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Plug and Uline Expand Partnership to Supply Hydrogen and Fuel Cells at Four Additional Sites

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Friday, February 23, 2024
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The partnership also includes the addition of 250 fuel cell forklifts that will operate on hydrogen generated on-site through Plug’s state-of-the-art infrastructure.

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  • The partnership also includes the addition of 250 fuel cell forklifts that will operate on hydrogen generated on-site through Plug’s state-of-the-art infrastructure.
  • “When we first partnered with Plug, fuel cells were still in their infancy,” said Wade Goff, Director of Redistribution.
  • Over the past 8 years, Uline has used Plug’s fuel cell solutions in its operations, operating 270 fuel cell forklifts between their six facilities.
  • With this expanded partnership, Uline will operate a total of 520 fuel cells and 34 dispensers across ten facilities, making them one of the largest Plug customers.

WestRock to Build New Corrugated Box Plant in Wisconsin

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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WestRock Company (NYSE:WRK) today announced plans to build a new corrugated box plant in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, to meet growing demand from customers in the Great Lakes region.

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  • WestRock Company (NYSE:WRK) today announced plans to build a new corrugated box plant in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, to meet growing demand from customers in the Great Lakes region.
  • The Company intends to close its existing plant in North Chicago when construction of the new facility is completed.
  • This investment will position WestRock to increase its production capabilities and improve its cost profile in the Great Lakes region.
  • “Investing in a new state-of-the-art corrugated converting facility elevates our production capabilities and better supports our end market strategy and margin improvement targets,” said David B. Sewell, chief executive officer, WestRock.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Compact Bolt Removing Tool (MHO-305)

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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My design could reduce the amount of time for removing bolts by at least 85 percent."

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  • My design could reduce the amount of time for removing bolts by at least 85 percent."
  • The patent-pending invention provides a quick way to remove bolts from a cutting die.
  • The invention features a compact and user-friendly design that is easy to use so it is ideal for workers in the corrugated cardboard industry.
  • 22-MHO-305, InventHelp, 100 Beecham Drive, Suite 110, Pittsburgh, PA 15205-9801, or call (412) 288-1300 ext.

30-Year Industry Veteran Michael C. Brown Named Regional President for Gilbane Building Company

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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CHICAGO, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company, a leading global builder, today announced that Michael C. Brown, PE, has been named regional president overseeing Gilbane's growing Midwest and Texas regions. With nearly 30 years of experience in the construction industry, Brown began his career as a project superintendent and previously spent close to two decades with Gilbane.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company, a leading global builder, today announced that Michael C. Brown, PE, has been named regional president overseeing Gilbane's growing Midwest and Texas regions.
  • With nearly 30 years of experience in the construction industry, Brown began his career as a project superintendent and previously spent close to two decades with Gilbane.
  • "Michael is an experienced and proven leader who has worked at every level of the industry," said Adam R. Jelen, Gilbane Building Company's chief operating officer and incoming chief executive officer.
  • "Michael is an experienced and proven leader who has worked at every level of the industry," said Adam R. Jelen, Gilbane Building Company's chief operating officer and incoming chief executive officer.

Winner of 2023 ISPE Facility of the Year Awards to be Announced at Black Tie Banquet

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ISPE is set to unveil the recipient of the prestigious 2023 Facility of the Year Award (FOYA) Overall Winner during the upcoming FOYA Celebratory Reception and Banquet on 15 October 2023, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. The event will showcase the overall winner and recognize the accomplished FOYA category winners. Acceptance speeches will also be given by honorees.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ISPE is set to unveil the recipient of the prestigious 2023 Facility of the Year Award (FOYA) Overall Winner during the upcoming FOYA Celebratory Reception and Banquet on 15 October 2023, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.
  • The event will showcase the overall winner and recognize the accomplished FOYA category winners.
  • "Each of these companies and their associated projects represent manufacturing facilities of the future in pharmaceutical industry," said Tom Hartman, President and CEO of ISPE.
  • : Based in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, USA, Project Tomorrow showcases Nexus Pharmaceuticals' consistent focus on meeting patient needs for the long term.

Kroger Delivery Expands in Northern Colorado

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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JOHNSTOWN, Colo., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the official opening of a new spoke in Johnstown, Colorado. The new facility will bring Kroger's vast selection of fresh items right to customers' doorsteps, including unique Our Brands products and favorite national brands, in addition to cost-saving offerings, making products even more affordable for Northern Colorado families.   

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  • Retailer opens new spoke serving Larimer County, Johnstown, Northern Colorado area
    JOHNSTOWN, Colo., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the official opening of a new spoke in Johnstown, Colorado.
  • "We look forward to connecting more customers in Northern Colorado to Kroger Delivery, which brings the freshest products including Our Brands , directly to customers' doors," said Rebekah Manis, Senior Director, Kroger Delivery Fulfillment Centers.
  • The approximately 57,000-square-foot spoke facility is located in Johnstown, Larimer County, Colorado and will work in conjunction with the Aurora, Colorado fulfillment center.
  • The expansion to the Northern Colorado area represents an extension of a collaboration between Kroger and Ocado Group, a world leader in technology for grocery e-commerce.

Southwire and Resideo Announce Agreement Related to the Sale of Resideo's Genesis Wire & Cable Business

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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CARROLLTON, Ga., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwire Company, LLC, and Resideo Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: REZI) announced today a definitive agreement for the sale by Resideo to Southwire of its Genesis Wire & Cable business, a leading low-voltage wire and cable manufacturer based in Pleasant Prairie, Wis.

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  • CARROLLTON, Ga., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwire Company, LLC, and Resideo Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: REZI) announced today a definitive agreement for the sale by Resideo to Southwire of its Genesis Wire & Cable business, a leading low-voltage wire and cable manufacturer based in Pleasant Prairie, Wis.
  • "We are excited to welcome the Genesis team to Southwire," said Rich Stinson, Southwire's President and CEO.
  • "We're excited to welcome the Genesis Cable team to Southwire," said Norman Adkins, COO at Southwire.
  • "We look forward to continuing the strong partnership between Genesis and our ADI Global Distribution business and the opportunity to expand our relationship with Southwire."

Resideo and Southwire Announce Agreement Related to the Sale of Resideo's Genesis Cable Business

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Resideo Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: REZI) announced today a definitive agreement for the sale to Southwire Company, LLC of its Genesis Cable business, a leading low-voltage wire and cable manufacturer based in Pleasant Prairie, WI.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Resideo Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: REZI) announced today a definitive agreement for the sale to Southwire Company, LLC of its Genesis Cable business, a leading low-voltage wire and cable manufacturer based in Pleasant Prairie, WI.
  • "This is also an exciting opportunity for the Genesis team, who will join a well-recognized industry leader in Southwire.
  • We look forward to continuing the strong partnership between Genesis and our ADI Global Distribution business and the opportunity to expand our relationship with Southwire."
  • "We are excited to welcome the Genesis team to Southwire," said Rich Stinson, Southwire's President and CEO.

MEDICARDIA HEALTH INC. INCORPORATES WEARABLE ECG INTO ADVANCED REMOTE PATIENT MONITORING PLATFORM FOR ATRIAL FIBRILLATION SCREENING

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023
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MILWAUKEE, Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MediCardia Health announced the integration of wearable ECG from FDA registered consumer devices for use in remote monitoring of patients with and at risk for developing atrial fibrillation (AF).

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  • MILWAUKEE, Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MediCardia Health announced the integration of wearable ECG from FDA registered consumer devices for use in remote monitoring of patients with and at risk for developing atrial fibrillation (AF).
  • The advance marks an important milestone for the company in streamlining care of people with atrial fibrillation through remote monitoring and virtual care.
  • "Atrial fibrillation is the most common heart rhythm disorder, affecting more than 40 million people around the world.
  • Atrial fibrillation increases the risk of stroke five-fold and these strokes are often fatal or disabling, particularly because 25-40% of patients are not even aware they are in AF.

Nokia first to announce manufacturing of broadband network electronics products for BEAD program in U.S.

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Thursday, August 3, 2023
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Nokia first to announce manufacturing of broadband network electronics products for BEAD program in U.S.

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  • Nokia first to announce manufacturing of broadband network electronics products for BEAD program in U.S.
    Nokia partners with Sanmina Corporation to manufacture products in the U.S. at the Sanmina Pleasant Prairie facility in Kenosha County, Wisconsin.
  • Scale of Nokia fiber-optic broadband electronic production expected to bring up to 200 new jobs to the state of Wisconsin.
  • In addition to broadband products, Nokia plans to manufacture optical modules in the U.S., bringing additional high-tech jobs to the country.
  • Pleasant Prairie, Kenosha County, Wisconsin – Today Nokia has become the first telecom company to announce the manufacturing of fiber-optic broadband network electronics products and optical modules in the U.S. for use in the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program.