How Is the Economy Doing Since President Trump Took Office?
Leave a CommentHistorically when there is a change in presidential administrations, there is a sense of hesitancy in the business and manufacturing world as people wait to see what changes will be made. This year with the election of Donald Trump to the Presidency, that hesitancy does not seem to exist. A key part of President Trump’s campaign platform, and his first months in office has been the goal of bringing manufacturing jobs back to the United States and increasing the amount of American made products and goods. This has led to a positive feeling in the manufacturing industry as companies look…
Historically when there is a change in presidential administrations, there is a sense of hesitancy in the business and manufacturing world as people wait to see what changes will be made. This year with the election of Donald Trump to the Presidency, that hesitancy does not seem to exist. A key part of President Trump’s […]
Introducing AMERIPRIDE Tarp Straps from UP&R
Leave a CommentUP&R is excited to introduce our latest product for the trucking industry: AMERIPRIDE Tarp straps. Made in the USA, the AMERIPRIDE line continues the tradition of our GOLDLINE and SILVERLINE Tarp straps, which have been a standard for the trucking industry since the 1970s. Tarps are vital for truckers to keep their cargo safe from weather and other environmental hazards, and AMERIPRIDE straps will help meet your tarp tie down needs. Made of EPDM in our Middlefield OH facility, the AMERIPRIDE strap has excellent UV and Ozone resistance. The AMERIPRIDE tarp strap is available at an affordable price for use…
UP&R is excited to introduce our latest product for the trucking industry: AMERIPRIDE Tarp straps. Made in the USA, the AMERIPRIDE line continues the tradition of our GOLDLINE and SILVERLINE Tarp straps, which have been a standard for the trucking industry since the 1970s. Tarps are vital for truckers to keep their cargo safe from […]
UP&R is ISO/TS 16949 Certified
Leave a CommentThere are many reasons a company would want to be ISO/TS 16949 certified. ISO is the acronym for the International Standards Organization, which is a non-governmental, independent organization. The ISO publishes standards which lets consumers know they are getting the best products, services, and systems. The ISO also facilitates international trade, with consumers in all countries understanding they will get the best in quality and efficiently produced products, all while being made within specific safety standards. ISO certification is completely voluntary but has gained widely in popularity. To date, the ISO has published over 21,000 standards in a variety of…
There are many reasons a company would want to be ISO/TS 16949 certified. ISO is the acronym for the International Standards Organization, which is a non-governmental, independent organization. The ISO publishes standards which lets consumers know they are getting the best products, services, and systems. The ISO also facilitates international trade, with consumers in all […]
The American Manufacturing Industry and Manufacturing Day
Leave a CommentThe manufacturing industry is very important to the American economy. It is a provider of jobs and goods that the country needs. In recent years there has been a push to promote the importance of manufacturing and make sure that the youth of America know that it is a viable career option. This first led to the creation of Manufacturing Day, which is held on the first Friday of October, which has then grown to celebrating the manufacturing industry all throughout the month of October! The goal of Manufacturing Day is to celebrate the modern manufacturing industry, and inspire the…
The manufacturing industry is very important to the American economy. It is a provider of jobs and goods that the country needs. In recent years there has been a push to promote the importance of manufacturing and make sure that the youth of America know that it is a viable career option. This first led […]
Mixed Signals in US Manufacturing
Leave a CommentSince the recession years of the late 2000s, the manufacturing industry in the US has been working to rebound. In 2016, there are mixed signals and confusion over how the manufacturing industry is doing. Articles and reports are coming out on a regular basis, talking about how this specific market is up, while another is down and even others that are staying flat. Many of the stories seem to be written with a positive spin to show only positive numbers, looking for anyway to portray that manufacturing is as strong as it’s been in years. At Universal Polymer we work…
Since the recession years of the late 2000s, the manufacturing industry in the US has been working to rebound. In 2016, there are mixed signals and confusion over how the manufacturing industry is doing. Articles and reports are coming out on a regular basis, talking about how this specific market is up, while another is […]
National Concrete Pipe Week
Leave a CommentNational Concrete Pipe Week is observed this year from August 14-20 to celebrate the concrete pipe and precast products industry. An initiative of American Concrete Pipe Association, the sole purpose of this week is to make people aware of how concrete pipes, precast units and the ancillary industries related to them positively impact the quality of life of US citizens. During this week long celebration, the contributions of workers, manufacturing plants, and other industries that support concrete pipe producers will be acknowledged. To understand why this week occurs it is important to list out some ways in which concrete pipes…
National Concrete Pipe Week is observed this year from August 14-20 to celebrate the concrete pipe and precast products industry. An initiative of American Concrete Pipe Association, the sole purpose of this week is to make people aware of how concrete pipes, precast units and the ancillary industries related to them positively impact the quality […]
The Precast Show and Mid America Truck Show
Leave a CommentThis year in March, Universal Polymer & Rubber attended both The Precast Show in Nashville, TN and the Mid America Truck Show in Louisville, KY. Both of these shows were great opportunities to network with potential clients and business partners, and to view the latest trends in the industry. Attendance was high for both shows with the crowd being a combination of end users and business-to-business suppliers. The 45th annual Mid-America Trucking Show was a successful event with over 70,000 attendees and over 1,100 exhibitors. The show was competing against a major auto show occurring in Germany at the same…
This year in March, Universal Polymer & Rubber attended both The Precast Show in Nashville, TN and the Mid America Truck Show in Louisville, KY. Both of these shows were great opportunities to network with potential clients and business partners, and to view the latest trends in the industry. Attendance was high for both shows […]
National Safety Month 2016
Leave a CommentEvery year, hundreds of workers are killed or injured at work – everything from a minor fall to major, fatal accidents cost American businesses and manufacturers thousands of man-hours. While industry is constantly working to improve safety measures and habits to protect its employees, sometimes we need an event to help focus even further. National Safety Month While safety is a year-round endeavor, every June, the National Safety Council puts together the National Safety Month. This is an opportunity to draw attention to safety issues in the work place, at home, in the community, and on the roadways. Through supplying…
Every year, hundreds of workers are killed or injured at work – everything from a minor fall to major, fatal accidents cost American businesses and manufacturers thousands of man-hours. While industry is constantly working to improve safety measures and habits to protect its employees, sometimes we need an event to help focus even further. National […]
Universal Polymer to Make the Most of the Six Sigma Methodology
Leave a CommentSix Sigma is the information driven methodology through which business stakeholders and employees can work together to optimize all possible processes and activities related to manufacturing. It works by using quick and accurate identification of inefficiencies, and by improvement of domains that are not utilizing raw materials and resources to the best of their capabilities. Carefully developed by great thinkers like Bill Smith, Mikel Harry, Shingo and Taguchi it is a popular manufacturing concept. The Core Concept of Six Sigma: The basic goal of Six Sigma is to ensure cooperation and collaboration between the pillars of a business. Employees are…
Six Sigma is the information driven methodology through which business stakeholders and employees can work together to optimize all possible processes and activities related to manufacturing. It works by using quick and accurate identification of inefficiencies, and by improvement of domains that are not utilizing raw materials and resources to the best of their capabilities. […]
Earth Day
Leave a CommentIn 1970 an event was first held to honor the Earth and draw attention and support for environmental protection. This event is known today as Earth Day, and is celebrated around the world on April 22nd. With over 190 countries participating and hosting their own events, it is one of the largest civic observances in the world. In 2016 the global theme for Earth Day is “Trees For The Earth” and the goal is over the next five years to plant 7.8 billion trees which will absorb excess and harmful carbon dioxide from our atmosphere and help to produce more…
In 1970 an event was first held to honor the Earth and draw attention and support for environmental protection. This event is known today as Earth Day, and is celebrated around the world on April 22nd. With over 190 countries participating and hosting their own events, it is one of the largest civic observances in […]