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Today's Daily News

Mori Seiki Eyes North American Manufacturing
New plant for machine tool builder would avoid currency disparities Click to continue

Industry Contributes to Haiti Relief Efforts
Columbus McKinnon Corp. is contributing more than $40,000 worth of products to aid the recovery efforts in Haiti, and the American Logistics Aid Network is serving as a primary point of contact for donations from the U.S. logistics industry. Click to continue

GM to Invest $246 Million in Electric Motors
The motor will be manufactured in the U.S. and will debut in 2013. Click to continue

Import Traffic Best in Two Years at Port of Long Beach
In an unexpected surge, imported cargo increased by more than 13% in December 2009 from the same time period a year ago, and exports jumped by more than 30%. Click to continue

Toyota Global Sales Fell 13% in 2009
Company sold 7.81 million vehicles last year Click to continue

Depressed Workers Have Decreased Productivity Despite Treatment Efforts
Employees with depression have higher costs related to short-term disability and absenteeism -– even after receiving antidepressant therapy, reports a study in the February Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine. Click to continue

Maker of Photovoltaic Components to Build Facility in Tennessee
Confluence Solar Inc., a Hazelwood, Mo.-based manufacturer of single-crystal silicon for the solar photovoltaic industry chose Clinton, Tenn., as the site of its new manufacturing, warehousing and distribution facility. Click to continue

Ohio Needs Workers Skilled in Clean Energy Economy, Says Coalition Group
The Apollo Alliance recommends strengthening Ohio's existing training infrastructure rather than investing in new programs. Click to continue

American Machinist Web Forum

Visit the American Machinist Forums, a place to share thoughts and ideas and best practices for machine shops. While the forum is open to discussions about anything, the focus is on ways to keep machine shops competitive and running efficiently in manpower and deploying labor, the use of automation and new technology, and the creative uses of machine tools. So welcome to the forum, sign up and jump into the discussions.

How to Drill and Tap AlgoTuf 400F
"Any information would be greatly appreciated..." Click to continue

Guitar Neck Question
"I need a special tool... Bear with me a moment while I explain..." Click to continue

How to Belt Drive Just About Anything From Any Engine -- DIY
"..a system of belt driving just about any PTO device..." Click to continue

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Product Spotlight

Air Pollution Control Systems Inc.: Oil Mist & Smoke Eliminators
Pro-Maxx 1200 and Pro-Maxx 1400 eliminators deal with even the most severe oil mist and smoke problems, often found when your machining shop is operating at maximum capacity. Made in America, this low-cost system reduces health risks, accident risks and fire hazards, while providing cleaner air and less machine downtime, meeting both OSHA and NIOSH requirements. Click to continue

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How to Win Stimulus Funding for Infrastructure Projects
Stimulus packages are becoming available for infrastructure projects, providing a window of opportunity for companies that support infrastructure development. If your company wants to capitalize on stimulus funds, you'll need to demonstrate operating efficiency. Additionally, environmentally-friendly products and processes will also be scrutinized. Attend this free IndustryWeek webinar on Feb. 18 to discover how your organization can best take advantage of stimulus funding. Sign up today. Click to continue

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