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Optomec Showcases Aerosol Jet 3D Printers for Flexible Circuits and Sensors at International
September 5, 2017
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Optomec, a leading global supplier of production grade additive manufacturing systems for 3D printed electronics, announced today that the company will showcase its Aerosol Jet systems for 3D production-grade printed electronics at the International Conference on Flexible and Printed Electronics (ICFPE) 2017,
Airbus Aerial, Aurora Flight Sciences, Facebook, NASA, and Uber Elevate to Speak at Drone World Expo
September 5, 2017
SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Drone World Expo is excited to announce the addition of Jesse Kallman, President, Airbus Aerial; John Langford, CEO, Aurora Flight Sciences; Martin Gomez, Director of Aeronautical Platforms, Facebook; Eric Mueller, Aerospace Engineer, NASA; Parimal “PK” Kopardekar, Senior Technologist for Air
Large-Scale 3D Printing Venture Competes with Injection Molding
September 5, 2017
With 160 FDM printers, a Brooklyn startup offers part runs up to 10,000 units—and soon perhaps 100,000—at prices competitive with injection molding. Voodoo Manufacturing co-founder Jonathan Schwartz with racks holding 160 3D printers, all under central control. Voodoo Manufacturing’s lab is being used to
Large-Scale 3D Printing Venture Competes with Injection Molding
September 5, 2017
With 160 FDM printers, a Brooklyn startup offers part runs up to 10,000 units—and soon perhaps 100,000—at prices competitive with injection molding. Voodoo Manufacturing co-founder Jonathan Schwartz with racks holding 160 3D printers, all under central control. Voodoo Manufacturing’s lab is being used to
Composites Tooling Enables Feed Rates as High as 400 ipm
September 5, 2017
Controx presents the Panel Cut line of tooling enabling feed rates as high as 400 ipm for high productivity and a clean surface finish. Designed for machining lightweight composite sandwich panels, these shank tools employ tool geometry to drill through sandwich panels with no delamination on the glass or carbon fiber skins and no flagging of
Phillips 66 Contributes Additional $3 Million to Hurricane Harvey Disaster Relief Efforts
September 5, 2017
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Phillips 66 (NYSE: PSX) today announced it will contribute an additional $3 million to assist Hurricane Harvey relief efforts in southeast Texas. The donation will be shared equally by the Rebuild Texas Fund, United Way of Greater Houston and the American Red Cross and will bring Phillips 66’s total contributions to
Qosina Stocks Bioprocessing Components
September 5, 2017
RONKONKOMA, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Qosina carries a wide variety of bulk, non-sterile bioprocessing components that are in-stock and ready for immediate shipment. Our line of bioprocessing accessories includes Pharmafluor® tubing, barbed connectors and flanges, sanitary flanges, press-in barbed plugs, compression fittings, as well as tube and
Proposed Placing of up to Approximately 6.5% of the Total Shares Outstanding of Konecranes Plc by
September 5, 2017
WESTPORT, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Terex Corporation (NYSE:TEX) today announced its intention to sell up to approximately 6.5% of the total shares outstanding of Konecranes Plc, corresponding to up to 5.15 million Class A Konecranes shares. Total shares outstanding includes both Class A and Class B Konecranes shares but does not include Konecranes
HP & Deloitte Form Alliance to Promote 3D Printing in Large-Scale Manufacturing
September 5, 2017
Partners to promote “digital transformation” among large manufacturers with HP’s Multi Jet Fusion technology. HP Jet Fusion 4200 3D printers. HP Inc., Palo Alto, Calif., and Deloitte Consulting LLP, N.Y.C., have joined forces to “help accelerate the digital transformation of the global manufacturing industry,”
Nanochemistry Innovator Debuts GrowBlade™ Flat-Panel Growlights at NYC AgTech Week
September 5, 2017
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Light Polymers, a nanochemistry startup with R&D operations in Silicon Valley, Taiwan and Korea, is debuting their GrowBlade™ flat-panel horticulture lighting at the third annual NYC AgTech Week. Hosted by the NYC Agriculture Technology Collective, NYC AgTech Week 2017 includes tours, workshops and
Hoover Ferguson Opens Advanced Chemical Repackaging Facility
September 5, 2017
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hoover Ferguson Group (Hoover Ferguson), a global leader in container, accommodation, workspace and packaging solutions for the energy, petrochemical and general industrial markets, announced today that it has opened a new purpose-built facility in Aberdeen, Scotland, offering market-leading tank cleaning, chemical
Littelfuse to Present at CL King’s 15th Annual Best Ideas Conference
September 5, 2017
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Littelfuse, Inc., (NASDAQ:LFUS) announced today that Meenal Sethna, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer and Arif Ahmed, Vice President Corporate Development and Treasurer, will present at CL King’s 15th Annual Best Ideas Conference on September 14, 2017 in New York, N.Y. Interested parties can access
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. Receives $1.5 Million Contract for Transportable Troposcatter
September 5, 2017
MELVILLE, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--September 5, 2017-- Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (Nasdaq:CMTL) announced today that during its fourth quarter of fiscal 2017, its Orlando, Florida-based subsidiary, Comtech Systems, Inc., which is part of Comtech’s Government Solutions segment, has received an order totaling approximately $1.5
BAE Systems to Support Design and Deployment of U.S. Navy Communications and Electronics
September 5, 2017
MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The U.S. Navy has awarded BAE Systems a 22-month, $76 million contract to help develop vital communications and electronics. The company will support the rapid design, development, fabrication, customization, and life-cycle maintenance of new and existing communication and electronic platforms for the Naval Warfare
Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence to Host Two “HxGN Local” Summits
September 5, 2017
Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence has announced that the company’s first HxGN Local Automotive and Aerospace Summits will be held mid-October 2017. On Tuesday, October 10, Hexagon will host the day-long HxGN Local Automotive Summit at Novi, Michigan’s Suburban Collection Showplace and the company’s Wixom, Michigan, Solution
Cemtrex Announces Exchange Offer to Acquire Key Tronic Corp.
September 5, 2017
FARMINGDALE, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cemtrex, Inc. (Nasdaq:CETX) today announced an exchange offer to acquire Key Tronic Corporation (Nasdaq:KTCC) by offering to exchange each outstanding share of common stock of Key Tronic for one share of Cemtrex common stock. The purpose of the offer is for Cemtrex to acquire control of, and ultimately the entire
Axalta Coating Systems Responds to Hurricane Harvey
September 5, 2017
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Thanks to tremendous efforts on the part of dedicated and resilient colleagues, Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA) restarted production at its Houston-based powder coatings manufacturing center on Friday. From the onset of the storm, the company maintained direct contact by phone, email and an emergency web portal
UQM Technologies to Participate in the ETI AlphaDirect Virtual Conference Series on September 6th,
September 5, 2017
LONGMONT, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--UQM Technologies Inc. (NYSE MKT: UQM) will be participating in the ETI AlphaDirect Virtual Conference Series on Wednesday, September 6th, 2017 at 2:00 PM MDT/4:00 PM EDT. UQM’s President and Chief Executive Officer Joseph Mitchell will present a detailed company overview followed by a brief open question and
Gabelli & Company’s Aerospace & Defense Conference
September 5, 2017
RYE, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Gabelli & Company will host the 23rd Annual Aerospace & Defense Conference on Thursday, September 7th, 2017 in New York City. This research meeting will feature presentations by senior management of several leading aerospace and defense companies, with an emphasis on industry dynamics, new technologies, and
Milacron’s CIMCOOL® Fluid Technology Introduces Additional CIMCLEAN® Cleaners and CIMGUARD®
September 5, 2017
CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Milacron Holdings Corp. (NYSE:MCRN), a leading industrial technology company serving the plastics processing and metalworking industries, announces that its CIMCOOL® brand, a leader in industrial fluid technologies, releases new CIMCLEAN® cleaners and new CIMGUARD® corrosion preventatives. Mark Griffiths,
Orbital ATK and U.S. Air Force Sustainment Center Announce Long-Term Support Agreement
September 5, 2017
DULLES, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Orbital ATK (NYSE: OA), a global leader in aerospace and defense technologies, announced today it has entered into a partnership agreement with the U.S. Air Force Sustainment Center to help support the nation’s most advanced military aircraft. The public-private partnership incorporates complementary,
PPG Completes Sale of Remaining Fiberglass Operations to Nippon Electric Glass
September 5, 2017
PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced that it has completed the sale of its remaining fiberglass operations to Nippon Electric Glass Co. Ltd. (NEG), a leading manufacturer of fiberglass. Pre-tax proceeds from the sale were approximately $541 million, subject to customary post-closing adjustments. NEG has acquired PPG’s
IEE Rugged Displays Featured at DSEI 2017
September 5, 2017
VAN NUYS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--IEE, manufacturer of enhanced displays for military applications, will be exhibiting at the Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) exhibition in London, England September 12-15th. IEE’s array of smart and flat panel displays addresses a variety of applications across Ground Vehicle, Naval, and
Hobbing Center Available with Worm Screw Power Skiving
September 5, 2017
Gear Expo 2017: Affolter Technologies will show its AF110 Plus small gear hobbing center. New Product Post: 9/5/2017 Edited by Julia Hider Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop Affolter Technologies will show its AF110 Plus small gear hobbing center. Designed for versatility, precision, power, rigidity and ease of use, it has eight axes with a
Video: Functional Excavator Features 3D-Printed Components
September 5, 2017
The cab, arm and heat exchanger were all 3D printed on the first excavator to feature major components produced additively. Blog Post: 9/4/2017 Peter Zelinski Editor-in-Chief, Additive Manufacturing ​ Making its debut in March at the ConExpo-Con/Agg trade show for the construction industries was the first fully functional excavator to feature
Covalon Announces $14 Million in New Contract Orders in the Middle East
September 5, 2017
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Covalon Technologies Ltd. (the "Company" or "Covalon") (TSXV: COV), an advanced medical technologies company, today announced that it has received $14 million of new orders under exclusive contracts that it has won in the Middle East. The contract orders have been received as a result of the Company being
Arcadia Biosciences to Participate in Rodman & Renshaw 19th Annual Global Investment Conference
September 5, 2017
DAVIS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Arcadia Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKDA), an agricultural technology company that creates value for farmers while benefitting the environment and enhancing human health, today announced that it will be featured as a presenting company at the 19th Annual Rodman & Renshaw Global Investment Conference, sponsored by
AGCO Unveils Next Generation of Axial Combines
September 5, 2017
BREGANZE, Italy--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AGCO (NYSE: AGCO), a worldwide manufacturer and distributor of agricultural equipment, today unveiled IDEAL, its new top range combine harvester, in Breganze, Italy. “The IDEAL combine is the result of many years of R&D, countless engineering hours, committed teamwork, and leading industry
Jacobs Selected to Provide EPCM Services for Evonik’s New Silica Plant
September 5, 2017
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (NYSE:JEC) has been selected by Evonik to provide engineering, procurement and construction management (EPCM) services for its new precipitated silica production plant located near Charleston, South Carolina. In close proximity to several large tire manufacturers, the plant is being built to
PEI-Genesis Expands Distribution Partnership with LEMO to Include Europe, Israel, and Africa
September 5, 2017
PHILADELPHIA & ECUBLENS, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PEI-Genesis, a global leader in the design and assembly of custom engineered connectors and cable solutions, has announced the expansion of its distribution partnership with LEMO, the global leader in circular Push-Pull connectors. Previously the only qualified LEMO assembling distributor
How to Mask Common Part Features for Liquid and Powder Coating
September 5, 2017
Masking expert Andrew Oniszczuk answers a reader’s question. A variety of masking tools are available for liquid and powder coating. Q. We perform a lot of masking at our liquid and powder coating shop, and I wondered if you could give us some tips on making sure we are using the proper masking tools for our parts. A. It’s
American Midstream Closes Sale of Propane Business for $170 Million
September 5, 2017
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Midstream Partners, LP (NYSE:AMID) (“Partnership” or “AMID”) announced today the closing of its previously announced sale of the Partnership’s Propane Marketing and Services (“Propane”) business to SHV Energy N.V. (“SHV”) for $170 million in cash. Through this
Genesee & Wyoming and SEACOR Form Joint Venture to Own and Operate Rail Ferry Service, CG
September 5, 2017
DARIEN, Conn. & FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) (NYSE:GWR) and SEACOR Holdings Inc. (SEACOR) (NYSE:CKH) today announced the formation of a 50/50 joint venture to own and operate CG Railway, LLC (CGR), a subsidiary of SEACOR recently acquired through its acquisition of International Shipholding
Daseke Adds Defense Specialization with R&R Trucking Addition
September 5, 2017
ADDISON, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Daseke Inc. (NASDAQ: DSKE)(NASDAQ: DSKEW), a leading consolidator and the largest owner of flatbed and specialized transportation solutions in North America, announced a merger with R&R Trucking, a leading specialized transporter of defense and commercial AA&E (arms, ammunition and explosives) cargo. This
Automotive Past and Future and Lots In Between
September 5, 2017
The Nissan Pao is a small three-door—approximately 147 inches long, 62 inches wide, 58 inches high, and with a 91-inch wheelbase—that had a three year run, from 1989 to 1991. Blog Post: 9/5/2017 Gary S. Vasilash Editor-in-Chief, Gardner Business Media, Inc. The Nissan Pao is a small three-door—approximately 147 inches long, 62
INVISTA Collaborates with Who What Wear to Promote Denim Brands Using LYCRA® dualFX® Technology
September 5, 2017
WILMINGTON, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--INVISTA -- owner of the LYCRA® brand and long an innovator in comfort, style and fit -- has teamed up with Who What Wear, a leading fashion editorial and shopping website amongst millennials, to showcase the FALL DENIM EDIT featuring 2017’s most fashionable and technically savvy jeans for women. What
Milpro Process Oils are Formulated for Multiple Applications
September 5, 2017
Milacron Holdings Corp.’s Cimcool brand releases a series of Milpro  Process oils, formulated for slide-way, hydraulic, and gear oil applications. These include Milpro Way oils, Sure-Way 68, hydraulic oils and gear oils. Milpro Way oils are clear colored lubricating oils designed to reduce friction and stick-slip on machine tool
E-CONNECT Solution Integrates Products into ERP and MES
September 5, 2017
The LNS Group is implementing e-CONNECT solutions to integrate their products, in particular barfeeders, into their customers’ ERP and MES systems. This will allow LNS customers to get full transparency about the workload of each machine, production cycle times and expected production at first glance, the company says. Large and small
System Balances and Monitors Grinding Wheels
September 4, 2017
Marposs has announced the availability of its P1dWB, an entry-level grinding wheel balancing and process monitoring system intended to replace the company’s E78 and E82 electronic systems. Designed with full backwards capability, the system features functions such as pre-balancing and spectral analysis of the imbalance. It can also
Harvey Update: Partial Reopening of Ports and Rail System Underway
September 4, 2017
Estimated 525 million pounds of ethylene output was lost from August 24-31. With its 10th update on Tropical Storm Harvey on the last day of August, PetroChemWire (PCW) reported on the latest news in plant operations as well as the status of ports and rail systems. By late evening, PCW’s 11th update indicated some progress in the
Find the Right Tyres Even More Easily: Moto-tyres.co.uk Now with a Modern Design for Mobile Display
September 4, 2017
HANOVER, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Moto-tyres.co.uk has undergone a “face lift” to bring it up to date, as well as widening its search functions and expanding its product range. The website’s new look offers a better overview and also includes new user-friendly functions which make buying tyres online at Moto-tyres.co.uk even
Labor Day 2017
September 4, 2017
Today in the United States it is Labor Day. Blog Post: 9/4/2017 Gary S. Vasilash Editor-in-Chief, Gardner Business Media, Inc. Today in the United States it is Labor Day. This is the 123rd time the national holiday has been celebrated. To be sure, people have been laboring in this country—as well as everywhere else—for a whole lot
JLR and Owning the Steering Wheel
September 4, 2017
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) posits that in the future people will be calling on various vehicles to take them where they need to go. Blog Post: 9/4/2017 Gary S. Vasilash Editor-in-Chief, Gardner Business Media, Inc. Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) posits that in the future people will be calling on various vehicles to take them where they need to go. It is
Grinding Fluid Lasts Years without Regeneration, Exchange
September 4, 2017
Gear Expo 2017: Oelheld will feature its DiaGrind 535-15 high-speed grinding fluid, a blend of additives and base oils designed to go years without requiring regeneration or complete exchange. New Product Post: 9/4/2017 Edited by Julia Hider Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop
Grinding Fluid Lasts Years without Regeneration, Exchange
September 4, 2017
Gear Expo 2017: Oelheld will feature its DiaGrind 535-15 high-speed grinding fluid, a blend of additives and base oils designed to go years without requiring regeneration or complete exchange. New Product Post: 9/4/2017 Edited by Julia Hider Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop
Familiar, Maker of Clothing for Infants and Children, to Open First Popup Stores Overseas, with
September 4, 2017
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Familiar, Ltd., will open its first ever short-run popup stores overseas, in London and Paris. Familiar, Ltd., began in 1950 when four women in Kobe, Japan came together to create clothing for infants and children. The Familiar product concept is Japan Quality and Care. That notion refers to the founder’s desire to be
Video: Functional Excavator Features 3D-Printed Components
September 4, 2017
The cab, arm and heat exchanger were all 3D printed on the first excavator to feature major components produced additively. Case Study Post: 9/4/2017 Peter Zelinski Editor-in-Chief, Additive Manufacturing ​ Making its debut in March at the ConExpo-Con/Agg trade show for the construction industries was the first fully functional excavator to
Labor Day and the Real Rosie
September 4, 2017
Today’s your day to sit back and take pride in what you do for a living, moldmakers. Happy Labor Day. Today’s your day to sit back and take pride in what you do for a living, moldmakers. Happy Labor Day. Since 1884, the United States has celebrated Labor Day, the “working man’s holiday,” on the first Monday of every
TRIBOS-RM Precision Toolholder Achieves Steady Tool Clamping
September 4, 2017
Schunk’s TRIBOS-RM precision toolholder has a one-piece, rotationally symmetric design that ensures long life of the machine spindles and the complete transmission of power.  New Product Post: 9/4/2017 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining SCHUNK, Inc.’s TRIBOS-RM precision toolholder is for
Multigrind’s Tool Magazine Combines Milling and Grinding
September 4, 2017
Haas Multigrind LLC’s tool magazine has space for 70 grinding wheels, enabling customers to combine multiple, high-precision, complex grinding and milling operations into a single part clamping and single machine cycle. New Product Post: 9/4/2017 Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining Haas Multigrind LLC’s tool magazine