Broadwind Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: BWEN) today announced a $35 million
order for towers from a U.S. wind turbine manufacturer. This order
includes towers for various domestic wind projects. The towers will be
produced in Broadwind’s Manitowoc, Wisconsin facility for delivery
during 2013.
Peter C. Duprey, president and CEO of Broadwind Energy, stated, “The
level of activity in our wind tower business remains strong and this
order moves us one step closer to filing our tower capacity for 2013.”
About Broadwind Energy
Broadwind Energy (NASDAQ: BWEN) applies decades of deep industrial
expertise to innovate integrated solutions for customers in the energy
and infrastructure markets. From gears and gearing systems for wind, oil
and gas and mining applications, to wind towers, to comprehensive
remanufacturing of gearboxes and blades, to operations and maintenance
services and industrial weldments, we have solutions for the energy
needs of the future. With facilities throughout the U.S., Broadwind
Energy's talented team of 800 employees is committed to helping
customers maximize performance of their investments—quicker, easier and
smarter. Find out more at www.bwen.com.
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