Hundreds face layoffs in Maury County Sep 23, 2009
According to a report released Monday by the Department s Dislocated Worker Unit, 300 employees of Penske Logistics in Spring Hill and 343 of Johnson Controls Inc. of Columbia will be affected by the layoffs ... Johnson Controls builds seats and interior consoles for the Traverse. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Casper briefs Sep 23, 2009
The meeting will be held at the Old Johnson Controls Building, 1044 Foster Road. The topic for discussion will be compilation and propitiation of topics for future board agendas. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Community invited to assess school district Sep 22, 2009
The community sessions will be held at the old Johnson Controls Building, 1044 Foster Rd.. Participants' responses remain anonymous, and the report includes general themes but not individual names or anecdotes, according to Superintendent Joel Dvorak. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Solar plant on landfill could benefit thousands Sep 22, 2009
A City Council subcommittee will decide this week whether to recommend full council approval to begin negotiating with Tessera, or to negotiate simultaneously with Tessera and second-ranked Johnson Controls Inc.. Johnson Controls, a Milwaukee-based energy-efficiency firm, proposed a plant powered by highly efficient photovoltaic or solar panels ... What: Request to negotiate with Tessera Solar and Johnson Controls Inc. for construction of a solar plant at the Arizona 85 landfill in Buckeye. (AZCentral -- Business)
Nevada Test Site turns to nonproliferation efforts Sep 19, 2009
With its central mission, a company, Johnson Controls, has proposed a 125-megawatt solar energy facility that will concentrate the sun's rays on a receiver to generate power. Younger said the test site also will be explored for tapping geothermal energy. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Boston-Power picks overseas site Sep 18, 2009
Boston-Power s interest in locating a plant in Milwaukee had stemmed, in part, from the area s manufacturing heritage and that it s Johnson Controls home base. Making the pitch. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Limbaugh sworn in for ACSD board Sep 18, 2009
" The new middle school came up twice more in the meeting, once to approve the contracts with Johnson Controls for heating and cooling and another to investigate building materials from the state fire marshal. The fire marshal issue had many members upset. "The materials we're using have already been pro-rated," said Lavrenz "Why is the state fire marshal requesting we do more inspection on them. " The cost of the tests could be upwards of $29,000. "Talking with Allers, this was a possibility,"... (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Johnson Controls Globally Recognized by Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes and FTSE4Good Index Series Sep 16, 2009
Johnson Controls Logo. (PRNewsFoto/Johnson Controls, Inc.) MILWAUKEE, WI UNITED STATES ... MILWAUKEE, Sept. 15 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Controls (NYSE: ), a Fortune 100 company and global leader in energy efficiency and sustainability, today announced its inclusion on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes (DJSI) World and North America categories for 2009. (PR Newswire)
Millions of People Are Looking for Jobs, but Over 4 Million Positions Remain Unfilled Sep 15, 2009
including Citigroup, Eaton, Ingersoll, Johnson Controls, Kellogg's, Novartis, Sun Microsystems and others. After several years, their concept was expanded to the broader market of professionals, managers and executives seeking $50,000 to $500,000 plus. (PR Newswire)
United Way effort focusing on basic needs Sep 11, 2009
The need in the community has never been greater, said Elizabeth Betsy Brenner, executive vice president of Journal Communications Inc. Brenner is co-chair of the 2009 campaign with Keith Nosbusch, chairman and CEO of Rockwell Automation Inc., and Stephen Roell, chairman and CEO of Johnson Controls Inc. ... Companies that have already stepped up to that challenge include Aurora Health Care, Bucyrus International Inc., Harley-Davidson Inc., Johnson Controls Inc., Northwestern Mutual, Journal... (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Obituaries for Sunday, Sept. 6 (11) Sep 6, 2009
He was a 38-year employee of Reynolds Spring, Stubnitz and Johnson Controls, working as a tool and die maker and inspector. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus and an honorary member of the FOP. He was one of the first coaches of YMCA football, and he coached third-and fourth-grade football at the YMCA for over 30 years. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
United Way announces $45 million goal Sep 4, 2009
The organization attributed the success of the 2008 campaign to various factors, such as increases from major corporate campaigns, including those at , , Johnson Controls Inc. and. Most Read Stories. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Obituaries, Sunday, Aug. 30, 2009 Sep 2, 2009
Roy had worked at Broad and Johnson Controls. After he retired from Johnson Controls, he worked as a carryout at Harolds. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
From research to reality: Johnson Controls readies advanced battery production in U.S. Sep 1, 2009
Full-scale production of lithium-ion cells and battery systems could begin by early 2011, said Alex Molinaroli, president of Glendale-based Johnson Controls Power Solutions business ... The U.S. Department of Energy awarded Johnson Controls a $299 million grant in federal stimulus funds to produce advanced batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
American Electric Technologies Accelerates Push in Renewable Energy Market With Two New Leadership Appointments Sep 1, 2009
Thomson also held technical services roles at Johnson Controls, Eaton/Cutler-Hammer Engineering Services and Piper Electric. "We are also very excited to bring Bob Thomson to lead our Renewable Energy Services group at AETI," said Dauber. (Primezone Releases)
Obituaries for Sunday, Aug. 23, 2009 Aug 25, 2009
Jeffery was a laborer most recently working for Johnson Controls. He was a member of Bethlehem General Baptist Church. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Nummi suppliers struggle Aug 20, 2009
Other local Nummi suppliers include TG California Automotive in Hayward, which makes rubber products, Johnson Controls in Livermore, which produces sensors and electronics, and SCA North America in Hayward, which creates energy-absorbing materials for car bumpers. Awaiting our future. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Baxter City Council Aug 16, 2009
d. Accept Johnson Controls Performace contract report. e. Set Truth in Taxation hearing - Monday, Dec. 21 at 6:15 p.m.. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
dg&a Unveils Ultimate Leader Tools for Communication and Leadership Training Aug 13, 2009
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Entek gets funds to create new battery separators (12) Aug 13, 2009
Entek was a co-applicant for the funding with Johnson Controls Inc., which is based in Holland, Mich. The companies were awarded a total of 299. (Lebanon Express, OR)
The (green) holy grail Aug 10, 2009
Johnson Controls recently partnered with Ford on a new $220-million (R17. 7 billion) advanced-battery manufacturing facility. (iAfrica.com)
Kansas man wins big in lottery for 2nd time in '09 Aug 9, 2009
Williams, who is single, has worked for almost 17 years ago for Johnson Controls. Before that, he served in the Marines. (Fresno Bee)
Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm Visits Johnson Controls Technical Center in Holland, Michigan Aug 8, 2009
Johnson Controls Logo. (PRNewsFoto/Johnson Controls, Inc.) MILWAUKEE, WI UNITED STATES ... Aug. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm today visited the Johnson Controls Technical Center in Holland, Michigan, in recognition of this week's Department of Energy announcement that Johnson Controls was awarded a $299 million grant under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). (PR Newswire)
Johnson Controls gets $299M energy grant Aug 6, 2009
Johnson Controls awarded $299 million grant - The Business Journal of Milwaukee ... Johnson Controls awarded $299 million grant ... This investment is an important step toward creating and building an industry in the United States that addresses market requirements and long-term opportunities for growth and new jobs in this country, said Alex Molinaroli, president of business for Glendale-based Johnson Controls (: JCI). (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Grants fuel work toward electric cars Aug 6, 2009
Recipients include Johnson Controls Inc., of Milwaukee, $299 million to build battery packs and cells for hybrid vehicles at a facility in Holland, Mich. General Motors Co., $241 million to produce battery packs and develop electric drive vehicles in Michigan and Maryland; and Ford Motor Co., $92. (The Augusta Chronicle)
U.S. to spend $2.4 billion to boost electric vehicles Aug 6, 2009
Johnson Controls Awarded $299 Million for Advanced Automotive Battery Manufacturing. Johnson Controls, Inc. (NYSE: JCI) today announced that it has been awarded a $299 million grant by the United States Department of Energy under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) to build domestic manufacturing capacity for advanced batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles ... "This investment is an important step toward creating and building an industry in the United States that addresses... (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Federal government deals blow to Hardin project Aug 6, 2009
Companies receiving grants included General Motors Co., Ford Motor Co., Chrysler LLC and Johnson Controls Inc.. Others were foreign-owned suppliers to the major automobile manufacturers. (Louisville Business First, KY)
State gets millions in electric-car initiative Aug 6, 2009
Entek in Lebanon was listed as a partner with Johnson Controls in Holland, Mich. as receiving 299 million to make nickel-cobalt battery cells and packs. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Certification can benefit Hawaii's minority-owned firms Aug 5, 2009
With representatives from , Wyndham Worldwide and Johnson Controls scheduled to participate, the goal is to educate Hawaii companies about minority business enterprise opportunities and doing business with corporate America, organizers say ... What: Three-day workshop on minority business enterprise certification and doing business with corporate AmericaSponsors: Northern California Minority Supplier Development Council and Latin Business HawaiiProgram: Featured guests from The Walt Disney Co.,... (Pacific Business News, HI)
Obituaries for Sunday, Aug. 2, 2009 (12) Aug 2, 2009
Mickey retired years ago from Johnson Controls. During her working career, she was active in the American Autoworkers Union, serving in contract negotiations as a state representative. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Saft Groupe SA Reports 2009 First Half Sales and Earnings Jul 29, 2009
John Searle, Chairman of the Management Board, commented: "Market conditions have been challenging during H1, but overall I am pleased with the financial performance of the Group in the first half year. Despite continued growth in some of Saft's activities, overall sales have declined by close to 10% YoY. Today, there are few signs that the weak markets will recover rapidly but Saft will benefit from a more favourable base of comparison during H2. Despite the reduced sales, Saft has delivered a... (PR Newswire)
Recession? TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL bag large outsourcing deals Jul 27, 2009
Infy, that employs 16,700 people in its BPO division, was among the top 10 BPO service providers in the H1 of 2009, wherein globally contracts worth $7 billion were awarded to the likes of Capita, Perot Systems, Xerox, RR Donnelley and Johnson Controls. Read business stories in. (India Times)
Dollar mixed on disappointing earnings Jul 25, 2009
Toy maker Hasbro Inc., oilfield services company Halliburton Co. and auto parts and building products maker Johnson Controls Inc. all reported earnings that beat expectations. Markets already were relieved that second-quarter results from many major American companies have turned out better than expected. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Dow Soars to 6-Month High on CIT, Jul 21, 2009
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Stock futures point higher on news of CIT rescue Jul 21, 2009
Investors will also be looking to earnings reports from such companies as Johnson Controls and Texas Instruments. Dow Jones industrial average futures are up 59 to 8,756. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Johnson Controls Income Fell 63 Percent in 3Q Jul 21, 2009
Johnson Controls says income fell 63 percent in fiscal 3rd quarter ... FILE - In this Jan. 15, 2008 file photo, a Johnson Controls plug-in hybrid battery is displayed at ... FILE - In this Jan. 15, 2008 file photo, a Johnson Controls plug-in hybrid battery is displayed at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. (ABC News -- Wire)
Housing Authority hopes to save with upgrades Jul 21, 2009
David Koch, director for public housing solutions with Johnson Controls, the company contracted to do the work, said the upgrades could potentially save the authority millions of dollars over the next 15 years. "Really, the bottom line is to make the homes more comfortable, and, secondly, to make them more energy efficient," said Koch. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Johnson Controls net income falls 63% Jul 21, 2009
Johnson Controls net income falls 63 ... Net sales for Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI) for the quarter were $7 billion, down 29 percent when compared with the net sales of $9 ... The profitable quarter is the first for Johnson Controls since the fiscal fourth quarter of 2008. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
City takes $745,000 hit Jul 20, 2009
boscoe wrote on Jul 18, 2009 11:22 AM:" That old Johnson Controls plant sure would make a very nice Sheltered Workshop for the disabled people of the community. There are not very many jobs for the disabled now at the present workshop, and many disabled persons would love to have employment to give their lives more meaning and to help support themselves, rather than be dependent totally on the government.Has anyone seen the dilapidated old building in the flood plain down at Cole Junction? I... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Business Briefing Jul 20, 2009
-- Second-quarter financial results expected from Boston Scientific, Halliburton, Hasbro, Johnson Controls and Texas Instruments ... -- Second-quarter financial results expected from Boston Scientific, Halliburton, Hasbro, Johnson Controls and Texas Instruments. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Nothing but Blood and Gore Jul 18, 2009
Overtly green holdings include Iberdrola Renovables, a global clean energy company with 9600MW installed capacity; Canadian firm Johnson Controls, which makes parts for hybrid vehicles among other things; and sustainable UK construction firm Kingspan, which recently launched a zero carbon home. Morningstar noted these last two investments have not panned out well for Generation. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Johnson Controls, Auto-Parts Makers Earnings Slip as Vehicle Sales Tumble Jul 17, 2009
Johnson Controls, Supplier Earnings Slip as Auto Sales Tumble - Bloomberg ... Johnson Controls, Supplier Earnings Slip as Auto Sales Tumble ... Johnson Controls is expected to report a 68 percent profit decline July 20. (Bloomberg)
Low on the hog Jul 17, 2009
Wandell took over from Jim Ziemer, who retired after four years as CEO. Wandell was previously chief operating officer at Johnson Controls Inc., which is also based in Milwaukee and makes automotive and building systems. Harley still faces longer-term challenges, including luring more women, minority and younger riders to its brand. (MSNBC -- Business)
Watts of savings Jul 17, 2009
David Koch, director for public housing solutions with Johnson Controls, the company contracted to do the work, said the energy savings could potentially save the authority millions of dollars over the next 15 years ... Johnson Controls has guaranteed us 210,000 in savings each year, but it may be higher than that. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Johnson Controls Announces Third Quarter 2009 Earnings Conference Call Webcast Jul 14, 2009
Johnson Controls Logo. (PRNewsFoto/Johnson Controls, Inc.) MILWAUKEE, WI UNITED STATES ... MILWAUKEE, July 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Johnson Controls, Inc. (NYSE: ) announces the following webcast. (PR Newswire)
Solar landfill project gets four bids Jul 11, 2009
BrightSource Energy Inc., Johnson Controls Inc., Tessera Solar, and the team of US Energy Partners and Munich Energy Partners America submitted applications by the end of June. The city is hoping to build a 150- to 200-megawatt solar power station on what will be a closed landfill on the west side of State Route 85 south of Buckeye. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Auto parts maker Lear Corp. files for Chapter 11 Tuesday Jul 9, 2009
Among its parts suppliers, Milwaukee-based Johnson Controls Inc. was the largest with about 5 million owed. Shares of Lear, which trade on over-the-counter markets since the New York Stock Exchange delisted the stock, have plunged over the last year after the automobile market began slumping and the company began racking up quarterly losses. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Workplaces set to get 'smarter' Jul 2, 2009
"We are getting more mobile and work anywhere, any place that we might be going," said Dr Marie Puybaraud, research director at Johnson Controls, a company that designs car and office interiors and sponsored the report. "We spend less time in a physical location and more time being on the move.". (BBC News -- Technology)
more. Monday, June 29, 2009 Jun 29, 2009
While long-established companies like Johnson Controls have been developing automation systems for decades, the new entrants like Marietta, Ga. -based Scientific Conservation are leveraging advances in information technology and the Internet to make buildings run more efficiently. (Salon)
It's time for Steve Jobs to move on Jun 25, 2009
It used the occasion to roll out other projects, including its deal with San Francisco's Public Utilities Commission to install a "smart" (IBM would prefer the word "intelligent") sewer system, plans to build a water-cooled supercomputer at a tech institute in Zurich, and the creation of a green-oriented industry coalition whose members include Cisco Systems Inc., Honeywell Building Solutions, Siemens Building Technologies and Johnson Controls Inc. More details at. Apart from the social... (San Francisco Chronicle)
UPAF meets $9 million goal Jun 24, 2009
Johnson Controls matched all new and increased gifts, dollar-for-dollar up to $25,000. Reader Comments. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Tracing the bid Jun 23, 2009
Johnson Controls is one of Bidtracer s largest customers, with 200 users alone. Since 2007, the company has provided Bidtracer to its contractors to manage bids and projects, and it also implemented the software into Johnson Controls Web store ... Jane Slusar, manager of Johnson Controls product sales operations, uses Bidtracer to help supply data on her company s product line for order placement and management, bid summation and information pages. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Johnson Controls named top GM supplier Jun 23, 2009
Glendale-based Johnson Controls' power solutions division received the 2008 Supplier of the Year Award from GM at the 17th annual awards presentation at the GM Heritage Center in Warren, Mich ... Johnson Controls' power solutions business is a nearly $6 billion supplier of lead acid batteries for virtually every type of passenger car, light truck and utility vehicle as well as a major independent supplier of hybrid battery systems ... Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI) is also a major supplier of... (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
See the winners profiles Jun 19, 2009
Our group of 12 winners range from multibillion corporations such as Johnson Controls and Manpower, to smaller businesses such as Celadon and Eric Crawford s Greenman Alliance. We also are honoring individuals like Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett, Terry McGuire of Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare and the Urban Ecology Center s Ken Leinbach, along with communities like Bayside and Oconomowoc. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Johnson Controls wins $12M energy efficiency state contract Jun 18, 2009
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Salem Elementary School third-grader wins state award in a national contest Jun 16, 2009
It was sponsored by Johnson Controls, a Wisconsin-company that focuses on making auto interiors more comfortable and buildings more energy efficient ... "Charlotte's board game stood out because it shows her true innovative spirit and a creative way to teach others the importance of taking out the garbage and recycling in order to save the environment," according to a news release from Johnson Controls. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
What it means Jun 2, 2009
Delphi Corp., GM's principal supplier, is owed more than $110 million, according to a list of creditors in the bankruptcy filing, followed by suppliers such as Robert Bosch GmbH, Lear Corp. and Johnson Controls Inc.. Delphi, a former GM subsidiary which has operated under bankruptcy protection since 2005, has received hundreds of millions of dollars from GM. Delphi has been in talks with the Obama administration's automotive task force to help bring it out of bankruptcy by June 2. (AZCentral -- News)
200 attend state's first renewable energy conference May 26, 2009
Alan Kirn, director of Johnson Controls' energy group, and Dorthe Nielson, government relations manager for Vestas Wind Systems, talked about the reasoning behind their companies' move into renewable energy, and in Vestas Wind's decision to build four factories and a research center in the U.S. that now employ 4,000. Robert Paasch, director of the Northwest National Marine Renewable Energy Center, a joint Oregon State University and University of Washington project, discussed the long-range... (Juneau Empire)
Green 'gold rush' in new auto norms May 20, 2009
Potential winners range from established suppliers such as BorgWarner Inc, Honeywell International Inc and Johnson Controls Inc to battery makers such as start-up A123 Systems, Continental AG and LG Chem Ltd, analysts say ... Barclay's Capital analyst Brian Johnson, meanwhile, said the new policy reinforced his view that BorgWarner and Johnson Controls could benefit from increased demand for turbochargers and lithium-ion batteries ... BorgWarner and Johnson Controls shares each closed around 3... (India Times)
Open Road: Only one out of four willing to pay more for a hybrid, online survey finds May 18, 2009
And 22% say they are simply confused when it comes to the terms for all the different kinds of hybrids either hitting the market or being talked about -- mild hybrids, full-hybrids, plug-in hybrids and alike, says Johnson Controls, which commissioned the survey from Harris Interactive ... "The survey makes one message abundantly clear: despite recognizing the importance of hybrid technology and the role of government support, consumers need costs to come down for the hybrid industry to thrive,"... (USA Today -- Money)
Empire Earth May 17, 2009
"People have looked at specific technologies, the lighting, or the heating, but not at the building as a whole," said Paul Rode, a project executive with the engineering company Johnson Controls. This analysis took 18 months in which 65 areas were modeled and eight were chosen as targets for the retrofit, ranging from better insulated windows to occupancy sensors for lights. (iAfrica.com)
At the water cooler May 16, 2009
5 percent this year, followed by Goodyear Tire, Harley-Davidson and Johnson Controls. Some leftovers from KFC's grilled-chicken promotion. (Courier-Journal -- Business)
Chrysler to Pay Suppliers May 16, 2009
Suppliers with the largest payments coming to them include Germany's Continental AG and Milwaukee-based Johnson Controls Inc., which are both due to receive about $70 million, along with Canada's Magna International Inc., which is slated to get just over $63 million. The suppliers are expected to receive 40 percent to 50 percent of the total amount they are owed in installments over the next several weeks, with the rest expected to come after the sale with Fiat closes, Chrysler officials said. (ABC News -- Wire)
South feels Detroit's pain May 14, 2009
3 percent car seat frame manufacturer Johnson Controls Inc. announced last fall it planned to close its plant in Cadiz that employed 559 workers due to the automotive downturn. The Southeast has its share of auto plants, though most of them are foreign-owned and have had relatively few layoffs compared with their U.S. counterparts concentrated in Detroit and other midwestern cities. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Company to evaluate Missoula's energy use May 14, 2009
On Wednesday, a Missoula City Council committee unanimously approved a 51,000 agreement for Johnson Controls to take a fine-toothed comb to municipal power consumption ... Johnson Controls already is on contract with the city for doing maintenance on some heating and cooling systems, and Strohmaier said he respects staff recommendations to use the company for this work as well ... I don't think city staff would be recommending that we embark on this (energy audit and contract) if they had reason... (Missoulian, MT)
