Consumer confidence increases in January

(Feb. 28, 2012) -- "Consumers are considerably less pessimistic about current business and labor market conditions than they were in January," said Franco. "And, despite further increases in gas prices, they are more optimistic about the short-term outlook for the economy, job prospects, and their financial situation."  

RVIA readies for annual meeting

(Feb. 27, 2012) -- A full schedule of informative meetings, educational seminars and festive social events is on tap for attendees. Highlighting the business portion of the annual meeting is the RV manufacturer/supplier forum on March 7, featuring informational seminars from several dynamic speakers focusing on topical marketing, economic and political issues.

MCD Innovations expansion to double capacity

(Feb. 27, 2012) -- The first stage of the planned expansion that will end up doubling the production capacity for MCD shades was recently completed. With this first expansion stage, MCD increased their in-house machine shop area and added several new state-of-the-art pieces of equipment including a fourth axis CNC milling machine.