ESP Acquires Swan Engineering
Swan Engineering is a full-stocking seal distributor. It began in the aerospace and railroad industries in 1954.
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Vaderstad, Nexat Form Partnership
The companies have developed a system characterized as an “all-in-one-system-tractor.”
Read moreS3 Acquires Maker of AWS Airbar
AWS and S3 have a shared history. S3 Air Systems manufactures the rotors used in AWS’s flagship airbar.
Read moreVermeer’s Health Clinic Tests Employees for COVID
The on-site service makes it easier for Vermeer to track potential outbreaks, clinic leadership said.
Read moreWebinar: Grant Resources for Manufacturers
Get tips on pursuing state and federal grants for manufacturers.
Read moreUnions Approve Titan International Contracts
The three approved contracts cover approximately 800 USW-represented workers.
Read moreThree Titan International Tire Facilities Ratify New Contracts
PRNewswire — Titan International, Inc. announced that Titan employees represented by the United Steelworkers (“USW”) have voted to ratify new
Read moreS3 Group has acquired TEMP Farm Equipment Ltd.
Saskatchewan-based S3 Group has acquired TEMP Farm Equipment Ltd., of Mitchell, Ont. TEMP Farm Equipment is best know for its AWS
Read moreMurdock Joins Montag
“Mr. Murdock has extensive experience in OEM marketing and dealer network sales support, and we are fortunate to have him join our family of talented employees,” said CEO Anthony Montag.
Read moreUnverferth Names VP of Sales
He succeeds Dan Fanger, who retires this Friday after a distinguished 56-year career with the company.
Read moreBuhler Sells Shares to Combine Factory
Prior to completion of the acquisition, the company held about 80 percent of Buhler’s total issued and outstanding shares. Now it holds about 97 percent of Buhler’s shares.
Read moreSuppliers Meet Next Week to Plan Summit
Supplier board chairman Scott Moss said the board will focus on “making the most of our host city and planning events that will create opportunities to talk business and have fun.”
Read moreAGCO Partners with College to Train Techs
The program will leverage AGCO technical experts to train technicians from existing dealerships.
Read moreKirby Brings Piece of Aviation History to Museum
The aircraft was used during a mission in the Middle East. It was the first of five that will be moved from Hawaii to Atwater, Calif.
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Happy Anniversary, and Welcome
See what companies have recently applied for membership in the Association and who is celebrating milestone membership anniversaries.
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From the Association to You: Merry Christmas
Through decades of membership, time-tested friendships, shared experiences, and mutual support, there is a family here that defies genetics.
Read moreMacDon to Partner with Case IH, New Holland
In separate news releases last week, Case IH and New Holland Agriculture announced partnerships with MacDon Industries related to draper headers.
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Is Your Directory Listing Up to Date?
Members use this directory until the corners are curled and the pages coffee-stained. It is important your company’s listing is current and accurate.
Read morePoettinger Hits Record Sales in Milestone Year
Sales revenue in Canada increased by 48 percent at Poettinger, which drove a record in sales during the company’s 150th year.
Read morePrecision Planting to Buy Software, App Company
The purchase “complements AGCO’s vision of being the trusted partner for industry-leading smart farming solutions …”
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Association Offers Cyber Security Member Service
Members of Farm Equipment Manufacturers Association now have access to a no-cost online service to protect against cyberattacks.
Read moreJCA Announces New CEO, New Location
Darcy Cook has been with JCA for eight years. He has been developing off-road electronic control systems for 20 years and has also spent time designing satellites systems for the Canadian Space Agency.
Read moreWalterscheid Buys IFA Kardan
“This acquisition is another strategic step for us and will expand our driveshaft portfolio even further,” Walterscheid’s CEO said.
Read moreRevenue Dips, Gross Profit Climbs at Buhler
The company stated that demand for products remains strong and it is working to increase production to meet the growing order backlog.
Read moreOn An Association Committee? Check Your Inbox
The Association is calling on member executives to renew their commitment to committee work or get started this year. The work helps define our direction.
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Sentry Offers Comprehensive Safety Toolkit
“The content is designed to provide more than just lists of what manufacturers need to do,” said Sentry’s Bryant Hintz. “It is designed to give manufacturers examples and resources to help build their safety programs.”
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President’s Message: Burenga Looks Ahead
“We are here to do business,” Burenga writes, “and in some cases, we are even competitors, but we recognize the value of moving the industry forward together, and we are genuine people who support one another.”
Read moreIn Memoriam: Gary Andrew MacDonald
“His office door always open, Gary Mac lived what he believed,” his obituary said, which is “business isn’t about business, it’s about people.”
Read moreAlamo Acquires Timberwolf
Timberwolf manufactures commercial wood chippers primarily serving markets in the U.K. and the European Union.
Read moreGreat Plains Promotes Shurts to VP
Shurts joined Great Plains in 2020. Prior to his time at Great Plains, he worked as the COO at Tribine Harvester, and the director of operations for AGCO.
Read morePlatinum Equity Buys Oregon Tool
Oregon Tool CEO Paul Tonnesen said “Platinum’s investment and operational expertise can help accelerate our growth and innovation …”
Read moreAGCO’s Q3 Shows Biggest Gains in South America
Broken down by region, AGCO reported a 36.6 percent increase in sales in South America and an 8.5 percent increase in North America for the quarter.
Read moreWebinar News: Join Sessions on Supply Chain, Safety, Marketing
The Association, in partnership with member companies, invites you to join these webinars focused on industry issues.
Read moreMembers Gather in OKC
The convention drew a lighter crowd than fall conventions before the pandemic but showed significant gains from the 2021 Supply Summit in Kansas City.
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Alamo Group Announces 2021 Third Quarter Results
Ag Division net sales increase 25% in Q3.
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President’s Column: Time, Effort Today Lead to Big Gains
Time is in short supply, which calls on you to use it wisely. Start by tapping into resources available through your membership.
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Art’s Way Reports 27 Percent Sales Increase in Q3
The company saw a 71 percent increase in grinder mixer sales, a 60 percent increase in beet equipment sales, and a 13 percent rise in manure spreader sales for the year to date.
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Fall Convention: Big Enough to Create Buzz, Do Business
“We see a dip in attendance among our Canadian members, which we understand, but of course their presence will be missed,” Executive Vice President Vernon Schmidt said.
Read moreArt’s-Way Results for Q3
Art’s-Way Manufacturing Announces Second Straight Profitable Quarter And $1.8 Million Improvement In Operating Income For The First Nine Months Of
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Case Counts, National Event Research, Suggest Low-Risk, Ordinary Meeting
Research concludes that “you are dramatically less likely to contract COVID-19 at a business event than by simply performing day-to-day activities such as grocery shopping.”
Read moreSpeaker Will Explore Cyber Risk, Member Resource
Josh Linton from Enquiron will join the Association for a breakout session in Oklahoma City to discuss cyber risks and a new, no-cost cyber resource for members.
Read moreAssociate Member Sections to Elect Leaders in OKC
The marketing section will hold its traditional fall meeting to elect leadership. The supplier section, which typically elects new board members at Supply Summit, also will elect leaders.
Read moreHere’s to 70 Years! And Five, and 45, and 15 …
Worksaver is celebrating its 70th anniversary as an Association member. Executives there have long optimized their membership through participation.
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Member Resource: Webinars
Get information on researching ERPs, the potential of Manufacturing Extension Partnerships, succession planning, and more.
Read moreTrial Production Begins at New BKT Plant
When the plant begins to operate at capacity, it will employ 500 people and manufacture medium- and small-diameter tires for agricultural and industrial machines.
Read moreEverything Attachments Plans Expansion
The company will build a 105,000-square-foot facility to expand production capacity and reduce delivery time. It envisions a similar facility in three to five years.
Read moreSalford Group Names New Sales Manager
Tom Rodgers brings 28 years of experience in the agriculture industry. He also is a fourth-generation landowner in Pike County, Ill., and has a history of service in ag-related organizations.
Read moreAGCO Buys Livestock Tech Company
The newly acquired company is the creator of ChickenBoy, the world’s first ceiling-suspended robot that monitors broiler chickens.
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Association to Host Annual Business Meeting, Elections
Convention attendees in Oklahoma City will elect new leaders for their respective membership sections.
Read moreEverything Attachments To Invest $20M In North Carolina
The farm implement and tractor attachment maker will create 147 jobs at its new multi-building manufacturing campus in Conover, NC.
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