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Admiral Mark E. Ferguson, USN, Retired, Elected to VSE Board of Directors
November 8, 2017
ALEXANDRIA, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--VSE Corporation (NASDAQ: VSEC) announced today that Admiral Mark E. Ferguson, USN, Retired, has been elected as a member of the VSE Board of Directors effective December 1, 2017. Admiral Ferguson retired from the U.S. Navy in July 2016, after concurrently serving as Commander of the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and
Solid Edge Brings Divergent Modeling Worlds Together
November 8, 2017
“The dirty little secret” in computer-aided design (CAD), says Dan Staples, Siemens PLM Software vice president of product development, are the “challenges” in making generative design, additive manufacturing (AM) and reverse engineering “a cohesive whole.” The problem revolves around faceted (mesh) versus B-rep
German OEMs Designing the Future
November 8, 2017
At this year’s 67th International Motor Show in Frankfurt, a number of OEMs showed off their current, new and conceptual cars and trucks, putting them on the world’s stage at the point that is arguably the official start of the auto show season. (Although it is worth noting that Frankfurt is biennial, so there’s the issue of when
Hudson Technologies Reports Revenues of $24.7 Million for Third Quarter 2017; Diluted EPS of $0.05
November 8, 2017
PEARL RIVER, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hudson Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:HDSN) announced results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2017 as well as unaudited pro forma results for the year ended December 31, 2016 and the six months ended June 30, 2017. Hudson reported revenues of $24.7 million for the third quarter ended
H&E Equipment Services Reports Quarterly Cash Dividend
November 8, 2017
BATON ROUGE, La.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--H&E Equipment Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: HEES) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend to be paid to its stockholders. The Company announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.275 per share of common stock to be paid on December 11, 2017 for stockholders of record as of
Nortech Systems Reports Third Quarter Results
November 8, 2017
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nortech Systems Inc. (NASDAQ: NSYS) today reported net sales of $28.3 million for the third quarter ended September 30, compared with net sales of $29.7 million for the third quarter of 2016. For the nine months ended September 30, Nortech’s net sales were $86.8 million, compared with $87.6 million for the same
Steel Not Standing Still
November 8, 2017
The ArcelorMittal (usa.arcelormittal.com) Indiana Harbor complex in East Chicago, Indiana, is the largest integrated steelmaking facility in North America, and the steel maker is continuing to make investments in the mammoth facility, on the order of more than $200-million. The so-called “footprint project” has been underway for a
Domtar Corporation 2018 Quarterly Earnings Schedule
November 8, 2017
FORT MILL, S.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Domtar Corporation (NYSE: UFS) (TSX: UFS) today announced the following tentative 2018 quarterly earnings schedule: First Quarter 2018: Thursday, May 3, 2018 Second Quarter 2018: Thursday, August 2, 2018 Third Quarter 2018: Thursday, November 1, 2018 Fourth Quarter 2018: Thursday, February 7, 2019 Each quarterly
Axalta Expands Industrial Product Line with Durable Corlar Epoxy Primer
November 8, 2017
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA) introduces the Corlar® LV PR 178 Series Epoxy Primer to its portfolio of innovative coating products for the industrial market. Corlar LV PR 178 Epoxy Primer is designed to deliver exceptionally strong adhesion and outstanding corrosion resistance for use on properly prepared
RBC Bearings to Participate in the Goldman Sachs Industrials Conference 2017
November 8, 2017
OXFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--RBC Bearings Incorporated (Nasdaq: ROLL), a leading international manufacturer of highly-engineered precision bearings and components for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries, today announced that it will participate in the Goldman Sachs Industrials Conference 2017 on November 14, 2017 in Boston,
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. Awarded $1.1 Million Order for Infrastructure Equipment to Support
November 8, 2017
MELVILLE, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--November 8, 2017-- Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL) announced today that during its first quarter of fiscal 2018, its Tempe, Arizona-based subsidiary, Comtech EF Data Corp., which is part of Comtech’s Commercial Solutions segment, was awarded a $1.1 million order for infrastructure equipment
Audi Goes Electric
November 8, 2017
The Audi A8, the flagship of the Ingolstadt-based brand’s lineup, has launched in its fourth iteration, and it marks a change in the powertrain approach that has long been taken by Audi. The car is being equipped, for the first time, with an electrified drive—as standard. This is a mild hybrid configuration that is based off of a
“Drive Me to the Moon. . . .”
November 8, 2017
While this snappy hounds-tooth checked seat may look like something that might have been in one of Frank Sinatra’s pads back in the day it is actually the Recaro Rallye, which is said to be the world’s first shell seat: there is a seat shell of fiberglass-reinforced resin formed to the contours of a body. Blog Post: 11/8/2017 Gary S.
Accuracy and Productivity with Modular Workholding
November 8, 2017
Advanced modular palletized workholding technologies take the headache out of machine setups. These systems revolutionize the alignment process, may reduce setup times by as much as 90 percent, and provide safe clamping forces as well as tighter tolerances and higher transfer repeatability. One such high-tech modular clamping solution is the Power
Walter, Starrag Host Fifth Annual Turbine Technology Days
November 8, 2017
Walter AG teamed up with machine builder Starrag AG to host the fifth annual Turbine Technology Days event at Starrag headquarters in Switzerland. The event attracted over 200 visitors from 19 countries. It focused specifically on ways to make turbine production more productive and reliable, as well as developments in machining and control
Harris Corporation Completes Development of Fully Digital Navigation Payload for Future GPS III
November 8, 2017
MELBOURNE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Harris Corporation (NYSE: HRS) has completed development of the company’s fully digital Mission Data Unit (MDU), which is at the heart of its navigation payload for Lockheed Martin’s GPS III satellites 11 and beyond. The current Harris payload for GPS III space vehicles (SVs) 1-10 includes a greater
Terves’ Continued Dissolvable Material Technology Development Receives U.S. Patent Protection
November 8, 2017
EUCLID, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Terves Inc. (“Terves”), continues to aggressively invest in and advance dissolvable (or disintegrating) and other Engineered Response materials technologies supporting improved efficiencies and enhanced recovery in the oil and gas industry. Through licensing and further developing over 30 years of
Röchling Advances Systems for Structures and Sensors
November 8, 2017
Rochling Automotive  (roechling.com) has developed a number of technologies that are absolutely applicable to electrified vehicles, as well as to vehicles that have increased numbers of sensors, regardless of their level of autonomy. For example, there is its integrated sandwich floor (ISF) that it has had available which combines
Intertek Launches Dedicated Short-Range Communications Testing and Certification Services for the
November 8, 2017
DETROIT--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Intertek, a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide, today announces the launch of new services for dedicated short-range communications (DSRC) testing and certification for the automotive industry. These new offerings will assist original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and their suppliers in
Toolholder Extensions Reach Difficult-to-Reach Areas
November 8, 2017
The slim design of Schunk’s Tribos-SVL toolholder extensions enables precise and smooth machining of difficult-to-access workpiece areas while providing a runout accuracy of less than 0.003 mm, according to the company New Product Post: 11/8/2017 Edited by Julia Hider Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop
EMS-GRIVORY to Introduce Green Partnership with API at Hong Kong Optical Fair
November 8, 2017
MUSSOLENTE, Italy--(BUSINESS WIRE)--API, an Italian company that specializes in the production of thermoplastic elastomeric compounds and bioplastics that was acquired by global materials company Trinseo in July 2017, has announced a green partnership with EMS-GRIVORY, a leading Swiss manufacturer of high performance polymers and supplier of
Plas-Pak Industries, Inc. Becomes Part of the Nordson EFD Product Family
November 8, 2017
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nordson EFD, a Nordson company (NASDAQ: NDSN) and the world’s leading precision fluid dispensing systems manufacturer, announces Plas-Pak Industries, Inc. is now Nordson EFD. The acquisition, which took place earlier this year, expands and diversifies Nordson EFD’s offering of injection molded,
The 45th Tokyo Motor Show 2017 Closes on a Successful Note
November 8, 2017
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The 45th Tokyo Motor Show 2017 (organized by the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, Inc.), which was held for ten days from October 27 (Friday) through November 5 (Sunday) at Tokyo Big Sight in Ariake, Koto-ku, closed November 5 at 18:00 on a successful note. We would like to thank everyone who joined us this year
Autologic Diagnostics Introduces Programming on the AssistPlus
November 8, 2017
COMMACK, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Autologic Diagnostics, Inc., a worldwide provider of automotive aftermarket diagnostic support and services, announced today that for the first time, programming will become available on its AssistPlus device. For years, Autologic was known for its BlueBox programming capabilities, and now, the Company is bringing
XPEL Technologies to Host Conference Call to Discuss Third Quarter 2017 Results
November 8, 2017
SAN ANTONIO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--XPEL Technologies Corp. (TSXV: DAP.U) a global supplier of automotive paint protection and window protection films, today announced it will host a conference call and webcast on Thursday, November 16, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the Company’s third quarter 2017 results. To access the live webcast,
MISUMI Group, Inc. Establishing a Local Subsidiary in Mexico
November 8, 2017
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MISUMI Group announced today that it is fully committed to entering the Mexican market, where high growth is anticipated, to further expand business in the Americas region. Beginning in April 2018, the Mexican subsidiary will support local manufacturing companies. The automotive industry continues to shift production to
Aegis Software Announces SAP® Certification of their FactoryLogix® MES Platform for SAP ERP 6.0
November 8, 2017
HORSHAM, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aegis Software, a global provider of Manufacturing Execution Software (MES), today announced that its FactoryLogix® MES software platform has been certified for SAP® Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), version 6.0. Aegis Software’s FactoryLogix MES solution provides a next-generation digital solution for
Qosina Stocks Medical-Grade O-Rings
November 8, 2017
RONKONKOMA, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Qosina is pleased to carry a line of bulk, non-sterile O-rings for further assembly. These O-rings are predominantly used in static sealing applications and can be used between two components as a primary seal to prevent leakage, or as an energizing element. When used as an energizing element, the O-rings provide
IEE Exhibiting Rugged Displays at AAAA Joseph P. Cribbins 45th Annual Aviation Product Sustainment
November 8, 2017
VAN NUYS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Industrial Electronic Engineers (IEE), manufacturer of enhanced rugged displays for military and aerospace applications, will be exhibiting at the AAAA Joseph P. Cribbins 45th Annual Aviation Product Sustainment Symposium on November 15-16th, at the Van Braun Center in Huntsville, Alabama. The Symposium for
Cree Charts His Own Course As President of Addex
November 8, 2017
No fly-by-nighter, Addex exec’s been flying since he was a teenager, and it’s now his preferred way to travel on business. In the plastics machinery business, there’s nothing all that unusual about a company president making calls to visit customers, either alone or with a territory sales manager or representative. But in their
Updated Measurement Software Provides Universal CMM Compatibility
November 8, 2017
Verisurf Software offers Verisurf 2018, the latest release of its measurement software for automated quality inspection, scanning, tool-building, reverse engineering and assembly guidance. The features of this edition focus on universal coordinate measuring machine (CMM) compatibility, quick programming shortcuts and other productivity features,
AgroFresh Solutions Reports Results for Third Quarter and First Nine Months of 2017
November 8, 2017
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AgroFresh Solutions, Inc. ("AgroFresh" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: AGFS), a global leader in produce freshness solutions, announced financial results for the third quarter and first nine months of fiscal 2017, ended September 30, 2017. Jordi Ferre, Chief Executive Officer, commented, "Results throughout fiscal 2017
AgroFresh Extends Post-Harvest Leadership into Citrus with Acquisition of Tecnidex
November 8, 2017
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AgroFresh Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: AGFS), a global leader in produce freshness solutions, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a controlling-interest in Tecnidex, a leading provider of post-harvest fungicides, waxes, and biocides for the citrus market. With this acquisition, AgroFresh
Simulations Plus Sets Date for 4th Quarter and Fiscal Year 2017 Earnings Release and Conference Call
November 8, 2017
LANCASTER, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Simulations Plus, Inc. (Nasdaq: SLP) announced today that it expects to file Form 10-K for the 2017 fiscal year ended August 31, 2017, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on November 14, 2017. The Company will host a conference call on Tuesday, November 14, 2017, at 4:15 p.m. Eastern Time. All
Dow CEO Liveris to Join Commerce Secretary Ross Trade Mission to China to Promote Mutually
November 8, 2017
BEIJING--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Andrew Liveris, executive chairman of DowDuPont (NYSE: DWDP), and chairman and CEO of The Dow Chemical Company, will join President Donald J. Trump, Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross and a host of noted business leaders on a trade mission to China this week. The trade mission will promote commercial successes while seeking
Spectrum Plastics Group Announces Three Fundamental Medical Business Platforms
November 8, 2017
ALPHARETTA, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Spectrum Plastics Group, the newly formed North American leader in the design and manufacture of custom and specialty plastics for the medical device industry, reports positive reception of the new brand and expanded capabilities. The company has been executing an integration plan for its medical division, and
Myers Industries Announces Quarterly Dividend
November 8, 2017
AKRON, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MYE) announced that its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.135 per share payable on January 2, 2018 to shareholders of record as of December 1, 2017. About Myers Industries Myers Industries, Inc. is an international manufacturer of polymer products for
Students at University of Applied Sciences Ravensburg-Weingarten 'Design for Additive' with
November 8, 2017
MINNEAPOLIS & REHOVOT, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS), a global leader in applied additive technology solutions, today announced that the University of Applied Sciences Ravensburg-Weingarten in Germany is developing a first-of-its kind 3D printed self-balancing scooter with Stratasys additive technologies. Tasked with
Sealed Air Reports Third Quarter 2017 Results
November 8, 2017
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sealed Air Corporation (NYSE:SEE) today announced financial results for the third quarter 2017. Commenting on these results, Jerome A. Peribere, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “For the third consecutive quarter, we are delivering on our accelerated growth strategy, led by favorable volume trends
American Midstream Reports Third Quarter 2017 Results
November 8, 2017
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Midstream Partners, LP (NYSE: AMID) (“American Midstream”, “AMID” or the “Partnership”) today reported financial results for the three months and nine months ended September 30, 2017. Declared twenty-fifth consecutive quarterly distribution since IPO Reallocated $450 million in
Ryder to Host Open House for New Maintenance and Rental Facility in Frederick, Md.
November 8, 2017
MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in commercial fleet management, dedicated transportation, and supply chain solutions, announced the opening of its brand new truck maintenance and rental facility in Frederick, Md. On Wednesday, November 15, 2017, the new facility will open its doors and host an open house from 8:30
Olympic Steel Reports Significantly Improved Third-Quarter Results
November 8, 2017
CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Olympic Steel Inc. (Nasdaq: ZEUS), a leading national metals service center, today announced significantly improved financial results for the third quarter and nine-month period ended Sept. 30, 2017. Third-quarter net sales in 2017 increased 24% over last year’s same quarter to $331.4 million. Year-to-date 2017 net
Triumph Group Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2018 Results
November 8, 2017
BERWYN, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Triumph Group, Inc. (NYSE: TGI) (“Triumph” or the “Company”) today reported financial results for its second quarter of fiscal year 2018, which ended September 30, 2017. Second Quarter Fiscal 2018 Highlights Net sales were $745.2 million. Operating income was $18.8 million. On an adjusted
“Drive Me to the Moon. . . .”
November 8, 2017
While this snappy hounds-tooth checked seat may look like something that might have been in one of Frank Sinatra’s pads back in the day it is actually the Recaro Rallye, which is said to be the world’s first shell seat: there is a seat shell of fiberglass-reinforced resin formed to the contours of a body. Blog Post: 11/8/2017 Gary S.
Nitto Enters European High-Speed, Large Capacity Plastic Optical Cables Business for High-Definition
November 8, 2017
OSAKA, Japan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nitto Denko Corporation (hereinafter “Nitto”) (TOKYO:6988) announced today that it will enter the high-speed, large capacity plastic optical cables business in Europe. The company will begin preparations for mass production and sales slated to begin in 2019 and the new cables will contribute to its vision
Astrotech Reports First Quarter of Fiscal Year 2018 Financial Results
November 8, 2017
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Astrotech Corporation (NASDAQ: ASTC) reported its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2018 ended September 30, 2017. “In the first quarter, our subsidiary 1st Detect achieved a significant milestone toward the deployment of explosives trace detector systems with the Transportation
FASTR Consortium Announces Release of “Automotive Industry Guidelines for Secure over-the-Air
November 8, 2017
WILMINGTON, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--FASTRSM, a nonprofit research consortium dedicated to automotive cybersecurity, today announced the availability of “Automotive Industry Guidelines for Secure Over-the-Air Updates.” The guidelines are intended to assist automotive manufacturers and others involved in evaluating platforms for secure
Toyoda Gosei to Begin Collaboration with EBM Corporation in Developing Surgical Training Simulators
November 8, 2017
KIYOSU, Japan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. has concluded an agreement with EBM Corporation*1, a medical device startup company started at Waseda University in Japan, to work together for the development and widespread adoption of surgical training simulators using e-Rubber,*2 an advanced material Toyoda Gosei is currently developing. As
Four European Countries in Three Days
November 8, 2017
The German Association of Tool and Mould Makers‘ (VDWF) networking event for young entrepreneurs took around 40 moldmakers on a three-day trip around Lake Constance in October 2017 to visit OEMs and innovative mold shops in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. VDWF’s event called “Voll Wild” has traditionally been a one-day
TSX Series Tangential Milling Cutter Handles High Feed Rates
November 8, 2017
Sumitomo Electric Carbide Inc.’s TSX series tangential milling cutter is designed for efficient shoulder milling and is engineered with a tough and sharp cutting edge for stable, highly efficient machining at high feed rates.  New Product Post: 11/8/2017 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining Sumitomo