Daily News For April 16, 2009

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Today's Daily News

National Coalition Launches Campaign to Restore Manufacturing Jobs
On April 15, the Apollo Alliance released a comprehensive roadmap for rebuilding U.S. manufacturing capacity to meet the clean energy needs of the future and to restore millions of American jobs. Click to continue

Protectionism Concerns Supply Chain Executives
In a recent survey, more than 80% of manufacturing managers involved in international trade were concerned that growing protectionism could sink the world into a global depression. Click to continue

Purchasing Officers: Confident Now, But is Trouble Ahead?
While the recession has strengthened their negotiating positions, many purchasing professionals have not yet assessed the impact of the recession on their supply management strategy. Click to continue

Fiat Ready with 'Plan B' if Chrysler Deal Fails
Fiat CEO Marchionne frequently argues that the only way for car makers to overcome the huge setback for sales caused by the global economic crisis is to make alliances. Click to continue

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Product Spotlight

Gateway Safety Inc.: Serpent Ventilated Safety Helmet Helps Prevent Dangerous Overheating with the CoolSense Air Flow System
According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, workers in hot environments face the risk of heat stress; the frequency of accidents appears to be higher at warmer jobsites; and working in a hot environment can lower the mental alertness and physical performance of employees. If preventive measures are not taken, such as promoting the evaporation of sweat, heat stress can result in deadly heat stroke. Gateway Safety’s NEW Serpent™ Ventilated Safety Helmet helps offset the adverse effects of working in hot weather. Its CoolSense™ six-vent air flow system lets heat escape, keeping workers cooler. Click to continue

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Panel Discussion With Schneider Electric
Companies that effectively manage their collaboration reap tremendous benefits during both stressful and prosperous economic times. Attend this IndustryWeek-hosted webcast on Apr. 30, featuring a presentation by industry expert Ed Miller and a panel discussion with Schneider Electric. You'll learn how product lifecycle management (PLM) is helping manufacturers collaborate better. Sign up today.

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