SAN JOSE – North America-based manufacturers of semiconductor equipment posted $1.28 billion in orders worldwide in March, up 16.1% year-over-year, and down 1.2% sequentially, says SEMI. The figures are based on a three-month average basis.
GLENVIEW, IL – Illinois Tool Works today reported first-quarter 2014 revenues up 4% year-over-year to $3.6 billion. Operating income increased 16% to $667 million.
FREMONT, NH – The SMTA Boston Chapter is hosting a plant tour at the Precision Placement Machines facility here Apr. 22.