October 2015 Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®
Economic activity in mfg sector expanded in October for the 34th consecutive month & overall economy grew for the 77th consecutive month.
Industry News
Republicans and Democrats United in Support of Renewable Fuel
Poll shows wide majority of Iowa caucus-goers prefer a candidate who supports the Renewable Fuel Standard and renewable fuels.
SPI: Healthcare and Medical Device Industries Depend on Plastics for Future
SPI report: World’s aging population forms ‘perfect storm’ for increased demand on healthcare, medical devices and plastics.
NASA, Global Aviation Leaders Talk Green Aviation and More at Annual Summit
IFAR Summit provided a non-competitive environment where global aviation leaders evaluated the progress of technical collaborations on issues.
ACEEE State Scorecard: MA Edges Out CA as Most Energy-Efficient State
Energy-efficiency measures flourish in states across the country, with several improving scores in 9th annual State Energy Efficiency Scorecard.
Steel Industry Reaffirms Commitment to Sustainable Development
The leaders of 75 steel companies around the world have signed the worldsteel Sustainable Development Charter.
NAFTA Steel Groups Urge TPP Negotiators to Retain Higher Auto Value Content
Three trade associations representing steel producers in the U.S., Canada & Mexico sent a joint letter with concern about TPP negotiations.
A Solid Gain for Plastics Machinery Shipments in Q2
Shipments data from SPI: The Plastics Industry Trade Association’s CES steadily posted year-over-year gains in every quarter since 2010.
Solar Industry Applauds Energy Bill
If approved & signed into law, legislation would temporarily extend the federal solar investment tax credit (ITC), then ease transition afterward.
NASA’s Experts Provide Assistance at Technology Docking Roadshow
Companies participating in the first annual Technology Docking Roadshow received a glimpse of NASA technology resources.