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Innovation Is Thriving In Arizona

Business Facilities

In Mesa, Boeing employs more than 3,700 people at its 2-million-square-foot facility to build Apache attack helicopters for the U.S. Across the street is the global headquarters for the major rotorcraft manufacturer, MD Helicopters, which builds high-performance helicopters for both civilian and military use worldwide.

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Location Focus: Washington – Scenic Vistas And Soaring Industry Side By Side

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From the May/June 2014 issue. The success in keeping Boeing in the Pacific Northwest is already reaping dividends for Washington: Boeing has made a commitment to the Puget Sound region in choosing to build the 777X carbon composites wing in Everett, Boeing Commercial Airplanes CEO Ray Conner recently announced. Photo: seattle.gov.).

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities – Metro And Global Rankings

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From the July/August 2014 issue. To read about the 2014 state rankings, visit this link.). The facility is slated to build four airplanes a month, but could expand to eight planes a month eventually. Like Youngstown, Toledo is on track to see exports double between 2009 and 2014. By Business Facilities Staff. suppliers.

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Location Focus: Florida – Rebounded And Ready

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From the July/August 2014 issue. The North RO Plant, completed in 2010, is capable of processing 12 million gallons/and is poised to meet build-out demands. Cape Coral hosts diverse investment zones, commercial corridors and industrial parks suitable for a wide range of corporate and entrepreneurial pursuits.

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The Best Hard Hat for Electricians

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2014 (Class G) Compliant, provides dielectric protection up to 2,200 volts. 1-2014 requirements for type 1 Class G & C, or C. Moisture-wicking foam backed Microfiber liner reduces sweat build-up. This type of hard hat can be used by electricians in work zones that have voltage levels up to 2,200 volts. ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2014

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Industry Focus: Global Aerospace Production Soars To New Heights

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From the July/August 2014 issue. According to Deloitte’s 2014 Global Aerospace and Defense Outlook , the commercial aerospace sector is expected to experience significant growth this year, driven by continued record-setting production levels at assembly facilities and throughout the aerospace supplier network. By Shana Daley.

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Hear About US House Construction Increase, Buy America Policy, and US LNG Project Approvals

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The goal of the Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA), which was adopted as part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in 2021, is to increase the federal government’s procurement of domestic goods and services. The Census Bureau said Tuesday that housing starts, a gauge of new home building, exceeded estimates by 0.1%.