Some people aspire to make a name for themselves by breaking a few records in their lifetime. Let’s explore a few of the most awe-inspiring world records set by companies and people in industry. 1. Most Fuel-efficient Truck The most fuel-efficient 40-ton truck in the world is made by Mercedez Benz. It gets around 15…
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Manufacturers have a REAL IMPACT
For every $1.00 spent in manufacturing, there is a total impact of $2.68 to the overall economy. Including indirect and induced impacts, for every $1,00 spent in manufacturing, there is a total impact of $2,68 to the overall US economy. This figure represents one of the largest sectoral multipliers in the economy. In the private…
NCMA Automation
Manufacturing companies, small and large, across the country have realized that the chronic workforce shortage is not going away, ever. So what are these companies doing to attract the next generation of manufacturing employees, improve operational efficiencies and Increase competitiveness? Automation! The automation companies in the State of Florida that we work with are all…
Over $1.2 Million in Penalties Proposed by OSHA for Workplace Safety Violations
After more than 500 inspections since 2017 by the US Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the state of Ohio’s OSHA programs at Family Dollar and Dollar Tree and over 300 violations, OSHA has proposed penalties of $1,233,364. OSHA has stated that their inspections found problems with exit routes, fire extinguishers,…
NCMA General Meeting – August 18, 2022
Focusing on “Strategy and Tools for Transformational Leadership” & “Gus Bilirakis, U.S. Representative, 12th Congressional District” Join Us At: Tracers’ BuildingThursday, August 18, 2022, at 8:00 AM15470 Flight Path Drive, Brooksville, FL 34604 Join the Fun & Enjoy: Please register today as seating is limited: Featured Speakers Marko Katanic, Founder and CEO, Epic Tony…
Florida MFG 2022 – October 7th
Get ready! The 2022 Manufacturing Day is just around the corner and MadeFlorida.org has issued great information and resources to make it the best Manufacturing Day yet. (RESOURCES HERE) The goal of Manufacturing Day is to inspire the next generation of manufacturers. Held annually on the first Friday in October with events that continue throughout…
NCMA General Meeting – July 14, 2022
Putting the Brakes on the Revolving Door: Why Retention Matters Join Us At: Cares Elfers CenterThursday, July 14, 2022, at 8:00 AM4136 Barker Drive, New Port Richey, FL 34652 Learn how to recruit and retain the best employees to help grow your company. Attracting and retaining the right employees in today’s market is critical for…
High-tech manufacturing: A Priority for Asia Pacific Manufacturers
Over the last two years, the turbulence in manufacturing and the supply chain has underscored the need for manufacturers to accelerate the shift in focus from mass production and economies of scale to market and customer responsiveness. “High-tech manufacturers are increasingly directing their technology investments to secure and optimize operations while addressing data privacy and…
Barrette Outdoor Living Acquired for $1.9 Billion
CRH plc, the global leader in building materials solutions, announced an agreement to acquire Barrette Outdoor Living, Inc. (“Barrette”) from TorQuest Partners and Caisse de depot et placement du Quebec (CDPQ) for an enterprise value of $1.9 billion. The leading provider of residential fencing and railing solutions, Barrette Outdoor Living is proud to be an…
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DELOITTE: Manufacturing Eyeing Growth Despite Turbulence in 2022
According to Deloitte’s newly issued 2022 Manufacturing Industry Outlook, “The manufacturing industry is building back fast, undeterred by significant labor and supply chain challenges.” Deloitte recommends that manufacturers carefully navigate some of the elevated risks and challenges to keep the momentum moving forward. Deloitte says, “It’s unusual to see positive economic indicators paired with historical…
NCMA General Meeting – June 9, 2022
“Useful Workforce and Training Solutions” Join Us At: Tracers BuildingThursday, June 9, 2022, at 8:00 AM15470 Flight Path Drive, Brooksville, FL 34604 You will learn about new ways to solve workforce challenges and improve the lives of some of your employees. You will hear about United Way’s “Workforce Stability Initiative,” providing resources, to employees of…
CONGRATS to Ed Fry
– the 2022 FLATE Distinguished Manufacturing Secondary Educator of the Year! H. Edward Fry II, Instructor of Engineering & Manufacturing at Nature Coast Technical High School in Brooksville, will receive the Distinguished Manufacturing Secondary Educator-of-the-Year Award from Florida Advanced Technical Education Center (FLATE) later this summer. The FLATE Distinguished Manufacturing Secondary Educator of the year…
NCMA General Meeting – May 19, 2022
Focusing on “Workforce Challenges and Solutions” Join Us At: Tracers’ BuildingThursday, May 19, 2022, at 8:00 AM15470 Flight Path Drive, Brooksville, FL 34604 You will learn about a couple of unique and rewarding ways to solve workforce challenges, outsource some workforce tasks and find talent in new ways. You will hear about how the…
Nature Coast Workforce – The SKILL GAP
We asked the NCMA survey participants, what skills are applicants lacking that apply for positions with your company? Participants collectively identified “soft skills” as the number one skill level lacking, followed by machine operation skills and problem-solving skills. 92 percent (92%) of all survey participants said that soft skills are lacking in applicants. The survey…
TOP 10 Brands that Phishing Attackers Use to SCAM . . .
Scammers are great at impersonating government agencies and well-known brands to lure email recipients into giving up their personal information. Then they take the information and exploited it directly or sell it to the highest bidder on the Dark Web. Security firm Checkpoint is tracking which brands/companies are imitated the most. Quite often Microsoft tops…