January 27, 2012Daily News
Global demand for mining equipment to reach $92 billion in 2015
Cleveland, OH - The world market for mining equipment is projected to climb 8.5% annually through 2015 to US$92 billion. Demand will be stimulated by a pick-up in mining output growth as global manufacturing activity and construction...
Jan 27, 2012 6:52AM
Ultrasound World set for May 14-17, 2012
Clearwater Beach, FL - Ultrasound World, a forum for ultrasound technology ,takes place May 14-17, 2012, at the Clearwater Hilton in Clearwater Beach, FL. Entering its eighth year, it has grown to become recognized as one of the top conferences...
Jan 26, 2012 5:43PM
SKF rejigs support strategy for industrial markets
Gothenburg, Sweden - SKF reports it has formed two new business areas to be better able to serve the needs of customers within the industrial market. The two new areas are the Industrial Market, Strategic Industries and the Industrial Market,...
Jan 24, 2012 5:29AM
Leading indicator index sees another increase in manufacturing
Ottawa, ON - The composite leading index compiled by Statistics Canada increased 0.8% in December 2011, following a 0.9% gain the previous month. The increase was broad-based with eight of the 10 components rising.
Jan 23, 2012 11:05AM
Saskatchewan seeks feedback on Workers' Compensation Act committee report
Jan 23, 2012 10:41AM
Manufacturer fined $70,000 after worker injured by pot of molten minerals
Jan 23, 2012 10:29AM
Steelmaker ArcelorMittal to reveal secrets of reliability at Feb. 1 SMRP seminar
Jan 20, 2012 6:04PM
Modex Expo and Conference to focus on innovations for manufacturing, distribution and the supply chain
Jan 20, 2012 2:26PM
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