The Institute for Supply Management said economic activity in the manufacturing sector failed to grow in June, while the overall economy expanded for the 20th consecutive month.

The Manufacturers Alliance says the situation may not be so bleak after all for U.S. manufacturing.

The Hydraulic Institute offers a comprehensive e-learning program titled "Centrifugal Pumps: Fundamentals, Design and Applications."

Endot Industries of Rockaway, N.J., has purchased a 65,000-sq.-ft. manufacturing facility in Pryor Creek, Okla.

Noveon, Inc. has just introduced a new Web site that highlights uses for its family of TempRite CPVC compounds in diverse industries.

Crane Valves North America has moved Ted Corvaia into the role of product manager for quarter-turn valves and automation.

Anderson Metals Corp. added more than 400 new brass push-in fittings for plastic, soft metal and nylon tubing for industrial markets.

Tube Forgings of America, continuously ISO-certified since 1993, said it has become the first domestic fitting manufacturer certified to the newest ISO Quality Standard, ISO 9001-2000.

A new Electric Resistance Weld (ERW) mill located at Sharon Tube Co.'s Niles, Ohio facility is now complete.

Endot Industries of Rockaway, N.J., has purchased a 65,000 manufacturing facility in Pryor Creek, Okla.