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Pendleton Range Selected to Test Groundbreaking UAS
February 28, 2017
PENDLETON, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Prior to its scheduled launch in 2018, the ArcticShark – a groundbreaking new unmanned aerial system designed to collect the world’s most sophisticated atmospheric data in the Arctic – will undergo flight testing at Pendleton UAS Test Range starting today. To be owned by the U.S. Department of
Lane Bryant Introduces New Spring 2017 Campaign: Inspired by #ThisBody
February 28, 2017
COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Throughout the past year, Lane Bryant, the most recognized specialty size apparel brand, has shown what #ThisBody is made for, and how #ThisBody shines through negativity. Now, Lane Bryant aims to demonstrate how #ThisBody’s powerful mantra inspires, through a message of body-inclusivity and empowerment with
Trex Company Announces March 2017 Investor Conference Schedule
February 28, 2017
WINCHESTER, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Trex Company, Inc. (NYSE:TREX), the world’s number-one brand of decking and railing and leader in high-performance, low-maintenance outdoor living products, today announced its participation in the following investor conference: Seaport Global Transports & Industrials Conference Location: Biltmore Hotel,
BizVibe: Textile and Apparel Industries in Emerging Asian Markets are Thriving
February 28, 2017
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Many small countries in Asia are grabbing a bigger share of the global textile and apparel market thanks to their value-added apparel production and export-oriented industrial transformation. Details about the thriving textile and apparel industries in South Korea, Malaysia and Thailand are some of this week’s
PMI’s 2017 Advocacy Focuses on Water Efficiency, Water Infrastructure, and Safe Water
February 28, 2017
ROLLING MEADOWS, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI) is focusing its 2017 advocacy on a series of efforts intended to educate policymakers about the untapped water-saving potential of water-efficient plumbing products, potential threats to safe drinking water, and the need for a restored national water infrastructure.
Enspire Commerce Enterprise Commerce Platform Solution Selected by ITA Group, Inc. to Optimize Order
February 28, 2017
INDIANAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Enspire Commerce, a leading provider of cloud-based, unified commerce solutions on a single platform, announces today that it has been selected by ITA Group, a leading provider of events, incentives, and recognition programs, to provide an integrated order management system (OMS), product information management (PIM)
Axalta Named “2016 Best Supplier” by China’s Leading Automotive Components
February 28, 2017
SHANGHAI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, has been named “2016 Best Supplier” by Chongqing P&W Group, one of China’s leading manufacturers of automotive bumpers and exterior and interior components. The Group’s customer portfolio includes some
VOLT® Lighting Launches New eCommerce Site Powered by Kibo
February 28, 2017
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kibo, the world’s leading cloud-based unified omnichannel commerce platform, and VOLT® Lighting, the leading factory-direct lighting manufacturer, today announced the launch of VOLT® Lighting’s new website powered by the Kibo eCommerce solution and implemented by Echidna. The enhanced site offers an
IRI Expert Provides 2016 Year-End Results on Beer Category and Craft Beer Segment
February 28, 2017
--(BUSINESS WIRE)--IRI: WHO:         Dan Wandel, Principal, Beverage Alcohol, Client Insights, IRI®   WHAT: Beer category sales increased modestly in 2016, based on the strength of the import, craft and flavored malt beverage segments as well as new product offerings throughout the category. However, craft beer sales
em-trak Launches the B400 AIS Class B – the World’s First Certified High Powered 5W-SOTDMA AIS
February 28, 2017
BATH, England--(BUSINESS WIRE)--em-trak is pleased to announce the launch of the new B400 AIS Class B. The B400 AIS Class B is the perfect choice for small commercial boats or the serious off-shore sailor due to its high transmit power, increased transmit rate, functionality and ruggedized weather and water proof construction. The B400 is the
GE Appoints Seven New Company Officers
February 28, 2017
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GE (NYSE:GE) announced today the appointment of seven new company officers. Adrian Button has been promoted in his current role to Vice President of Supply Chain for Industrial Solutions, GE Energy Connections. Adrian joined GE in 1998 as a Quality Engineer and has held several operations leadership positions with GE
Evoqua’s CoMag® System Selected by Alderson, W.Va., to Enhance Solids Settling Performance
February 28, 2017
PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Evoqua Water Technologies has been selected by Alderson, W.Va., to supply its industry-leading CoMag® ballasted clarification system to enhance the performance of the Alderson Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). Alderson will be the fifth wastewater treatment facility in West Virginia to use Evoqua’s ballasted
FIRST® Scholarship Program Makes Available $50 Million in College Scholarships to High School and
February 28, 2017
MANCHESTER, N.H.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--FIRST® (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology), an international, K-12 not-for-profit organization founded to inspire young people’s interest and participation in science and technology, today announced a milestone in its FIRST Scholarship Program: In 2017, $50 million in
Tara Corbett Joins Atwell
February 28, 2017
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Consulting, engineering and construction services firm Atwell, LLC is pleased to announce Tara Corbett has joined the firm as Project Manager, Environmental. Based in Denver, Colorado, she will manage projects and teams performing multidisciplinary permitting projects and she will support coordination of
USAID Awards Tetra Tech Contract for Mozambique Monitoring and Evaluation Mechanism and Services
February 28, 2017
PASADENA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tetra Tech, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTEK) announced today that the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has awarded the Company a $25 million single-award contract to provide monitoring and evaluation services in Mozambique. Under the five-year contract, Tetra Tech will support USAID by providing training,
Trinseo Highlights Super-High-Diffusion Materials; Goes Thinner For Housings at Strategies in Light
February 28, 2017
BERWYN, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Trinseo (NYSE:TSE), the global materials company and manufacturer of plastics, latex binders and synthetic rubber, will highlight its portfolio of EMERGE™ Advanced Resins for lighting systems at Strategies in Light 2017, today through March 2, at the Anaheim Convention Center in California in booth 314. Featured
Molex Earns Recognition as John Deere Partner-level Supplier
February 28, 2017
LISLE, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Molex has earned recognition as a Partner-level supplier for 2016 in the John Deere Achieving Excellence Program. The Partner-level status is Deere & Company’s highest supplier rating and is reserved for suppliers who go above and beyond performance standards, reaching world-class levels, and have a
Transphorm to Rev Up High Voltage GaN Industry at APEC 2017
February 28, 2017
GOLETA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Transphorm Inc., the leader in the design and manufacturing of JEDEC-qualified 650V GaN (gallium nitride) semiconductors, highlights its comprehensive presence at the 2017 Applied Power Electronics Conference (APEC). Transphorm’s core commitment to quality and reliability will be demonstrated in all event
Arrow Electronics’ Engineer Noel Marshall Named a Women Worth Watching in STEM
February 28, 2017
CENTENNIAL, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Arrow Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: ARW) today announced that Senior Applications Engineer Noel Marshall was named a Women Worth Watching® in STEM by the Profiles in Diversity Journal®. Marshall was recognized for her technical contributions as lead engineer on Arrow’s award-winning Semi-Autonomous
HondaJet to Make First Appearance in China at ABACE 2017
February 28, 2017
GREENSBORO, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Honda Aircraft Company announced today that it will showcase the HondaJet at the 2017 Asian Business Aviation Conference and Exhibition (ABACE), April 11-13 in Shanghai, China. The appearance at the Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport will mark the first-ever static display of HondaJet in China. “We have
Harris Corporation to Help Develop First US Beyond-Visual-Line-Of-Sight Network for Drone Operations
February 28, 2017
MELBOURNE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Harris Corporation (NYSE:HRS) has received a two-year grant to help develop a first-of-its-kind solution to enable beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) operations for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Representatives from Harris and North Dakota announced a partnership agreement today to create the first UAS network
Former NASA Administrator Maj. Gen. Charles Frank Bolden, Jr., USMC, (ret.) Joins LORD Corporation
February 28, 2017
CARY, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--LORD Corporation – a global leader in vibration and motion control technologies, sensing systems, adhesives and coatings, announced that Maj. Gen. Charles Frank Bolden, Jr., USMC, (ret.) has joined its Board of Directors. Bolden most recently served as the 12th Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space
SupplyPro Introduces the Industry’s First Modular Inventory Control System
February 28, 2017
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SupplyPro, an inventory management solutions provider, today announced the release and availability of SupplySystem, the industry’s first modular industrial inventory control system for managing all types of indirect materials and tools. This easy to deploy, operate and manage system marks a revolutionary
Lumavate Raises $2M in Series Seed Funding Round
February 28, 2017
CARMEL, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lumavate LLC announced today that it has raised an additional $2 million in capital, led by Indianapolis-based tech entrepreneur Don Brown. Other notable participants include Elevate Ventures and Allos Ventures, continued participation from 4G Ventures and Collina Ventures, and several private investors. Lumavate will
B-Stock Solutions’ Head of Technology Ivaylo Iliev Recognized as a 2017 “Pro to
February 28, 2017
REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--B-Stock Solutions, a technology-enabled service provider powering the largest network of B2B liquidation marketplaces, is pleased to announce that its Vice President of Engineering Ivaylo Iliev has been named to Supply & Demand Chain Executive’s 2017 “Pros to Know” list. The Pros to Know
Philips Lighting and Ecobain Gardens Transform First Commercial Vertical Farm Operation in Canada
February 28, 2017
SASKATOON, Saskatchewan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Philips Lighting (Euronext Amsterdam ticker: LIGHT), a global leader in lighting, today announced the completed installation of Philips GreenPower LED Production Modules at Ecobain Gardens, the largest commercial vertical farm operation in Canada. By upgrading the fluorescent lighting previously used in the
Actuant Elects Richard Holder as New Director
February 28, 2017
MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Actuant Corporation (NYSE:ATU) announced today that the Board of Directors has elected Richard Holder to its Board, effective immediately. Mr. Holder is President and Chief Executive Officer of NN, Inc. (NASDAQ:NNBR) a position he has held since joining NN in June 2013. Mr. Holder is a seasoned executive with more than
ERP Power and Mouser Sign Distribution Agreement
February 28, 2017
MOORPARK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ERP Power LLC (ERP), a leading provider of small, smart and efficient LED drivers for the lighting industry, has signed a distribution agreement with Mouser Electronics, Inc., the industry's leading New Product Introduction (NPI) distributor. “It’s exciting to be literally powering the change to LED
Nordson ASYMTEK Wins its 13th Service Excellence Award
February 28, 2017
CARLSBAD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nordson ASYMTEK, a Nordson company (NASDAQ: NDSN), announces that it has been honored with the Circuits Assembly 2017 Service Excellence Award (SEA). Nordson ASYMTEK was recognized for receiving the highest ratings for customer service for companies in the dispensing equipment category. Each company was judged by
Flowmon and Ixia Join Forces to Simplify Monitoring and Enhance Security of Large Heterogeneous
February 28, 2017
CALABASAS, Calif. & PRAGUE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ixia (Nasdaq: XXIA), a leading provider of network testing, visibility, and security solutions, has joined forces with Flowmon Networks, a leading vendor empowering businesses to manage and secure their networks confidently, to form a new technology partnership. The partnership enables Flowmon to
Praxair Achieves RobecoSAM Sustainability Yearbook Distinction for 14th Consecutive Year
February 28, 2017
DANBURY, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Praxair, Inc. (NYSE:PX), a Fortune 300 company and recognized global leader in sustainable development, was awarded a Bronze Class distinction in the RobecoSAM Sustainability Yearbook 2017 for the 14th consecutive year. RobecoSAM is an investment firm focused exclusively on sustainability investing and has compiled
Bibby Financial Services Provides $3.5 Million in Financing to Canadian Waste Management and
February 28, 2017
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bibby Financial Services Canada (BFS) today announced a $3.5 million confidential line of financing to a Canadian waste management and industrial services company. The funds will allow the company to refinance existing lines of credit and support its day-to-day needs managing a fleet of more than 65 trucks
The Chemours Company Awards Jacobs Long-Term Field Services Contract
February 28, 2017
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (NYSE:JEC) received a five-year field services contract from The Chemours Company FC LLC for its Washington Works Facility in West Virginia. The Washington Works Facility is Chemours’ largest production facility, producing fluoroproducts for construction, semiconductor, automotive,
Oil & Gas Executives Address Deepwater Cost Reduction Strategies at MCE Deepwater Development
February 28, 2017
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Industry Executives will discuss strategies to deliver Value, Efficiency & Flexibility in a cost challenged Deepwater market, April 3-5, 2017, during the 14th annual Deepwater symposium, MCE Deepwater Development 2017 (MCEDD) held at the NH Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky in Amsterdam. Interactive Special Sessions focused on
Dah Chong Hong Announces 2016 Annual Results
February 28, 2017
HONG KONG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dah Chong Hong Holdings Limited (‘DCH’ or the ‘Group’; stock code: 01828) announced today its annual results for the year ended 31 December 2016. For the year ended 31 December 2016, Turnover of the Group increased 3.7% to HK$46,462 million (2015: HK$44,803 million). Profit attributable to
Oshkosh Corporation Celebrates 100 Years of Making a Difference
February 28, 2017
OSHKOSH, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oshkosh Corporation, (NYSE:OSK) is celebrating its 100th year in business in 2017. This historic event celebrates 100 years of making a positive difference in people’s lives around the world. Throughout the 2017 calendar year, several marketing elements will be deployed including a new 100 Year Anniversary
Orbital ATK’s Board of Directors Expands Share Buyback Plan and Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend
February 28, 2017
DULLES, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Orbital ATK, Inc. (NYSE: OA), a global leader in aerospace and defense technologies, today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a $200 million increase to the company’s share buyback program. The new authorization extends through March 2018 and brings the total share repurchase authorization to $450
AerCap Delivers First of Three New Airbus A350 XWB Aircraft to Air Caraïbes
February 28, 2017
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AerCap Holdings N.V. (“AerCap”) (NYSE: AER) today announced the delivery of a new Airbus A350-900 to Air Caraïbes, the first of three new A350 aircraft deliveries on long-term lease from AerCap’s order book with Airbus. The aircraft was transferred to the French carrier at a ceremony in the Airbus
MinebeaMitsumi's NTT Com-supported Wireless LED Streetlight System Awarded as Smart-city Initiative
February 28, 2017
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NTT Communications Corporation (NTT Com), the ICT solutions and international communications business within the NTT (NYSE: NTT) Group, announced today that a high-efficiency system of LED streetlights constructed by MinebeaMitsumi Inc. and supported by global network and cloud services from NTT Com received a special award
BearingPoint Acquires Manufacturing Consulting Team in Italy
February 28, 2017
AMSTERDAM & MILAN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Management and technology consultancy BearingPoint has acquired a manufacturing and operations consulting unit in Italy comprising more than 30 industry experts. This transaction expands the firm’s capabilities in production industries and will serve as an enabler for further growth in
Goertek Introduces Cutting-Edge VR HMD Reference Platform Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
February 28, 2017
BARCELONA, Spain--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Goertek announced at MWC 2017 that it is launching its 2nd generation standalone virtual reality (VR) head mounted display (HMD) reference platform utilizing the Qualcomm® SnapdragonTM 835 mobile platform. This VR HMD reference platform enables a creative and high performance standalone VR design environment
New Stop Motion Film "Zipper & Bears" to Be Internationally Released by YKK, Following Its
February 28, 2017
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--YKK Corporation (Head office: 1 Kanda-Izumicho, Chiyoda, Tokyo) produced and released the short animation “FASTENING DAYS” in 2014 and its sequel “FASTENING DAYS 2” in 2016, drawing a total of over 13 million views around the world as part of its efforts to widely promote the YKK corporate brand and
Toshiba Storage & Electronic Devices Solutions Company Publishes English Edition of
February 28, 2017
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Toshiba Corporation (TOKYO:6502) today announced the release of the English edition of “Toshiba Storage & Electronic Devices Solutions Company Environmental Report 2016,” its annual review of environmental policy, measures and activities. The 2016 report covers activities in fiscal 2015, including efforts to
Owens Corning Reports the Death of Former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer William W.
February 28, 2017
TOLEDO, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Owens Corning is sad to announce the death of former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer William W. “Bill” Boeschenstein. He joined the company in 1950 and served as chief executive officer from 1973 to 1990, and chairman from 1981 to 1990. He was the son of Owens Corning’s first chief executive
The Middleby Corporation Schedules Fourth Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call
February 28, 2017
ELGIN, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Middleby Corporation (NASDAQ: MIDD) today announced it will release 2016 fourth quarter earnings on Tuesday, February 28 after the market closes. The company has scheduled a conference call to discuss the results at 11 a.m. eastern/10 a.m. central on Wednesday, March 1. The call can be accessed by dialing (888)
Court Rules in Favor of Arctic Cat in Patent Litigation Brought by Bombardier Recreational Products
February 28, 2017
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Arctic Cat Inc. (NASDAQ:ACAT) today announced that the Federal Court in Canada has issued its trial judgment in favor of Arctic Cat in the longstanding patent infringement action brought against it by Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. At issue in the case were approximately 44,000 Arctic Cat snowmobiles covering
Mobius Institute Announces the 2017 International Machine Vibration Analysis Conference (IMVAC)
February 28, 2017
MELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mobius Institute, the premier provider of vibration analysis training & certification, today announced the Australian 2017 International Machine Vibration Analysis Conference (IMVAC) will be held in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia, on June 6 - 8, 2017, at the Novotel Surfers Paradise. IMVAC is a
Terra Nitrogen Company, L.P. Files 2016 Annual Report
February 28, 2017
DEERFIELD, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Terra Nitrogen Company, L.P. (TNCLP) (NYSE: TNH) has filed its annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2016 with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The annual report on Form 10-K is available free of charge through the Terra Nitrogen Investors link on CF Industries Holdings,
BizVibe Announces List of Common Mistakes for Sourcing Textile and Apparel Products Globally
February 27, 2017
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sourcing globally has many advantages such as low cost manufacturing, accessing worldwide technologies, utilizing more efficient supply chain systems and much more. However, to enjoy the benefits of global sourcing, companies have to accept there are many risks involved and will have to face the challenges head-on. In order
Sterling Construction Schedules 2016 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Release and Conference Call for
February 27, 2017
THE WOODLANDS, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sterling Construction Company, Inc. (NasdaqGS:STRL), ("Sterling" or the "Company") today announced that it plans to issue its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2016 on Thursday, March 9, 2017 before the stock market opens. Sterling’s management will host a conference