Rugged data acquisition technology helps a manufacturer design more reliable rock-crushing equipment.

HAMILTON, OH—The 14,000-pound Turf Muncher from Mitchell Machine Works rides on wheels made in the USA by Hamilton Caster.

ANDERSON COUNTY, SC—McLaughlin Body Co., which makes tractor cabs for Caterpillar and other OEMs, will build a $22 million assembly plant here. The facility is expected to employ 250 people.