Industrial Manufacturing

Hong Kong – September 12, 2026 -- SANY Heavy Industry (600031.SH) posted first-half 2026 revenue of approximately $7.89 billion, up 19.49% year-on-year, with net profit attributable to shareholders rising 9.13% to $838.887 million.

Second-quarter growth outpaces first-half average as overseas sales accelerate

Q2 revenue climbed 24.39% to $4.328 billion, surpassing the first-half growth rate, while net profit attributable to shareholders increased 16.93% to $473.108 million. Operating cash flow reached $1.440 billion. Total assets stood at $26.708 billion and shareholders' equity at $13.576 billion as of June 30.

Los Angeles – September 12, 2026 -- A new segment of the Public Television series "All Access hosted by Andy Garcia," filmed August 25, 2026, examines how advanced fabric engineering at Portwest is being used to reduce heat-related workplace injuries and improve compliance across heavy industry, technology and renewable energy sectors.

Portwest links thermoregulation directly to injury prevention in industrial settings

The segment details how workers face dual thermal threats from ambient heat and metabolic exertion, and how failure to manage moisture and airflow in protective clothing leads to cognitive fatigue and higher injury rates. Portwest's approach uses lightweight, high-performance textiles with moisture-wicking properties designed to maintain steady core body temperature during intense physical activity, positioning thermal management as a safety mechanism rather than a comfort feature.

New Britain, Conn. – September 12, 2026 -- Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) confirmed that President & CEO Chris Nelson will speak at the Morgan Stanley 14th Annual Laguna Conference on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 11:30 AM PT (2:30 PM ET).

Nelson to address investors at Morgan Stanley's flagship conference

The appearance places Nelson before institutional investors attending Morgan Stanley's annual Laguna gathering, a venue where executives typically field questions on strategy, capital allocation and end-market demand.

Company to stream session live for 30-day investor access

Stanley Black & Decker will carry a live webcast of the session in the Events section of its Investors website. A replay will remain available on the site for 30 days following the event, giving shareholders and analysts an extended window to review Nelson's remarks.

Carrollton, Ga. – September 12, 2026 -- Southwire Company, LLC disclosed that it spent $890 million with small and certified-owned suppliers in 2025 as part of its newly released Inclusion Report, underscoring the wire and cable manufacturer's push to tie supplier diversity to core business metrics.

Southwire's inclusion employee net promoter score climbs to 70

The $9.7 billion company, which employs more than 9,000 team members, said its Inclusion Employee Net Promoter Score (eNPS) reached 70 in 2025, up 17 points since 2021. The metric tracks employee sentiment across the organization's inclusion programming.

Miami – September 12, 2026 -- ARK MFG has acquired Therma-Tek Commercial Cooking Solutions, extending its American-made manufacturing portfolio from commercial refrigeration into professional cooking equipment.

ARK MFG adds hot-side cooking equipment to its refrigeration business

Therma-Tek, a U.S.-based manufacturer of professional commercial cooking equipment, is used by chefs and restaurateurs worldwide. All Therma-Tek products are designed and manufactured domestically, aligning with ARK MFG's focus on U.S.-based industrial brands.

ARK MFG plans facility rebuild and headquarters relocation for Therma-Tek

ARK MFG will invest in a comprehensive rebuild of the Therma-Tek manufacturing facility and relocate its operations into ARK MFG's global headquarters. Gian Carlo Alonso, Founder and CEO of ARK MFG, said the deal lets the company build a cooking equipment line to complement its existing refrigeration offerings.

Hong Kong – September 12, 2026 -- SANY Heavy Industry (600031.SH) reported first-half 2026 revenue of approximately $7.89 billion, up 19.49% year-on-year, with net profit attributable to shareholders rising 9.13% to $838.887 million.

Second-quarter growth accelerates past first-half pace

Q2 revenue climbed 24.39% to $4.328 billion, outpacing the half-year average, while net profit rose 16.93% to $473.108 million. Operating cash flow reached $1.440 billion. Total assets stood at $26.708 billion as of June 30, with shareholders' equity at $13.576 billion.

Overseas sales now account for 61.33% of core revenue

International revenue reached $4.724 billion, up 21.82%. Africa led regional growth at 47.66% to $790.234 million, followed by the Americas at 24.70% to $930.294 million, Asia-Pacific and Australia at 17.38% to $1.981 billion, and Europe at 12.68% to $1.022 billion.

Yokohama – September 12, 2026 -- Panasonic Automotive Systems Co., Ltd. and its group companies have secured validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets aligned with limiting global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.

SBTi confirms Panasonic Automotive's emissions targets meet Paris Agreement 1.5°C threshold

The Yokohama-based Tier 1 automotive supplier, led by President Masashi Nagayasu, received the validation from SBTi, a body jointly operated by CDP, the United Nations Global Compact, the World Resources Institute, and the World Wide Fund for Nature. The initiative certifies corporate GHG reduction plans against Paris Agreement benchmarks.

Grand Rapids, Mich. – – September 12, 2026 -- Rib thickness exceeding half the adjoining wall, missing draft angles, and uneven wall sections rank among the leading causes of sink marks, part sticking, and warpage in plastic injection molding, according to a HelloNation analysis featuring Ryan Eggleston of UTP Solutions dbu-Medi-Tec Plastics in Grand Rapids.

Rib thickness above half the wall causes sink marks and warpage

Eggleston recommends keeping rib thickness at roughly half the adjoining wall to prevent surface defects while preserving structural strength. Ribs that are too thick at the base cool unevenly relative to surrounding sections, producing visible sink marks and part distortion.

Chicago – – September 12, 2026 -- Hiperbaric will exhibit its Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP) equipment line at the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) 2026, running September 14 to 19 at McCormick Place, with the company positioned at Booth 236028 in the North Building, Level 3.

Hong Kong – – September 11, 2026 -- SANY Heavy Industry (600031.SH) posted first-half 2026 revenue of approximately $7.89 billion, up 19.49% year-over-year, with attributable net profit rising 9.13% to $838.887 million.

Second-quarter revenue growth accelerates to 24.39%, outpacing first-half rate

Q2 revenue reached $4.328 billion, while attributable net profit climbed 16.93% to $473.108 million. Operating cash flow totaled $1.44 billion. As of June 30, total assets stood at $26.708 billion and net equity at $13.576 billion.

Overseas revenue hits $4.724 billion, now 61.33% of core business

International sales grew 21.82% year-over-year. By region, Africa led growth at 47.66% to $790.234 million, followed by the Americas at 24.70% to $930.294 million, Asia and Australia at 17.38% to $1.981 billion, and Europe at 12.68% to $1.022 billion.