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TM Track Machines Opens Railcar Repair And Tamper Manufacturing Facility In Kansas

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“We are excited about the opportunities to leverage our long history of working with rail contractors, Class I, Regional and short-line Railroads, together with proven products, technologies and the Parsons workforce. Parsons is a community that was founded by the Katy Railroad and that heritage runs deep throughout our history.

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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Slow economic growth has kept the percentage low, but the supply chain sector has made great strides in productivity, asset utilization and inventory management in the past three years.” gross domestic product (GDP). In comparison, railroads are in a much better position regarding infrastructure, equipment and personnel.

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7 Best Denim Work Shirt for Outdoor, Office or Industrial Work

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Stifel & Sons patented their indigo Wabash stripe, an inexpensive material used by railroad companies. Union Pacific railroad instead opted for the hickory stripe material. Last but not least, Levi makes this shirt with the environment in mind using less water in its production and with 15% of recycled cotton fiber.

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Global Growth Surge in Southwest Louisiana

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Production and packaging of liquid natural gas is the catalyst for the historic growth. The southwest side of Louisiana is in a strategic location with access to ports, airports, rail, the Intercoastal Canal, and America’s premier pipeline that helps to deliver industrial products across the country,” he said.

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9 Best Work Boot Brands History, Values & Iconic Boots

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This list will talk a little bit about the best brands of work boots , their motto and principles for making footwear, and some of their most famous products! It’s important to know that this company will be honest in what they are claiming and strive for quality in their products. What Makes a Boot Company One of the “Best”?

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Plastics On The Move

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The eighth largest industry in the U.S. continues to grow as demand for plastics in construction, automotive, and electrical/electronics markets expands.

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State Focus: Arkansas – Easy To Reach, Easy To Grow

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1,677 miles of Class 1 railroads. Arkansas’s railroad infrastructure includes three Class I systems: Union Pacific, BNSF Railway, and Kansas City Southern Railway. Union Pacific operates major yards in Little Rock and Pine Bluff, along with a locomotive repair facility in North Little Rock. 16,416 miles of state and U.S.