Diesel engine maker Cummins Inc.’s emissions subsidiary will lay off about 100 workers at a Wisconsin plant, effective immediately, because of the slumping North American truck market, the company said. The Mineral Point, Wisc., factory makes diesel particulate filters for emission control systems and employs 480 workers. “It’s unfortunate we have to take this action,” said Nitya Rao, plant manager for Cummins Emissions Systems. “Despite our strong market position, like many companies we are experiencing the effects of the ongoing economic downturn, which has had a negative impact on our business.” By Transport Topics http://www.ttnews.com/articles/basetemplate.aspx?storyid=21012
