The news follows 3M’s failed attempt to move the biggest mass tort lawsuit in U.S. history into bankruptcy court to limit its liability.
Manufacturing
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Eaton Invests Over $500M in North American Electrical Plants
Eaton announced investments in its North American manufacturing and operations to support the growing demand for its electrical solutions.
Human Resources
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Home Depot Foundation Invests $6M in Skilled Trades Training
The Home Depot Foundation will expand its current training programs and create new avenues to help fill the country’s skilled labor gap.
Operations
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3M to Pay $6.5M for Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Violations
The SEC found that employees of a 3M subsidiary arranged for Chinese government officials to attend overseas events as a pretext to purchasing product.
Strategy
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PwC Data: U.S. Firms Shift from Defense to Offense
Concerns over a potential recession are easing, but implementing new tech remains a challenge, according to the survey.
Facilities Maintenance (MRO)
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McMaster-Carr to Add $360M Regional HQ in Fort Worth
The MRO products distributor’s project will create at least 250 full-time jobs by the facility’s sixth year of operation.
Operations
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City Electric Supply Opens Branches in TX, CO, FL & More
The company announced it was continuing its Texas branch expansion by opening a location in the city of Azle, near Fort Worth.
Operations
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Sonepar’s Cooper Electric Opens New Buffalo Branch
A grand opening for the Sonepar affiliate’s 76th location is expected to take place this fall, according to a news release.
Economic Trends
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Advance: Transportation Drives July Durable Goods Orders Drop
New orders for manufactured durable goods in July were down following four consecutive monthly increases, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
Operations
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Plant Closures: Master Lock in WI, Saint-Gobain in NH
Master Lock will lay off 300+ workers beginning in November, while Saint Gobain said 164 employees will be affected by its closure.
Operations
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Core & Main Opens SoCal Geosynthetics Facility
Core & Main says the new location allows the company better serve geosynthetics customers in the West.
Economic Trends
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Metalformers Expect Economic Uptick Despite Lower Shipments
Association data shows metalformers anticipate a modest improvement in incoming orders, while shipping levels declined further in August.

