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For the past two years, Elk Grove Village, IL has been recognized as the #1 Business Park in the United States by Business Facilities Magazine. Located adjacent to Chicago's O'Hare airport, the Elk Grove Village Business Park is the nation's largest business park, with almost 65 million square feet of inventory, 5,600 businesses, and over 400 manufacturers.

With the shift in B2B purchasing habits to online experiences, are manufacturers keeping pace with today's buyers? To find the answer, Winbound, a digital sales and marketing agency, collaborated with MNI and Polymath Research to create the "Manufacturing Content Benchmark Report."

Thanks to new regulations and practices from tech giants, tomorrow's internet will be a more private place. One of the major changes that will improve privacy is the end of third-party cookies. However, this change will deprive advertisers of valuable data. It is time for manufacturers to rethink how they target and segment users.

On May 27, 1919, twenty-four business leaders from all around Illinois came together for the first time to establish the Illinois Chamber of Commerce. Nearly a century later, their objectives from 1919--addressing the "danger of too much government in business" and "promoting and protecting the business climate of Illinois" remain relevant.

Gardening professionals and enthusiasts alike understand the importance of precision and efficiency when it comes to planting bulbs and feeding trees. In the pursuit of maximizing productivity and achieving optimal results, the selection of the right tools is paramount. Protech's line of bulb planters and earth augers offers a solution tailored to meet the demands of modern gardening practices, providing a balance of functionality, durability, and ease of use.

Wire ropes and cables are widely used in various industries, from independent contractors to massive manufacturers. The versatility of wire rope and cable makes it an excellent all-around tool for hundreds of different jobs.



One of the many industries that frequently turns to wire rope for its structural and mobile applications is the military. There are a few ways in which this massive channel makes a case for various uses for wire rope, and it, much like OSHA, even has its own specifications to ensure its standards are met. Here, we'll discuss military wire and cable and how it's put to work in this industry.

ABRAMS Industries was started in Germany in 2002 by Dr. Jurgen Abrams with the goal of shaking up an already-packed steel supplier market. Facing 60 already established companies, Dr. Abrams had to do something different. From a very young age, Dr. Abrams learned the value of doing things on your own with your own two hands. At just five years old he asked his father for help with a flat tire on his bike. Instead of helping, his father taught him a lesson that would change Dr. Abrams' life forever. His father told him he had to do it himself. This lesson from his father translated into years of tinkering and machining that eventually led to an education in engineering and business.

Facilities Planning Services LLC specializes in Manufacturing and Distribution Operations Reorganization projects, employing a comprehensive approach to optimize workflows and manage resources efficiently. Our strategic process encompasses critical elements such as space utilization, piece costs, labor efficiency, ergonomics, scrap reduction, work-in-progress (WIP) time and size, lead times, throughput, customer service enhancements, asset capacities, Key Performance Indicators, and more.

Rogers Machinery Company, Inc., a pioneer in compressor and vacuum system manufacturing, proudly marks its 75th anniversary, celebrating three-quarters of a century of innovation and steadfast commitment to their customers.

Fixtures and gages are devices used to speed up the production of identical parts in a manufacturing process. They play a crucial role in optimizing production/prototyping and are an integral part of any manufacturing quality process.

The Volkmann VS pneumatic vacuum conveying system from process equipment manufacturer Volkmann USA, Bristol, PA (https://www.volkmannusa.com/), automatically transfers bulk materials in a choice of lean phase or dense phase using the same conveying system. Featuring a designed-in ball valve in the feeding elbow, the conveyor may be operated in dense phase then switched on the fly to lean or dilute phase or vice versa by adjusting the ratio of air to vacuum at the valve. Switching from transferring light bulk density materials such as flour, coffee, or fused silica at high velocities in suspension to transferring heavier bulk density materials or abrasives such as salt, fly ash, or mixtures at gentle, low velocities is quick, easy, and without tools.

Oregon manufacturers added jobs over the past year, according to data collected from the state's manufacturing companies by MNI, compiler and publisher of comprehensive business profiles of more than 460,000 U.S. industrial companies. According to MNI's survey, Oregon added a net 1,816 jobs or nearly one percent between December 2022 and December 2023.

The PressPro Series of 5 hydraulic press models were redesigned by Scotchman Industries with improved hydraulic configuration and a heavier-duty base and forklift accommodations (except model 176MT) to assist with installation or repositioning of the machine.

New Hampshire manufacturers added jobs over the past year, according to data collected from the state's manufacturing companies by MNI, compiler and publisher of comprehensive business profiles of more than 460,000 U.S. industrial companies. According to MNI's survey, New Hampshire added a net 1,388 jobs or roughly 1.7% between December 2022 and December 2023, led by the industrial machinery and electronics sector.

2023 has been a remarkable year for the manufacturing industry, with a spectrum of innovative products and technologies released to address the challenges and opportunities of the post-pandemic era. From additive manufacturing and intelligent automation to an ingenious metals calculator, submersible control pumps, innovative conveying systems and more, these products are enabling manufacturers to optimize their operations this year and beyond. In this article, we will review some of the most innovative products for manufacturers released in 2023

Manufacturing employment in Idaho edged up a half percent up over the past year, according to MNI, compiler and publisher of comprehensive business profiles of more than 460,000 U.S. industrial companies. According to MNI's survey of the state's manufacturers, Idaho added a net 348 jobs or roughly 4% between November 2022 and November 2023.

Lakewood, NJ-based Dalemark Industries, Inc. a leader in coding, product transport, and labeling systems for industrial and Consumer Packaging, is pleased to introduce its Model 900-TA and TA-SHORT KD Flat Case Transports.

Manufacturing employment in Nevada rose significantly over the past year, according to data collected by MNI, compiler and publisher of comprehensive U.S. industrial business profiles. According to MNI's survey of the state's manufacturers, Nevada added a net 1,537 jobs or nearly 3% between November 2022 and November 2023.

Every detail counts in the complex field of architectural design, and the rubber glazing seal is one sometimes disregarded element that is crucial to the construction of a building. These little but essential seals greatly enhance contemporary buildings' aesthetic appeal, energy efficiency, and structural integrity. This blog will discuss the significance of rubber glazing seals, their uses in the building and architecture sector, and the main benefits they offer.

Activity in the U.S. manufacturing sector remained mired in contraction in November, according to the latest survey of purchasing executives conducted by the Institute for Supply Management. This month's report finds the index of manufacturing activity remained unchanged, hovering at a reading of 46.7%. (A reading above 50 percent indicates expansion, while a reading below 50 percent indicates contraction).

Our lives are dominated by online communication--we're craving offline experiences. Direct mail's trust factor, high response rate, and tangibility make it more appealing to customers than in the past. What once was called "junk mail" and immediately discarded can now be a pleasant, attention-grabbing surprise that earns a coveted spot on the refrigerator door.

For years, Elec-Tra-Mate has been the go-to source for high-quality electric fishing reels, renowned for their durability, performance, and innovation. Now, the company is adding another exceptional product to its lineup with the introduction of the Brute 802 MINI.

When seeking to enhance the efficiency, productivity, and profitability of your manufacturing or distribution facility, the choice of methodology is crucial. With various approaches like Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen available, determining the most suitable one for your specific needs and goals for the modern-day manufacturing operations can be challenging.

Fulghum Industries, Inc. has introduced a new addition to its impressive Log Crane lineup. The new 180' 45 Ton EVR (Electric Variable Radius) Log Crane is the largest radial log crane to join Fulghum's family of cranes. This substantial enhancement offers a range of new features and benefits that have set a new industry standard.

New orders for manufactured durable goods fell 5.4 percent in October, according to the latest Census Bureau report released November 22nd. The decrease was mainly driven by a sharp drop in orders for transportation equipment, which plunged 14.8 percent.

Imagine you're overseeing a manufacturing process where precision is key. As your machinery operates, embedded sensors continuously monitor various parameters. Suddenly, AI detects an anomaly, signaling a potential issue, while machine learning, drawing on historical data, predicts a future failure and prescribes targeted maintenance actions. While this might sound like a dream, predictive maintenance is becoming more of a reality. Learn more about this real-time, data-driven approach to maintenance that can help your business transform operational efficiency.

Economic indicator reports released in November reflect a sector hit hard by the UAW strike and finds manufacturers grappling more intensely with softening demand. Meanwhile, one independent survey finds manufacturers' expectations for 2024 are far rosier than you might think and a stellar GDP report reveal unexpected resiliency in the U.S. industrial sector. Wondering what the latest data tells us? Get our key takeaways on labor, output, prices, optimism, regional performance, and more from November's most critical manufacturing business reports.

The latest data released by the Federal Reserve on November 13th, 2023 finds manufacturing activity grew modestly in the New York region in November, even as optimism fell generally. Get these key takeaways from the latest survey, released on November 15, 2023

Pneumatic vacuum conveying equipment manufacturer Volkmann USA in Bristol, PA , has introduced the vLoader metal powder conveyor. Installed directly atop a 3D printer, the new vLoader automatically transfers metal powders from a bulk storage container, glove box, buffer hopper, reusable powder reprocessing system, or other powder source through piping or hose and then gently discharges into the printer's supply hopper.

The manufacturing sector is one of the most vital and dynamic industries in the U.S. economy, one that continues to face abundant challenges and uncertainties in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, technological disruption and global competition. To understand how manufacturers are coping with these issues and preparing for the future, Wipfli LLP, a top 20 advisory and accounting firm, conducted a survey of more than 330 directors and C-level executives within the industry. The results are published in the 2024 State of Manufacturing report, which provides insights into the current state and outlook of the sector.