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North Billerica, Mass. – September 13, 2026 -- Mass-Vac, Inc. has launched the MV Multi-Trap® Vacuum Inlet Trap, a high-capacity filtration unit for plastic extrusion lines that is field-proven to extend vacuum pump life by more than 12 years.

Extrusion byproducts threaten pump reliability across manufacturing lines

Volatile materials released during extruded plastic and composite processing can degrade vacuum pumps over time, driving unplanned downtime and maintenance costs for manufacturers. The new trap is designed to intercept these byproducts before they reach the pump, using a two-stage filtration system built from 304 stainless steel.

Two-stage filtration combines knockdown baffle with gauze filters

The device features a full first-stage knockdown baffle followed by a second stage of stainless steel gauze filters, with an optional bottom cooling feature. Mass-Vac offers the trap in 10

Rochester, N.Y. – September 11, 2026 -- Four-slide stamping is emerging as a preferred manufacturing method for producing intricate metal components in high volumes, according to insights from Precision Metal Stamping Expert Al Rogers of CAR Stamping & Machining, featured in a new HelloNation article.

Four independently moving slides shape metal in a single production cycle

Unlike traditional stamping methods that rely on multiple dies and additional finishing steps, four-slide stamping uses four independently moving slides to form metal from multiple directions simultaneously. This allows manufacturers to complete complex bends, forms, and features in one operation, reducing production time while improving repeatability across large runs.

Chicago – September 11, 2026 -- High-control last-mile delivery operators in the U.S. hit 95% on-time performance, while speed-first competitors report a 24% median cost inflation, according to new research from FarEye.

Speed-first operators pay a steep cost penalty despite equal investment levels

The 'Eye on the Last Mile America 2026' report, based on over 500 U.S. delivery operators and more than 3,000 data points, found that companies prioritizing the fastest possible delivery achieve only 76% on-time performance. Low-control operators lag further behind at 65.5% on-time performance, even though they invest at the same median level as high-control peers.

Land O' Lakes, Fla. – September 08, 2026 -- FirstService Residential has been selected to manage Del Webb Bexley Community Association, a nearly 850-home active adult community in Land O' Lakes, Florida, with the transition beginning October 1, 2026.

Single operator to unify association management, lifestyle programming and food & beverage

The partnership consolidates association operations, resident services, amenities, lifestyle programming, and food & beverage under one accountable management team. Del Webb Bexley's amenities include a resort-style clubhouse, an on-site bistro, a fitness center with wellness programming, pickleball and tennis courts, a resort-style pool, outdoor gathering spaces, and walking trails.