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MiBiz Growth Report: Nov. 21, 2022
Below is a snapshot of growth activity that was published in our Nov. 21, 2022 print edition.
Construction firms worry labor availability may disrupt major project pipeline
Ahistoric influx of federal stimulus and infrastructure funding, combined with the state’s full-court press for large battery manufacturing plants, is on a collision course with a widespread construction labor shortage.
Feyen Zylstra sells Industrial Tech division to automation integrator ATS Global
WALKER — What started out as a conversation between executives at Feyen Zylstra LLC and ATS Global about deepening their partnership for Industry 4.0 technologies ultimately led to the two companies striking a deal.
MiBiz Growth Report: February 14, 2022
Here is a snapshot of company activity from our February 14, 2022 print edition.
Feyen Zylstra receives $250,000 in federal funding for new innovation center
WALKER — Electrical services and industrial technology firm Feyen Zylstra LLC is partnering with the federal Clean Energy Smart Manufacturing Institute to create a new innovation center.
Service provider expects automation demand to remain strong in 2022
As businesses face a profound talent crunch prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic, many companies have turned to automation to fill the gaps. The shift has proven to be a major boon to companies like Walker-based electrical services and industrial technology firm Feyen Zylstra LLC.
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West Michigan organizations to partner on Industry 4.0 workshops for companies
A partnership among West Michigan organizations supporting advanced manufacturing has announced an opportunity for area companies to learn more about Industry 4.0.
Cybersecurity experts say automation also brings risk
For manufacturers adopting Industry 4.0 technology into their operations, experts warn: With automation comes risk.
Executives prioritize being adaptable, inclusive in leading multigenerational workplaces
In her 23 years at Grand Rapids-based tech firm Open Systems Technology Inc., Meredith Bronk has seen the company grow from seven employees to more than 300.
Feyen Zylstra acquires Dynics Services Group
GRAND RAPIDS — Feyen Zylstra LLC, a Grand Rapids-based electrical services and industrial technology firm, has expanded its footprint into North Carolina following a recent acquisition.
Small and medium manufacturers lag behind in Industry 4.0 race
As a company that has operated for more than 70 years, Jenison-based Nu-Wool Co. Inc. certainly was not oblivious to the fact that higher levels of technology and automation could transform its production process, according to executives.
‘Manufacturing Millennial’ helps industry appeal to younger workers
While Jake Hall might not tout the same beastly social media metrics as some famous American socialites, he considers himself a rare influencer in the manufacturing industry.
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Automation providers see an opening during production pause
As businesses have been forced to pause operations in order to slow the spread of COVID-19, manufacturers are using the opportunity to explore and research new technologies that could change their future processes.
Recession could spur manufacturers’ investments in automation
The fallout from the coronavirus pandemic may prompt a new spike in the adoption of automation among the region’s manufacturers and have a lasting effect on an already shifting labor market.
STILL PROCESSING: Overloaded with big data, manufacturers struggle to extract valuable information
The ongoing Industry 4.0 revolution has the potential to transform how companies organize, operate and profit. At the same time, manufacturers are struggling to pinpoint and extract value from this new ability to gather seemingly limitless amounts of data.
ABC announces winners of Excellence in Construction awards
GRAND RAPIDS — Associated Builders and Contractors of Western Michigan has announced the winners of its 33rd annual Excellence in Construction awards.
Feyen Zylstra plans $5.3M expansion in Walker
WALKER — Industrial technology and electrical services firm Feyen Zylstra LLC plans to invest $5.3 million in a new facility in Walker.