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Flex-N-Gate To Create Up To 650 Jobs In Detroit

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Urbana, IL-based Flex-N-Gate is a supplier to Ford and other auto manufacturers and provides product engineering, project management, testing, stamping, welding, molding, painting, plating, assembly and shipping. Canada, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, China, and Spain. The Michigan Economic Development Corp.

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FEATURE STORY: Logistics Clusters Are Jobs Magnets

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He is an expert in systems optimization, risk analysis and supply chain management. The first is in the classic supply chain management activities: blue-collar jobs, like running warehouses and driving trucks. The Corridor offers export assistance and Foreign Trade Zones. The current challenge for U.S. Farther north, in St.

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Industry Focus: Global Aerospace Production Soars To New Heights

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And in Jacksonville, Embraer broke ground on a new facility to build light military attack support aircraft in Jacksonville as part of a $427 million defense contract. The industrial park is zoned for heavy industry. Foreign Trade Zones that are “user friendly,” site-specific and allocated on an individual company basis.

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FEATURE STORY: Racing To Be Ready – U.S. Ports Prepare for Post Panamax Era

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Its key feature is highly automated 30+ lane transfer zones and automated live e-gates. JACKSONVILLE AIMS TO BE THE GATEWAY TO WORLDWIDE SHIPPING. The goal of the Port of Jacksonville is that it become a gateway port—one where the largest post-Panamax container ships stop first and leave on their ocean-bound journeys.

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Leading the Home Building Industry: Pro Builder's 2021 Forty Under 40

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For example, starting in the industry with no home-selling experience and rising to be a top producer, division manager, or even developing and leading the training regimen for new salespeople. Cory Benjamin , 39, Project Director, BIM Manager, TK Design & Associates, South Lyon, Mich. Meredith Chapman , 36, Area Sales Manager, K.

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Advanced Manufacturing: Manufacturing Gets Smarter, Faster

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In May, Anheuser-Busch celebrated the opening of its expanded manufacturing facility in Jacksonville. As a designated Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ), Oswego County is designed for the convenient and cost effective production of goods. Zoned mixed-use/commercial. Strong workforce within a 45 minute commute zone.

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Design Excellence: A Selection of Projects From the 2021 Best in American Living Awards

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The design team faced the challenge of incorporating the community’s protected, natural landscape and dealing with flood zones. Location: Jacksonville, Fla. Green verifier/rater: Jacksonville Building Science. This 2,494-square-foot, single-level home in Jacksonville, Fla., Stacey Freed. . Builder: Providence Homes.

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