Industry Trends Page 162

Top Energy Producing, Consuming States

Many states’ industrial sectors account for more than 50 percent of all energy consumption, with fossil fuel production and refining playing a key role.

Factory with 100+ Year History Closes Permanently

In May, news broke of a Minnesota factory that would soon be closing its doors.

Man Dies at Plastics Factory

A 46-year-old man died at a Berry Plastics fabrication facility in Phillipsburg, NJ after being struck in the head while working on a machine.

Big Deals Showcase New Market Opportunities

The most recent round of acquisitions in the industrial sector offers a look at some of the fastest growing segments.

America's Largest Wind Farm is Under Construction

The wind farm will be home to 800 2.5 megawatt turbines and is part of the $4.5 billion Wind Catcher Energy Connection that will link more than 1.1 million U.S. customers.

Decades-Vacant Steel Site to be Reborn

The former Bethlehem Steel site closed in the 1980s and has become increasingly blighted since.

Investment Dollars Fueling Auto Manufacturing in Alabama

Alabama’s auto industry is rolling like their beloved college football team. Last year, the state added over 3,800 jobs and $900 million in capital investment from nearly 70 automotive manufacturing plant investments.

Pharma Company Will Shutter Plant, Cut 875 Jobs

Market Watch has reported that Endo International, a generics and specialty branded pharmaceutical company with U.S. headquarters in Malvern, PA, will close its Huntsville, AL manufacturing plant, as a result of declining volumes of commoditized products.

Q2 Financials Illustrate Ups and Downs of U.S. Manufacturing

Second quarter financial reporting from a number of significant manufacturing companies offers insight on areas of growth, investment, and challenges.