The layoffs are in addition to previously ...
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AAR: Rail frieght traffic down in February
Thursday March 5, 2009
Rail freight traffic throughout North America was off sharply during February, the Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported today. U.S. rail carload traffic in February 2009 fell 14.5 percent (188,487 carloads) compared to February 2008 to ...
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China predicts 8 percent economic growth in 2009
Joe McDonald, AP Business Writer
Thursday March 5, 2009
BEIJING (AP) -- China's premier said Thursday it can achieve 8 percent growth this year as Beijing spends heavily to combat an economic slump but he announced no new stimulus measures that financial markets hoped for. "We face unprecedented difficulties ...
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Sierra Army Depot marks successful demonstration of Wireless Vehicle Management Technology from I.D. Systems, Inc.
Thursday March 5, 2009
Sierra Army Depot (SIAD) hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on February 25, 2009 to mark the successful demonstration of an innovative wireless industrial Vehicle Management System (VMS) from I.D. Systems, Inc. The system-referred to by SIAD ...
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Protonex awarded program to further develop solid oxide full cell power systems
Thursday March 5, 2009
Protonex Technology Corporation a provider of advanced fuel cell power systems has announced that, as anticipated, it has received confirmation of a $1,481,470 contract award from the U.S. Army to adapt its solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) power systems ...
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CAT lift trucks named the official lift truck provider for the 2009 Houston Livestock and Rodeo™
Wednesday March 4, 2009
Marking its fifth year as the Official Lift Truck Provider for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, Cat Lift Trucks and local dealer, Adobe Equipment Inc., will provide more than 80 Cat ® lift trucks to help make the world's largest rodeo a success ...
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Penco announces 5th QuickShip warehouse in Hamilton, NC
Wednesday March 4, 2009
Penco Products, a producer of storage and work area products, announces the addition of its fifth QuickShip warehouse in Hamilton, North Carolina. The new warehouse is located within Penco's 475,000 square foot Hamilton manufacturing facility, which ...
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AED Stimulus teleconference breaks down industry's billions
Wednesday March 4, 2009
Based on research conducted in 2008, AED (Associated Equipment Distributors) calculates that more than $2.5 billion will be injected into the construction equipment industry as a result of the highway, sewer and drinking water portions of the Economic ...
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December 2008 surface trade with Canada and Mexico fell 13.1 percent from December 2007
Tuesday March 3, 2009
Trade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners, Canada and Mexico , was 13.1 percent lower in December 2008 than in December 2007, dropping to $52.9 billion, according to the ...
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Toyota-Aichi expands aerial work platform line-up for U.S. markets
Four new Scissor Lifts, two new Crawler Boom Lifts offer complete line
Tuesday March 3, 2009
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A, Inc. - the sole distributor of Aichi scissor lifts , and wheeled and crawler boom lifts in the U.S. - announced its expanded product line including four new models of the SV-Series scissor lifts and two models of the ...
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AED declares March 11 Equipment Industry "Card Check Action Day"
Tuesday March 3, 2009
The Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) is stepping up its efforts to defeat the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA or "card check) and has declared March 11 "Card Action Day" for the equipment industry. AED also recently joined the ...
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YRC Worldwide successfully integrates national networks
With historic March 1 integration, Yellow and Roadway strength and experience unite in YRC
Tuesday March 3, 2009
YRC Worldwide Inc. just announced the successful March 1 integration of the national networks for Yellow Transportation and Roadway. The two industry leaders will now do business as YRC, a brand providing more than 160 combined years of experience ...
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Fuel Systems Solutions' subsidiary IMPCO Technologies invests in Industrial Engine building capabilities
Positions company to provide turnkey package for new 2010 Emissions Standards and names Chief Operating Officer for IMPCO Technologies
Tuesday March 3, 2009
Fuel Systems Solutions, Inc . just announced the expansion of the engine building capabilities at the Sterling Heights, MI facility of its subsidiary, IMPCO Technologies, Inc . The planned investment will support the introduction of Fuel Systems ...
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February 2009 Manufacturing ISM Report On Business® just released
New Orders, Production, Employment and Inventories contracting prices falling Supplier deliveries faster
Monday March 2, 2009
Economic activity in the manufacturing sector failed to grow in February for the 13th consecutive month, and the overall economy contracted for the fifth consecutive month, say the nation's supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM Report On ...
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Brambles delivers revenue growth despite challenging conditions
Major initiatives announced to underpin future performance
Monday March 2, 2009
Brambles on February 16,2009 reported its interim profit result for the Group for the six months ended December 31, 2008. Sales revenue from continuing operations was US$2.073 billion, up 4% in constant currency, a good result in challenging ...
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Update: Positive attendance and exhibit numbers continue for World of Asphalt and AGG1 Aggregates Forum & Expo
Monday March 2, 2009
With about one week before the shows open, advance registration and exhibit numbers continue their positive trending for the 2009 World of Asphalt and AGG1 shows. World of Asphalt already has a record number of exhibitors. Virtually all of the major ...
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| Thursday February 26, 2009 |
Rail freight traffic continues to feel effects of economic slowdown
Thursday February 26, 2009
Freight traffic on U.S. railroads continued to show the effects of the economic slowdown during the week ended February 21 as volume remained well below totals reported during the comparison week last year, the Association of American Railroads ...
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NAWBO® survey finds Women Business Owners holding their own amid economic downturn
Thursday February 26, 2009
A new survey of National Association of Women Business Owners ® (NAWBO®) members has found that, while women entrepreneurs are facing the same economic difficulties as other businesses across the country, more than half say they have no plans ...
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APICS announces a new alliance with the American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN)
Thursday February 26, 2009
APICS (The Association for Operations Management) just announced a new alliance with the American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN). APICS, the provider in operations and supply chain management education and certification, will join ALAN ...
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NABE Panel: Recession to end in second half of '09; Above-trend growth in 2010 February 2009
Thursday February 26, 2009
Could the end be in sight for the end of the current recession? According to a recent member survey conducted by the National Association for Business Economics it just might be. Here is a summary of the results from that survey: "The ...
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| Wednesday February 25, 2009 |
Equipment Leasing and Finance Association's Survey of Economic Activity: Monthly Leasing and Finance Index
New business volume declines year-over-year
Wednesday February 25, 2009
The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association's (ELFA) Monthly Leasing and Finance Index (MLFI-25 ), which reports economic activity for the $650 billion equipment finance sector, showed overall new business volume for January declined by 23.7 ...
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| Tuesday February 24, 2009 |
Found: Oldest working Mitsubishi forklift truck in America
Tuesday February 24, 2009
Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks has announced the winner of its "Keeps on Running" contest, a competition that invited customers to show how their Mitsubishi forklift truck has withstood the test of time. The winning forklift is a 1982 ...
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New withholding tables now available from the IRS
Most workers will see bigger paychecks this Spring
Tuesday February 24, 2009
The Internal Revenue Service today released new withholding tables that will result in more take-home pay this spring for millions of American workers. The new tables incorporate the new Making Work Pay credit, one of the key tax provisions included ...
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Herkules' Lift Systems are utilized by NASA for the Ares I-X Constellation program
Tuesday February 24, 2009
Herkules Equipment Corporation worked closely with United Space Alliance (USA) for the upcoming Ares I-X mission by customizing a lift system that enabled rocket engineers to securely load 2400 pound parachutes into a booster rocket. Herkules' ...
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Material Handling Wholesaler updates look of weekly e-newsletter
Monday February 23, 2009
This month Material Handling Wholesaler changed the design of their weekly e-newsletter to compliment the new look of their website which took place last October. "It has a very clean and fresh design that reflects the look ...
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Flinchbaugh Engineering receives award from Caterpillar
Company credits its lean manufacturing outsourcing solution
Monday February 23, 2009
After two years of dedicated teamwork and continuous improvement, Flinchbaugh Engineering has been formally recognized in an award ceremony at Caterpillar Global Purchasing in Peoria, Ill. Flinchbaugh executives Rob Campbell, vice president business ...
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Prescribed pot compromises safety: What can employers do?
Fred Hosier, Safety News Alert 2/23/2009
Monday February 23, 2009
Imagine this: One of your employees is on pain medication that could compromise his safety and productivity, as well as that of co-workers. But, because of state law, you have to accommodate the employee. Not only that, but federal law says the pain ...
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Crown and Jefferds Corporation: Venue case' ends in verdict for companies
Justin Anderson West Virginia Record Kanawha Bureau
Friday February 20, 2009
A West Virginia case that reached the United States Supreme Court and prompted state lawmakers to change the law restricting out-of-state plaintiffs to sue here has ended with a verdict in favor of the defendants. In 2004, Jeremiah "Bart" ...
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| Thursday February 19, 2009 |
AeroVironment introduces PosiCharge™ Total Power Solution (ToPS)
Motive Power Solution combines leading Fast Charge System with batteries and services for a complete turnkey approach to power management for multi-shift operations
Thursday February 19, 2009
AeroVironment, Inc. (AV) has announced that it has introduced a new, turnkey program for delivering the benefits of its PosiCharge ™ solution to customers operating electric material handling fleets in multi-shift operations. The ...
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SBA warns of fraudulent attempts to obtain bank account information from small businesses
Thursday February 19, 2009
The U.S. Small Business Administration issued a scam alert today to small businesses, warning them not to respond to letters falsely claiming to have been sent by the SBA asking for bank account information in order to qualify them for federal tax ...
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2008 sales growth for PT/MC Distributors and Manufacturers below 2007 levels according to PTDA's Year-End 2008 Market Outlook Report
Thursday February 19, 2009
In releasing 2008 year-end sales data for distributors and manufacturers of power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) products, the Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) reported that U.S. distributors and manufacturers experienced overall ...
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AAR: Freight traffic remains down on U.S. Railroads
Thursday February 19, 2009
U.S. railroads reported that freight volume during the week ended February 14 was once again down in comparison with last year, although it was up from the previous week this year, according to the Association of American Railroads . Carload freight ...
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| Wednesday February 18, 2009 |
MAPI Quarterly Economic Forecast: Recession takes hold
Current downturn rivals 1973-75 in duration/depth as consumption/exports decline; Uncertainty remains, but stimulus package/pent up demand could offer potential growth
Wednesday February 18, 2009
The U.S. economy continues to decline, and any recovery promises to be long and arduous. Yet, assuming businesses and consumers find a way through the painful beginning of 2009, there is potential for improvement in late 2009 and into 2010, according ...
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EPA Administrator Jackson orders review of Key Clean Air Document
Wednesday February 18, 2009
EPA on February 17th granted a petition for reconsideration of a Bush Administration memo regarding the scope of the Clean Air Act. The interpretive memo, put forward by then-EPA Administrator Stephen Johnson in December 2008, addresses when ...
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YRC Worldwide and gifts in Kind International donate charitable shipment to Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Club
Wednesday February 18, 2009
YRC Worldwide and Gifts In Kind International just announced the delivery of $250,000 worth of donated art supplies, learning software and other materials to the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Club operated by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago. ...
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Case marks 40 years making Skid Steers
Wednesday February 18, 2009
This year, Case Construction Equipment celebrates 40 years of manufacturing skid steer loaders, a highly versatile type of construction equipment that has consistently grown in popularity since its inception. The company began producing skid steers ...
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| Tuesday February 17, 2009 |
January Steel, Aluminum shipments in "Unprecedented" decline
Inventories now falling; some stabilization in aluminum orders
Metal Producing and Processing
Tuesday February 17, 2009
North American metals service centers' shipments of steel and aluminum products declined "at unprecedented rates" in January, according to a monthly report by the Metals Service Center Institute shows. MSCI conducts a monthly survey of its ...
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WhiteWave Foods enlists PosiCharge™ /Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A. team to unveil updated environmentally friendly distribution center
Toyota's electric lift trucks and AeroVironment's PosiCharge intelligent fast charging technology optimize productivity, efficiency and environmental sustainability
Tuesday February 17, 2009
AeroVironment , Inc. (AV) has announced that WhiteWave Foods Company has unveiled its updated, environmentally friendly distribution center that now features increased productivity and reduced energy solutions from AV's alliance with Toyota ...
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EnerSys wins Industrial Wastewater Pretreatment award
Tuesday February 17, 2009
EnerSys , a marketer and distributor of industrial batteries, was awarded the Industrial Pretreatment Award by the Kentucky-Tennessee Water Environment Association based in Nashville, TN. The Industrial Pretreatment Award is awarded for outstanding ...
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Terex announces fourth quarter and full year 2008 results and provides 2009 update
Tuesday February 17, 2009
Terex Corporation has announced a net loss for the fourth quarter of 2008 of $421.5 million, or $4.46 per share. The net loss in the fourth quarter includes pre-tax non-cash charges of $459.9 million, or $4.84 per share, for the impairment of goodwill. ...
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Case signs supplier agreement with True Value
Deal could put Case Equipment in more Than 1,000 rental locations
Tuesday February 17, 2009
Case Construction Equipment has announced a supplier agreement with True Value Company. The agreement enables more than 1,000 True Value Rental, Taylor Rental, Just Ask Rental and Grand Rental Station locations across the United States to purchase ...
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Protonex to lauch Soldier-Worn portable power management systems
Tuesday February 17, 2009
Protonex Technology Corporation, a provider of advanced fuel cell power systems for portable, remote and mobile applications, has announced the launch of its soldier-worn power managers, the SPM-611 and SPM-612, which dramatically reduce a soldier's ...
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FCI - BURNDY® products comes to the rescue after ice storm
Monday February 16, 2009
FCI-BURNDY® PRODUCTS a provider of connector solutions to the industrial, energy, application tooling and automotive industries, manufactured 1,100 aluminum distribution splices in just two days, helping utility companies restore power statewide ...
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Bobcat resumes production at North Dakota plant
KXMCTV Minot
Monday February 16, 2009
The worldwide financial slowdown hit North Dakota late last year - when hundreds of workers at Bobcat plants in two cities in the state were laid off. But now, those employees are clocking in again. Workers at Bobcat Company plants in Bismarck ...
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Case marks 40 years making Skid Steers
Monday February 16, 2009
This year, Case Construction Equipment celebrates 40 years of manufacturing skid steer loaders, a highly versatile type of construction equipment that has consistently grown in popularity since its inception. The company began producing skid steers ...
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Inmar CLS to provide Returns Management and Asset Recovery Solutions for Academy Sports & Outdoor
Monday February 16, 2009
Inmar CLS has announced that it will provide comprehensive Returns Management and Asset Recovery Solutions for Academy Sports & Outdoors, one of the nation's largest sporting goods retailers. The company has contracted with Inmar CLS to manage returns ...
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Help new employees grasp the Industrial Distribution business model with Elements of Industrial Distribution
Monday February 16, 2009
A new online training, Elements of Industrial Distribution , is making it easier for employers to train employees or interns on the ins-and-outs of industrial distribution. Developed by the Industrial Careers Pathway® (ICP), the unique online ...
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Industry survey shows new job and cost reduction opportunities emerge as manufacturers contemplate migration back to the U.S.
Increasing costs and other challenges dampen enthusiasm for off-shore manufacturing.
Monday February 16, 2009
Archstone Consulting , management strategy and operations consultancy, has announced a new study showing that companies are contemplating the re-establishment of manufacturing domestically, amid rising costs and other strategic challenges within ...
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SOLIDEAL tracking productivity and endurance
Monday February 16, 2009
SOLIDEAL has announced that its LifeMaster Over-the-Tire Rubber Track was named one of the top innovative products for the construction industry in 2008 & 2009. Intermat Innovations Award 2009, recently released their nominee list of the industry's ...
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Atlas Material Handling awarded R-Mark certification for welded wire decking
Monday February 16, 2009
Atlas Material Handling Inc., in Schiller Park, IL has announced that it has earned R-Mark certification from the Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) for welded wire decking. R-Mark certification for welded wire decking is achieved by approved ...
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Aleris International U.S. operations file for Chapter 11 to address business and financial challenges
All facilities open, normal operations continue.
Friday February 13, 2009
Aleris International, Inc., a global provider in aluminum rolled products, extrusions and recycling, announced today that it and its wholly-owned U.S. subsidiaries have filed petitions for voluntary reorganization under Chapter 11 of the U.S. ...
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Jungheinrich reaches agreement with Equipment Depot of Ohio
Friday February 13, 2009
Jungheinrich Lift Truck Corp. has reached an agreement with Equipment Depot of Ohio to further expand its dealership network in North America. Jungheinrich will complete a sale of assets and the virtual relocation of its factory store in Cincinnati ...
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| Thursday February 12, 2009 |
Caterpillar CEO says more layoffs likely
David Mercer, Associated Press Writer
Thursday February 12, 2009
East Peoria, IL (AP) Caterpillar Inc. Chief Executive Jim Owens says the heavy equipment maker will probably have to lay off more employees before it starts thinking about rehiring. Speaking after a town hall meeting with President Barack Obama in ...
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Freight traffic off on U.S. Railroads
Thursday February 12, 2009
Freight traffic on U.S. railroads during the week ended February 7 was off again in comparison with last year, although up slightly from the previous week this year, the Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported today. Carload freight totaled ...
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dhf Intralogistik publishes Forklift Manufacturers World Ranking Lists for 2007/08
dhf Intralogistik
Thursday February 12, 2009
dhf Intralogistik published their annual World ranking list in their December 2008 issue. EP Equipment was added to the list which is number 24 with 25,000 units old. Toyota remains at number 1. A total of 39 were on the list this ...
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| Wednesday February 11, 2009 |
Grainger reports January 2009 revenues and announces future cuts
Wednesday February 11, 2009
Grainger today reported sales results for the month of January, 2009. Daily sales declined 9 percent versus January 2008, primarily the result of weakened demand across all customer end-markets and geographies. Sales were negatively affected by approximately ...
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Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI) fell 2.3 percent in December from November
Wednesday February 11, 2009
The Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI) fell 2.3 percent in December from its November level, falling for the second consecutive month, the U.S. Department of Transportation's Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) reported today ( Table ...
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| Tuesday February 10, 2009 |
East Penn Manufacturing and Nuvera Fuel Cells provide 20 ReadyPower™ units for forklift demonstration
Tuesday February 10, 2009
Update: Nuvera will be updating their website with information on the new product, highlighting some of its key features. To check out the first installment, click here , and check back often for updates! Original Story: East ...
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Abel Womack donates the use of a lift truck to support the Greater Boston Food Bank
Tuesday February 10, 2009
The Greater Boston Food Bank (GBFB) is a non-profit relief agency that distributes millions of pounds of food per year to many agencies serving hungry Americans across eastern Massachusetts. They have almost completed construction of a new 117,000 ...
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As Senate begins final debate on Stimulus, AED continues push against "Buy American"
AEDNews
Tuesday February 10, 2009
The Senate is in the final hours of debate over its version of an economic stimulus bill. This weekend, three Republican moderates - Sens. Arlen Specter (R-PA), Olympia Snowe (R-ME), and Susan Collins (R-ME) - announced that they would vote for the economic ...
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MHIA hosts largest ProMat in event history
Tuesday February 10, 2009
ProMat 2009 featured 729 exhibits covering 305,000 net square feet, representing the largest ProMat in the event's history. The event is the material handling and logistics industry's premier North American trade event and was held January 12-15, ...
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RedPrairie sales and profit momentum continues throughout 2008
Reports nearly $300 million in revenue, over 15 percent year-over-year revenue growth, over 75 new customers, nearly 200 existing customer expansions
Tuesday February 10, 2009
RedPrairie Corporation has announced 2008 revenues of nearly $300 million, revenue growth of over 15 percent, software license bookings growth of over 16 percent, and consistent solid profitability as compared to a record setting 2007. ...
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Retail Container Traffic to fall 11.8 Percent in first half of 2009
Monday February 9, 2009
After ending 2008 down 7.9 percent, cargo volume at the nation's major retail container ports is expected to drop at an even faster pace during the first half of 2009 as the economic recession continues, according to the monthly Port Tracker report ...
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FedEx Express opens new Asia Pacific hub in Guangzhou, China
Becomes largest FedEx Express hub outside of the United States
Monday February 9, 2009
FedEx Express (FedEx), a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. has began operations at its new Asia Pacific hub located at the Baiyun International Airport in Guangzhou, China on Feb. 6, 2009. This hub is now the company's largest outside of the United ...
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Advance registration extended until February 20th for World of Asphalt and AGG1 exhibitions
Strong advance attendee and exhibitor numbers continue; register in advance to save money and time
Friday February 6, 2009
Advance registration has been extended to February 20, 2009 for the upcoming World of Asphalt show and new AGG1 exposition, to help even more attendees save money and valuable time. The co-located shows will be the industry gathering place in 2009 ...
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| Thursday February 5, 2009 |
Barloworld UK lays off staff
Forkliftaction.com newsletter #396
Thursday February 5, 2009
(Berkshire, United Kingdom) Barloworld UK has announced it will cut costs and may reduce staff numbers in response to the decline in the UK economy. However, the company says in a statement that while it looks for ways to reduce costs and wastage, ...
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Rail traffic down sharply in January
Thursday February 5, 2009
U.S. rail carload traffic fell 17.2 percent (221,426 carloads) to 1,067,548 carloads in the first four weeks of 2009 compared with the first four weeks of 2008, the Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported today. U.S. rail intermodal ...
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Terex Corporation updates guidance for 2008
Announces conference call on 2008 results
Tuesday February 3, 2009
Terex Corporation announced that it expects its earnings for 2008 to be approximately 5% below the low end of its previous full year guidance of between $5.69 and $5.79 per fully diluted share. This revised guidance excludes charges associated with ...
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MHEDA co-sponsoring University of Industrial Distribution
Tuesday February 3, 2009
The Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA) is co-sponsoring the University of Industrial Distribution Conference with Association Education Alliance and over thirty other industrial distribution professional associations. ...
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Donations to the PTDA Foundation reach new heights
Tuesday February 3, 2009
The PTDA Foundation set a new benchmark with its 2008 fund drive, raising $315,259, a 24 percent increase over the 2007 effort. A 38 percent increase in gifts of $5,000 or more coupled with 26 first-time donors fueled the fund drive's success ...
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PTDA members express cautious optimism in face of recession
Tuesday February 3, 2009
Members of the Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) aren't alone in wishing for a crystal ball to predict the recovery of the world economy. The mixed results of the most recent PTDA 2009 Member Forecast Survey underscore the uncertainty ...
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Top sales managers of 2008 named by Clark
Monday February 2, 2009
Clark Material Handling Company has announced the recipients of its top sales managers awards of the year. Managers who achieved product sales over their individual marketing plans were recipients of the Top Sales Managers award. "These ...
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Clark recognizes top dealers of 2008
Monday February 2, 2009
Clark Material Handling Company has announced the recipients of its prestigious top dealership awards. The "Dealer of Excellence" and "Dealer of Distinction" awards are yearly accolades that honor the dedication and accomplishments ...
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Appeals court upholds Crown forklift verdict
Friday January 30, 2009
BOSTON (AP) - The 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld a verdict against the manufacturer of a forklift on which a Maine man was killed five years ago. A Maine jury ordered Crown Equipment to pay $4.2 million to the widow of a man who suffocated ...
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YRC Worldwide completes first phase of financing transaction
Receives $101 million of cash proceeds
Friday January 30, 2009
YRC Worldwide Inc. announced today that it has closed the first part of the sale and financing leaseback transaction from a contract with NATMI Truck Terminals, LLC ("NATMI") entered on December 19, 2008. The company received approximately ...
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Encourage employees to take earplugs home
Friday January 30, 2009
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires employers to provide hearing protection for workers exposed to hazardous noise. Best practice has shown that providing a good variety of hearing protectors improves compliance. But ...
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CAT cuts another 2,100 jobs
Kerry E. Grace, Dow Jones Newswires
Friday January 30, 2009
Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) said it would cut 2,110 more workers at three manufacturing plants in Illinois beginning April 13 as the heavy-machinery maker looks to bring production in line with demand. The layoffs are in addition to the 20,000 job cuts ...
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| Thursday January 29, 2009 |
FKI Logistex wins multimillion dollar contract with Gordon Food Service
Automated material handling system for new multi-temperature distribution center in Kenosha, WI marks second installation in ongoing partnership
Thursday January 29, 2009
FKI Logistex®, a provider in integrated material handling solutions, has announced that it has won a multimillion dollar contract, in excess of $10M, with broadline foodservice distributor Gordon Food Service (GFS). FKI Logistex will provide ...
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YRC driver Arthur Cage reaches safety milestone of 5 Million accident-free miles
Thursday January 29, 2009
YRC Inc., a subsidiary of YRC Worldwide Inc., announced that professional driver Arthur Cage has achieved the elite status of driving 5 million accident-free miles, making him the only driver in the history of the company to achieve this accomplishment. ...
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Down week for Freight Traffic on U.S. Railroads
Thursday January 29, 2009
Freight traffic on U.S. railroads continued to trend downward during the third week of 2009, the Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported today. Carload freight totaled 267,634 cars, down 14.6 percent from the comparison week in 2008, ...
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November 2008 Surface Trade with Canada and Mexico Fell 13.8 percent from November 2007
Thursday January 29, 2009
The value of trade using surface transportation between the United States and its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners Canada and Mexico was 13.8 percent lower in November 2008 than in November 2007, dropping to $60.7 billion, the biggest ...
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UPM Raflatac joins the University of Arkansas RFID Research Center
Thursday January 29, 2009
UPM Raflatac has announced that it has been invited to join the advisory board of the University of Arkansas RFID Research Center, an academic laboratory conducting seminal research on the use of RFID in inventory management. Working closely with ...
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| Wednesday January 28, 2009 |
U.S. Steel, AK Steel forecast grim 1st quarter
Daniel Lovering, AP Manufacturing Writer
Wednesday January 28, 2009
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Two steel makers are forecasting a grim first quarter as the recession slows demand for everything from washing machines to SUVs, suggesting that more plant shutdowns and job cuts could be on the way. U.S. Steel and AK Steel ...
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VICS, GS1 Canada and GS1 US launch Empty Miles Service
New system saves money and the environment
Wednesday January 28, 2009
The Voluntary Interindustry Commerce Solutions (VICS) Association , GS1 Canada and GS1 US are launching a new solution to optimize truck transportation by reducing the number of trailers traveling without loads throughout the continent. The Empty ...
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AEM President sends support for the H.R. 1 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to the House
AEM cautions representatives to avoid tacking on "misguided provisions that would restrict trade or create protectionist policies
Wednesday January 28, 2009
Dennis Slater, President of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), has sent a letter to the U.S. House of Representatives urging them to support the H.R. 1 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 "to jump start our economy and ...
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NRF forecasts 0.5% decline in retail sales for 2009
Deep recession should finally give way to second half growth
Tuesday January 27, 2009
The National Retail Federation released its 2009 economic forecast today, projecting retail industry sales (which exclude automobiles, gas stations, and restaurants) will decrease 0.5% from last year. According to its quarterly Retail Sales Outlook ...
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Navistar to close Indianapolis engine plant, foundry
Tuesday January 27, 2009
Navistar International Corporation will close its Indianapolis engine plant and Indianapolis Casting Corporation (ICC) foundry as a result of changes in its business relationship with Ford Motor Company, the facilities' primary customer. Ford and ...
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Treasury Secretary opens term opens with new rules to bolster transparency, limit
Tuesday January 27, 2009
In light of President Barack Obama's firm commitment to transparency, accountability and oversight in our government's approach to stabilizing the financial system, U.S. Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner today announced several key reforms to the Emergency ...
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AEM announces 2009 education programs
Sessions offer practical, industry focused strategies
Tuesday January 27, 2009
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has set its 2009 schedule of face-to-face educational seminars designed for off-road equipment manufacturing industry professionals. AEM seminars deliver practical business strategies and tactics to ...
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Nucor reports record results for 2008
Tuesday January 27, 2009
Nucor Corporation announced on January 27, 2009 that their full year 2008 consolidated net earnings of a record $1.83 billion ($5.98 per diluted share), compared with net earnings of $1.47 billion ($4.94 per diluted share) in 2007. Nucor's ...
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JLG announces more layoffs
www.liftandaccess.com
Tuesday January 27, 2009
JLG Industries in McConnellsburg, Pa., has announced its fourth round of layoffs since July 2008. This time, approximately 100 white-collar positions globally will be eliminated, according to Kirsten Skyba, vice president of global marketing. This brings ...
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Caterpillar reports record sales and revenues and profit per share for 2008. CAT is taking assertive action to respond to the global recession by cutting 20,000 jobs and a lower outlook for 2009
Monday January 26, 2009
Caterpillar Inc . has announced on January 26th record sales and revenues of $51.324 billion for 2008, up 14 percent from 2007. Profit per share was $5.66, up 5 percent and profit after tax of $3.557 billion was about flat with 2007. The ...
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RMI announces Software Integration with Yale Materials Handling Corporation®
Monday January 26, 2009
RMI Corporation has announced the release of a seamless integration to the Yale Materials Handling Corporation ® back end software system. This integration is designed to be used by Yale® dealers also utilizing RMI's ADVANTAGE ...
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Citizen ID Forum 2009:Agenda of the Global eID Summit announced
Monday January 26, 2009
Wise Media, organizer of the ID WORLD International Congress, presented the conference agenda for the Citizen ID Forum 2009 today during a press conference held at the Emirates Identity Authority Central Operations. The Citizen ID Forum, the global ...
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W.E. Johnson celebrates 50 years of Golden Service
Friday January 23, 2009
W.E. Johnson , a South Florida supplier of material handling equipment, announced today that it will be celebrating its 50 year anniversary. Founded in 1958, W.E. Johnson began as a distributor of Clark forklifts and the company has grown to include ...
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Magnetek, Inc. announces the release of the New Sway Control System (SCS) Series 2
Friday January 23, 2009
Magnetek, Inc. has announced the release of its new Sway Control System (SCS) Series 2 ™ for the material handling industry. This custom software can be embedded in the Company's IMPULSE ® •G+ Series 3 variable frequency drives for ...
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Production suspension extended at Bobcat’s Gwinner, Bismarck manufacturing facilities
Friday January 23, 2009
Bobcat Company has announced that it will extend the production suspension at its manufacturing facilities in Gwinner and Bismarck, N.D. Operations at both facilities will resume on Monday, Feb. 16, 2009. The original date for resumption of operations ...
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| Thursday January 22, 2009 |
FedEx named among FORTUNE magazine's 2009
Thursday January 22, 2009
FedEx Corp . has once again been named to FORTUNE magazine's list of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" in the United States in 2009. The company is ranked 90th overall and was recognized specifically for the way, "CEO Fred Smith ...
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Positive momentum for attendance, exhibitor numbers for upcoming World of Asphalt and AGG1 exhibitions
New Product & Technology Program a highlight of March shows
Thursday January 22, 2009
Savvy industry professionals looking to get an edge up on their competition and prepare for the future economic upturn will be at the upcoming World of Asphalt Show and Conference and co-located AGG1 Aggregates Forum & Expo March 9-12, 2009 at the ...
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| Wednesday January 21, 2009 |
MATTECH 2009: The next material handling show in the United States
Wednesday January 21, 2009
With ProMat 2009 behind us it's time to look forward to the next material handling show in the United States. MATTECH 2009 in Miami Beach, FL on August 5th and 6th at the Miami Beach Convention Center. This is the second year for MATTECH which ...
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IMTS announces new registration and lead retrieval services partner
Wednesday January 21, 2009
Show management for IMTS - The International Manufacturing Technology Show has announced Convention Data Services (CDS) as the new partner who will provide attendee registration and exhibitor lead retrieval services for IMTS 2010. CDS provides ...
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2009 will be the toughest test yet for the container industry
Wednesday January 21, 2009
Drewry Shipping Consultants , the world's leading maritime consultants, in its latest Container Forecast.' Concludes that 2009 will be the toughest test yet for the Container industry and further casualties are a real possibility. Hardly shock news ...
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Japan's crude steel output tumbles
Manufacturing.Net
Wednesday January 21, 2009
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's crude steel production in December plunged 27.9 percent from a year earlier to 7.48 million tons, posting the steepest fall since comparable data became available in January 1949, an industry body said Wednesday. The nation's ...
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MHEDA plans 2009 annual Convention in Palm Desert, California
Early bird deadline is February 2nd
Tuesday January 20, 2009
The Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA) will present its 54 th Annual Convention, May 2-6, 2009 at the JW Marriott Desert Springs in Palm Desert, California. The Convention provides material handling equipment professionals ...
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Wholesaler celebrates 30th year with special supplement
Everyone is invited to be part of this exciting project
Tuesday January 20, 2009
Material Handling Wholesaler has entered its 30th year in publishing on January 1st. In 1979, Tom Wardian published an industry newspaper to over 6,000 subscribers throughout the United States. Today, Material Handling Wholesaler is published ...
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MECALUX signs contract for acquisition of Interlake assets
Sunday January 18, 2009
Mecalux, via its subsidiaries Mecalux USA Inc and Mecalux México S.A. de C.V., has signed a contract with UFC Interlake Holding Co., United Fixtures Company, Inc., Interlake Material Handling, Inc. and Conco-Tellus Inc. for the possible ...
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CEMA reports booked orders down in November
Friday January 16, 2009
The Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association reported that its November 2008 Booked Orders Index was 94 down 40 points or a decrease of 30% from October 2008's Index of 134 (1990=100). The November 2008 Index represents a decrease of 38% from the ...
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Octopuss 44 climbs the Chicago Trump Tower
Friday January 16, 2009
Oil&Steel sold an Octopuss 44 to Liftworks Inc ., a rental company in Chicago run by Mr. Marty Starck, which has rented it to Permasteelisa , a primary International group specialized in the construction of prestigious architectural elements. ...
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Fuel Systems Solutions enters a definitive agreement to acquire Distribuidora Shopping S.A. for $22 Million
Friday January 16, 2009
Fuel Systems Solutions, Inc . has announced that its Italian operating subsidiary, MTM S.r.L., signed an agreement to acquire Distribuidora Shopping S.A. (DS), a privately held manufacturer of components and systems for the compressed natural gas (CNG) ...
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Crown introduces the new integrated approach to data/fleet management called Insite
Friday January 16, 2009
Globally, the material handling industry is under pressure to improve productivity and reduce costs. Like never before, Crown Equipment Corporation sees this as an opportunity to work more closely with customers to define and develop customized systems ...
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Toyota is highest ranking manufacturer overall and top in product quality in industry lift truck study
Friday January 16, 2009
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU) is pleased to announce that Toyota achieved the highest ranking of any manufacturer overall and topped the Product Quality category in Modern Materials Handling's inaugural Lift Truck Customer Satisfaction ...
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H&E Equipment Services, Inc. appointed new Doosan dealer in Oklahoma
Friday January 16, 2009
H&E Equipment Services, Inc. (H&E) has been appointed as the new authorized Doosan dealer for excavators & wheel loaders for the state of Oklahoma. Commenting on this appointment, Bobby Slay, Vice President of Earthmoving Sales at H&E ...
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K-Tec named a Weatherhead 100 company
Friday January 16, 2009
Kinetic Technologies dba K-Tec has been named to the Weatherhead 100 list, a list of the top-growth companies in Northeast Ohio based on sales from 2003 through 2007. Companies on this list must have had sales of more than $100,000 in 2003 and ...
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ALL Erection & Crane Rental Corp. moves to new office building
Friday January 16, 2009
ALL Erection & Crane Rental Corp. has moved its corporate headquarters offices to a new building at 4700 Acorn Drive in Independence (Cleveland), Ohio, just a few miles up the road from its former headquarters at 7809 Old Rockside Road. The company's ...
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| Thursday January 15, 2009 |
Interlake files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Annabelle Robertson, The ITem.com
Thursday January 15, 2009
Interlake Material Handling Division filed for protection under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code early last week. According to Plant Manager Victor Jones, the filing was a pre-emptive measure which will allow the company to restructure. ...
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PT/MC Distributors experience tough November with double-digit drop in sales according to PTDA's November 2008 Market Outlook Report
Thursday January 15, 2009
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) today released November 2008 month-end trend data for distributors and manufacturers of power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) products. In November 2008, U.S. distributors' overall sales ...
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The Manitou "M" series: Tier III compliant
Thursday January 15, 2009
The versatile Manitou M Series 6,000, 8,000, and 10,000 lb. capacities rough terrain masted forklifts have begun tier III production. Users still have the option of two or four wheel drive; torque convertor or hydrostatic transmission; open, semi ...
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Wilcon Builders' Supply signs software deal with Lawson
Philippine-based home building and construction supplier sees IT investment as a long-term strategy to support growth
Thursday January 15, 2009
Lawson Software today announced that Wilcon Builders' Supply signed a contract to implement the Lawson M3 Enterprise Management System to help support the company's business and distribution operations. The Philippines-based company signed the contract ...
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PTDA lauches the next generation of product training with PT Interactive Online
Thursday January 15, 2009
Even in the toughest economic times, there is one investment that always provides positive returns-training for your employees. A knowledgeable and skilled staff improves your competitive advantage by meeting your customers' growing demands for ...
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Terex will not proceed with planned purchase of Italian port equipment manufacturer Fantuzzi Industries
Thursday January 15, 2009
Terex has announced it will not proceed with its planned purchase of Italian port equipment manufacturer Fantuzzi Industries. According to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Terex has terminated its agreement with Fantuzzi because of ...
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Crown to offer Internal Combustion Lift Truck brand under the name Hamech
Thursday January 15, 2009
In a move that will allow Crown-owned dealers to offer a single brand of internal combustion lift truck products and a consistent level of aftermarket support, Crown Equipment Corporation has entered into a branding agreement with Komatsu Forklift ...
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| Wednesday January 14, 2009 |
Metrolift announces purchase of custom hybrid lifts
Leading independent equipment rental company adds specialized equipment in response to customer demand and round out rental inventory
Wednesday January 14, 2009
Metrolift, Inc ., an independently owned, full service provider of aerial lift equipment and services announced today the addition of Custom Hybrid Lifts to address growing market demand for smaller equipment that carries a lower occupied floor pressure. ...
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FKI Logistex unveils NetLokTM Secure Remote Access System at ProMat 2009
Package sets industry standard for supply chain data security
Wednesday January 14, 2009
FKI Logistex ® , a provider in integrated material handling solutions, has released NetLok TM , a secure information infrastructure for remote connectivity. The announcement was made by Steve Ackerman, president, FKI Logistex North America, ...
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Six YRC Worldwide drivers named to America's Road Team
Wednesday January 14, 2009
YRC Worldwide Inc. just announced that two Yellow Transportation drivers and four Roadway drivers have been selected to serve as America's Road Team Captains by the American Trucking Associations (ATA). For the next two years, Yellow Transportation ...
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2008 U.S. Rail Freight Traffic fourth-highest in History, but down sharply in December and the Fourth Quarter
Wednesday January 14, 2009
In 2008, U.S. freight railroads originated 16,572,709 carloads (down 380,885 carloads, or 2.2 percent), while intermodal originations were 11,517,240 trailers and containers (down 509,391 units, or 4.2 percent), the Association of American Railroads ...
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AEM launches 2009 "Construction Challenge" student competition
Teens introduced to industry career opportunities as federal government focuses on infrastructure investment
Wednesday January 14, 2009
Unemployment is worse than it's been in years, but in the not-too-distant future, construction companies could be seeking well-trained and motivated workers to fill the millions of jobs related to the manufacture and use of construction and other off-road ...
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Next View announces Cross-Platform Integration
Integration with third party supply chain applications enhances value to clients
Tuesday January 13, 2009
Next View Software, just announced that it has released the latest version of Next View Live ™ which included enhanced cross-platform integration capabilities. "Next View Software is constantly looking for ways to increase the value of ...
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Cummins announces further workforce reductions in response to global recession
Officers' pay cut by 10 percent for 2009
Tuesday January 13, 2009
Cummins Inc. announced on January 13th that it will reduce its permanent professional workforce worldwide by at least 800 employees by the end of February and freeze salaries for the year. As part of the latest reductions, the Company will ...
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M/A-COM Technology Solutions announes new advancement in senso-based RFID Forklift Systems
RFID Forklift System, powered by the Impinj Speedway® Reader, promises to improve material handling and inventory management operations
Tuesday January 13, 2009
M/A-COM Technology Solutions, Inc ., a provider of innovative microwave and RF design solutions and products, today announced the introduction of the company's new sensor-based RFID Forklift System. The RFID Forklift System automatically records an ...
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Toyota debuts Prius-inspired hybrid lift truck
Lift truck harnesses IC and electric technology of best-selling hybrid passenger vehicle
Monday January 12, 2009
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc . (TMHU) debut its hybrid concept lift truck to North America at ProMat 2009 in Chicago, Ill. The concept lift truck, which utilizes much of the Toyota hybrid technology used in the Toyota Prius, was developed ...
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MAPI Quarterly Report: Strength of downward forces makes for bleak global growth forecast
Monday January 12, 2009
As the United States remains the epicenter of the global economic crisis, a shell-shocked world begins a new year with a somber outlook, according to a new report. In the MAPI Quarterly Forecast of U.S. Exports, Global Growth, and the Dollar: First ...
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Grainger inspires next generation of Engineers as Gold Supplier of the FIRST Robotics Competition
Friday January 9, 2009
Grainger announced today that it is joining forces with FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology), a not-for-profit organization founded by inventor Dean Kamen to inspire young people's interest and participation in science and ...
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AK Steel starts salaried worker lay-offs
Friday January 9, 2009
Steelmaker says it must "size workforce" to match falling demand AK Steel, one of North America's largest flat-rolled steelmakers, has begun to lay off salaried employees because of ongoing economic decline. The Ohio-based company says its ...
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Wesley International unveils 8,000 lb. tugger at ProMat 2009
Friday January 9, 2009
Wesley International, America's premier manufacturer of special-design pallet trucks and electric utility vehicles, will unveil its new 8,000 lb. tow vehicle at ProMat 09. "We're not releasing any details about the vehicle at this time. Everyone ...
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ECOtality's eTec launches new Minit-Charger FC fast-charger
eTec's Minit-Charger "FC" model is the most compact system in its class
Friday January 9, 2009
Electric Transportation Engineering Corporation (eTec), a wholly owned subsidiary of ECOtality, Inc. (OTCBB: ETLY), a provider in clean electric transportation and storage technologies, has announced the launch of the new Minit-Charger FC battery ...
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This simple reminder can encourage employees to recycle
Friday January 9, 2009
AwarenessIDEAS, a division of Flexi Display, has come up with a simple e-mail able gif that certainly makes it true "that a picture can be worth a thousand words". They have a cute BEE cartoon character that is picking up an aluminum can in ...
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Teamsters overwhelmingly vote 'Yes' to modify current contract with YRC Worldwide
Company estimates annual cost savings of $220-$250 million - Modifications to provide long-term benefits for the company
Thursday January 8, 2009
YRC Worldwide Inc. announced on Thursday, January 8, 2009 that its union employees represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters have voted overwhelmingly to modify the current labor agreements for the company's Yellow Transportation, ...
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Magnetek, Inc. launches new DriveMD™ Comprehensive Drive Repair and Recertification Program
Thursday January 8, 2009
Magnetek, Inc., a designer and manufacturer of power control and delivery systems for the overhead material handling industry has announced the launch of its new drive repair and recertification program, DriveMD. The program is designed ...
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RedPrairie percentage revenue growth named highest among top 10 vendors by leading independent advisory firm
Thursday January 8, 2009
AMR Research just announced that with 24 percent revenue growth, RedPrairie Corporation , a leading consumer-driven optimization company, helped by the previous year's acquisitions and international expansion, had the highest percentage of revenue ...
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ThingMagic RFID engine drives Ford and DEWALT Tool link demo during BCS Football Championship Game
First national TV exposure of RFID consumer application for asset tracking
Thursday January 8, 2009
ThingMagic, Inc. , a developer of radio frequency identification (RFID) technology, today announced Ford Motor Company will showcase the companies' RFID application during tonight's Bowl Championship Series (BCS) national championship game. ...
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PTDA Canadian Conference to bring new focus on trends in Canadian Industrial Markets
Thursday January 8, 2009
In times of uncertainty, you need as much information as you can get to make sure your strategies and decisions will keep your company moving forward. As the premier association for the power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) industry, the Power ...
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Papé acquires Bobcat dealerships in Nevada and Oregon
Thursday January 8, 2009
The Papé Group , has acquired certain assets of three Bobcat dealerships, which it will add to its Bobcat West locations. The acquisition includes dealerships in Reno, Nev., Portland, Ore. and Hubbard, Ore. The purchases, which closed December ...
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| Wednesday January 7, 2009 |
Alcoa slashes jobs and streamlines expenses to reflect challenging economy
Wednesday January 7, 2009
Alcoa on January 6th detailed a series of specific actions to conserve cash, reduce costs and strengthen the Company's competitiveness during the current economic downturn. Building on the Company's commitment from October, these actions address ...
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FedEx office survey finds almost half of full-time workers in the United States believe Work/Life Balance will be even more critical in 2009
Most determined to pursue better balance in the new year
Wednesday January 7, 2009
FedEx Office , an operating company of FedEx Corp. has released the results of its national "Finding Better Balance" survey , a pulse check on full-time, U.S. workers' views towards work/life balance moving into the new year. ...
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IFCO SYSTEMS reaches a civil non-prosecution agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice regarding the ICE investigation
Tuesday January 6, 2009
IFCO Systems N.V. ("IFCO") announced on December 19, 2008 that its subsidiary IFCO Systems North America, Inc. ("IFCO Systems N.A.") has reached a non-prosecution agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice. The agreement ...
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SI Systems introduces Simon AGC
Tuesday January 6, 2009
SI SYSTEMS and Auto-Craft signed a multi-year agreement giving SI SYSTEMS rights to the SImon cart and its state of the art technology. SI SYSTEMS announced on January 6, 2009 the introduction of SImon, (SI Mobile Onboard Navigation) an Automated ...
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Fuel Systems Solutions to launch U.S. Automotive Alternative Fuel Division in first quarter 2009
U.S. Subsidiary, IMPCO Technologies, to manufacture EPA-Certified North American Bi-Fuel Injection Systems Cleaner Burning Technology converts gasoline vehicles to run on natural gas or propane fuels
Tuesday January 6, 2009
Fuel Systems Solutions , Inc. will begin manufacturing its innovative alternative fuel solutions for the North American transportation market during the first quarter of 2009 at its U.S. subsidiary, IMPCO Technologies, Inc ., which has been serving ...
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Mecalux to buy Interlake
Sheila Shelton, Pontiac Daily Leader
Monday January 5, 2009
It was good news this morning for employees of Interlake Handling Inc. of Pontiac. "Our plant manager, Ron Bakos, announced at an 8 a.m. meeting that United Fixtures Inc. (which owns Interlake) is being purchased ...
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Action Rent All acquires Eddie Rents
Monday January 5, 2009
Action Rent All, Cartersville, Ga., recently acquired Eddie Rents , based in Rome, Ga., with a branch in Cedartown, Ga. Action, owned by Steve and Ann Sheffield, has taken over the operation of Eddie, with no disruption in service, owners said. Action ...
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Caterpillar bringing new plant to Arkansas
Caterpillar bringing new road grader production plant to Arkansas
Chuck Bartels, AP Business Writer
Monday January 5, 2009
Caterpillar Inc. is to spend $140 million and hire 600 workers for a new road grader plant in North Little Rock -- an announcement Monday that marked yet another new employer coming to central Arkansas. This year, the state has had its share of layoffs ...
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World Steel Assocation: World crude steel production down 19% from last November 2007
Friday January 2, 2009
World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 89 million metric tons (mmt) in November. This is 19% lower than the same month last year. Total world crude steel production was 1,224.6 mmt ...
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Manufacturing hits 28 year low
Friday January 2, 2009
Manufacturing activity fell more than expected in December, hitting the lowest reading in 28 years as new orders and employment continue to decline. The Institute for Supply Management, a trade group of purchasing executives, said on Friday, ...
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| Wednesday December 31, 2008 |
In latest blow to Pontiac, Interlake likely to close plant in 2009
Tony Sapochetti
Wednesday December 31, 2008
One of Pontiac's larger employers likely will close this winter, leaving more than 260 people out of work. The Interlake Material Handling plant is expected to close in March, a victim of declining business and the inability to secure additional ...
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| Tuesday December 30, 2008 |
MHEDA announces 2009 educational calendar
Tuesday December 30, 2008
The Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA) will be offering a variety of industry specific training opportunities in 2009. Education programs are available in a variety of formats including live events, webinars, podcasts, ...
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| Tuesday December 23, 2008 |
Equipment Leasing and Finance Association's Survey of Economic Activity: Monthly Leasing and Finance Index
November originations decreased 33% from October; Year-to-date New Business volume down only 2.1% from 2007
Tuesday December 23, 2008
The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association's (ELFA) Monthly Leasing and Finance Index (MLFI-25 ), which reports economic activity for the $650 billion equipment finance sector, showed overall new business volume for November decreased 33.1 ...
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Flying J files to reorganize under Chapter 11
All operations are open and conducting business as usual. Filing will allow company to address near-term liquidity pressures
Tuesday December 23, 2008
Flying J Inc. on Monday, December 22nd announced that the Company and certain of its subsidiaries have filed voluntary petitions to reorganize under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in the United States Bankruptcy Court in Delaware. ...
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2008 Truckers for Troops Telethon raises $10k more than last year
Tuesday December 23, 2008
In such a challenged trucking economy, who thought the 2008 Truckers for Troops Telethon would exceed the incredible efforts of 2007? But the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association has announced the results for the Truckers for Troops Telethon ...
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Caterpillar announces cost cutting measures in response to economic uncertainty
Monday December 22, 2008
Citing the continued deterioration of conditions in many of the markets its customers serve and on-going uncertainty in credit and financial markets, Caterpillar Inc . on December 22nd announced cost cutting steps including significant compensation ...
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FRA begins development of positive train control regulations
New rules will support implementation of technology to prevent train collisions
Monday December 22, 2008
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is moving forward with developing new rules that prescribe how railroads should implement Positive Train Control (PTC) systems to prevent train-to-train collisions, announced FRA Acting Administrator Clifford ...
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2008: A year of remarkable achievements and innovations for KSW Microtec
Friday December 19, 2008
KSW Microtec AG , one of the world's leading suppliers of RFID components, has sustained a remarkable year that saw the release of a host of innovative RFID-based products, including the optimized RFID-based VarioSens® label, the industry's first ...
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Caterpillar announces indefinite layoffs for production employees at its Mossville, Illinois Engine Assembly facility
Friday December 19, 2008
Caterpillar Inc. on December 18th notified 814 production employees at its Mossville, Illinois engine assembly facility that the company would indefinitely lay off those employees. In recent months, production volumes at the Mossville engine facility ...
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Fuel Systems Solutions enters a definitive agreement to acquire Distribuidora Shopping S.A. for $22 Million
Friday December 19, 2008
Fuel Systems Solutions, Inc. has announced that its Italian operating subsidiary, MTM S.r.L., signed an agreement to acquire Distribuidora Shopping S.A. (DS), a privately held manufacturer of components and systems for the compressed natural gas (CNG) ...
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| Thursday December 18, 2008 |
Basic Rental Service, Inc. acquires two Austin, Texas based rental companies
Thursday December 18, 2008
On December 18, 2008, Basic Rental Service, Inc. has acquired the assets of American Rental Service, Inc. (American) and its sister company, A to Z Rental Limited, LP (A to Z). Both companies rent contractor and homeowner equipment. Hageman, ...
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Minimizing job losses and protecting FedEx for the long-term
Fred Smith
Thursday December 18, 2008
A statement from Frederick W. Smith, Chairman and CEO of FedEx. Today FedEx announced earnings for the second quarter of our fiscal year 2009. As you can see from that announcement, we face serious economic challenges and must take immediate steps ...
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Special Santa skylanes mean no delay for Santa's sleigh
Thursday December 18, 2008
Santa Claus will enjoy special express lanes in the skies over the United States to help him make speedy deliveries to good girls and boys on Christmas Eve, U.S. Transportation Secretary Mary E. Peters announced on December 18th. By using the special ...
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Kiva Systems' customer Zappos.com named to IDG's 2008 InfoWorld 100 list
Award recognizes implementation of Kiva's innovative fulfillment technology as one of ‘Best IT Projects in 2008'
Thursday December 18, 2008
Kiva Systems , a developer of breakthrough robotic solutions for automating distribution centers, today announced that Zappos.com has been named a 2008 InfoWorld 100 winner . This award was a result of Zappos.com 's deployment of the Kiva Mobile ...
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Traction drive inverter gets converted to a $3 million order for OZTEK from DesignLine International
Thursday December 18, 2008
OZTEK Corporation , a provider in developing and manufacturing technologically advanced inverter, DC/DC, and motor drive controls, announced that it has received a $3 million, 150 unit order for Twin Drive units to be deployed in the ECOSaver ...
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Major pharmacy retailer signs with Miner Fleet for maintenance of nearly 7,000 stores
Contract adds yet another Fortune 100 firm to customer roster of International facilities maintenance support company
Thursday December 18, 2008
One of the nation's largest pharmacy retailers has signed a multi-year contract with Miner Fleet Management Group , substantially increasing the number of sites the leading international facilities maintenance support company services. The deal adds ...
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| Wednesday December 17, 2008 |
Han-Tek, Inc., passes ISO9001 audit
Wednesday December 17, 2008
Han-Tek, Inc., just announced that they have successfully passed their recent ISO9001 audit through their registrar, Eagle Auditors, to the new revised standard ISO9001:2008. The new standard was released on November 15, 2008. ...
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| Tuesday December 16, 2008 |
Power Packaging raises $26k for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Tuesday December 16, 2008
Power Packaging, an Exel company, recently donated $26,000 to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF). Company associates, vendors and customers raised funds benefiting the NFFF at Power Packaging's 9th annual charity golf outing held on ...
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Associated Material Handling announces opening of new Corporate Headquarters
Tuesday December 16, 2008
Associated Material Handling Industries , Inc. previously based in Carol Stream, Illinois has expanded their presence in the Chicagoland area by building a new state-of-the-art facility at 133 Swift Road in Addison, IL. This 90,000 square foot ...
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Combilift selected Exporter of the Year
Monday December 15, 2008
In November, Combilift was awarded the Irish Exporters Association's overall Exporter of the Year Award after winning the Manufacturing Exporter Award 2008. The Manufacturing Exporter Award is presented in recognition of export achievements of companies ...
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| Thursday December 11, 2008 |
Plug Power to supply more than 200 Gendrive™ fuel cell power units to Central Grocers
Central Grocers invests in environmentally friendly technology to power lift trucks at new distribution center
Thursday December 11, 2008
Plug Power Inc . just announced that Central Grocers, Inc. has purchased 220 GenDrive TM fuel cell units to power the entire lift truck fleet at their new distribution center. The center is currently under construction in Joliet, Illinois, ...
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| Wednesday December 10, 2008 |
FedEx Express, Modec unveil state-of-the-art electric vehicle
Event launches introduction of 10 vehicles into FedEx UK fleet with goal of reducing vehicle emissions
Wednesday December 10, 2008
FedEx Express, and Modec just unveiled a state-of-the-art electric commercial vehicle, the first of 10 to be added to the FedEx Express fleet for use in the United Kingdom over the next ...
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Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI) rose 1.0 percent in October from September
Wednesday December 10, 2008
The Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI) rose 1.0 percent in October from its September level, rising after two consecutive monthly declines, the U.S. Department of Transportation's Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) reported today ( Table ...
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Independent research company verifies process for Bonal's Weld Distortion Control
Study finds that Meta-Lax® technology, as used during welding achieves weld distortion control for steel, aluminum and stainless steel
Wednesday December 10, 2008
Bonal Technologies, Inc ., a subsidiary of Bonal International, Inc. (otc BONL), recently contracted Applications Technologies Company (ATC), LLC of Columbus, Ohio, to independently investigate using Meta-Lax Weld Conditioning (MLWC) and Pulse ...
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Retail container traffic falls for 16th straight month
Wednesday December 10, 2008
Year-over-year cargo volume at the nation's major retail container ports fell for the 16th straight month in November, leaving 2008 on track to be the slowest year since 2004 as the U.S. economic downturn continues, according to the monthly Port Tracker ...
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2007 was the second busiest year on record for U.S. railroads
Tuesday December 9, 2008
The year 2007 was the second busiest year on record for U.S. railroads, as both total volume and intermodal traffic were at near record levels according to the Assocation of American Railroads (AAR) The year also saw record industry revenues and ...
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End of era as production switches to new £40 million factory
Tuesday December 9, 2008
The curtain fell on December 4, 2008 on almost 140 years of manufacturing history in Uttoxeter as the final machine to be made at JCB 's Heavy Products factory rolled off the production line. The site on the edge of the town has been linked to manufacturing ...
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Ritchie Brothers announce Japan expansion
Completes the purchase of approximately 16 acres of land near Tokyo, Japan
Tuesday December 9, 2008
Ritchie Bros . has announced that it has completed the purchase of approximately 16 acres of land near Tokyo, Japan, on which it intends to develop a new permanent auction site. This facility will be an important step in the Company's strategy ...
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EXEL lauches multi-client distribution and fulfillment center solution
Tuesday December 9, 2008
Exel , a provider in supply chain management, just announced a new multi-client distribution and fulfillment center solution that provides customers in the technology and aerospace sectors a more scalable and flexible supply chain ...
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FedEx delivers the Joy of Reading to Children in Latin America and the Caribbean this holiday season
Through the implementation of the FedEx Entrega Program, FedEx reinforces its Commitment to Education
Tuesday December 9, 2008
FedEx will deliver more than packages this holiday season. Starting on December 1st, FedEx will be collecting books for children through its FedEx Entrega program to encourage the love of reading and learning in those who have limited or no access ...
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Operation Gratitude” and Buckhorn team up to thank military personnel through care packages
Tuesday December 9, 2008
The season of giving is always in for Operation Gratitude , but never more so than during one of the group's Holiday Drive Assembly Days held November 15, 2008 at the California Army National Guard Armory in Van Nuys. On that bright, beautiful day, ...
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American industry shipped 13 billion tons of goods in 2007
Tuesday December 9, 2008
American industry shipped 13 billion tons of goods valued at almost $12 trillion in 2007, according to preliminary numbers from the 2007 Commodity Flow Survey (CFS) released today by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Bureau of Transportation Statistics ...
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U.S. DOT: Another round of fraudulent letters issued to DOT contractors and potential contractors
Attention all DOT current or potential contractors and all contracting personnel
Tuesday December 9, 2008
There has been another round of fraudulent letters issued to U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) contractors and potential contractors purporting to be issued by DOT. These fraudulent letters request that current or potential contractors ...
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MAPI Quarterly Economic Forecast: Recession, Subpar Growth
Monday December 8, 2008
The U.S. economy is in the midst of a severe recession and will face serious and unrelenting challenges through 2009, according to a new report. The Manufacturers Alliance/MAPI Quarterly Economic Forecast predicts that inflation-adjusted GDP growth ...
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Confidence drops among PT/MC Manufacturers amid mixed results according to PTDA's October 2008 Market Outlook Report
Monday December 8, 2008
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) just released October 2008 month-end trend data for distributors and manufacturers of power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) products. U.S. distributors' overall sales of PT/MC products ...
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Raymond's disaster recovery planning keeps lift truck fleets running
Monday December 8, 2008
If a natural disaster or other emergency strikes, The Raymond Corporation and its authorized Service Centers offer disaster planning and preparedness services to Raymond customers to get material handling operations back up and running. Raymond's recovery ...
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Next CONEXPO Russia exhibition set for May 2010
Friday December 5, 2008
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) and its member companies just announced that the next CONEXPO Russia will be delayed until 2010 to allow the economy to improve, which will help generate even greater benefits for attendees, manufacturers ...
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| Wednesday December 3, 2008 |
YRC Worldwide Teamsters employees to vote on contract modifications
Proposal includes 10% wage reduction, ownership stake in YRC Worldwide - Modifications improve the company's financial and competitive position
Wednesday December 3, 2008
YRC Worldwide Inc. announced on December 3, 2008 that its Yellow Transportation, Roadway, Holland and New Penn business units have asked their union employees represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters to modify the company's ...
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MHEDA announces 2009 Convention
Wednesday December 3, 2008
The Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA) has announced the details of the 53rd Annual Convention and Exhibitors Showcase May 2 - 6, 2009 at Palm Desert's beautiful JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa in California. ...
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U. S. Steel consolidates production for greater efficiency
Wednesday December 3, 2008
United States Steel Corporation announced on December 2, 2008 that as a result of the company's continuing review and analysis of market conditions and their impact on customers' orders, it is taking further steps to consolidate operations to safely ...
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ABB standard drive family becomes first to hit one million units
Drive series plays a critical role in opening new markets and growing market share around the globe
Wednesday December 3, 2008
The one millionth ABB standard (general purpose) drive (type ACS550 and ACH550) has rolled off the production line, marking a historic milestone as the first of an ABB drive range to hit this significant figure. Five years ago, the first drive of ...
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FedEx Express named Supply Chain Integrator of the Year At Supply Chain Asia Logistics Awards 2008
Accolade recognizes FedEx quality, reliability and comprehensive global network
Wednesday December 3, 2008
FedEx Express , a subsidiary of FedEx Corp., was awarded the Supply Chain Integrator of the Year award at the Supply Chain Asia Logistics Awards 2008 , recognizing the company for its quality of services, shipping reliability and strength of global ...
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IRS announces two new appeals programs
Tuesday December 2, 2008
The Internal Revenue Service announced on December 2, 2008 a two-year test of two programs: the post-Appeals mediation and arbitration procedures for Offer in Compromise (OIC) and Trust Fund Recovery Penalty (TFRP). Beginning Dec. 1, 2008. for a ...
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Zero the polar bear gets a lift from Dawes Rigging & Crane Rental after 18 days in moat at Milwaukee County Zoo
Monday December 1, 2008
It turns out that Zero the polar bear is not smarter than the average bear. After he fell from his habitat at the Milwaukee County Zoo and ended up in a moat on October 13, it took a crane from Dawes Rigging & Crane Rental, Inc. to lift the ...
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National Bureau of Economic Research: The peak in economic activity occurred December 2007
Monday December 1, 2008
The Business Cycle Dating Committee of the National Bureau of Economic Research met by conference call on Friday, November 28. The committee maintains a chronology of the beginning and ending dates (months and quarters) of U.S. recessions. ...
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Anark Corporation announces partnership with WorldViz
Anark and WorldViz to demonstrate streamlined workflow between products at annual Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation & Education Conference (I/ITSEC) 2008
Monday December 1, 2008
Anark Corporation , a provider of automated 3D CAD transformation and visualization solutions, announced on December 1, 2008 WorldViz as an Anark Value Added Reseller and Solution Partner. WorldViz is an industry leader in interactive virtual reality ...
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Building ever-better customer relationships and solutions are keys to growth, ABB’s CEO Joe Hogan notes, in Town Hall meeting with employees
Hogan: Listen. Be humble. Be hungry.
Monday December 1, 2008
How to grow business? "Continue to focus on your market orientation to business," Joe Hogan, global CEO of ABB, told ABB employees at the New Berlin location on November 24, 2008. "Execute well in this, and every business cycle; get ...
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FedEx helping customers gear up for the busy holiday season
Friday November 28, 2008
FedEx Corp . is offering solutions to help its customers save time and money as they prepare to ship millions of precious holiday packages this holiday season. "FedEx understands the unique needs of our customers and the trust ...
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| Thursday November 27, 2008 |
ArcelorMittal launches voluntary separation programs
Thursday November 27, 2008
ArcelorMittal on November 27, 2008 met with its European Works Council to present voluntary separation programs to be launched across the group. This is to help achieve the company's stated aim of reducing SG&A (Selling, General and Administrative) ...
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| Wednesday November 26, 2008 |
UPM Raflatac celebrates new RFID manufacturing site opening in Guangzhou, China
Production on three continents further strengthens UPM Raflatac's global RFID market presence
Wednesday November 26, 2008
UPM Raflatac celebrated its opening of a new RFID manufacturing site on November 26, 2008 in Guangzhou, China. With the launch of this state-of-the-art production facility, the company reinforces its service level particularly in the Asian market. ...
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| Tuesday November 25, 2008 |
Construction education scholarships available
10 to be offered; apply by February 3, 2009
Tuesday November 25, 2008
The annual scholarship program of ConstructMyFuture.com is now accepting applications. Deadline to apply is February 3, 2009. A total of 10 scholarships of $1000 each will be awarded. The program is open to students and construction industry professionals, ...
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World crude steel production falls in October
Monday November 24, 2008
World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 100.5 million metric tons (mmt) in October. This is 12.4% lower than the same month last year and 6.9% below September 2008 according to the ...
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H&E Equipment Services celebrates grand opening of New Dallas, TX crane facility
Monday November 24, 2008
After 47 years in their old facility, on November 6, 2008, H&E Equipment Services hosted the grand opening of their newly constructed crane facility in Dallas, TX. On hand to take part in the event were over 250 customers, manufacturers, ...
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JLG Industries breaks ground on new manufacturing facility in China
Friday November 21, 2008
JLG Industries, Inc ., along with its parent company, Oshkosh Corporation broke ground on November 18, 2008 for a new manufacturing facility in Tianjin, China. This announcement is another step in OshkoshCorporation's strategic business ...
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EMS Technologies signs definitive agreement to acquire Satamatics
Acquisition strengthens EMS capabilities in machine-to-machine via satellite, Global Asset Tracking
Friday November 21, 2008
EMS Technologies, Inc ., announced on November 21, 2008 that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Satamatics Global Ltd ., a global provider of Inmarsat IsatM2M (machine-to-machine or "M2M") services, headquartered in ...
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ICUEE 2009 adds industrial components and technology conference, exhibits pavilion
Co-location agreement announced between show and IUV conference
Friday November 21, 2008
The 2009 ICUEE - International Construction and Utility Equipment Exposition announces the co-location of an educational conference and exhibits pavilion targeting components for the industrial vehicle and mobile equipment markets. The 2009 Industrial ...
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| Wednesday November 19, 2008 |
Roadway named LTL Carrier of the Year by Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Roadway's personalized service and strong performance metrics improve the supply chain of Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Wednesday November 19, 2008
Roadway , a YRC Worldwide Inc. brand, just announced that it has been named the 2008 National LTL Carrier of the Year by Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA. The award was presented by Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA during its Annual Carrier Conference, which ...
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Survey shows 60 percent of small Business owners do not believe credit relief will come in time
Credit, taxes and healthcare rank among top concerns
Wednesday November 19, 2008
While President-elect Barack Obama's economic agenda aims to help the 27 million small business owners in the United States, restoring confidence among this group won't be easy. A new survey by management consulting firm George S. May International ...
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| Tuesday November 18, 2008 |
Bodine Electric Company more than doubles size of Iowa plant
Tuesday November 18, 2008
Last month marked a major milestone for Bodine Electric Company , as its strategic plant consolidation project has been completed. The company, a major North American manufacturer of fractional horsepower gearmotors, motors, and motor speed controls ...
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Construction machinery manufacturers forecast a tough business outlook through 2009, says AEM survey
Infrastructure investment seen as a key U.S., global economic stimulus
Tuesday November 18, 2008
The construction equipment manufacturing industry expects continued business declines in the United States through year-end 2008 of 8.6 percent, followed by flat growth in 2009 of 0.04 percent, according to the annual "outlook" survey of ...
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AEM elects 10 new members
Tuesday November 18, 2008
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) recently elected 10 companies to membership in the international trade group, which provides business-development resources for companies which manufacture and market agriculture and construction-related ...
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Nuvera, Küsters Zima announce hydrogen partnership
Spartanburg-area machinery manufacturer to fabricate hydrogen fuel generators
Monday November 17, 2008
The South Carolina Department of Commerce joined Nuvera Fuel Cells and Küsters Zima in announcing a partnership between the two companies. Nuvera Fuel Cells, headquartered in Billerica, Mass., has selected Spartanburg-based Küsters ...
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NABE releases November report and shows tougher times ahead in 2009
Monday November 17, 2008
The National Association of Business Economics (NABE) released the November 2008 NABE Outlook on November 17, 2008 that presents the consensus of macroeconomic forecasts made by a panel of 50 professional forecasters. The survey, covering the ...
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Shuttleworth sales representation for Mexico
Monday November 17, 2008
Shuttleworth, Inc. and Vision Trade International, SA de CV are pleased to announce that VTI has been appointed as a sales representative serving Mexico and Latin America. VTI, with corporate offices in Mexico City, was founded in 1992 as a commercial ...
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Rubbermaid Commercial Products wins ISSA Innovation Award
Monday November 17, 2008
Rubbermaid Commercial Products (RCP), the provider in durable facility maintenance solutions was awarded a 2008 ISSA Product Innovation Award for its new DVAC TM 1-Pass Cleaning Solution. The award was presented at the cleaning industry's largest trade ...
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Wisconsin Lift Truck becomes value-added reseller for Jervis B. Webb
Monday November 17, 2008
Wisconsin Lift Truck Corp. has announced an agreement with Jervis B. Webb Company to become a value-added reseller (VAR) of Webb's SmartCart TM Automatic Guided Carts (AGCs) in Wisconsin. Wisconsin Lift Corp. will supply, install and service ...
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Gehl/Mustang to approve new Arnco ecoflex flatproofing for skid loaders and telehandlers
Monday November 17, 2008
Gehl Company has approved Arnco 's new patent-pending ecoflex® (eek-o-flex) tire flatproofing fill for use on all Gehl and Mustang Skid Steer loaders and Telehandlers. ecoflex is an exclusive eco-friendly tire fill formulation from Arnco ...
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| Thursday November 13, 2008 |
New online technical training courses from PTDA
Thursday November 13, 2008
Even in the toughest economic times, there is one investment that always provides positive returns-training for your employees. A knowledgeable and skilled staff improves your competitive advantage by meeting your customers' growing demands for ...
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Power Packaging raises $26K for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Thursday November 13, 2008
Power Packaging, an Exel company, recently donated $26,000 to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF). Company associates, vendors and customers raised funds benefiting the NFFF at Power Packaging's 9 th annual charity golf outing held ...
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| Wednesday November 12, 2008 |
PT/MC Sales post across-the-board gains according to PTDA's September 2008 Market Outlook Report
Wednesday November 12, 2008
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) has released September 2008 month-end trend data for distributors and manufacturers of power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) products. U.S. distributors' overall sales of PT/MC products ...
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U.S. rail traffic down in October
Wednesday November 12, 2008
Rail freight traffic on U.S. railroads was down during October in comparison with the same month last year, the Association of American Railroads (AAR) has reported. U.S. railroads originated 1,639,542 carloads of freight in the month, down 47,279 ...
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American Airlines Cargo announces increased weight for priority parcel service
Same-day shipments up to 100 pounds per piece accepted throughout the U.S. and San Juan, Puerto Rico
Wednesday November 12, 2008
American Airlines Cargo Division (AA Cargo) announced today that it has increased the per-piece weight limit on its Priority Parcel Service SM (PPS) product from 70 to 100 pounds for shipments within the U.S. and to and from San Juan, Puerto ...
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TriFactor awarded Florida project for GTECH Printing Corp.
Wednesday November 12, 2008
TriFactor, LLC was recently awarded a multi-million dollar project by GTECH Printing Corp., an international producer of scratch-off lottery tickets. As part of the contract, TriFactor is developing an Instant Ticket Packaging System for GTECH's ...
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| Tuesday November 11, 2008 |
Diamond Chain expands worldwide operations
Tuesday November 11, 2008
Diamond Chain Company , a provider in roller chain design and manufacturing, announced today that it has entered into a joint venture with the KMC Group , its longtime strategic partner and China's leading roller chain supplier. The joint ...
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DHL EXPRESS to focus U.S. Business on International services
A result in an additional reduction of 9,500 U.S. DHL Express jobs
Monday November 10, 2008
DHL has announced a repositioning of its U.S. Express business. Beginning January 30, 2009, DHL's U.S. Express business will focus entirely on its international offerings and will discontinue its domestic-only air and ground services. However, the ...
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| Thursday November 6, 2008 |
The NAM/IndustryWeek Manufacturing Index -- 3rd Quarter 2008--Half of all manufacturers expect a recession in the next year
NAM/IndustryWeek Manufacturing Index also indicates significant slowing in employment and wage trends in 2009.
David Huether, Chief Economist, National Association of Manufacturers
Thursday November 6, 2008
Confidence among large manufacturers eroded for a fifth consecutive quarter in the third quarter of 2008. Just 21% of large companies responding to the NAM/IndustryWeek third quarter survey had a positive business outlook. This marks the lowest confidence ...
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| Wednesday November 5, 2008 |
NAM President congratulates President-Elect Obama for hard-won victory
Pledges to work with new administration to strengthen the economy
Wednesday November 5, 2008
National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) President and Chief Executive Officer John Engler today congratulated President-elect Barack Obama on his election as the next President of the United States. "This has been a long, hard-fought campaign," ...
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Jungheinrich's ride on pallet truck ‘Concept Truck' will debut at ProMat
Tuesday November 4, 2008
Jungheinrich Lift Truck Corporation will present a technology study in the form of a life-size mock-up of a ride-on pedestrian pallet truck at its ProMAT booth #2019 in Chicago on January 12-15, 2009. This Concept Truck looks different than ...
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MAPI Business Outlook Index slides to 48 as industry adjusts to economic crisis
Tuesday November 4, 2008
Fighting to stave off any prolonged damage from the current global economic crisis, manufacturers will face increasingly difficult challenges in the near term, according to the quarterly Manufacturers Alliance/ MAPI Survey on the Business Outlook -September ...
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Shuttleworth to supply conveyor automation for XSUNX
Tuesday November 4, 2008
Shuttleworth, Inc ., an international product handling conveyor system manufacturer, has been selected to supply conveyor automation for XsunX . The Shuttleworth equipment will interconnect twenty-two various processes at their new, 25MW TFPV ...
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OSHA introduces a new online Lift Truck safety resource
Tuesday November 4, 2008
The US Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) has launched an electronic resource for lift truck safety, providing information on mandatory safety requirements and industry best practice. The simple, easy-to-navigate website runs ...
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AEM provides funding to advance machinery standards development through SAE International
Tuesday November 4, 2008
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with SAE International to provide funding assistance for a more comprehensive approach to standards-development work in the off-road equipment industry. ...
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JLG Launches new line of common attachments for JLG®, SkyTrak® and Lull® branded Telehandlers
Tuesday November 4, 2008
JLG Industries , Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, and manufacturer of telescopic material handlers, has announced that it will launch a new family of common attachments for all three telehandler brands available in the Americas. JLG ...
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The National Association of Women Business Owners® criticizes proposed SBA Rules on Women's Procurement Program
Tuesday November 4, 2008
The National Association of Women Business Owners ® (NAWBO®) submitted comments to the Small Business Administration opposing the proposed rules that were supposed to assist women-owned small businesses in obtaining their fair share of federal ...
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CeMAT to run from Monday to Friday in future
Monday November 3, 2008
At the recent meeting of the CeMAT steering committee it was decided to stage the show in future from Monday to Friday. Consequently, CeMAT 2011 will run from May 2 - 6, 2011. "CeMAT 2008 has shown that we can reach our specific target groups ...
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BLS reports workplace injury and illness rate continues at recorded low
Friday October 31, 2008
The rate of workplace injuries and illnesses in private industry declined in 2007 for the fifth consecutive year, the Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported. Approximately 4 million injuries and illnesses occurred in 2007. The ...
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Euroimpianti SpA acquires C&D Robotics, Inc.
Friday October 31, 2008
The assets of C&D Robotics, Inc. have recently been acquired by Euroimpianti SpA, located in Schio, Italy, a provider in the production of automated end-of-line palletizing systems, such as scara robots, articulated arm robots, laser guided ...
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| Thursday October 30, 2008 |
NMSDC names Johnson Controls 'Corporation of the Year'
Company recognized for its continued achievements in supplier diversity; Reginald Layton named Minority Supplier Development Leader of the Year
Thursday October 30, 2008
The National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) has presented Johnson Controls, Inc. , a global provider in energy efficiency and sustainability, with its "Corporation of the Year" award in recognition of the company's achievements ...
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Big Ass Fans® gets in the ring to help fulfill boxer's dream on Extreme Makeover: Home Edition
Thursday October 30, 2008
On Sunday, November 2nd there will be brand new boxing star introduced to the world. Tune in to watch a Big Ass Fan dominate the ring in the latest project from Extreme Makeover: Home Edition . Tim Hill was an aspiring boxer whose ...
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FedEx Ground selects site for new Portland area distribution hub
Thursday October 30, 2008
As part of an ongoing national expansion plan, FedEx Ground , a subsidiary of FedEx Corp., has chosen a 77-acre site in Troutdale to build a distribution hub that will be double the size of the existing operation in Portland, Oregon. A formal ground ...
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Solideal restructure in selected U.S. markets
Thursday October 30, 2008
Solideal USA announces plans to close retail locations in Bowling Green KY, El Paso TX, Greenville SC and Miami FL. The current economic climate coupled with continuing pressures on market pricing make it necessary to make these moves. The company ...
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| Wednesday October 29, 2008 |
PTDA Foundation announces 2009 Trustees
Wednesday October 29, 2008
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) Foundation 2009 Board of Trustees was announced at the PTDA 2008 Industry Summit in Miami Beach. FL. Kenneth A. Miko, vice president, BDI (Cleveland, Ohio), will continue to serve as the Foundation's ...
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Chair of AEM Small Enterprise Committee testifies before House Committee on Small Business
Tuesday October 28, 2008
Update: Listen to Mr. Brown's testimony . Original Story: The Chair of AEM's Small Enterprise Committee, Richard A. Brown, testified on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 before the House Committee on Small Business. Brown ...
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Litco's Inca Presswood Pallets are first in category to receive Cradle to CradleSM Certification
Cradle to Cradle environmental designation distances Inca Pallets from the competition.
Tuesday October 28, 2008
Litco International, Inc. has announced that its Inca presswood pallets, core plugs and boards recently received Cradle to Cradle SM Certification at the Silver tier from McDonough Braungart Design Chemistry (MBDC), for their ingredients, recyclability ...
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Air Resources Board classifies ECS Purifilter H as a Level 3+ Verified Device and extends verification to cover selected 1994 to 2006 federal engines
Tuesday October 28, 2008
Engine Control Systems , a Catalytic Solutions Company, has announced that the California Air Resources Board has classified the ECS Purifilter H as a Level 3+ device. This classification makes the ECS Purifilter L and H the only two verified passively ...
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UPS sets 2009 rates
New Pricing Takes Effect Jan. 5, 2009
Tuesday October 28, 2008
UPS has released new list rates for 2009, including an average increase of 5.9 percent for UPS Ground packages and an average net increase of 4.9 percent on all air express and U.S. origin International shipments. UPS Freight announced ...
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Orbis Corporation acquires Norseman Plastics
Customers will benefit from diversified product line and enhanced service levels
Monday October 27, 2008
ORBIS Corporation , a subsidiary of Menasha Corporation, announced today that it has acquired Norseman Plastics Holdings, Ltd. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Norseman manufactures plastic reusable containers, trays, bins and pallets ...
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FANUC Robotics announces Des Moines Area Community College completes CERT Program
Monday October 27, 2008
FANUC Robotics America, Inc. has announced that Rick E. Wagner, professor of electronics at Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) has successfully completed Certified Education Robot Training (CERT) requirements. DMACC is the first ...
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Growing the Green Power market: Sixteen organizations flex their green muscles
ackerman.suzanne@epa.gov
Monday October 27, 2008
It's expected that the Philadelphia Phillies have the power to hit the ball out of the park. But when it comes to green power, the Phillies and the 15 other winners of the Green Power Leadership Awards are all showing they can hit a home run, too! These ...
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Bobcat facilities in Gwinner, Bismarck to suspend production for six weeks
Friday October 24, 2008
Bobcat Company has announced that it will suspend manufacturing production in its Gwinner and Bismarck, N.D., facilities for six weeks, beginning Dec. 15, with operations resuming Monday, Feb. 2, 2009. These are the only Bobcat facilities affected. ...
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Magna Electronics acquires Bluwav Systems, LLC
Expands alternative propulsion capabilities
Friday October 24, 2008
Magna Electronics , an operating unit of Magna International Inc., has announced the acquisition of BluWav Systems LLC , a developer and supplier of electric and energy-management systems for hybrid electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid vehicles and battery ...
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| Thursday October 23, 2008 |
Construction market will continue to slide in 2009, according to McGraw-Hill Construction Outlook
Expected 7% decline will follow 12% drop in 2008 as financial upheaval continues
Thursday October 23, 2008
McGraw-Hill Construction , part of The McGraw-Hill Companies, just released its 2009 Construction Outlook, which forecasts a drop in overall U.S. construction starts for next year, as the tough funding environment continues, construction projects are ...
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American Airlines Cargo division announces the U.S. launch of e-freight
Paperless initiative begins new era in air cargo
Thursday October 23, 2008
American Airlines Cargo Division (AA Cargo) just announced its participation in the U.S. launch of an air cargo industry e-freight initiative which supports a move toward paperless documentation. The initiative is facilitated by the International ...
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OSHA proposes new rule to address safety hazards during construction crane operation
Thursday October 23, 2008
OSHA is proposing a rule to protect employees from the hazards associated with hoisting equipment when used to perform construction activities. Under this proposed rule, employers would first determine whether the ground is sufficient to support the ...
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Vestil expands operations and creates up to 50 jobs by 2011
Thursday October 23, 2008
Governor Mitch Daniels of Indiana joined executives from materials handling equipment maker Vestil Manufacturing Corporation on October 17, 2008 to announce the company's plans to expand its operations here, creating up to 50 new jobs ...
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GKS Inspection Services offering product design and engineering services
Thursday October 23, 2008
GKS Inspection Services, a provider of dimensional inspection, 3D laser scanning and terrestrial scanning services, is now offering product design and engineering services. Teaming up with its leading 3D non-contact and contact scanning services used ...
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CharNor opens distribution center in Southern California
Thursday October 23, 2008
CharNor , a worldwide supplier of remanufactured forklift component assemblies has opened a new distribution center in Long Beach, CA. Stocking their most popular Remanufactured Engines, Transmissions, and Steer Axles in Southern California gives ...
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| Wednesday October 22, 2008 |
Seven prominent companies are named AME's 2008 National and Regional Manufacturing Excellence Award winners
MEDRAD Heilman Center Electro-Mechanical manufacturing plant earns top honors as the year's National Manufacturing Excellence Award Winner; Six others are regional winners from the Association for Manufacturing Excellence
Wednesday October 22, 2008
In a competitive and increasingly challenging marketplace, seven companies have achieved a level of remarkable, sustained excellence this year and have been formally acknowledged by the Association for Manufacturing Excellence. At its International ...
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Caterpillar reports record third-quarter sales and revenues; Reaffirms full-year outlook
Company maintains 2008 outlook of sales and revenues topping $50 billion and profit of about $6.00 per share
Wednesday October 22, 2008
Caterpillar Inc . has announced record third-quarter sales and revenues of $12.981 billion, 13 percent higher than third quarter 2007 sales and revenues of $11.442 billion. Profit per share for the third quarter 2008 was $1.39, down $0.01 from ...
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Metalcraft announces UID Nameplates for extreme military conditions
Ceramic-on-Stainless Steel construction withstands chemicals, saltwater and temperatures up to 1000°F.
Wednesday October 22, 2008
Metalcraft has announced availability of Ceramic-on-Stainless Steel Bar Code Nameplates for UID marking in the most demanding military environments - withstanding exposure to harsh chemicals, saltwater and temperatures up to 1000°F. Metalcraft's ...
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FedEx drivers win $14.4 million in labor case
FedEx drivers in California win $14.4 million from delivery company in labor dispute
Wednesday October 22, 2008
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- A court-appointed official has awarded drivers for FedEx Corp . in California about $14.4 million in a dispute over whether the delivery company illegally classified them as independent contractors instead of employees. Lawyers ...
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SMH' Thermote recognized at Kansas City women in for-profit business event
Monday October 20, 2008
Since 2000, the Kansas City Business Journal recognizes women in for-profit businesses who are committed to excellence and have made contributions to their fields and communities. This year Els Thermote was recognized along with 24 other women at a ...
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Johnson Controls acquires software company Gridlogix
Acquisition allows deeper integration of IT into building management
Monday October 20, 2008
Johnson Controls, Inc. , the global multi-industrial provider in energy efficiency, has acquired Gridlogix , a software company based in St. Louis, MO. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Johnson Controls is in a better position ...
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Nucor reports record results for third quarter and first nine months of 2008
Monday October 20, 2008
Nucor Corporation announced on October 20, 2008 record consolidated net earnings for the third quarter of 2008 of $734.6 million ($2.31 per diluted share), an increase of 93% from the $381.2 million ($1.29 per diluted share) earned in the ...
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Sky-Trax and GENCO named first-runner up for Supply Chain Innovations Award
Partners chosen from more than 40 Innovation Award submissions
Monday October 20, 2008
Sky-Trax Inc . and GENCO Supply Chain Solutions were named first-runner up for the 2008 Supply Chain Innovations Award at the 2008 CSCMP Global Conference in Denver, Colorado. The award, established in 2005 by the CSCMP's Research Strategies ...
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FedEx Express breaks ground on new Central and Eastern Europe hub
State-of-the-Art facility represents the first Solar-Powered FedEx Hub outside of the U.S.
Monday October 20, 2008
FedEx Express , a subsidiary of FedEx Corp .broke ground on a new hub at the Cologne/Bonn airport, the site of the company's new Central and Eastern European gateway. The state-of-the-art facility will be the largest FedEx Express gateway in ...
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APICS announces release of comprehensive APICS operations management body of knowledge framework
APICS OMBOK framework defines the scope and structure of the Operations Management profession
Monday October 20, 2008
APICS, The Association for Operations Management , a provider in operations management and supply chain education, certification, and membership programs, today announced the release of the APICS Operations Management Body of Knowledge (OMBOK) ...
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Fuel costs top trucking's list of industry
Research organization's findings will be used to develop strategies
Monday October 20, 2008
The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), the trucking industry's not-for-profit research institute, unveiled its list of the top ten critical issues facing U.S. truckers. The cost of fuel and the nation's economy top the list in ATRI's ...
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Grainger reports record sales and EPS for 2008 third quarter
Raises 2008 EPS guidance to $6.00 to $6.20
Thursday October 16, 2008
Grainger reported on October 10, 2008 record sales, earnings and earnings per share for the quarter ended September 30, 2008. Sales of $1.8 billion were up 11 percent, 9 percent on a daily basis, versus the third quarter of 2007. Net earnings ...
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iGPS announces supply agreement with Schoeller Arca Systems to produce up to 30 million pallets in the next five years
Thursday October 16, 2008
Intelligent Global Pooling Systems (iGPS Company LLC), operator of the world's first RFID-tagged all-plastic pallet pool, has announced that due to high demand for the iGPS pallet, it has signed a new long-term preferred supplier agreement with Netherlands-based ...
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PTDA sponsors webinar on customer service
Thursday October 16, 2008
Customer service is the best way to differentiate your company in today's competitive price environment, but only a few organizations get it right. On Dec. 2, 2008, you can learn the secret to developing a customer service culture in a Power Transmission ...
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Colson Caster celebrates three years of no lost time injuries
Thursday October 16, 2008
Colson Caster Corporation, a manufacturer of standard and custom application caster and wheel products, recently treated all if its employees to a lunchtime cookout to mark its third complete year without any workplace lost time injuries. The manufacturing ...
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Combilift launches Combi-CB
Thursday October 16, 2008
To commemorate the 10th anniversary of Combilift, they launched the revolutionary new Combi-CB. This new innovative Combilift will bring many advantages to customers who today may be using standard conventional counter-balance forklifts, reach ...
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ALL Erection & Crane Rental Corp. does live tilt-up concrete construction demonstration with Star Inc. in Sandusky, OH
Tuesday October 14, 2008
On June 27, 2008, a live tilt-up construction demonstration was hosted by Star Inc., an award-winning designer and builder, with the help of a crane from ALL Erection & Crane Rental Corp. For this demo, ALL Erection provided both the 500-ton Liebherr ...
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Metrolift, Inc. takes delivery of new 20,000# Telehandler
Tuesday October 14, 2008
Metrolift has taken delivery of two ZB20044 telehandler units from Carelift/ Skyjack. In addition to its fleet of aerial platforms and material handling equipment, the uniquely designed telescoping forklift will give users an alternative to construction ...
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MAPI Quarterly Report: U.S. financial crisis threatens already weakening global economy
Friday October 10, 2008
The crisis of confidence in the American financial system has catalyzed a chain reaction of financial and political events, stunning global investors and creating a magnitude of uncertainty surrounding the near-term global outlook, according to a new ...
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FedEx Express launches domestic service, opens new station to process shipments within Mexico
Monday September 15, 2008
FedEx Express , a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. has announced the start of operations for FedEx Express Nacional, a domestic overnight service in Mexico , and the opening of the Toluca Hub Multiplex, its new center of operations for domestic shipments. The ...
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Mi-T-M Corp. unveils new logo
Monday September 15, 2008
Mi-T-M Corp ., Peosta, Iowa, a manufacturer of pressure washers, generators, air compressors and other industrial equipment unveiled a new corporate identity. "This new logo symbolizes strength," said A.J. Spiegel, founder and CEO. ...
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Cynthia Tidwell, Royal Neighbors’ CEO, shares insights on selling to women at national conference
Monday September 15, 2008
Cynthia Tidwell, President/CEO of Royal Neighbors of America , recently shared her expertise at the Senior Market Advisor Expo in Orlando, FL. Women are making most of the financial decisions for families today, and as head of a company with a long ...
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TMHU and Aerovironment announce alliance to market Posicharge™ battery fast charge system
Monday September 15, 2008
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc . (TMHU), and AeroVironment, Inc . (AV), have established an alliance to market AV's PosiCharge fast charge systems . PosiCharge systems are now available through 68 authorized Toyota Industrial ...
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Jungheinrich's new EFG 2 and 3 series trucks offer performance and increased energy efficiency
Monday September 15, 2008
Jungheinrich Lift Truck Corp ., a manufacturer and supplier of AC-controlled electric lift trucks, has announced two new series of high performance counterbalanced trucks with capacities ranging from 2,500 to 4,000 lbs. The EFG 213-220 and EFG 316-320 ...
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Kaman acquires Industrial Rubber and Mechanics Inc. of Puerto Rico
Monday September 15, 2008
Kaman Corp . located in Bloomfield, Connecticut announced on October 7, 2008 announced that its subsidiary, Kaman Industrial Technologies Corporation (KIT) has acquired Industrial Rubber and Mechanics, Incorporated (INRUMEC) ...
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MHIA leaders discuss market trends
Monday September 15, 2008
p>Industry leaders from the Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) held an educational session on current material handing and logistics market trends during the recent 2008 MHIA Annual Membership Meeting held in Scottsdale, Arizona on September ...
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Governor Granholm Announces $100,000 Contribution by The Grainger Foundation
Monday September 15, 2008
On September 15, Governor Jennifer M. Granholm announced that The Grainger Foundation will donate $100,000 to the State of Michigan's No Worker Left Behind (NWLB) initiative and Michigan Technical Education Centers (M-TEC) near Grainger facilities. ...
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Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI) falls 1.9 percent in August from July
Monday September 15, 2008
The Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI) fell 1.9 percent in August from its July level, declining after four consecutive monthly increases, the U.S. Department of Transportation's Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) reported on October ...
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United Rentals announces acquisition of Portland U-Rent-It
Monday September 15, 2008
United Rentals, Inc . announced on October 1, 2008 that it has acquired Portland U-Rent-It, Inc., a privately held industrial oriented rental company, with sales of approximately $11 million, based in Corpus Christi, Texas. Michael Kneeland, ...
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Accellos acquires Prophesy Transportation Software, Inc.
Monday September 15, 2008
Accellos Inc., a provider of logistics, warehouse, 3PL, transportation, and mobile resource management solutions has announced the acquisition of Prophesy Transportation Software, Inc., based in Bloomfield, Connecticut.
Prophesy is a provider ...
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IMTS 2008 posts strongest record since 2000
Monday September 15, 2008
IMTS - The International Manufacturing Technology Show 2008 has posted its strongest showing since the year 2000. Total registration for the six day event, which ran from September 8-13 at McCormick Place in Chicago, was 92,450.
IMTS covered ...
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RAVAS high quality mobile scales now available on the US market
Monday September 15, 2008
RAVAS, innovative producer of mobile scales, has established a US sales and assembly facility in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. From this Chicago area office, RAVAS will start its US distribution of scales for counterbalanced trucks, walkie and rider pallet ...
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Craters & Freighters’ Diane Gibson receives Jean Yancey National Association of Women Business Owners Award
Monday September 15, 2008
Craters and Freighters' Founder and CEO, Diane Gibson, received top honors at this year's Denver Business Journal Outstanding Women in Business award ceremony. Gibson took home the Jean Yancey National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Denver ...
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Woodward's acquisition of MotoTron to add Engine, Vehicle and Aftertreatment controls expertise
Monday September 15, 2008
Woodward Governor Company announced on October 6, 2008 it has acquired all of the outstanding capital stock of MotoTron Corporation and the intellectual property assets owned by its parent company, Brunswick Corporation , that are used in connection ...
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Executives will tackle tough issues at the women's leadership summit
Monday September 15, 2008
More than 400 expected to attend Minneapolis event SuperValu CEO Jeff Noddle will give the keynote address at this year's Network of Executive Women Leadership Summit , October 20-22 in Minneapolis. More than 400 executives from more than 100 leading ...
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AEM construction education scholarship winners named
Monday September 15, 2008
The program is a cooperative effort of the Associated Equipment Distributors Foundation (AEDF), Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) and Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).
Teens from Minnesota, Pennsylvania and South Carolina ...
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Shuttleworth hosts in-plant training
Monday September 15, 2008
Shuttleworth, Inc ., a global conveyor automation and material handling machinery manufacturer, will host a PMMI Certified Trainer workshop October 7-8, 2008. Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute , founded in 1933, is a trade association with ...
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Caljan Rite-Hite increases quality with new quality assurance program
Monday September 15, 2008
Caljan Rite-Hite US, a manufacturer of advanced material handling systems for loading and unloading loose loaded cargo announced their new Quality Assurance Program, (QAP) targeting improved quality processes in their manufacturing plant. The Quality ...
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Sumitomo Opens New Facility in Guadalajara, Mexico
Monday September 15, 2008
Sumitomo Machinery Corporation of America (SMA) opened a new facility in Guadalajara, Mexico on August 1, 2008. This new facility now joins Monterrey and Mexico City in supporting the increasing demand for Sumitomo power transmission products in Mexico. ...
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AA Cargo entrusted with shipping priceless artifacts
Monday September 15, 2008
Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs, the exhibition that drew nearly 4 million visitors during its four-city U.S. tour in 2005-2007, returns to the United States this fall. And as the official airline of the exhibition, American Airlines ...
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Global Insight agrees to be acquired by IHS Inc.
Monday September 15, 2008
Global Insight , a provider for economic and financial analysis and forecasting, announced on September 18, 2008 that it had executed a definitive agreement to be acquired by IHS Inc . IHS, headquartered in Englewood, CO, is a global ...
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Double pick by ALL Erection & Crane Rental Corp. places three-part bridge in one day
Monday September 15, 2008
The mission: set a 275-foot prefabricated steel bridge in three pieces over a busy highway in one day-before 6:00 p.m. Mission accomplished with a double pick by a team of cranes from the ALL Erection & Crane Rental Family of Companies along with ...
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NER advises equipment owners to be on guard during storm cleanup
Monday September 15, 2008
The National Equipment Register is advising equipment owners, dealers and rental companies throughout the Gulf region that they should make machine security an aspect of their preparation for Hurricane Ike's landfall. When the cleanup ...
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Interactive character game involves plant, community & office in energy awareness
Monday September 15, 2008
Stand alone character games designed to involve employees, suppliers and customers in energy awareness programs are available from awarenessIDEAS. Stock characters or company icons and custom mascots can be ordered, along with quantities of soft foam ...
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Move over – Now there's a smarter way to transport freight
Monday September 15, 2008
If your truck fleet could haul the same load while burning less fuel and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, wouldn't that be smart? EPA agrees, which is why the agency created the SmartWay Partnership , and presented 27 awards to businesses and organizations. ...
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Castell's Salvo protects Caterpillar down under
Monday September 15, 2008
Product prevents unscheduled vehicle departures in loading docks
Caterpillar Logistics has entrusted the safety of loading dock employees at one of its warehouses in Victoria, Australia, to Castell's Salvo. Caterpillar's goal was to implement a ...
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New developments in OCR Prime Vision awarded new patent
Monday September 15, 2008
Prime Vision, a supplier of mail and parcel automation solutions, has announced that the European Patent Office has awarded a patent for Prime Vision's latest development in OCR technology. The European Patent Office (EOB) has granted Prime Vision ...
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Bosch Rexroth is part of cutting edge exchange program to help reduce gas emissions
Monday September 15, 2008
Bosch Rexroth, a global supplier of products, systems and services for drive, control and motion technologies, has announced it is participating in the Chicago Climate Exchange® (CCX®), the world's first and North America's only voluntary, ...
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IU Kelley School of Business to offer MBA with a concentration in supply chain management
Monday September 15, 2008
In today's global economy, consumers demand quick, innovative and pensive business solutions. With increased competition worldwide and ever-changing technology, optimizing and understanding the business processes involved in building supplier networks, ...
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Toyota Industries Corp. named one of the world’s most admired companies for the third consecutive year
Monday September 15, 2008
FORTUNE magazine has named Toyota Industries Corporation to its top 50 list of the "World's Most Admired Companies" for the third consecutive year. TICO, which is comprised of four key business units - automobiles, materials handling equipment, textile ...
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Robotic systems integrator Flexicell, Inc. celebrates 15 years
Monday September 15, 2008
In the highly competitive and innovative world of end-of-line-automation, Flexicell, Inc. of Ashland, Virginia is celebrating 15 years as a robotic systems integrator. It is one of the longest continuously operating companies of its kind, and owes ...
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AEM: Mid-year report: construction equipment exports up 24 percent
Monday August 18, 2008
Exports of U.S.-made construction machinery gained 24 percent at mid-year 2008 compared to the first half of 2007, for a total of more than $10 billion dollars worth of equipment shipped to global markets, according to data released by the Association ...
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Bobcat manufactures 750,000th skid-steer loader
Monday August 18, 2008
The 750,000th skid-steer loader is driven off the line at the manufacturing plant in Gwinner, N.D.The 750,000th skid-steer loader is driven off the line at the manufacturing plant in Gwinner, N.D. Bobcat Company has manufactured its 750,000th ...
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16 injured in San Diego scaffolding collapse
Monday August 18, 2008
Maurice Luque of the San Diego Fire Department said the number of injured in a downtown construction accident has grown to 16, three of whom have been critically injured. A walkway under construction alongside an East Village construction at ...
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PT/MC sales experience slight retraction according to PTDA's July 2008 Market Outlook Report Data
Monday August 18, 2008
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) released July 2008 month-end trend data for distributors and manufacturers of power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) products.
U.S. distributors' overall sales of PT/MC products fell ...
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TVH acquires Canadian Advance Forklift Parts & Sales
Monday August 18, 2008
TVH Forklifts Parts NV (TVH), the parent company of Systems Material Handling Co . (SMH) announced that it has acquired Advance Forklift Parts & Sales Inc . in British Columbia and Ontario effective August 1, 2008. This acquisition will ...
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Deere to invest in manufacturing capacity, parts operations in South America
Monday August 18, 2008
Deere & Company has announced that it will invest approximately $80 million in its agricultural manufacturing and parts distribution operations in Brazil to increase manufacturing capacity for both tractors and combines as well as to ...
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Alcoa sets dates for employee layoffs at Rockdale smelter due to local power issues
Monday August 18, 2008
Company will continue to explore competitive power options and seek damages and other relief from Luminant in ongoing litigation Alcoa on August 22nd said it has set dates for the layoff of approximately 300 employees at its Rockdale, Texas, ...
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ABB’s North American drives service hub opens in New Berlin, WI
Monday August 18, 2008
Jim Perkins, managing director, Drive Services, U.S.; Pekka Tiitinen, BU Manager, LV Drives; and Carolina Schwegler, director of Service Operations for drives, cut the ribbon to mark the official opening of the hub The North American Drives Service ...
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SMH offers new quick reference product guides for Meteorlite and Safe-T-Alert
Monday August 18, 2008
Systems Material Handling (SMH) is now offering quick reference guides for the Meteorlite and Safe-T-Alert product lines. These handy guides contain part numbers, photos and all the technical information required to assist in identifying the ...
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"Brownie" a 63 year old Forklift veteran
Monday August 18, 2008
They call him 'Brownie" - he's R.C. Brown and he's a road service tech for U.S. Forklift dealer Myers Select Material Handling in Santa Ana, California. There's nothing unusual about that - EXCEPT he'll turn 81 years old next month and he's still going ...
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World of Asphalt 2009 update:National Traffic Management and Work Zone Safety Conference to be held in conjunction with show
Monday August 18, 2008
The American Road and Transportation Builders Association Transportation Development Foundation (ARTBA-TDF) will host its 2009 "National Traffic Management and Work Zone Safety Conference" in conjunction with the 2009 World of Asphalt Show & ...
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Grainger steps up to help address skilled labor shortage
Monday August 18, 2008
Company expands scholarship program to 35 communities across the country
With baby boomers preparing to retire from the ranks of the skilled workforce, a growing number of labor experts are raising concerns there is a shortage of workers with ...
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CharNor opens new Atlanta distribution center
Monday August 18, 2008
CharNor, a worldwide supplier of remanufactured forklift component assemblies has opened a new distribution center in Atlanta, GA. Stocking their most popular remanufactured engines in Atlanta gives CharNor dealers the opportunity to better ...
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MHEDA asks for your help to assist victims of the 2008 hurricanes
Monday August 18, 2008
Shortly after Hurricane Katrina, MHEDA was one of nine organizations to join together to help provide humanitarian relief agencies with a gateway to supply-chain industry resources. As a result, The American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN) was formed ...
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Gehl agrees to be acquired by Manitou BF S.A
Monday August 18, 2008
Gehl Company announced on Monday, September 8, 2008 that it had signed a definitive agreement to be acquired for $30 per share by its largest shareholder, Manitou BF S.A., a manufacturer and distributor of material handling equipment headquartered ...
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MAPI quarterly economic forecast: Rough road ahead
Monday August 18, 2008
The weakness in the U.S. economy shows no signs of immediate abatement, and significant challenges may last well into 2009, according to a new report.
The Manufacturers Alliance/MAPI Quarterly Economic Forecast predicts that inflation-adjusted ...
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Overhead crane maker order intake defies economic gloom
Monday August 18, 2008
The UK National Statistical Office reported zero growth for the last quarter adding to dire warnings of recession from the Chambers of Commerce and CBI. Despite this, UK industrial crane maker Street Crane Company has recorded the highest ever order ...
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