Contech

02/17/2023

Talking all things drums with Dean Ricker, President of Skolnik Industries.

The most sustainable material and the number one packaging container in the world - the steel drum, is the subject of this latest podcast with expert and Skolnik president, Dean Riker.

02/06/2023

We have several more podcasts in the can with industry leaders from trade, manufacturing and more.
Check us out!

Con-Tech International takes a deep dive into all the components of industrial manufacturing and global supply chain issues, insights, news and tips with industry leaders.Hear from experts on topics like how to secure foreign manufacturers, steel drums and sustainability, the future of the DEF marke...

01/18/2023

Yep, podcast number four is on the books.

In this episode, we walk through the steps of securing foreign suppliers and manufacturers, a daunting task for so many.

How do you find and partner with suppliers and manufacturers in a different country who speak a different language and have all different customs and regulations? We tell you how.

12/09/2022

"When manufacturing leaders talk about recruitment problems, they often complain that young people see factory work as dark, dirty and dangerous. That’s certainly part of the problem, but a bigger issue is that people born in the past 30 years may have never seen any sort of manufacturing work in popular culture."

I am ready for this movie!!

Let's show the world innovation, community, technology and the future.

https://www.industryweek.com/leadership/article/21254472/industryweek-presents-the-feature-film-factory-a-love-story

There hasn't been a major movie to feature modern manufacturing in more than 20 years. Hollywood, we've got plenty of great stories for you.

12/05/2022

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11/22/2022

This year has been a bit of a rollercoaster ride. We're grateful to come out the other side with profits and profound learning!

Con-Tech International is a global parts supplier of standard and custom parts of carbon steel, stainless steel and plastic for industrial packaging such as drums, IBC’s, tote tanks, plastic, and diverse products for the petrochemical, marine, automotive and other industries.

11/08/2022

Our newest podcast on sustainability and the steel drum industry is up!
Listen in as we talk about what makes this material the very best.

What is the world's most recycled product? Why is steel part of the sustainability conversation?

10/17/2022

Our Deep Dives into subjects that matter and pertain to your business in the industrial manufacturing and global supply chain industries continue with our newest marketing tool, the Industrial Mfg Deep Dives podcast.
In our first episode, we talk about starting a business and learn who are the people starting new businesses in the U.S. and how women entrepreneurs are on the rise.
Take a listen!!
https://lnkd.in/gKSez6S9

Podcast

09/20/2022

The great resignation continues and according to a recent study, Louisiana is in the top 10 states in this category.

If you've recently left your job and want to work for a family-owned, female-run successful business, check us out.
Currently, we're looking for an account associate, someone who is well versed in AR/AP, general ledger, analysis and monthly reports, ADP and payroll. Sage knowledge or experience is a bonus, but not a deal breaker.
We offer a very competitive benefits package, profit sharing, paid secure parking and more.
https://lnkd.in/gdcZp4mY

Getty ImagesBATON ROUGE (The Center Square) — A higher percentage of workers are quitting their jobs in Louisiana than in most other states in the country, according to a new study that ranked The Pelican State in the top 10. The personal finance website WalletHub released an analysis on Friday th...

08/17/2022

Extreme heat temperatures have put a damper on production and manufacturing in many cities in China, as power demands soar and crucial rivers and reservoirs dry up. In some areas, industrial production has been suspended for six full days, since Monday, in all but two of its 21 cities.

Sichuan, with a population of around 84 million, is China’s sixth-largest economy in terms of gross domestic product, with industry accounting for more than 28 per cent. It plays a leading role in the production of silicon metal, electrolytic aluminium, chemicals, electronics and power-generation equipment.

Having multiple suppliers across the globe has never been so important. We've built relationships with suppliers for almost 40 years and have the flexibility to get our customers what they need.

08/16/2022

We've started a newsletter on our LinkedIn channel where we take a deeper dive every month on one of the industries we service and the products they need.
Be sure and follow us. We are close to the 500 mark and would love a little lift to help us get there.
Also, check our newsletter and subscribe for information on industrial manufactuing!

Meaghan Clark | Speciality global suppliers share their knowledge on the markets they've been selling to for over three decades.

08/12/2022

COn-Tech is proud to announce our nomination for a 2022 Go Global Award!!! We placed third last year and are honored to be recognized once again by the International Trade Council.