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November 10, 2010 - Volume:00 Issue:00

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North Carolina Manufacturer Reduces Set Up and Changeover Times for Small Systems That Help Keep Big Birds Flying
When you think about Boeing's new "Dreamliner" 787, what comes to mind? Its remarkable size (wing span, 197 ft, length, 186 ft, height, 56 ft)? Or, perhaps it's the 787's astonishing cruise speed of Mach 0.85? All awesome stats. We'll bet you don't think hydraulic systems, linear hydraulic actuators, rotary pumps and motors. But they're definitely on the minds of the folks at Triumph Actuation Systems, especially after they've found a new machine to grind out more profit from these parts.
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Competitiveness Council Releases Initiative that Includes an Urgent Call to Action to Ignite American Manufacturing
"We urge the President and Congress to act with us to implement this strategy and do their part to unleash America's manufacturing potential. This strategy is powerful because it includes input from the highest levels of industry, academia, research and labor�representing sectors across the manufacturing landscape. These leaders and experts agree that manufacturing is critical for American prosperity and national security. We must take immediate action to remain globally competitive."
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Industry News

U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Up 80% in 2011; Dollar Amount 2nd Highest in Last 15 Years
"The factors that are fueling this tremendous surge...have all come together at one time. This is something that's never been seen before and as a result we are seeing a true renaissance for manufacturing in the U.S."
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