Podcast: Manufacturing’s Importance to State Economies
Manufacturing Revival Radio talks with Wisconsin Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch.
Day: April 30, 2013
Wausau Paper Sales Down 13% in First Quarter
The company reported a loss for the quarter, reflecting the startup impact of its Tissue expansion project.
Wesco Aircraft Holdings Organic Sales Up 14% in 2Q
The increase in the North America segment external sales was 21.8 percent.
Chicago Fed Midwest Manufacturing Index Up 0.3% in March
Revised data show the index was up 1.1 percent in February.
Manitowoc First-Quarter Sales Up 5.4%
The increase was driven by Crane segment sales.
Illinois Tool Works ‘Simplifying,’ Selling 6 Businesses
The enterprise initiative is expected to reduce the number of businesses operated by ITW from 600+ to fewer than 150.
Analysis: 1Q Revenues Softer than Expected for Fastenal, MSC & Others
But management teams show cautious optimism.
Recommended Reading: Don’t Be Shy – Reach Out More to Customers
In the latest issue of MDM, read what customers say about distributor marketing.
Regal Beloit Sales Down 3.7% in First Quarter
Electrical and Mechanical sales both declined.
