April 2006 - Industry Today - Leader in Manufacturing & Industry News

Magazine Issue April 2006

On The Rise

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Building Trends

Construction industry sees solid growth.

Gulf Coast Business Investment Mission

The Gold Coast

Efforts at Economic Revitalization have quickly turned tragedy into opportunity along the Gulf Coast.

Tech Solve

Matters of Fact:

In operation best practices, doing nothing is not an option.

National Association of Manufacturers

Eye of the Tiger

Strengthening America’s competitive edge means remembering our greatest strength.

Washington Report

Imported Oil

No quick fix for the oil addiction.

North American Die Casting Association

NADCA Encourages Innovation To Solve Competitive Challenges

Die-casting is one segment of America's most fundamental industry, metal casting.

PricewaterhouseCoopers

Manufacturers’ Economic Outlook

Manufacturers must manage the challenges of competing in an international marketplace.

Chemical Vision 2020

A Vision for the Future

The Vison2020 chemical industry collaboration is a bold step into the future.

Natures Lighting

An Illuminating Idea

Support stock prices with energy efficient, productivity enhancing lighting.

RSM McGladrey, Inc.

Do the Research

The R&D tax credit: where to look and what to look for.

Turbocor, Inc.

Compressed Vision

Danfoss Turbocor is a company that has made many other companies happy through advanced technology that has put it at the top of the world i

Vermont Teddy Bear

Furry Friends

As you might expect, The Vermont Teddy Bear Company makes teddy bears in Vermont. But the name doesn’t quite say it all. David Soyka cuddle

Webcor Builders, Inc.

Landmark Results

California-based Webcor Builders provides cost-effective “no surprises” project management by employing innovative technology combined with

Tokico USA

Smooth Riding

TOKICO USA Inc., based in Berea, Ken., has advanced a considerable distance in the global arena in a relatively short span of time by purpos

Spincraft

Blast Off

Wisconsin-based metal-forming company, Spincraft, has gone from Christmas tree stands to high-tech fuel tanks/rocket engine liners & hus.

Structural Concepts

Fresh Displays

Consumers want to know that their food is fresh and kept at the proper temperature. The correct display case can aid consumerknowledge inbot

American Suzuki Motor – ATV Division

Grounded Success

While a Japanese company, American Suzuki Motor – ATV Division manufactures some of its best-selling all-terrain vehicles in the U.S.

Tinnerman Palnut

Tightly Fastened

Developed in 1924 by A.H. Tinnerman, the “Speed Nut,” a revolutionary fastening device, is a diminutive symbol of enormous success. The prod

McNally Industries

Defensive Strategy

Supplying the DOD with components necessary to carry out critical programs McNally Industries has been on the vanguard of its industry, having successfully completed numerous contracts. Lorie Greenspan reports.

PDG

The Building Savers

PDG Environmental, Inc. is a specialty contractor engaged for commercial asbestos removal, mold remediation and disaster restoration and reconstruction. David Soyka reports on how this national firm, one of the largest of its kind in the country, responds to client emergencies and environmental concerns.

Pinturas Osel

Color-Coated Success

Pinturas Osel delivers creativity and quality following the market’s pace. Susana Baumann reports on how this Mexican company has changed the color of people’s lives since 1950.

Republic Lagun Machine Tool Co.

Lean Mean Machines

Republic-Lagun CNC Corporation is a well-established builder of precision vertical machining centers, knee machining centers and universal t

Roadtrek

The Open Road

Canadian manufacturer Home & Park Motorhomes has risen to the top of the North American camper van market by offering a smaller, more conven

Fike Corporation

Protective Solutions

Fike Corporation designs pressure relief, fire, and explosion prevention and protection systems used in dozens of industrial and commercial

FORMET (Forjas Metalicas, S.A. de C.V.)

Structural Integrity

FORMET has built a reputation for its high level of service through careful compliance with customer requirements and delivery schedules. Su

Formtek Group

In Top Form

Just over a decade ago, executives at Mestek decided to organize its metal forming machinery arm into a new unit called Formtek, Inc., with

ICE Manufacturing (Industrial and Commercial Equipment)

On a Hot Streak | Industry Today

A small, Tennessee-based company called Industrial Commercial Equipment (ICE),is on fire in the marketplace heating and coolingunits.

Jager Building Systems

High Concrete – Raising the Roof

Mark Devaney reports about Jager Building Systems, Inc, a Canadian-based manufacturer of I-joists, connector plates, and engineer wood.

EFCO Corporation

Window of Opportunity

The small town of Monett, Mo., is a long way from the glitter of Broadway or the Las Vegas Strip, but it is here that the stunning glass ext

Environmental Quality Company

Clean & Green

EQ - The Environmental Quality Company is a fully integrated environmental service and waste management organization serving the eastern U.S

Deltec Homes

Around the House

Deltec Homes manufactures panelized roof, shell and flooring systems that reshape conventional residential living standards, with improved e

Dynabrade

Finishing Touches

In the area of sanding, finishing and polishing of woods, metals and other materials, no tools perform better than those manufactured by Dyn

DynCorp International, Inc.

LSG Sky Chefs | Industry Today

DynCorp International, LLC, based in Irving, Texas, started out as a post-World War II aviation service company and then spread its wings, c

Bomanite Corp.

Concrete Innovators

The achievements at Bomanite are extensive and long-lasting, much like the concrete products the company produces. Lorie Greenspan takes an

Bonneville Windows & Doors

Bonneville Windows & Doors

Celebrating 60 years in business, Bonneville Windows and Doors has produced top-of-the-line residential portals with architectural appeal.

Cato Ceramica

Dedicated to Design

A receptive marketplace, high standards and business savvy have turned Cato Ceramica into a thriving operation in a record timeframe, as Car

Chicago Blower

Winds of Change

In recent years, Chicago Blower Corporation, the Illinois-based manufacturer of industrial strength fan technology, has blown away competiti

Clayton de Mexico

Clayton Industries Built Steam Generators | Industry Today

A Mexican company built a solid reputation in the segment of steam generators and fluid heaters standing by its products. Susana Baumann l

AcroHelipro Global Services

Fly-in Service

As the only independent repair and overhaul facility licensed by three major helicopter manufacturers and four major engine manufacturers,

American Red Ball International, Inc.

On the Move

American Red Ball International knows what it takes to get your valuable possessions between points A and B, even C, D and E. Lorie Greenspa

Bobcat Storage

Got Gas?

Bobcat Gas Storage is a venture by Port Barre Investments, LLC and its financial sponsor Haddington Energy Partners to develop a new undergr

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