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AEM Named a Top Workplace

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The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) was named a top workplace in Southeast Wisconsin for 2015 by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel publishes the annual list of best places to work, based on employee surveys conducted by Workplace Dynamics, an independent research firm.

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Contractors Are Renting Rather Than Buying More Equipment.

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Environment. Contractors Are Renting Rather Than Buying More Equipment During Slow Recovery. Equipment rentals allow contractors to shift downtime risk while trimming expenses, including licensing, insurance, taxes and debt, among others. This year, North American equipment rentals are expected to generate $33.5

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Wisconsin: Where Collaboration Drives Industry Advancement

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A highly integrated water technology industry cluster – led by The Water Council , a Milwaukee-based global authority on advanced water technology development and deployment made up of public, private and academic stakeholders. MillerCoors remains committed to Milwaukee, where the Miller Brewing Co. and in Europe. Food and Beverage.

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Futurewatch: Exoskeleton takes the weight out of construction work

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At least one business says “yes” Ekso Bionics, which started marketing its device in the rehabilitation market, now proposes it as a solution for construction workers needing to carry heavy tools and equipment through long shifts. He concludes: Ekso’s eventual marketing plan is to sell suits with arms adapted to specific tools.

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Feature Story: Public-Private Partnerships – An Alliance For Progress That Works

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But when coupled with the right sets of policies and institutional environments, PPPs can be powerful catalysts for economic growth. Scott Walker, left, and WEDC CEO Reed Hall at the opening of the Global Water Center in Milwaukee. Photo: WEDC.). Sentient will invest more than $10.5

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Shovel-Ready Sites: Ready To Hit The Ground Running

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A relatively risk-free site, which helps to accelerate the development schedule for today’s fast-paced business environment. Iowa’s costs for equipment rental, construction, payroll, workers’ compensation and utilities are all below the national average. Universal Forest Products has started a $600,000 new equipment project.

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51 Best Gifts for Construction Workers (DIY Ideas Too!)

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Making a house or an industry or a commercial building is our dream, but we cannot make it come true without the help of the construction workers who work day and night in the hazardous environments, handle cements and sand, walk in watery areas and carry those heavy bricks and loads. Heated Jacket Kit. THE BIGGEST VOLUME OUTPUT?:

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