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Small Business Employment Growth Strong in Q1, Says Jobs Index
Small business employment growth strong in the first quarter of 2015 according to the Paychex | IHS Small Business JobsIndex.
Saudi Arabia's Role Is Changing in Global Energy Markets, Baker Institute Says
Saudi Arabia's role in global energy markets is changing as it reshapes itself as a supplier of refined petroleum products, moving beyond its traditional role as a crude oil exporter.
China Leads Global Linear and Torque Motors Market, IHS Says
According to "The World Market for Linear and Torque Motors," a new report from IHS Technology, China leads the global linear and torque motors market, due to continuing growth in the electronics, electronic assembly, semiconductor, machine tools and flat-panel display industries. The torque and
U.S. Regulators Order Valve Replacements on 6,000 Rail Tank Cars
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is ordering the owners of an estimated 6,000 tank cars to replace unapproved valves that have resulted in oil leaks from trains hauling crude.
IT Roles in a Changing Water Industry
As global water issues become more severe and water utilities adjust to changing demands from their stakeholders, technology vendors need to understand the common issues that water utilities face and alter the way they communicate with them to maximize their value to the industry.
Light Sensor Market to Grow 16% Between 2013 and 2016, Says IHS
Samsung, Apple and Chinese original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) will drive the light sensor market to grow 16% between 2013 and 2016, according to a new report from IHS.
Lithium Battery Rules Could Impact North American Supply Chains
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has warned for years that lithium batteries, both metal and ion, are highly flammable and can easily ignite from other heat sources when carried in bulk in cargo holds.
IHS Forecasts Deceleration for Chinese Machinery Production
Machinery production in China is expected to slow down this year, expanding by 6.9%, the slowest rate since 2012, according to the Chinese Machinery Production Quarterly Tracker report from IHS.
Russia Bundles Water Desalination Technology with Nuclear Power
The head of Rusatom Overseas, a subsidiary of Russia’s State Atomic Energy Corp. (ROSATOM), announced plans to sell desalination facilities integrated with large-capacity nuclear power plants to Russian export markets.
Small Business Index Shows U.S. Job Gains, IHS Says
Small businesses are gaining steam according to the latest Paychex and IHS Small Business Jobs Index. Employment index increased by 0.19% in February, advancing for the second consecutive month in 2015.
Are Growth Prospects Stunted for Plant-based Chemicals?
Crude oil and natural gas have long been the primary feedstocks for the global chemical industry. But renewable feedstocks such as sugar (from corn or sugarcane) and glycerin (from vegetable oils) have recently challenged the dominance of fossil fuels.
Europe Launches Energy Union
Citizens of the 28 European countries that make up the European Union will be able to "take ownership" of their energy supply needs through smart meters, domestic generation, and choosing their energy suppliers under a new Energy Union (EU).
Hispanics Will Account for More Than 40% of Increase in U.S. Employment in Next 5 Years, IHS Says
The Hispanic population will play an increasingly significant role in future U.S. employment growth, accounting for more than 40% of growth in the next five years and more than 75% between 2020 and 2034—an increase of 11 million jobs out of an economy-wide gain of 14 million—according to a new study from IHS.
Addressing Data Security Risks in Industrial Automation
Industry 4.0 (also known as the Fourth Industrial Revolution) promises to bring increased levels of automation and interconnection to manufacturing. Proponents suggest that it should increase efficiency and adaptability to allow for more customizable production.
Logistics: Increasing Efficiency in the Last Mile of the Supply Chain
Unless a storm washes your shipping container off the deck of a ship, supply chains tend to work well—at least until the final mile. That last mile of the supply chain is fraught with hazards that include confusing delivery instructions, signature issues and theft.
Oil Price Drop Leads to Lower Petrochemical Prices and Market Weakness, IHS Says
The recent decline in global oil prices is causing some petrochemical supply chain destocking, but is also sowing the seeds for better economic conditions, lower petrochemical prices and improving global petrochemical demand.
How to Attain (and Retain) Engineering Innovators
Innovation has always been fundamental to engineering and to attain a competitive edge globally, engineers need to have a widespread culture of innovation.
Advanced Industries Help Fuel U.S. Economy
Advanced industries primarily aids in U.S economy but faces challenges as though there is a demand for jobs in advanced industries, training of workers are limited and according to the report by Brookings Institution more needs to be done to grow the pool of skilled workers.
Smartphone Display Manufacturers Face Price Pressures in 2015, IHS Says
IHS reported that panel makers for smartphones are facing difficulties in maintaining the prices in 2015.
Educating the Future Engineer
Educating the future engineers is all about the widening gap between the realities of modern practicing and engineering education. The big challenge becomes how best to close that gap to meet the needs of engineering students, their future employers and their contributions.