HLS Systems International, Ltd. (HOLI), a provider of automation control systems to the nuclear, rail, and industrial markets in China, reported fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2008 financial results yesterday afternoon after the close.

WWA Group Inc. (WWAG.OB) engages in the trading and auctioning of transportation and industrial equipment worldwide. The company’s primary base of operations is in Dubai, U.A.E. Since 2001, WWA Group has auctioned more than 66,000 pieces of construction equipment to buyers from 67 different countries.

Chances are, you have never heard of Harsco… an industrial company that does everything from on-site work outsourcing to roofing scaffolding, from railroad tracks to mineral air-abrasives. I recently made a “buy” pitch recommendation for Harsco as a manager of the Nittany Lion Fund. As a great company that is totally flying under the radar in my view, you need to take a look!

The industrials sector of the stock market is where I am most involved nowadays. While the big names like General Electric (NYSE: GE) and Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) may not jump out at you as big gainers, plenty of these rock-solid companies have been hit unfairly, and I see value. As an added bonus, industrials companies often act as a hedge to thriving markets like agriculture.