Manufacturing

Sharpening tools manufacturer Simonds Saw announced Thursday it has entered into an agreement to sell its property at 135 Intervale Road in Fitchburg as it cuts back its manufacturing in Fitchburg due to tariff pressures, although it plans to retain its corporate offices at the location.

As part of its workforce development initiatives, Worcester shipping product manufacturer Industrial Packaging offers free English as a Second Language classes to all its permanent and temporary employees.

Natick machine vision systems and bar code reader manufacturer Cognex Corp. has acquired South Korea-based SUALAB for $195 million.

In September, Terrence Hahn took over as CEO of Marlborough manufacturer API Technologies, replacing Bob Tavares, who is staying on as an adviser.

AIS, a Leominster furniture maker, and FLEXcon, a Spencer manufacturer of coated and laminated films, both opened their doors to local students on Manufacturing Day.

How can businesses, especially smaller ones, handle the effects of tariff increases?

Marijuana technology companies in Central Massachusetts face challenges amid opportunity.

Craig Tompkins has been named president and CEO of Wood Fiber Holdings in Fitchburg.

Chroma Color Corporation has completed a $1 million investment at its flagship Leominster site that will take on the work previously being done at its Clinton site.

A group that advocates on behalf of Massachusetts cannabis growers is evolving to take on dual roles - lobbying, and organizing an active community of growers.