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Kraig Biocraft Laboratories Releases a Statement Regarding Spider Silk Industry
April 18, 2018
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kraig Biocraft Laboratories, Inc. (OTCQB: KBLB) (“Company”), the leading developer of spider silk based fibers, releases the following statement regarding developments in the growing Spider Silk Industry. Spider silk’s toughness is said to be 10 times greater than steel and some silks are nearly
Prophecy Gains Gibellini Vanadium Project Data Access, On Schedule to Submit Plan of Operations and
April 18, 2018
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Prophecy Development Corp. (“Prophecy” or the “Company”) (TSX:PCY, OTCQX:PRPCF, Frankfurt:1P2N) is pleased to announce that it has signed an agreement (the “Agreement”) with Monitor Ventures Inc. (“Monitor”) for the right to access and use information
Invitation to Cover - Section 232 Steel Tariffs: Effect on Domestic Steel Capacity Utilization and
April 18, 2018
April 18, 2018 06:15 AM Eastern Daylight Time --(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Institute for International Steel and Coalition of American Metal Manufacturers and Users:   WHAT Steel Tariff Fallout: Effect on Domestic Steel Capacity Utilization and Real-World Impact on U.S. Manufacturers, Launch of New Coalition   WHEN Wednesday, April 18,
Syngenta Announces a New Malaria Insecticide Entering Early Development Phase
April 18, 2018
BASEL, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Syngenta announced today that a new insecticide active ingredient with a novel mode of action to address resistance in the control of malaria vectors is entering the early development phase. The new ingredient, comes from collaboration between Syngenta and the Innovative Vector Control Consortium (IVCC) to
Voltea Named Breakthrough Water Technology Company of the Year
April 18, 2018
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Voltea, the global leader in electro-desalination water treatment technology, was named the Breakthrough Water Technology Company of the Year by Global Water Intelligence (GWI) at this week’s Global Water Awards ceremony in Paris. The awards, which recognize companies that make a significant contribution to the
Toshiba Recycles Record Amount of E-Waste in 2017
April 18, 2018
LAKE FOREST, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Toshiba America Business Solutions today announced the recycling of a company record amount of nearly 228 metric tons of used toner products in 2017 through its "Zero Waste to Landfill" program. Toshiba has prevented more than 1,000 metric tons of e-waste – equivalent to the weight of 110 tandem-axle
North America Food Emulsifiers Market Analysis, Growth, Trends and Forecast To 2023 -
April 18, 2018
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "North America Food Emulsifiers Market - Growth, Trends and Forecast (2018 - 2023)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The North American market for food emulsifiers is projected to register an estimated CAGR of 4.9% during the forecast period, 2018-2023. According to the new Food and Drug
Puget Sound Energy Improves Fuel Efficiency and Reduces Emissions with 40 New XL-Powered Hybrid
April 18, 2018
TACOMA, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Puget Sound Energy (PSE), the Washington state energy provider which recently announced it had added 40 new utility vehicles equipped with a hybrid electrification solution from industry leader XL, will be showcasing one of its new hybrid vans with XL during the Green Transportation Summit & Expo, April 17-19,
Auto Industry Veterans Team Up with Stellex Capital Management to Acquire Fenix Parts
April 18, 2018
NEW YORK & LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fenix Parts, Inc. (“Fenix”) (OTCMKTS:FENX), a leading recycler and reseller of OEM automotive products operating through the Eastern U.S. and in Ontario, Canada, was today acquired by a group of auto industry veterans in partnership with Stellex Capital Management (“Stellex”), a middle
Exyn Technologies and Velodyne LiDAR Create Fully Autonomous Indoor Aerial Vehicles
April 18, 2018
SAN JOSÉ, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Originating from the University of Pennsylvania’s GRASP Labs, Exyn Technologies has commercialized groundbreaking research to build its proprietary AI software, exynAI™, technology from the ground-up. Today, Exyn Technologies provides leading AI software and A3R hardware, which together form its
Living in MINI
April 18, 2018
Although the Salone del Mobile, which is being held in Milan, sounds as though it might have something to do with the auto industry, and although MINI is hosting an exhibit there, translated it means “furniture expo.” No, it’s not about mobility. Blog Post: 4/18/2018 Gary S. Vasilash Editor-in-Chief, Automotive Design &
Textron Reports First Quarter 2018 Income from Continuing Operations of $0.72 per Share; Signs
April 18, 2018
PROVIDENCE, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) today reported first quarter 2018 income from continuing operations of $0.72 per share. This compares to $0.37 per share in the first quarter of 2017, or $0.46 per share of adjusted income from continuing operations, a non-GAAP measure that is defined and reconciled to GAAP in an
How Intelligent Clamping Technology Can Contribute to Process-Flow Optimization
April 18, 2018
Germany’s Metav 2018 trade fair presented various hands-on solutions in regard to Industry 4.0, automation, digitalization and data-driven manufacturing. One topic that stood out was intelligent clamping technology with integrated measurement capabilities to generate data to optimize machining processes. Blog Post:
Design-for-Manufacture Review on Micro-Molding Operations
April 18, 2018
According to Mold Craft Inc., a design-for-manufacture (DFM) review ensures that its customers receive the highest quality molds that produce parts with close tolerances. Press Release Post: 4/18/2018 Edited by Karen Cornelissen Managing Editor, MoldMaking Technology Edited by Patrick Barney Editorial Assistant, Plastics Technology Mold
Favorit CNC Adapts to Grinding Tasks
April 18, 2018
Studer’s favorit CNC universal cylindrical grinding machine is designed for grinding both single part and series production and can be fitted with automation.  New Product Post: 4/18/2018 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining Studer’s favorit CNC universal cylindrical grinding machine can be
Design-for-Manufacture Review on Micro-Molding Operations
April 18, 2018
Mold Craft Inc. performs a design-for-manufacture (DFM) review on new micro-mold programs to optimize the experience of its customers. According to the company, the DFM review ensures that its customers receive the highest quality molds that produce parts with close tolerances. Mold Craft performs the DFM review on new
Celebration Event to Highlight Emerging Technologies
April 18, 2018
Autodesk’s Smart Manufacturing Celebration is on April 26 and 27, 2018, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Following the success of the Advanced Manufacturing Facility re-launch in Birmingham, United Kingdom, Autodesk manufacturing in North American is launching a second event hosted at Paragon D&E in Grand Rapids, Michigan, called the Smart
Azbil North America Establishes Subsidiaries in Mexico
April 18, 2018
LEON, Mexico--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Azbil North America, Inc. (headquarters: Phoenix, Arizona; President: Gary W Johnson), a U.S. subsidiary of the azbil Group, announced today that it has established Azbil Mexico, S. de R. L. de C.V. (hereafter “Azbil Mexico”) and Azbil Mexico Services, S. de R. L. de C.V. (hereafter “Azbil Mexico
Macquarie Infrastructure Corporation Responds to Moab Capital Partners
April 18, 2018
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Macquarie Infrastructure Corporation (NYSE:MIC) today issued the following statement in response to the April 17, 2018 letter and press release from Moab Capital Partners: MIC welcomes open communications with shareholders and values constructive dialogue on a wide range of matters. We have engaged with Moab Capital on
Lexus, Chrysler Win Top Awards at 2018 Texas Auto Roundup
April 18, 2018
DECATUR, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lexus and Chrysler won the top two awards at the 2018 Texas Auto Roundup, presented by the Steel Market Development Institute (SMDI). After 49 members of the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) evaluated 46 vehicles, the 2018 Lexus LC 500 was crowned the overall Car of Texas. In addition, the 2018 Chrysler
Crocs, Inc. Announces Conference Call to Review First Quarter 2018 Results
April 17, 2018
NIWOT, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Crocs, Inc. (NASDAQ:CROX) today announced that on Tuesday May 8, 2018 at 8:30 a.m. ET, it will host a conference call to discuss the results of its first quarter ended March 31, 2018. The call participation number is (888) 771-4371. A replay of the conference call will be available two hours after the completion of
Columbia Sportswear Company Announces Corporate Communications Team
April 17, 2018
PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Columbia Sportswear Company (Nasdaq: COLM), a leading innovator in the active outdoor apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment industries, today announced the appointment of Mary Ellen Glynn as Director of Corporate Communications and Sara Bradshaw as Corporate Communications Manager. “We are very excited
Ichor to Announce First Quarter Financial Results on May 8, 2018
April 17, 2018
FREMONT, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ichor Holdings, Ltd. (NASDAQ: ICHR), a leader in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of critical fluid delivery subsystems for semiconductor capital equipment, will announce first quarter 2018 results on May 8, 2018. First Quarter 2018 Earnings Conference Call Information Ichor will conduct a conference call
Dr. Robert M. Brill Joins CVD’s Board of Directors
April 17, 2018
CENTRAL ISLIP, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CVD Equipment Corporation (NASDAQ: CVV), a leading provider of chemical vapor deposition systems and materials, today announced today announced that Dr. Robert M. Brill has been elected to its Board of Directors effective April 16, 2018. With the addition of Dr. Brill, the board has six directors. Dr. Robert M.
ESI and Modelon Sign a Strategic Partnership for Model-Based Simulation
April 17, 2018
PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ESI Group, leading innovator in Virtual Prototyping software and services for manufacturing industries, announces the creation of a partnership between its subsidiary specialized in the field of model-based simulation, ESI ITI, and Modelon*. The companies will join forces to support industrial manufacturers in delivering
Crystallin® Orange and Gold97 Study and Task Lights are Designed with Your Eyes in Mind
April 17, 2018
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Crystallin Orange Study Light uses an innovative liquid crystal-based film developed by Light Polymers, making it the superior choice in desktop lighting for long hours of study. The unique orange spectrum increases attentiveness yet reduces eye fatigue making it a desired lighting spectrum for long work hours. A
Universal Laser Systems Expands Its Materials Database with DuPont™ and Rogers Corporation
April 17, 2018
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Universal Laser Systems (ULS) announces the addition of DuPont and Rogers Corporation materials to its materials database, the most extensive repository of laser material processing parameters for materials in the range of 10 watts to 500 watts. The DuPont and Rogers Corporation materials new to the ULS materials
Freudenberg Continues Steady Growth
April 17, 2018
DETROIT--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Freudenberg Group continued its steady, profitable growth, ending 2017 with sales of $10.6 billion (€9.3 billion); an increase of some 22 percent over 2016 in dollars. The sharp increase in sales is attributable both to solid organic growth (4 percent) and effects from acquisitions. “Both operationally and
Tenneco First Quarter 2018 Earnings Release and Conference Call Notice
April 17, 2018
LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tenneco Inc. (NYSE: TEN) plans to issue its first quarter 2018 earnings release before the market opens on Friday, April 27, 2018 and hold a conference call the same day at 8:30 a.m. ET. The purpose of the call is to discuss the company’s results of operations for the last fiscal quarter, as well as provide
Ann Arbor SPARK Celebrates Region’s Economic Progress, Achievements at Annual Meeting
April 17, 2018
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--At its annual meeting, Ann Arbor SPARK honored leading regional businesses and released its annual report as well as announced its new A2Tech360 program. The annual meeting also featured Ann Arbor SPARK’s annual board chair awards as well as a keynote address by The Ralph Wilson, Jr. Foundation president and
Camera Speeds Testing of Dial, Digital Indicators
April 17, 2018
Mahr Inc. has expanded its Optimar 100 solution for testing dial and digital indicators, test indicators and dial comparators with image processing to automate the testing of measuring equipment. An upgrade kit with a camera automatically records the values of the test indicators and forwards
Automated Industrial Measuring Cell Delivers Speed, Accuracy
April 17, 2018
Creaform has launched the Cube-R, a turnkey automated dimensional inspection solution.  New Product Post: 4/17/2018 Edited by Julia Hider Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop Creaform has launched the Cube-R, a turnkey automated dimensional inspection solution. The optical 3D measuring machine combines MetraScan 3D-R
Haimer to Host Open House at North American Headquarters
April 17, 2018
Haimer will be opening the doors to its North American headquarters May 8-10, 2018. The open house will include industry speakers, live demos and presentations, and networking opportunities, as well as the North American premiere of new tooling technologies. The theme is “Explore Industry 4.0,” and the company will
Corbin Advisors Finds Industrial Sector Sentiment Still Strong; Luster of Last Quarter Fades
April 17, 2018
HARTFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Corbin Advisors, a specialized investor relations (IR) advisory firm, today released its quarterly Industrial Sentiment Survey, which reveals strong 1Q18 results are expected to be driven by accelerated organic growth and positive tax reform impact. The survey, part of Corbin’s Inside The Buy-side®
Datanomix Announces $1 Million in Seed Funding; Appoints John Joseph as CEO
April 17, 2018
MANCHESTER, N.H.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Datanomix, a company that provides a data analytics solution to mid-market manufacturing companies, today announced a $1 million seed funding round. A number of institutions backed the round including Mill Works Fund, 10X Ventures, Alumni Venture Group, Wasabi Ventures, the Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Cabot Corporation Expands Specialty Compounds Business Globally
April 17, 2018
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) announces that it has completed two expansion projects that will extend its global footprint in black masterbatch and compounds and increase manufacturing capacity to better serve global customers and grow in advanced polymeric materials. Cabot recently completed the acquisition of
First U.S. Definition of Plant Biostimulants
April 17, 2018
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A draft of the 2018 U.S. Farm Bill provides the first definition for plant biostimulants by the U.S. government. It requires the USDA to perform a study on the potential regulatory and legislative reforms needed to ensure appropriate review, approval and uniform national labeling for biostimulant products. Chairman
CRC Industries Releases New CRC Brakleen® Pro Series Brake Parts Cleaners
April 17, 2018
HORSHAM, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CRC Industries, Inc., a global supplier of specialty chemicals for maintenance and repair professionals and do-it-yourselfers, has introduced the new CRC BRAKLEEN Pro Series Brake Parts Cleaners. BRAKLEEN, the original aerosol brake parts cleaner, was developed in 1971. It was the very first product of its kind, and
3M Design and Architectural Markets Business Inspire Visitors at Milan Design Week 2018
April 17, 2018
ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As designers, architects and creative professionals arrive in Milan this week, curious to explore the latest trends in design, 3M will inspire them through “Wonder beyond Imagination” – a multisensory experience featuring 3M DI-NOC architectural finishes, a sustainable design solution to transform
Tennant Company Sets New Science-Based Greenhouse Gas Reduction Targets as Part of the Science Based
April 17, 2018
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tennant Company (“Tennant”) (NYSE: TNC), a world leader in designing, manufacturing and marketing cleaning products and solutions for maintaining surfaces in industrial, commercial and outdoor environments, today announces new greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets in line with climate science as
Innovive Grants Limited License for Allentown Disposable Caging
April 17, 2018
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Innovive, the innovator and market leader in disposable rodent caging, is pleased to announce that it has issued a limited non-exclusive license to Allentown, Inc., a leader in the lab animal space. This license will allow Allentown to continue development of Allentown disposable caging products for use in their
ISARA and CSS Introduce the First and Only Quantum-Safe, Full-Stack PKI
April 17, 2018
WATERLOO, Ontario & CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ISARA Corp., the leading provider of security solutions for the quantum computing age, and Certified Security Solutions (CSS), the leader in PKI-based digital identity software and services, announced today that their innovative partnership has resulted in release of the world’s first
Praxair Begins Supplying Hydrogen to Marathon Petroleum’s Louisiana Refinery
April 17, 2018
DANBURY, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Praxair, Inc. (NYSE:PX) announced today that it has begun supplying hydrogen to Marathon Petroleum Corporation’s refinery in Garyville, Louisiana. Marathon Petroleum is one of the largest transportation fuels refiners in the U.S. and operates an integrated refining, marketing and transportation system in the
HEICO Corporation Subsidiary Acquires Flight Critical Aerospace Electronics Product Line
April 17, 2018
HOLLYWOOD, Fla. & SARASOTA, Fla. & ST. JOHN’S, Newfoundland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HEICO Corporation (NYSE: HEI.A) (NYSE: HEI) today announced that its Dukane Seacom Inc. (“Dukane Seacom”) subsidiary acquired 100% of the business and assets of the Emergency Locator Transmitter Beacon product line of Instrumar Limited
CIRCOR Announces Dates for First-Quarter 2018 Earnings Release and Conference Call
April 17, 2018
BURLINGTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CIRCOR International, Inc. (NYSE: CIR) today announced that it plans to release its first-quarter 2018 financial results after the close of the New York Stock Exchange on Tuesday, May 1, 2018. At 9:00 a.m. ET Wednesday, May 2, 2018, the Company will conduct a conference call hosted by Scott Buckhout, President
Mitutoyo America Corporation Features MACH Series CMM Product Lines
April 17, 2018
AURORA, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mitutoyo America Corporation is showcasing its best-in-class MACH Series of CMM Products. The product line is comprised of the MACH-V, MACH-3A and MACH Ko-ga-me. Product highlights listed: MACH-V High-speed drive up to a maximum of 34.0"/sec (866 mm/sec): The world’s fastest CNC vertical axis, in-line coordinate
Mission to the Moon: Stratasys Joins Forces with Lockheed Martin and PADT to Engineer Advanced 3D
April 17, 2018
MINNEAPOLIS & REHOVOT, Israel & TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stratasys Ltd. (NASDAQ: SSYS), a global leader in applied additive technology solutions, and Phoenix Analysis & Design Technologies, Inc. (PADT) jointly announced the companies are teaming with Lockheed Martin Space to deliver next-generation 3D printed parts for
Comtech to Demonstrate Cost-Effective Space and Component Solutions for Precision Satellite Tracking
April 17, 2018
MELVILLE, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 17, 2018 -- Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (Nasdaq:CMTL) announces its Government Solutions segment will be exhibiting at the 34th Space Symposium to showcase cost-effective X/Y antenna pedestal technology for precision satellite tracking, as well as frequency tuned radomes and carbon reflectors. Located at
IEE Exhibiting New Display Products at Quad A Summit 2018
April 17, 2018
VAN NUYS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Industrial Electronic Engineers, IEE, manufacturer of rugged military displays, will be exhibiting their product line at the Army Aviation Missions Solutions Summit (Quad A) in Nashville, Tennessee, April 25-27th. IEE will feature two new displays designed for fixed and rotary wing airborne applications.
Wastewater Treatment Industry Veteran Dana M. Hicks Joins BCR as Vice President of Sales
April 17, 2018
JACKSONVILLE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today BCR announced that Dana M. Hicks has joined the company as vice president of sales. Bringing more than 20 years of experience across wastewater treatment technologies, EPC service providers and related industries, Mr. Hicks will lead BCR’s sales team with a focus on municipal markets. This will