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Mitsubishi Motors Reports Best September Sales in Ten Years
October 3, 2017
CYPRESS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) reported September 2017 sales of 8,430, up 17.2 percent over September 2016 making it Mitsubishi’s best September sales in ten years. Leading the way was the Outlander which posted its best September sales ever with 2,895 units sold, up 50.4 percent over last year.
CAM Software Increase Efficiency, Productivity
October 3, 2017
3D Systems has launched its GibbsCAM 12 software for production manufacturing in multi-task machining (MTM), mill-turn and production manufacturing. New Product Post: 10/3/2017 Edited by Julia Hider Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop 3D Systems has launched its GibbsCAM 12 software for production manufacturing in multi-task machining (MTM),
ITC Celebrates Manufacturing Day 2017
October 3, 2017
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--International Technical Coatings (ITC), the premier manufacturer of wire mesh products for material handling and fencing, today announced its participation in this week’s Manufacturing Day, taking place on Friday, October 6. Manufacturing Day is a celebration of modern manufacturing meant to inspire the next
What Makes a Floor Clean? Cintas Offers Floor Cleanliness Checklist
October 3, 2017
CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Unexpected weather conditions plague businesses, no matter what time of year. Due to their unpredictable nature, foreseeing what type of cleaning a facility will need to keep its floors clean on a daily basis can prove difficult. To help businesses protect their floors – and their customers – from the
BMW Group U.S. Reports September 2017 Sales
October 3, 2017
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sales of BMW brand vehicles increased 0.7 percent in September for a total of 25,571 compared to 25,389 vehicles sold in September 2016. Year-to-date, the BMW brand is down 4.3 percent in the U.S. on sales of 220,175 vehicles compared to 230,133 sold in the first nine months of 2016. Notable vehicle sales in
FASTR Consortium Releases New Recommendations for Contributing to Automotive Security Research and
October 3, 2017
BEAVERTON, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--FASTRSM, a nonprofit research consortium dedicated to automotive cybersecurity, today released new insights into the automotive security landscape as recommendations for research and innovation. This landscape, represented in an infographic, describes the opportunities for FASTR members and the broader industry to
ESI Releases Virtual Seat Solution 2017 to Address the Challenges of Automotive and Aircraft Seat
October 3, 2017
PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ESI Group, leading innovator in Virtual Prototyping software and services for manufacturing industries, announces the release of ESI Virtual Seat Solution 2017, the only software on the market specifically designed for the virtual prototyping of seats in the aeronautics and ground transportation industries. The software
Carlisle Companies Appoints Shelley Bausch President of Carlisle Fluid Technologies
October 3, 2017
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Carlisle Companies Inc. (NYSE:CSL) is pleased to announce the appointment of Shelley Bausch as President of Carlisle Fluid Technologies, effective immediately. D. Christian “Chris” Koch, Carlisle’s President and Chief Executive Officer, commented on the appointment, “Shelley is an
GF Machining Solutions to Acquire Software Company
October 3, 2017
As a part of a strategy to digitalize its offerings, GF Machining is acquiring the software company Symmedia. GF Machining Solutions has a strategy to digitalize its offerings. As a part of that strategy, GF Machining Solutions has agreed to purchase 100 percent of the shares of Symmedia GmbH (Bielefeld, Germany), which has been specializing in
Inspired by Wanderlust, Sherwin-Williams Names 2018 Color of the Year
October 3, 2017
CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A fusion of rich blue with jewel-toned green, the 2018 Color of the Year, Oceanside SW 6496, represents the growing desire for color that is both accessible and elusive. A complex, deep color, Oceanside offers a sense of the familiar with a hint of the unknown, bridging between old and new, light and dark.
Harvey and Irma Recovery One Month Later: IHS Markit Assesses Supply Chain and Recovery Dynamics
October 3, 2017
LEXINGTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--IHS Markit (Nasdaq: INFO), a world leader in critical information, analytics and solutions, has released a new forecast on the impact of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma on the national and regional economies, transportation infrastructure, automotive industry and the crude oil, refining and chemical sectors. U.S.
First Littelfuse SiC MOSFET Provides Ultra-Fast Switching in Power Electronics
October 3, 2017
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Littelfuse, Inc., the global leader in circuit protection, today introduced its first series of silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFETs, the latest addition to the company’s growing power semiconductor line. In March, Littelfuse took another incremental step towards establishing industry leadership in the power semiconductor
Flatirons Jouve™ Announces CORENA Cloud for Small and Medium Sized Airlines
October 3, 2017
IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Flatirons Jouve is pleased to announce the release of CORENA Cloud, a fully hosted software and service solution for mobile maintenance and flight operations that for the first time puts the power of CORENA Fleet into the hands of small to medium sized airline operators. Unlike traditional OEM independent solutions
Rockwell Collins to Issue Fourth Quarter Fiscal Year 2017 Financial Results on October 27
October 3, 2017
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) will issue a press release reporting its fourth quarter fiscal year 2017 financial results at approximately 6:30 a.m. Eastern Time on Friday, Oct. 27, 2017. In light of the announced transaction with United Technologies Corp. (UTX), the company will not hold a conference call for its
Heat/Cool Molding Gets A Workout at Fakuma 2017
October 3, 2017
KraussMaffei will demonstrate extremely fine mold-surface replication and the wide range of decorative effects possible without secondary processes using RocTool heat/cool molding technology. KraussMaffei (U.S. office in Florence, Ky.) will show off its new collaboration with RocTool (U.S. office in Charlotte, N.C.) at the Fakuma
Heat/Cool Molding Gets A Workout at Fakuma 2017
October 3, 2017
KraussMaffei will demonstrate extremely fine mold-surface replication and the wide range of decorative effects possible without secondary processes using RocTool heat/cool molding technology. KraussMaffei (U.S. office in Florence, Ky.) will show off its new collaboration with RocTool (U.S. office in Charlotte, N.C.) at the Fakuma
3D Printer’s Carbon Fiber-Filled Nylon Produces Stronger Parts
October 3, 2017
Fabtech 2017: Markforged’s X3 3D printer uses Onyx, a high-temperature capable, carbon fiber-filled nylon, to print engineering-grade thermoplastic fiber parts. New Product Post: 10/3/2017 Edited by Julia Hider Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop
Arborite Introduces 36 New Designs That Play Well with Others
October 3, 2017
MONTRÉAL--(BUSINESS WIRE)--To create an interior is to translate a story into an experience. Finishes work together to resonate with the purpose and personality of the space. In Montréal there is a motto, “Concordia Salus.” It means “well-being through harmony.” For nearly 70 years the iconic French Canadian
Investment Bridge Announces Investment Opinion: Bridge Report on ZEON CORPORATION: The Results for
October 3, 2017
NOTE TO EDITORS: The following is an investment opinion issued by Investment Bridge TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Investment Bridge, one of Japan’s leading independent investor relations services companies, has released a “Bridge Report” on ZEON CORPORATION (TOKYO First section: 4205) reviewing its earnings results for the fiscal year
American Vanguard Completes Acquisition of OHP, Inc.
October 3, 2017
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Vanguard Corporation (NYSE:AVD) announced today that it has completed the acquisition of OHP, Inc. a leading provider of technology based pesticide solutions for greenhouse and nursery production applications throughout the United States and Puerto Rico. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. As
AIG Study: Americans Evenly Split on Sharing the Road with Driverless Vehicles; Hacking a Major
October 3, 2017
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As cars and trucks move toward a more autonomous future, Americans are highly polarized as to whether to accept or reject them on the road, according to a study by American International Group, Inc. (NYSE:AIG). Safety of the vehicles, including the risk of hacking, are key concerns among respondents, while ease of driving
Ford Sales Up 8.7 Percent in September; F-Series Trucks Up 21.4 Percent; Transit Vans Gain 25.4
October 3, 2017
DEARBORN, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) today reported its September 2017 sales results. Click here or visit media.ford.com to view the news release. Ford will begin its monthly sales call at 10 a.m. ET this morning when Erich Merkle, Ford U.S. sales analyst, will host a conference call for the investment community and news
NI Trend Watch 2018 Explores the Trends Driving the Future Faster
October 3, 2017
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NI (Nasdaq: NATI), the provider of platform-based systems that enable engineers and scientists to solve the world’s greatest engineering challenges, today announced the release of NI Trend Watch 2018. The report examines the technological advances propelling our future faster than ever before along with some of
Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems Introduces New Dual Frequency Converter Unit
October 3, 2017
EAST AURORA, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Astronics Corporation (NASDAQ:ATRO), a leading supplier of advanced technologies and products to the global aerospace, defense and semiconductor industries, announced today that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES), has added the Dual Frequency Converter Unit (DFCU) to its
Five-Axis HMCs Perform Complex Prismatic Machining
October 3, 2017
Heller Machine Tools introduces its HF series of five-axis horizontal machining centers for complex prismatic parts. The 800-kg table load limit suits the machines for light and heavy workpieces. The sizes, 900 × 950 × 900 mm for the HF 5500 and 710 × 750 × 710 mm for the HF 3500, make them ideal for the general machining
U.S. Fence Announces Two Strategic Investments and Appoints Chief Executive Officer
October 3, 2017
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--U.S. Fence Solutions Co. (“U.S. Fence”), a portfolio company of private equity investment firm Building Industry Partners (“BIP”), announced three recent strategic developments: U.S. Fence acquires Ideal Fencing, CO’s leading highway guardrail fabricator and installer. U.S. Fence has invested
Hexion to Highlight NextGen Epoxy™ Waterborne System at ABRAFATI 2017
October 3, 2017
COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hexion Inc. (“Hexion” or the “Company”) will showcase its recently developed NextGen Epoxy™ Waterborne System at ABRAFATI 2017 in Sao Paulo, Brazil today. The NextGen EpoxyTM Waterborne system offers coatings performance comparable to solvent-borne systems while meeting stringent
nanoPrecision Products Achieves AS 9100D Certification Early, One of the First Certified Under New,
October 3, 2017
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--nanoPrecision Products, the world leader in complex material forming with nanometer accuracies and tolerances, has announced that it has received AS9100D/ISO 9001:2015 certifications from the independent certifying body, Perry Johnson. The AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 certifications confirm that the company’s
Teledyne’s MUSES Platform Achieves Full Operating Capability
October 3, 2017
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY) announced that Teledyne Brown Engineering’s Multi-User System for Earth Sensing (MUSES) aboard the International Space Station (ISS) has achieved full operating capability (FOC). MUSES was developed as part of a cooperative agreement with NASA to create
Piston Power for the U.S. Army
October 3, 2017
Although the future of the internal combustion engine seems to becoming completely shrouded in a haze of CO2 or NOx (OK, both of those are generally invisible, but you know what I mean), with everything going electric, there is still potential life in exploding gas, as indicated by last week’s announcement by Cummins Inc. that it has executed
SK Capital Expands Team with Two New Professionals
October 3, 2017
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SK Capital Partners, a private investment firm with a disciplined focus on the specialty materials, chemicals and pharmaceutical sectors, announced today that it has expanded its team by adding Edward Donkor as a Principal and Simon Dowker as Director of Business Development. Prior to joining SK Capital, Mr. Donkor was a
Kaman Receives K-MAX® Order from Columbia Basin Helicopters
October 3, 2017
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HELITECH INTERNATIONAL -- Kaman Aerosystems, a division of the aerospace segment of Kaman Corporation (NYSE:KAMN), announced today at the Helitech International Helicopter Expo & Conference that it has signed a contract with Columbia Basin Helicopters for the purchase of a K-MAX® aircraft to be delivered in 2018.
OEMs to Present at the 2017 Additive Manufacturing Conference
October 3, 2017
Next week’s conference includes presentations from manufacturers such as John Deere, Virgin Orbit and others who are using additive manufacturing to make end-use parts. It’s one thing to read about the promise of additive manufacturing (AM) or a particular 3D printing technology, but it’s another thing entirely to see how real
Pre-Engineered Ovens, Washers Can Be Modified for Customer Needs
October 3, 2017
International Thermal Systems will debut new standard-sized batch and conveyor ovens, as well as washers, including its pre-engineered TruTemp batch ovens, ProCon conveyor ovens and ProCon industrial washers. New Product Post: 10/3/2017 International Thermal Systems, LLC will debut new standard-sized batch and conveyor ovens, as well as washers,
Controx Milling Cutters Groove Vane and Turbo Pump Rotors
October 3, 2017
Controx milling cutters are ideal for the grooving of rotary vane and turbo pump rotors and other rotors requiring precision depth and width control, allowing for slot widths of up to 5/8” and depths to 3” with or without contour in the slot base.  New Product Post: 10/3/2017 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production
Technology Tuesday: Hot Runners
October 3, 2017
In honor of this year’s supplement issue, this week’s Technology Tuesday blog features recent hot runner products.   Blog Post: 10/3/2017 Karen Cornelissen Managing Editor, Gardner Business Media This year, MoldMaking Technology is providing special coverage of hot runner technology in its October 2017 Hot Runner
Toshiba Develops Next-Generation Lithium-ion Battery with New Anode Material
October 3, 2017
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Toshiba Corporation (TOKYO:6502), an industry leader in lithium-ion battery technology, today announced the development of its next-generation SCiB™, which uses a new material to double the capacity of the battery anode. The new battery offers high- energy density and the ultra-rapid recharging required for automotive
100 Straight Months of Manufacturing Expansion
October 3, 2017
PMI is 8.8 percent higher than 12 months ago.  
VMI Acquires AMS to Support Goal of Putting a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) in the Driveway of
October 2, 2017
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vantage Mobility International (VMI) acquired AMS Vans, Inc., located in Tucker, Georgia, in pursuit of providing wider access to mobility vehicles. AMS is a leading provider of economy priced wheelchair accessible vehicles (“WAV”). AMS has been a leader in the mobility industry since 1999 as one of the first
Atkore International Group Inc. Acquires Calpipe Industries LLC
October 2, 2017
HARVEY, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Atkore International Group Inc. (“Atkore”), today announced that it has acquired Calpipe Industries, LLC., a market leader for electrical conduit systems for corrosive environments and security bollards for high security, access control and architectural environments (www.calpipe.com). “We’re
Rocky Brands Provides Update on Puerto Rico Operations
October 2, 2017
NELSONVILLE, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rocky Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq:RCKY) is pleased to announce that its employees in Puerto Rico are all reported to be safe and the company’s manufacturing facility sustained no damage during Hurricane Maria. Jason Brooks, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, “First and foremost we are
Luxfer Declares Quarterly Dividend
October 2, 2017
SALFORD, England--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Luxfer Holdings PLC (Luxfer Group) (NYSE:LXFR), a global materials technology company (the “Company”), today announced that its Board of Directors declared an interim dividend of 12.5 cents (before deduction of depositary fees) per American Depositary Share (12.5 cents per ordinary share of £0.50
Celanese to Hold Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call on October 17, 2017
October 2, 2017
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Celanese Corporation (NYSE: CE), a global technology and specialty materials company, today announced that it will host a conference call to discuss its third quarter 2017 results on Tuesday, October 17, 2017, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time. Commenting on results will be Mark Rohr, chairman and chief executive
Valvoline Completes Acquisition of Assets of Henley Bluewater LLC
October 2, 2017
LEXINGTON, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) today said that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of 56 Valvoline Instant Oil ChangeSM (VIOC) franchise service centers from Henley Bluewater LLC. These stores build on the infrastructure and talent base of the existing company-owned operations in northern Ohio and
MtronPTI Announces Addition of Senior Design Engineer Michael Adkins
October 2, 2017
ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MtronPTI, a leader in precision frequency control and custom RF/microwave solutions for defense, aerospace, telecommunications and industrial markets, today announced that Michael Adkins has joined MtronPTI’s design team, bringing significant experience in the design of cavity, waveguide and substrate
Oatey Acquires Assets of QuickDrain USA
October 2, 2017
CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oatey Co. (Oatey), a leader in the plumbing industry since 1916, announced today the acquisition of certain assets of QuickDrain USA™. Based in Denver, Colorado, QuickDrain USA is a leading developer, manufacturer and marketer of low-profile linear drain and shower pan systems for showers and wet areas. QuickDrain
North American Commercial Vehicle Show 2017 Scores High Marks For New Concept and Superb Technology
October 2, 2017
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The first North American Commercial Vehicle Show (NACV Show), a new concept commercial vehicle industry trade show focused on truck & trailer manufacturers and commercial vehicle parts & components suppliers, hosted 439 exhibitors covering 370,000 square feet of net exhibition space at the Georgia World Congress
Spaceflight Awarded First NASA Contract for Launch of U-Class Payloads
October 2, 2017
SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Spaceflight, the leading satellite rideshare and mission management provider, today announced it was awarded its first NASA Kennedy Space Center Contract (KSC) for launch and integration services. The multi-year contract covers launch services in 2018 for a maximum of 24 payloads, with options to provide launch services
High Adoption of ADAS Systems to Boost the Radar Sensors Market | Technavio
October 2, 2017
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--According to the latest market study released by Technavio, the global radar sensors market is expected to grow at a CAGR of close to 16% during the forecast period. This research report titled ‘Global Radar Sensors Market 2017-2021’ provides an in-depth analysis of the market in terms of revenue and emerging
Lear Corporation Breaks Ground on New Facility in Flint
October 2, 2017
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA), a leading global supplier of automotive seating and electrical systems, today broke ground on a new seat manufacturing facility located on the former site of the historic Buick City complex in Flint, Mich. Ray Scott, executive vice president of Lear Corporation and president of