CICERO, Ill., Oct. 15, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Broadwind Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq:BWEN) today announced $11 million in new tower orders from a U.S. wind turbine manufacturer. Broadwind will produce these towers in its Manitowoc, Wisconsin facility for 2015 delivery.
Broadwind President and CEO Peter Duprey stated, "These orders solidify our 2015 tower production. I am pleased with our order book for 2015 and the level of quoting activity for 2016."
About Broadwind Energy, Inc.
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, to specialty weldments, we have solutions for the energy needs of the future. With facilities throughout the U.S., Broadwind Energy's talented team of over 800 employees is committed to helping customers maximize performance of their investments—quicker, easier and smarter. Find out more at www.bwen.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
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CONTACT: BWEN INVESTOR CONTACT:
Joni Konstantelos
708.780.4819
joni.konstantelos@bwen.com
LHA CONTACT:
Jody Burfening/Carolyn Capaccio
212.838.3777
ccapaccio@lhai.com
