Manufacturing Tech Consumption Down in January
Consumption of U.S. manufacturing technology declined in January, ending a three-month upswing in orders for machine tools and related equipment, though sales remain significantly above year-ago levels.
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Weekly Industry Crib Sheet: Modest Economic Growth Despite Severe Winter Weather
Plus: Jobs Decline Slows, Work Productivity Rises and Automotive Recalls Continue.
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Light Friday: Ridiculous Interviewing Mistakes
Plus: Breakthrough Student Science, 3-D Television, the Most Addictive Sounds and the Latest in Robot Acting.
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Developing Earthquake-Proof Buildings
Destructive earthquakes in Haiti and Chile recently highlight the importance of engineering and testing earthquake-proof systems.
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Manufacturing Grows for Seventh Consecutive Month
U.S. manufacturing expanded for the seventh month in a row in February, with particularly promising gains in employment, though growth in several other key indicators is beginning to slow down.
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5 Easy Ways to Cut Small-Biz Energy Bills
Most small businesses, whether operated from home or elsewhere, have energy expenses. Here are some practical steps for small businesses looking to minimize those costs and become more energy efficient.
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2010 Energy Outlook
Energy usage will be a critical factor in the future of the industrial sector, not to mention the U.S. economy as a whole. Power generation and distribution, energy pricing and consumption, and raw-materials availability all remain key concerns, particularly as many businesses continue to focus on keeping costs low, minimizing production delays and meeting demand [...]
Weekly Industry Crib Sheet: Senate Approves $15 Billion Jobs Bill
Plus: Durable Goods Orders Increase, Global Trade Contracted in 2009 and Material-Handling Equipment Growth Expected.
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Long-Term Recovery Hinges on Consumer Demand
While many companies are emerging from the economic downturn with a renewed focus on stability and profits, employers and executives remain cautious about long-term prospects, particularly on the global level, new reports show.
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