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Marketing by Industry · Friday, October 30, 2020

Top U.S. Sheet Metal Fabrication Companies

By IndustrySelect

Sheet metal fabrication is not new, but it is newsworthy. As the world races to create a vaccine to fight COVID-19, part of the solution has been in existence for thousands of years. The same virus that can live for several days on plastic lasts only four hours on copper surfaces[i]. Hundreds of antimicrobial copper alloys are recognized by the US Environmental Protection Agency as able to kill harmful bacteria. If used in hospitals, HVAC systems and other high volume areas of potential contact, antimicrobial copper alloys could help control the spread of many diseases until a vaccine or a cure can be found.

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Marketing by Industry · Wednesday, October 28, 2020

Finding Companies That Need Freight Hauled Amid COVID-19

By IndustrySelect

Even with the effects of COVID-19 shutdowns, the manufacturing industry still requires freight and shipping services to create and deliver their products to the nation. As a freight company, finding companies that need freight hauled does not need to be a difficult endeavor. Here are some ways that you can find opportunities regardless of outside forces.

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Industrial News · Wednesday, October 28, 2020

New U.S. Manufacturing Plants Announced in October 2020

By IndustrySelect

We've been reporting on new plant announcements and expansions through most of 2020 and October saw some major announcements, with two new PPE operations, several food processing facilities and a massive new steel operation. Encompassing nine states and representing a diverse set of industries, these are the major new or expanded U.S. manufacturing operations announced in October.

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Industrial News · Wednesday, October 21, 2020

COVID-19 Pandemic Manufacturing Recovery: What U.S. Manufacturers Are Reporting (SURVEY)

By IndustrySelect

Throughout the COVID-19 Pandemic, the U.S. Census Bureau has been surveying small businesses across the U.S. on the Pandemic's impact on operations, providing compelling insight into how the Pandemic has affected everything from employment and revenue to supply chains and outlook on a weekly basis. Today, we're going to break down the results of the survey as it pertains to U.S. manufacturing companies, including specific information on revenue, employment, supply chain issues and outlook, and provide insight into the specific needs of manufacturers as the recovery takes hold.

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Industrial News · Tuesday, October 13, 2020

Factory Hiring Picks Up in September, While Thousands of Manufacturing Jobs Go Unfilled

By IndustrySelect

New data released by the Bureau of Labor statistics shows the U.S. added 661,000 jobs in September, while the unemployment rate declined to 7.9%, according to a report issued by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This is roughly half of the 1.4 million jobs the nation added in August. The U.S. manufacturing sector added jobs in September as well and hiring picked up in the sector compared to August. The Department of Labor reports the sector added 66,000 jobs in September, accelerating from the 29,000 positions added in August. Notably, however, the U.S. industrial sector is currently 647,000 jobs short of pre-pandemic levels.

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Marketing/Sales Resources · Friday, October 2, 2020

B2B Sales & Marketing Trends and Projections Amid COVID-19

By IndustrySelect

So much has happened in 2020 that was unprecedented. Simply looking forward to 2021 has become a definite challenge. The only way to get a handle on what to expect in sales and marketing next year is to study the data from this year, especially during COVID-19, and project using the most likely scenarios.

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Industrial News · Monday, September 28, 2020

New U.S. Manufacturing Plants Announced in September 2020

By IndustrySelect

Recent data finds the U.S. manufacturing sector continues to make progress in its slow climb back from pandemic lows. Manufacturing activity, including new orders and production, is firmly in expansion territory, though hiring has been lagging behind other key metrics in recent months. Read more: The Big Picture Look at U.S. Manufacturing Business Conditions (Sept. 2020) We've been reporting on new plant announcements and expansions through most of 2020 and September was a strong month, with some major announcements made in transportation, PPE, food products and the burgeoning cannabis industry.

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Marketing by Industry · Wednesday, September 23, 2020

Industrial Automation and COVID-19: Are More Manufacturers Looking to Invest in Technology?

By IndustrySelect

Due to fears about the transmissivity of COVID-19, remote interaction has become the method of choice for everything from schools to manufacturing. Controlling and operating complex design, construction and assembly of various products with limited human interaction has forced an industry-wide reset. Here are some of the things that manufacturers discovered in their move to embrace automation at scale.

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Marketing/Sales Resources · Tuesday, September 22, 2020

The 4 Pillars of Effective Industrial B2B Prospecting Emails

By IndustrySelect

Using email as a method of prospecting to industrial companies can be challenging. Over 75% of prospecting emails are ignored or deleted without being read. This type of treatment can be avoided simply by attempting to establish a real relationship with your prospect. Here's how.

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Marketing by Industry · Wednesday, September 16, 2020

Which U.S. States Have the Most Industrial Machinery Manufacturers?

By IndustrySelect

Industrial machinery and equipment is a popular industry for many users of IndustrySelect's live database of 500,000 industrial companies. Currently, there are 45,876 industrial machinery and equipment manufacturers listed in IndustrySelect's database. But which U.S. states account for the most industrial machinery manufacturers? Today, we're going to take a closer look at the industry and list the top 15 states for industrial machinery manufacturing.

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Marketing/Sales Resources · Thursday, September 10, 2020

Top CRMs Used for Industrial Sales

By IndustrySelect

In order to integrate IndustrySelect with the most commonly used CRMs among our userbase, we recently turned to our thousands of customers in industrial sales, marketing, and business development to find out what CRM they used to manage interactions with their industrial clients. The results of the survey were very revealing, and we thought we would share these results with you today.

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Marketing by Industry · Wednesday, September 9, 2020

How Staffing Agencies Can Expand Into the Drug & Medical Supply Market

By IndustrySelect

COVID-19 has caused a number of cutbacks across the manufacturing industry. One area that is experiencing exponential growth is the medical and pharmaceutical supply industry. For staffing agencies currently looking for opportunities, this is a sector that offers them en masse. The number of companies involved in medical and pharmaceutical supply is relatively high compared to many other sectors. Based on data provided by MNI, there are nearly 1,500 medical supply companies across the United States and over 14,500 chemical supply companies. The latter are companies that produce chemicals that may be used for pharmaceuticals or other purposes. Together, these sectors provide almost 170,000 jobs at present. However, this number is growing as the industry catches up with demand created by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Industrial News · Friday, September 4, 2020

Labor Report: Factory Hiring Soft in August, but Manufacturing Job Openings on the Rise

By IndustrySelect

New data released by the Bureau of Labor statistics shows the U.S. added 1.4 million jobs in August and the unemployment rate fell to 8.4%. This is roughly in line with 1.8 million jobs added in July. The U.S. manufacturing sector added jobs in August as well, but hiring was far softer than in other sectors.

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Marketing by Industry · Wednesday, September 2, 2020

Looking Ahead - 2021 Growth Projections for the U.S. Staffing Industry

By IndustrySelect

COVID-19 has thrown a wrench into the plans of companies nationwide, with the most unfortunate having to shutter operations and others having to drastically change their planned course. Gallup polls indicate that manufacturing and production jobs have decreased by up to 15%, with at least 32% of workers experiencing reduced hours. This has rippled into the staffing industry as many segments of manufacturing now have a far lower demand for employees. As a result, industrial staffing is slated to drop by 22% in 2020. Despite these dismal figures, North America represents the fastest-growing region globally for staffing and recruitment.

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Industrial News · Wednesday, August 26, 2020

New U.S. Manufacturing Plants Announced in August

By IndustrySelect

Recent data finds the U.S. industrial sector continues to show signs of life, with new orders, employment and production all showing steady improvement following the historic lows recorded at the height of the pandemic. Furthering this cautious optimism, new plant announcements and expansions have accompanied the recovery, making headlines throughout the month of August.

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Marketing/Sales Resources · Wednesday, August 12, 2020

Industrial Sales Lead Research (Part Five): Knowing your Prospects' Competition

By IndustrySelect

Time-tested companies are restructuring, new entities are emerging to capitalize on new opportunities and others are either downsizing or folding altogether. Companies need to pay close attention to what others in their field are doing in order to stay ahead in this complex game.

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Marketing by Industry · Tuesday, August 11, 2020

Largest U.S. Spring Manufacturers

By IndustrySelect

Springs are elastic objects that can store or release mechanical energy. They are used in countless devices to assist with motion control. The spring manufacturing industry is comprised of 413 companies, almost half of which (40%) are located in the Midwest. The South, West and Northeast host 22%, 18% and 20% respectively. A full 50% of all spring manufacturers distribute domestically.

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Industrial News · Friday, August 7, 2020

Which Manufacturing Industries Added Jobs in July?

By IndustrySelect

New data released by the Bureau of Labor statistics shows the U.S. added 1.8 million jobs in July, while the unemployment rate fell to 10.2% from June's 11.1%. The U.S. manufacturing sector added jobs but at a far slower rate than in previous months. The Department of Labor reports the sector added 26,000 positions in July, a far cry from the staggering 356,000 jobs it added in June (or the 225,000 gained in May).

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Marketing/Sales Resources · Thursday, August 6, 2020

B2B Lead Generation: How to Find More Prospects Just Like Your Best Customers

By IndustrySelect

"Where can I find more like you?" We've all said it, whether in reference to a star employee or reliable vendor. And most of us have said this about our customers. Where do we generate more B2B leads that possess the same set of needs for our products and services as do our best customers? We know they are out there, but how do we find them? It is (and literally can be) the million-dollar question.

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Industrial News · Tuesday, July 28, 2020

New U.S. Manufacturing Companies Announced in July

By IndustrySelect

Now that the U.S. manufacturing sector is beginning to emerge from the long shutdown period brought on by the pandemic, the headlines are filled with better news for the sector, including a sharp rebound in manufacturing activity and increased hiring. New plant announcements and news of expansion have accompanied the recovery and have dominated manufacturing headlines in July. In fact, from the looks of all the new manufacturing plant openings and expansions announced this month, you'd think July was the new January. Some new and expanded operations are focused on high-demand pandemic-related items such as PPE or pharmaceuticals, while others run the gambit from electric vehicles; flooring; lumber; plastic injection molding; snack foods and aviation. This post will explore the many new plants and expansions announced in July on a state-by-state basis. Encompassing 20 states, these are the major new or expanded manufacturing operations announced in July.

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Marketing/Sales Resources · Tuesday, July 28, 2020

Who Needs to Buy What I'm Selling? Finding the Right Customer for Your Product or Service

By IndustrySelect

You might have a strong sales pitch, a quality product and a competitive price, but sales might elude you until you find the right audience for your message. Identifying new opportunities for growth is often a matter of figuring out who needs the products or services you're selling. Read on to learn how.

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Marketing by Industry · Wednesday, July 22, 2020

Top 11 Lumber & Wood Companies in the U.S.

By IndustrySelect

The forestry and lumber industry is a key element of the U.S. rural economy. In fact, the paper and pulp sector is predicted to reach nearly $680 billion by 2027. Additionally, the National Association of State Foresters is currently seeking an additional $500 million in the form of a COVID-19 stimulus package to support the forest products supply chain, forest management and job creation in this industry.

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Marketing/Sales Resources · Monday, July 20, 2020

Marketing to HVAC Equipment Manufacturers: Top Trends and New Opportunities

By IndustrySelect

The HVAC industry is poised to become a $367.5 billion market by 2030. Although this sector is currently feeling the effects of COVID-19, there is a promising future for refrigeration and heating equipment manufacturers. Marketing your products and services to these manufacturers is a viable strategy, but it's important to understand the unique opportunities and challenges linked to COVID-19.

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Marketing by Industry · Wednesday, July 15, 2020

Top U.S. Manufacturers of Refrigeration and Heating Equipment

By IndustrySelect

If you are searching for a resilient industry to market to, look no further than refrigeration and heating equipment. Properly storing food and maintaining safe and comfortable temperatures inside buildings are the main responsibilities of this sector. By creating custom microclimates, it is possible to provide livable structures anywhere in the world. This has had substantial effects on population distribution, health and urban development. The same technology has also drastically reduced food spoilage and associated waste. Because of these factors, this industry is relatively insulated against even the biggest global upheavals.

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Marketing/Sales Resources · Wednesday, July 15, 2020

Industrial Sales Lead Research (Part 4): The Advantages of Understanding Company Hierarchy

By IndustrySelect

Despite the overwhelming majority of manufacturing companies being privately held, it does not mean that they are not part of a corporate family. For our purposes, family does not refer to ownership by people who are related to each other. We are referring to parent companies that acquire and retain smaller businesses, usually in a related field. Understanding company hierarchy can give you an advantage in generating sales in the manufacturing sector.

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Industrial News · Thursday, July 9, 2020

U.S. Manufacturing Hiring Gains Strength in June While 328,000 Positions Go Unfilled

By IndustrySelect

New data released by the Bureau of Labor statistics shows the U.S. added 4.8 million jobs in June 2020, nearly double the number added in May. The unemployment rate fell to 11.1% after spiking to a record high of 14.70% in April. The U.S. manufacturing sector recovered another 356,000 jobs in June, adding to the 225,000 industrial positions the sector gained in May. Another Labor Department report out this week found there are hundreds of thousands of new job openings in manufacturing.

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Marketing/Sales Resources · Tuesday, July 7, 2020

Industrial Sales Leads Research (Part Three): Discovering the Latest News on Your Prospects

By IndustrySelect

Knowing the latest information on a manufacturing company can help make introductions a seamless affair. As a salesperson, you should be educated on your prospects and able to speak comfortably about any current events that may affect their operations. The more you know about their business, the more confidence they will have in your ability to help them reach more customers.

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Marketing by Industry · Tuesday, June 30, 2020

Top Manufacturers of Cleaning Chemicals in the U.S.

By IndustrySelect

The cleaning chemical industry is one of the sectors that is actually doing well despite the COVID-19-induced recession. In fact, according to an analysis of search trends on the industrial marketplace IndustryNet, chemicals were the second most searched category during the month of May. Of these, cleaning chemicals were by far the most popular. This comes as no surprise, as businesses look to adopt sterilizing protocols and safer work environments during the economic reopening.

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Marketing/Sales Resources · Tuesday, June 23, 2020

Industrial Sales Lead Research (Part Two): Identifying & Researching Key Decision Makers

By IndustrySelect

COVID-19 has created an unprecedented situation for manufacturers, and many have seen their priorities shift as they engaged their crisis response plans over the past few months. These plans might include changes in leadership, so a different person may be making purchase decisions - especially if you're offering a product or service that supports a manufacturers crisis response. Your research process should explore how COVID-19 impacts leads, how priorities might be changing, whether or not new competitors have emerged and what kind of emergency response plans the manufacturer is likely to adopt. These are the challenges executives are currently facing, so understanding their situation is crucial in order to empathize with and sell to them effectively.

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Marketing by Industry · Wednesday, June 17, 2020

Key Trends in the U.S. Agriculture Equipment Market

By IndustrySelect

Understanding the current state of the agriculture equipment industry, particularly in the United States, can be challenging. That's especially true in this period of trade turmoil and in the wake of coronavirus. Here, we provide an overview of the international and national agriculture equipment industry so you can navigate the market with confidence.

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