Expansion and Business Development in the New North
Werner Electric Supply acquires WESCO’s Sheboygan Falls branch
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APPLETON, Wis. (August 17, 2020) – Werner Electric Supply, a business-to-business distributor of electrical supplies, solutions, and services, announced the agreement to acquire the Sheboygan Falls branch of WESCO International, Inc. (NYSE: WCC) (“WESCO”), effective Sept. 1, 2020.
WESCO is a leading provider of business-to-business (B2B) distribution, logistics services, and supply chain solutions around the world. With this acquisition, Werner Electric Supply will become the authorized distributor of Rockwell Automation products in this market.
“This is an exciting opportunity for customers of both Werner Electric Supply and WESCO’s Sheboygan Falls branch,” Craig Wiedemeier, president of Werner Electric Supply, said. “Werner Electric Supply and WESCO are committed to a smooth transition, helping customers move their businesses forward to deliver electrical solutions in the Sheboygan Falls region. Our longstanding partnership with Rockwell Automation and our product expertise makes us a valuable partner and enhances the experience for our customers by supplying them what they need, where they need it."
Werner Electric Supply, founded in 1948, is currently the largest Wisconsin-based electrical distributor and operates 11 regional locations throughout Wisconsin and the Upper Michigan region.
To learn more about Werner Electric Supply, visit wernerelectric.com.
New North Region Stepping Up to the COVID-19 Challenge
Sept. 17th: Drive Thru Job Fairs in Menasha and Fond du Lac -- invitation to participate
Department of Workforce Development
The Department of Workforce Development recently distributed more than 300 packets of information to job seekers in under two hours at their very popular Oshkosh Drive Thru Job Fair.
Based upon the positive feedback that the Workforce Development departments received from both businesses and candidates, they will be hosting Drive Thru Job Fairs in both Menasha and Fond du Lac on Thursday, Sept. 17th. The below flyers have additional information about how you and your company can participate in both the Menasha and Fond du Lac Drive Thru Job Fairs. With massive job disruption, this is a fantastic opportunity to provide information about you, your company, and your career opportunities to motivated candidates.
For more details, please contact Bobbi Miller with the Fox Valley Workforce Development Board at (920) 470-0837 (mobile) or at BMiller@fvwdb.com. Menasha Event Flyer Fond du Lac Event Flyer
Expansion and Business Development in the New North
Oshkosh Corp. reportedly among 5 finalists for $6.3 billion U.S. Postal Service contract to make mail trucks
USA TODAY NETWORK
Oshkosh Corp. is reportedly among five finalists in the running for a $6.3 billion U.S. Postal Service contract to produce a fleet of next-generation mail delivery trucks.
According to a statement on the USPS website, the agency awarded $37.4 million in contracts in September 2016 to six suppliers, including Oshkosh Corp., to produce 50 prototype mail vehicles. The finalists can work with other suppliers to create models featuring new technology and....
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Expansion and Business Development in the New North
McNeilus mixer truck building shifts to Oshkosh, London plants
Concrete News
McNeilus has confirmed plans for a phased, second half move of concrete mixer truck building from its Minnesota flagship to sister Oshkosh Corp. and London Machinery plants in Wisconsin and Ontario.
“Adding McNeilus mixers to these other world-class manufacturing facilities provides upgraded economies-of-scale and tailored flexibility for our mixer business," says Bob Monchamp, vice president and general manager of Concrete Mixers for McNeilus and London. "While this provides the growth capacity needed, the simplified platform allows our ability to expand resources for the customers we serve in North American and global markets. We will continue to invest in superior customer...
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Elevate Sustainability as an Economic Driver
Plymouth Foam launches Earthhide™ – an eco-friendly innovation
Plymouth Foam News
Plymouth Foam is introducing a new business venture titled Earthhide™ which will feature environmentally friendly and sustainable products customized to specific applications. New technologies allow for products in consumer packaging, pharmaceutical niches, and insulated shipping containers to be environmentally friendly and sustainable. As a bonus, Earthhide™ can be recycled everywhere that expanded polystyrene is accepted, as well as responsibly disposed in available home and business waste management systems.
The material is American Society for Testing and Materials – ASTM D5511 compliant; a test designed to represent biodegradation in biologically active landfills. In addition, the test determines the rate of...
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New North Region Stepping Up to the COVID-19 Challenge
Opinion: Lakeshore Technical College shares federal funding allocations
Herald Times Reporter
On March 27, President Donald Trump signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, a $2 trillion stimulus bill, into law. Included in the CARES Act was the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund, which set aside approximately $14.25 billion for the United States Department of Education to make available to higher education institutions through a formula allocation. Lakeshore Technical College’s allocation totaled $1,026,259. As a public institution, it is our responsibility to outline to our community how...
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Promote the Regional Brand
Made in America: 20 Top U.S. cities for manufacturers (Sheboygan included)
Global Trade Magazine
More than 11 million Americans worked in the manufacturing sector in 2016, according to the U.S. Department of Commerce. These are good jobs, too: The average payroll by employee in manufacturing is $57,266. But while manufacturing was the heart of the American economy a century ago, today it’s far more select. Here’s a look at the top 20 cities in the U.S. for advanced manufacturing.
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