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Magazine Issue July 2013

Industry on Capitol Hill

Teksid

Why is This Industry Heavyweight Adopting a Lightweight Stance?

Keystone XL Pipeline

A Pipeline to a Better Tomorrow

It is an economic and industrial godsend, proponents say about the proposed, and highly controversial, Keystone XL pipeline.

Manufacturing

Planning for the Future

While manufacturing continues to collect its breath from its quick resurgence– particularly in developed nations that deserted it not too lo

Uberlândia Refrescos

Booming Franchise

President Alexandre Biagi explains to Michael Sommers how, in 2012, his beverage company grew more than any other Coca-Cola manufacturer in

Modern Transportation

Delivering Safely & Efficiently

Riding a 25-year reputation of innovative industrial materials hauling, this bulk logistics carrier looks to transport its business to even

Morrison Lamothe

How did Morrison Lamothe Go From Sliced Bread to Frozen Foods?

Convenience is the operational word. For 80 years, Morrison Lamothe Inc. has provided consumers with convenient food choices. The Canadian c

Precision Stamping Company

How Precise?

Highly focused on the automotive industry, Precision Stamping Company is one of the largest producers of deep drawn stampings in the US Midw

Bayer

Why Are More Buying Bayer in Brazil?

This traditional global pharmaceuticals giant has unprecedented growth in Brazil. Reuben Ford analyzes the market catalysts of an emerging e

Grupo Carta Fabril

How is Carta Fabril on a Roll?

This leading manufacturer of toilet paper reports record growth and annual revenue predictions. Reuben Ford describes a seemingly unstoppabl

Means Industries

Driving the Automotive Industry

Means Industries is the originator of the mechanical diode and controllable mechanical diode clutching devices for the global automotive ind

Huf North America

Revitalized Enterprise

In 2012, Huf North America wanted to shut down its Greeneville, Tenn.-based plant. Less than a year later, it changed its mind. Now, it’s ex

Subaru of Indiana

Ramping Up Production

Subaru of Indiana manufactures the Tribeca, Outback, and Legacy, as well as the Toyota Camry for the North American market. In 2016 it will

SPI: The Plastics Industry Trade Association

Plastics Industry Conveys Critical Concerns to Congress

Congress, get ready, because here they come, leaders and members from eight of the nation’s most well-known plastics associations, armed

Davie Canada Shipyard

Serving Customers on Land and Sea

Davie Canada Shipyard is more than just its nation’s largest shipbuilder. High-level fabrication and services have extended reach into diffe

Demmer Corporation

How Has Demmer Become an Industry Tool?

Quick answer: By becoming a valued partner, reports Lorie Greenspan. For more than six decades, Demmer Corporation has supplied tooling expe

Hol-Mac Corporation

Golden Jubilee: How Has Hol-Mac Endured for 50 Years?

In April 2013, the Mississippi-based Hol-Mac Corporation celebrated its 50th anniversary. Its longevity is attributable to the founder’s vis

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