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Fracking Drives Oil, Natural Gas Growth

More than two-thirds of all oil and natural gas wells have been created through hydraulic fracturing.

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Nuclear Power Plants: Good or Bad?

Is nuclear energy good or bad? The answer is: a bit of both! We argue both sides; why nuclear power is good, and why nuclear power is bad.

Trailer Manufacturer Expands to Meet Demand

H&H manufactures utility trailers, and the company is adding 50,000 square feet of facilities and new jobs.

Economy Slows as Manufacturing Grows

New orders, output, and exports all accelerated in January, with demand and production hitting 12-month highs.

Fiat Chrysler Employees See Big Profit Sharing Payment

Fiat Chrysler profit sharing 2017: The company had such a good year, they've decided to share the wealth with around 40,000 employees.

Fracking Continues in Louisiana’s Haynesville Shale

Domestic natural gas production is on the upswing, driven by worldwide customer demand and aided by increased investments in petrochemical plants and gas-export terminals.

New Advancements in Arc Flash Face Shields

The hazards associated with arc flash can occur suddenly and may result in injury, fatalities, and damage to equipment and facilities. Recent improvements in Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) such as face shields offer increased safety and better comfort for workers.

The Top Five Packaging Innovations of 2017

The world of packaging is continually evolving to keep up with the shifting demands of consumers and changing regulations, with innovations and trends cropping up regularly.

How to Decide Between Pneumatic and Electric Actuators

There’s a lot to consider when deciding whether to use a pneumatic or electric actuator. Learn more about the pros and cons of each style, and the important performance characteristics associated with these devices.