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Ecolab Institutes New Parental Leave Policy
December 1, 2017
ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ecolab Inc., a global leader in water, hygiene and energy technologies and services, announced the addition of six weeks of 100-percent- paid parental leave for all U.S. parents, beginning Jan. 1, 2018. The new policy applies to birth mothers and fathers, as well as adoptive parents and surrogate parents, in the
Axalta and Nippon Paint End Acquisition Discussions
December 1, 2017
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global coatings company, today confirmed that its previously announced discussions regarding it being acquired by Nippon Paint have ended. Nippon Paint informed Axalta that its Board of Directors was unwilling to meet our expectations regarding the value of the company
The Toro Company to Announce Fiscal 2017 Full Year Results
December 1, 2017
BLOOMINGTON, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Toro Company (NYSE: TTC) today announced that it will release its fiscal 2017 full year results on Thursday, December 7, 2017, at approximately 7:30 a.m. (CST). The full text of Toro’s earnings release will be available at that time at www.thetorocompany.com/invest. The company also will hold an
MIPI Alliance Releases MIPI CCS, a New Specification that Streamlines Integration of Image Sensors
December 1, 2017
PISCATAWAY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The MIPI® Alliance, an international organization that develops interface specifications for mobile and mobile-influenced industries, today released a new specification that provides a standardized way to integrate image sensors in mobile-connected devices. The new specification, MIPI Camera Command Set v1.0
Ryder Unveils Newly Built Maintenance Facility in Charlotte, North Carolina
December 1, 2017
MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in commercial fleet management, dedicated transportation, and supply chain solutions, announced the unveiling of its new state-of-the-art maintenance facility in Charlotte, N.C. The newly constructed Ryder-Charlotte North location has been engineered with expanded capabilities to
Navigant Research Report Shows Global Sales of DC Fast Chargers for Electric Vehicles Are Expected
December 1, 2017
BOULDER, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A new report from Navigant Research examines the state of electric vehicle (EV) direct current (DC) fast charging deployment and key market drivers, providing global forecasts for equipment sales, segmented by power level, through 2026. DC fast charging has gone from a niche segment of the EV charging market to the
Arcimoto Makes North American Debut at AutoMobility LA and 2017 LA Auto Show; Delivers First
December 1, 2017
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Arcimoto, Inc.® (NASDAQ: FUV), makers of the world’s first Fun Utility Vehicle™ (FUV) — an affordable and practical pure electric vehicle for everyday commuters and fleets, today delivered its first-ever Signature Series FUV. The vehicle delivery took place today at AutoMobility LA, the official
Pilot Chemical Names Pamela Butcher as CEO and President
December 1, 2017
CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pilot Chemical Company announced that Pamela Butcher has been named CEO and president, effective immediately. Butcher has served in various capacities for Pilot Chemical, including CEO, president, COO and member of the board of directors over the last seven years. She replaces former president Michael Scott.
Automotive-Grade Regulators from Diodes Incorporated Deliver 5V, 8V, or 12V Outputs and Tolerate 60V
December 1, 2017
PLANO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Diodes Incorporated (Nasdaq: DIOD), a leading global manufacturer and supplier of high-quality application specific standard products within the broad discrete, logic, analog and mixed-signal semiconductor markets, today announced the ZXTR2105FQ, ZXTR2108FQ and ZXTR2112FQ regulator transistors. These devices are
Ingevity to open new automotive testing center in Zhuhai, China
December 1, 2017
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ingevity Corporation (NYSE: NGVT) today announced that it will open a new automotive applications testing facility in Zhuhai, China. The new testing center will provide state-of-the-art application testing capabilities to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers who use Ingevity’s
UQM Technologies Signs Joint Venture Agreement with China National Heavy Duty Truck Group Co., Ltd.
December 1, 2017
LONGMONT, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--UQM Technologies, Inc. (NYSE American: UQM) announced today it has signed a Joint Venture Agreement (“JVA”) with China National Heavy Duty Truck Group Co., Ltd. (“CNHTC”) and Sinotruk Global Village Investment Limited, a Hong Kong based limited liability company owned by CNHTC. Under the
Tesla Model X, Genesis G90 among the Most Loved Vehicles of 2017, from Strategic Vision
December 1, 2017
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--What is Love? Every brand wants to be loved by their customers. The challenge is in how to understand Love, and just as important, how to measure it. Strategic Vision has spent the past forty years developing metrics that quantify emotion, culminating in The Edwards Commitment Scale® which captures emotional
T3 Motion Announces Grand Reopening Under New Ownership & Management
December 1, 2017
ONTARIO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--(OTCBB: TTTM) www.t3motioninc.com - T3 Holdings, Inc., d/b/a T3 Motion, Inc., today announced its acquisition of the former operations of T3M, Inc., under a final order of the United States Bankruptcy Court, Central District of California, whereas T3 Holdings, Inc., acquired essentially all of the assets of the
Arconic Shareholders Approve Delaware Reincorporation
December 1, 2017
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Arconic Inc. (NYSE: ARNC) (the “Company”) announced today that shareholders have approved, at a special meeting held earlier today, the Company’s reincorporation from Pennsylvania to Delaware. In order to effect the reincorporation, Arconic shareholders approved the merger of the Company with a newly
HBD Industries Acquires True Position Technologies LLC
December 1, 2017
DUBLIN, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HBD Industries, a diversified manufacturer of highly engineered products, is pleased to announce the expansion of its Precision Components platform through the acquisition of True Position Technologies LLC (“True Position”). Based in Valencia, California, True Position is a leading provider of complex
Kratzer, German Manufacturer of Highly Complex Precision Parts, Enjoys 90% Time Savings on Fixture
December 1, 2017
MINNEAPOLIS & REHOVOT, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS), a global leader in applied additive technology solutions, today announced that German industrial parts manufacturer, Kratzer GmbH & Co. KG, has significantly enhanced workflow efficiencies by additively manufacturing fixtures for its assembly lines. Thanks to the
Orbital ATK Delivers Al Yah 3 Commercial Communications Satellite to Launch Site
December 1, 2017
DULLES, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Orbital ATK (NYSE: OA), a global leader in aerospace and defense technologies, today announced that the Al Yah 3 satellite has arrived at its launch site in Kourou, French Guiana, for its upcoming launch on an Arianespace rocket in January 2018. Al Yah 3, built for Al Yah Satellite Communications Company PrJSC
Donaldson Reports Fiscal 2018 First Quarter Earnings
December 1, 2017
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI) today announced first quarter 2018 net earnings of $60.9 million, or $0.46 per share,1 compared with 2017 net earnings of $58.0 million, or $0.43 per share. The prior year results included a one-time gain of approximately 5 cents per share related to the settlement of claims in an
L3 to Webcast Investor Conference
December 1, 2017
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--L3 Technologies (NYSE:LLL) announced today that the company will broadcast a live audio webcast of its Investor Conference on Tuesday, December 5, beginning at 8:30 a.m. ET. The event is scheduled to conclude by 12:00 p.m. ET. Listeners will be able to access the broadcast over the Internet at www.L3T.com or by dialing
Platy Mineral Filler Does a Better Job In HFFR Cable Sheathing
December 1, 2017
Greater flame and smoke suppression, lower heat release, and a more stable char—all at an economical price. Article Post: 11/30/2017 Matthew H. Naitove Executive Editor, Plastics Technology magazine Platy UltraCarb provides more mechanical reinforcement than spherical ATH particles.  Spherical ATH particles provide less
Post-Consumer PET Bottles Turned to New ‘True’ Black Jeans
December 1, 2017
Unifil’s Repreve recycled fiber used by Cone Denim in a new line of black jeans. A three-way collaboration has resulted in the launch of Future BLACK+, a new line of black jeans, each pair of which contains up to 17 recycled PET bottles—said to be the most post-consumer recycled content the industry has seen in denim. Superior softness,
New ASTM Standard on Thickness Measuring to Boost Film Quality
December 1, 2017
Non-contact measurement standard should also expedite the testing process. Article Post: 11/30/2017 Jim Callari Editorial Director/Associate Publisher, Plastics Technology Step 1: Cut a strip off the end of a roll.  Step 2: Run the strip through the Profiler. Step 3: Thickness data are generated for analysis.  Previous Next A new ASTM
Platy Mineral Filler Does a Better Job In HFFR Cable Sheathing
December 1, 2017
Greater flame and smoke suppression, lower heat release, and a more stable char—all at an economical price. Article Post: 11/30/2017 Matthew H. Naitove Executive Editor, Plastics Technology magazine Platy UltraCarb provides more mechanical reinforcement than spherical ATH particles.  Spherical ATH particles provide less
New ASTM Standard on Thickness Measuring to Boost Film Quality
December 1, 2017
Non-contact measurement standard should also expedite the testing process. Article Post: 11/30/2017 Jim Callari Editorial Director/Associate Publisher, Plastics Technology Step 1: Cut a strip off the end of a roll.  Step 2: Run the strip through the Profiler. Step 3: Thickness data are generated for analysis.  Previous Next A new ASTM
Nissan Brings the Kicks
December 1, 2017
Recognizing the burgeoning phenomenon of the CUV craze that is characteristic of the market (and this is global, not just in the U.S.), Nissan has announced the development of what—as of next Spring—will become the sixth vehicle in its crossover/SUV lineup (in addition to the Rogue, Rogue Sport, Murano, Pathfinder, and Armada), the
The London Cab: Where Tradition Intersects with Contemporaneity
December 1, 2017
David Ancona, General Manager and Design Director, Geely Design Barcelona, puts a compelling picture forth in order to explain why the TX taxi that he and his team developed looks like what most people think about when they imagine a “London cab” rather than something that is purely functionally indifferent, sort of the way that
Ken Kraft Passes; Founding Member of Electrocoat Association
December 1, 2017
Kraft was a founding member on the board of directors of the Electrocoat Association and worked for George Koch Sons in Evansville, Indiana for 39 years in estimating, sales, and engineering. Ken Kraft, a founding member on the board of directors of the Electrocoat Association, passed Nov. 27. He worked for George Koch Sons in
Heading to Sur/Fin 2018? Cleveland Named One of 21 Best Places to Visit
December 1, 2017
National Geographic Traveler says Cleveland one of world’s best 21 places to visit; city was the editors’ No. 3 pick and the only U.S. location under the culture umbrella. If you are heading to Sur/Fin in June in Cleveland, then you will be visiting one of the “21 Must-See Places” to visit, according to National
Laser Lathes Consolidate Medical Manufacturing
December 1, 2017
Laser cutting and welding capability can make Swiss-type lathes an ideal complement to equipment that hasn’t traditionally shared space with production machinery.   In the right application, a concentrated beam of light can do much of what a mechanical cutting tool can do, only better. Under no physical pressure during the machining
Inspection System Has Vertical or Horizontal Angle for Versatility
December 1, 2017
The Starrett Company introduces the HVR100-FLIP, a new, large field-of-vision (FOV) Benchtop vision measurement system that usable in either a vertical or horizontal orientation, features a high-resolution digital video camera and minimal optical distortion for accurate FOV measurements ranging to 90 mm (3.65"). The FLIP horizontal or vertical
America Makes Declares 2017 MMX Event a Success
December 1, 2017
America Makes reports that its 2017 annual Members Meeting and Exchange (MMX) event, held November 15-16 in Youngstown, Ohio, was a success. Driven by the National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM), the organization is a collaborative partner in Additive Manufacturing (AM) technology research and innovation. Each year, it hosts
Celanese Announces Acetaldehyde Price Increase in Europe
November 30, 2017
DALLAS & AMSTERDAM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Celanese Corporation (NYSE: CE), a global technology and specialty materials company, will increase list and off-list selling prices for acetaldehyde. The price increase below will be effective immediately, or as contracts otherwise allow.       Product       Europe (EUR/MT)
All-New Mitsubishi 2018 Eclipse Cross Offers Stimulating Design, Confidence-Inspiring Driving and
November 30, 2017
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--With a reputation of being fun to drive and advanced technology, the Eclipse sports car was one of Mitsubishi’s best-selling and iconic vehicles ever. Now, the Eclipse moniker is making its jubilant comeback with the same reputation for driving dynamics and technology in the form of a CUV, the all-new 2018
PVH Corp. Reports 2017 Third Quarter Revenue and EPS Above Guidance and Raises Full Year Guidance
November 29, 2017
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PVH Corp. [NYSE: PVH] reported 2017 third quarter results. Non-GAAP Amounts: Amounts stated to be on a non-GAAP basis exclude the items that are described below under the heading “Non-GAAP Exclusions.” Amounts stated on a constant currency basis are also deemed to be on a non-GAAP basis. Reconciliations of
Westlake Chemical Announces Closing of Offering of 4.375% Senior Notes due 2047 and Remarketing of
November 29, 2017
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Westlake Chemical Corporation (NYSE: WLK) (“Westlake”) today announced that it has closed its previously announced underwritten public offering of $500 million aggregate principal amount of 4.375% Senior Notes due 2047 (the “Notes”) and the remarketing of $250 million aggregate principal amount of
PQ Group Holdings Inc. Announces Pricing of Senior Unsecured Notes
November 29, 2017
MALVERN, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PQ Group Holdings Inc. (NYSE:PQG) today announced that its indirect, wholly owned subsidiary, PQ Corporation (the “Issuer”), priced its offering of $300 million in aggregate principal amount of Senior Unsecured Notes due 2025 (the “Notes”). The net proceeds from the offering, together with cash
Tenneco’s Digital Damper
November 29, 2017
Although dampers have historically been based on a fluid or gas, this being the 21st century, Tenneco (tenneco.com), which offers a variety of shock absorbers and struts through its Monroe brand (which, speaking of centuries, celebrated its centennial last year), has developed a digital damper, DRiV. The simple question one might have is
New Weatherstripping Materials Launched
November 29, 2017
Three new materials for weatherstrip applications have been developed by Dow Elastomers (dow.com). The NORDEL EPDM (ethylene-propylene-diene terpolymer) materials can be used in sealing applications including car doors, glass and window, and truck and hood seals. Three new materials for weatherstrip applications have been developed by Dow
Brooks Running Company Brings Innovation to Runners by Unveiling the Most Personalized Running
November 29, 2017
SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Brooks Running Company announced it is partnering with HP Inc. and Superfeet to deliver the most personalized running footwear. Leveraging FitStation powered by HP and Brooks Run Signature, Brooks will introduce the first performance running shoe created based on an individual’s unique biomechanics which will be
Injection Molding: Industry 4.0 Advances at Fakuma 2017
November 29, 2017
At this month’s Fakuma fair in Germany, several injection machine suppliers will showcase their progress toward Industry 4.0 connectivity. Here are examples: • Engel Austria (U.S. office in York, Pa.) will emphasize three aspects of its Engel 4.0 program. In the category of “smart machine” Engel will
BizVibe Announces New B2B Networking Platform for Footwear Manufacturers in China
November 29, 2017
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BizVibe, a smart B2B networking platform for global B2B buyers and suppliers, announced today the next generation of its B2B networking platform for the footwear industry in China. With the update, businesses can establish a faster and more efficient path from company discovery to getting better quotes and building
Trinseo Announces Quarterly Dividend
November 29, 2017
BERWYN, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Trinseo (NYSE: TSE), a global materials solutions provider and manufacturer of plastics, latex binders and synthetic rubber, today announced that its Board of Directors authorized a quarterly dividend of $0.36 per share. The dividend will be a cash distribution payable on January 23, 2018, to shareholders of record as
Optomec Hosts 9th Annual International Aerosol Jet User Meeting
November 29, 2017
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Optomec, a leading global supplier of production grade additive manufacturing systems for 3D printed electronics (Aerosol Jet) and 3D printed metals (LENS), announced today that the company hosted its 9th annual International Aerosol Jet User Group Meeting at the Santa Clara Convention Center in California
Tooling: New Hot-Runner & Mold Components Shown at Fakuma
November 29, 2017
Hasco (U.S. office in Fletcher, N.C.) will show off a large crop of new developments at the Fakuma show this month in Germany, including these: • New HT (high-temperature) cooling-system components use special materials in the sealing elements that can resist long-term service temperatures up to 250 C (482 F). Conventional FKM
News in Hot Runners & Tooling At Fakuma 2017 Show
November 29, 2017
Highlights included some unusual solutions to common problems, slim nozzles for close spacing, and controls with lots of zones, as well as a handful of new cost- and space-saving standard mold components Novel Mold-Masters solution for gating a round part with a hole in the center has a reciprocating sleeve (in blue) that shuts off against the
News in Hot Runners & Tooling At Fakuma 2017 Show
November 29, 2017
Highlights included some unusual solutions to common problems, slim nozzles for close spacing, and controls with lots of zones, as well as a handful of new cost- and space-saving standard mold components Novel Mold-Masters solution for gating a round part with a hole in the center has a reciprocating sleeve (in blue) that shuts off against the
DMG MORI Presents Davis Technology Days
November 29, 2017
Attendees saw the U.S. premier of two five-axis machining centers. They also saw vertical machining centers and the company’s advanced machine tool factory.  Blog Post: 11/29/2017 Mark Albert Editorial Director, Modern Machine Shop Davis, California, is a satellite community of Sacramento, the state’s capital, and the location of
IPSCO Tubulars Announces Submission of Draft Registration Statement for Proposed Initial Public
November 29, 2017
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--IPSCO Tubulars Inc. (“IPSCO”) today announced the submission of a draft registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) relating to a proposed initial public offering of shares of its common stock. The number of shares to be offered and the price range for the
Autonomy, Electrification & Car Design
November 29, 2017
I expect the design of upcoming autonomous vehicles (AVs) will be dramatically different from our cars of today. We rarely think how much the style of our current cars reflects the fact they are driven/controlled by us humans. I am surprised how much our human psychology informs car design and determines which vehicle we decide to buy. This will
U.S. Customs & Border Protection Hires Student Pilots Exclusively from the University of North
November 29, 2017
GRAND FORKS, N.D.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Air and Marine Operations (AMO) has launched a program to recruit students exclusively from the University of North Dakota (UND) for careers as airborne law enforcement officers. Under the program, sophomore and junior students learn the foundation of federal law