Benefits of Aluminum: What You Should Know

July 25, 2016 | Material

Aluminum is a versatile, naturally occurring metal that’s characterized by a silvery-white color and soft texture. In terms of abundance, it’s the third most common element in the Earth’s crust (oxygen and silicon being #1 and #2 respectively). Furthermore, roughly … Read More

German Auto Parts Supplier to Open First Factory in US

July 20, 2016 | Factory

One of Germany’s leading auto suppliers has announced plans to build its first North American manufacturing plant. Gerhardi Kuntstofftechnik made the announcement earlier this week, saying it plans to invest nearly $40 million into building a manufacturing facility in Montgomery, … Read More

Study Reveals Ideal Workplace Temperature

July 11, 2016 | Workers & Workplace

At what temperature is your workplace’s thermostat set? It may sound insignificant, but there’s new evidence suggesting that the temperature of a workplace will affect workers’ productivity. Researchers from the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad found that workers are more … Read More

American Manufacturing Experiences Strong Growth in June

July 6, 2016 | American Manufacturing

June was a great month for U.S. manufacturing, with the industry reporting strong growth amidst concerns by investors. According to a report published by the Institute for Supply Management, the country’s manufacturing index increased from 51.3 in May to a … Read More