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Lisa Wise, Exact, Macola Division Recognized as 2017 CRN® Channel Chief
March 2, 2017
COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Exact announced today that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Lisa Wise, director of alliances and channel development, to its prestigious list of 2017 Channel Chiefs. The executives on this annual list represent top leaders in the IT channel who excel at driving growth and revenue in their
Winners Announced in Deb Canada’s Happy Hands Dispenser Design Contest
March 2, 2017
WATERFORD, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Raise your hand if you enjoy artwork and clean hands! After receiving votes from across the country, Deb Canada announced today the winners in the elementary and middle categories for its official Happy Hands Dispenser Design Contest, which promotes hand hygiene at schools. “We’re thrilled to see the
Odyssey Logistics & Technology Acquires AsepTrans Business
March 2, 2017
DANBURY, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation (Odyssey) announced today that it has acquired AsepTrans, an asset-based food-grade ISO tank transportation, tank cleaning and ISO tank depot services company. AsepTrans is the only aseptic ISO tank operator in the world and has been developing and refining the
Eaton and Enlighted Deliver Connected Lighting for Smart Commercial and Industrial Buildings,
March 2, 2017
PEACHTREE CITY, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Power management company Eaton today announced a collaboration with Internet of Things (IoT) leader Enlighted to accelerate the deployment of advanced sensory networks in commercial and industrial buildings. By integrating Enlighted’s hardware, software, services and broader capabilities with
IQMS Announces Keynote Speakers for 2017 IQMS Pinnacle User Conference
March 2, 2017
PASO ROBLES, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--IQMS, a leading manufacturing ERP software and manufacturing execution system (MES) authority, today announced the keynote speakers for the 2017 IQMS Pinnacle User Conference. Collectively the featured presenters will provide attendees with insights into how to capitalize on opportunities, mitigate risk, and
Dun & Bradstreet Partners with THOMASNET.com® to Enhance B2B Buyers’ Assessment of
March 2, 2017
NEW YORK & SHORT HILLS, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dun & Bradstreet (NYSE:DNB) together with THOMASNET.com today announced a partnership to provide B2B businesses new tools to help prevent disruption in their supply chain. Available exclusively on THOMASNET.com, Supplier Evaluation & Risk Reports provide B2B procurement professionals
The OpenMP® Architecture Review Board Celebrates 20 Years of Enabling High Performance Parallel
March 2, 2017
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The OpenMP Architecture Review Board (ARB) celebrates this year the 20th anniversary of its incorporation and of the release of the first OpenMP API specification for parallel processing. The first two events that will form part of the official celebrations are hereby announced. Since its advent in 1997, the OpenMP
Bare Snacks® Strengthens Snack Portfolio with Launch of New bare® Chia Coconut Bites at Natural
March 2, 2017
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bare Snacks®, creator of delicious Snacks Gone Simple®, will launch its innovative new snack line, bare® Chia Coconut Bites, at Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, Calif. at booth #3074. Available in three crave-ably crunchy flavors including Chia + Vanilla, Chia + Pineapple and Chia + Flax, the
Alter Eco Sweetens Sustainable Chocolate Portfolio with New Bars and Truffles Launching at 2017
March 2, 2017
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alter Eco®, pioneer of fair trade and organic foods carefully crafted to entice the senses, is giving real chocolate lovers a reason to rejoice with the launch of four new flavors: Dark Salt & Malt, Dark Salted Almonds, Dark Super Blackout and Dark Mint Truffles. The new dark chocolate varieties bars boast at
EarthTronics Deliver More Light, Less Electricity for Sauce Pizza and Wine
March 2, 2017
MUSKEGON, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sauce Pizza and Wine, with 11 neighborhood eateries for fast casual dining and online ordering in Arizona, recently switched to Energy Star lamps from EarthTronics to save substantial energy, while maintaining a warm inviting dining environment. Scott Kilpatrick, CEO and President of Sauce Pizza and Wine, said,
New Timberland X Thread Collection Delivers Good with Every Fiber
March 2, 2017
STRATHAM, N.H.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Global outdoor lifestyle brand Timberland today launched the Timberland X Thread collection in partnership with Thread, a Certified B Corporation that transforms plastic bottles from the streets and canals of Haiti into what Thread calls “the most responsible fabric on the planet.” The collection goes
BizVibe: Global Denim Market Continues to Grow in Style
March 2, 2017
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The global denim market has always been one of the largest segments in the global textile and apparel industry, not only because jeans are the most common fashion item in almost everyone’s wardrobe, but also due to the fact that denim as a fashion trend has been a mainstay for several decades. Details about the global
Axalta Researcher to Introduce Automotive Coating System Development at PITTCON
March 2, 2017
GLEN MILLS, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dr. Chen Ling, Senior Scientist at Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, will present new developments in the detection and characterization of chemical molecule migrations in multi-layer automotive coatings at the PITTCON Conference and Expo 2017. Dr.
Independent Directors of Arconic Board Publish New Letter to Shareholders
March 2, 2017
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Independent Directors of the Arconic (NYSE: ARNC) Board published a letter to all shareholders today. The full text of the letter follows. To Fellow Arconic Shareholders: Last month, affiliates of Elliott Management Corporation announced their nomination of five director candidates to serve on Arconic’s Board of
Arconic Announces Appointment of David P. Hess to Board of Directors
March 2, 2017
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Arconic Inc. (NYSE: ARNC) announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed David P. Hess, former Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Officer, Aerospace, of United Technologies Corporation (UTC), to serve as an independent director on the Board, effective March 10, 2017. Mr. Hess has nearly 40 years of
Survey: Tech Professionals Cite Privacy and Security as Biggest Concerns About the Business Use of
March 2, 2017
ROLLING MEADOWS, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--From package delivery to props in major sporting events, drones continue to play major roles in everyday life. But are enterprises prepared for “The Rise of the Drones” in their operations? That’s the focus of a new white paper and global survey available now from global technology
Krones Acquires Process and Data Automation to Strengthen Its Digitization Capabilities in the U.S.
March 2, 2017
FRANKLIN, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Krones, a leading manufacturer of integrated packaging and bottling line systems, has acquired the business of Process and Data Automation, Inc. (“PDA”). PDA is based in Erie, Pennsylvania, and is a leading industrial control systems integrator across a number of sectors including liquid food. The PDA
Domtar Corporation & Nonprofit Partner, First Book, Give Grant to Rapoport Academy Public School
March 2, 2017
WACO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Domtar Corporation (NYSE: UFS) (TSX: UFS) today announced that employee volunteers from the company’s personal care manufacturing facility in Waco, Texas will visit Rapoport Academy today from 10:15-11:15 A.M. to donate and read new books to the school’s children as part of its partnership with First Book.
Domtar Corporation & Nonprofit Partner, First Book, Give Grant to Martha Rawls Smith Elementary
March 2, 2017
JESUP, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Domtar Corporation (NYSE: UFS) (TSX: UFS) today announced that employee volunteers from the company’s personal care manufacturing and research facility in Jesup, GA will visit Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School from 1:00-2:00 P.M. to donate and read new books to the school’s children as part of its
Fashion worlds collide with NBA Super Star and Fashion Brand FIVE FOUR
March 2, 2017
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Five Four Co-Founders, Andres Izquieta and Dee Murthy push the boundaries of culture and society with their latest campaign featuring Los Angeles Clipper and 9-time NBA Star, Chris Paul. Emerging as an eminent force in fashion, Chris fuses his personal style with the signature aesthetic of FIVE FOUR to disrupt the idea
Alcoa Corporation Streamlines Company Structure
March 2, 2017
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Corporation (NYSE: AA), a global leader in bauxite, alumina and aluminum products, today announced that it is consolidating its business units to reduce complexity. Effective immediately, the aluminum smelting, cast products and rolled products businesses, along with the majority of the energy segment assets, will
Proto Labs Wins Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing Leadership Award for Third Straight Year
March 2, 2017
MAPLE PLAIN, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Proto Labs Inc. (NYSE: PRLB), a leading online and technology-enabled quick-turn manufacturer, has been awarded a 2017 Manufacturing Leadership Award by corporate growth consulting firm Frost & Sullivan. The awards honor companies and individuals shaping the future of global manufacturing. Proto Labs was
Henkel Submits Binding Offer to Acquire Darex Packaging Technologies for $1.05 Billion US Dollars
March 2, 2017
ROCKY HILL, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Henkel has entered into exclusive negotiations with GCP Applied Technologies to acquire their global Darex Packaging Technologies business for $1.05 billion US dollars on a cash and debt free basis. Today Henkel has submitted a binding offer for the Darex Packaging Technologies business. Darex is based in
Watch now: BizWireTV Shows Off the Latest Autonomous Vehicle Tech and a Sneak Peek at Next Week’s
March 2, 2017
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--On the latest BizWireTV, catch what’s on The Launch Pad and see what’s happening in the startup world with the Accelerator Report, featuring the VC Watch and this week’s Startup Standout. Now you can watch BizWireTV, and the latest breakthroughs in tech from the biggest brands, on any screen you want by
Fujitsu Brings Mobile Network Product Manufacturing to its U.S. Plant
March 2, 2017
RICHARDSON, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fujitsu Network Communications, Inc. is partnering with HFR, Inc., a South Korean telecom technology specialist, to produce the Smart CPRI Transport solution at Fujitsu’s Richardson, Texas-based manufacturing plant. Fujitsu will increase its skilled manufacturing workforce to produce the product, which
UCF and Siemens Unveil State of the Art Lab to Turn Students into Digital Grid Tech Experts
March 2, 2017
ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Homes and businesses can often be left without power for days or weeks after a severe hurricane or blizzard. And with the growth of renewables, utilities and power operators are faced with bringing these intermittent resources onto the grid while still providing their customers with reliable power. A new lab unveiled
Praxair and Libbey Receive 2.3 Million Euro Grant for Emissions Reduction Project in Europe
March 2, 2017
DANBURY, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Praxair, Inc. (NYSE:PX) and its customer, Libbey Inc. (NYSE MKT:LBY), together have been awarded a 2.3 million euro LIFE grant (LIFE15 CCM/NL/000121 – LIFE OPTIMELT) from the European Commission. The LIFE program is the European Union’s financial instrument for supporting environmental, conservation and
Avery Dennison Completes Hanita Coatings Acquisition
March 2, 2017
GLENDALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE:AVY) today announced it has completed the acquisition of Hanita Coatings, a pressure-sensitive materials manufacturer of specialty films and laminates, from Kibbutz Hanita and Tene Investment Funds. Headquartered in northern Israel with sales and distribution facilities in the
Joy Global Inc. Declares Quarterly Dividend of $0.01 Per Share
March 2, 2017
MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Joy Global Inc. (NYSE: JOY), a worldwide leader in high-productivity mining solutions, announces that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend in the amount of $0.01 per share payable on March 31, 2017 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on March 17, 2017, provided that the
The Buckle, Inc. Reports February 2017 Net Sales and Announces Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference
March 2, 2017
KEARNEY, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE: BKE) announced today that comparable store net sales, for stores open at least one year, for the 4-week period ended February 25, 2017 decreased 23.2 percent from comparable store net sales for the 4-week period ended February 27, 2016. Net sales for the 4-week fiscal month ended February 25,
Joy Global Announces First Quarter Fiscal 2017 Operating Results
March 2, 2017
MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Joy Global Inc. (NYSE: JOY), a worldwide leader in high-productivity mining solutions, today reported first quarter fiscal 2017 results. First Quarter Summary Bookings $615 million, up 12 percent from a year ago Service bookings $524 million, increased 21 percent from a year ago Net sales $498 million, down 5 percent
SAIC Schedules Fourth Quarter and Full Fiscal Year 2017 Earnings Release and Conference Call for
March 2, 2017
MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Science Applications International Corporation (NYSE: SAIC), a leading technology integrator for government and select commercial customers, is scheduled to issue its fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2017 earnings press release and hold a conference call before open of market on Thursday, March 30, 2017. SAIC
Huazhang Technology Reached First RDF Project Agreement to Introduce Refused Waste Derived Fuel
March 2, 2017
HONG KONG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Huazhang Technology Holding Limited (“Huazhang” or the “Group”, stock code: 1673) is pleased to announce that the Group has reached a refused waste derived fuel (“RDF”) project agreement with Jiangsu Chamfor Paper Industry Co., Ltd., a paper manufacturer in the PRC, to provide
Superior Industries Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2016 Financial Results
March 2, 2017
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Superior Industries International, Inc. (NYSE:SUP), the largest manufacturer of aluminum wheels for light vehicles in North America, today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 25, 2016. Don Stebbins, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, “In 2016 we
Ryder to Be a Gold Sponsor of 49th Wharton Global Forum
March 2, 2017
MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE:R), a leader in commercial fleet management, dedicated transportation, and supply chain solutions, today announced that it is a gold sponsor of the 49th Wharton Global Forum. The Forum, which provides leaders from industry, government, and academia with opportunities to learn from and interact with
Littelfuse Increases Investment in Monolith Semiconductor
March 2, 2017
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Littelfuse, Inc., (NASDAQ:LFUS) today announced it has made an incremental $15 million investment in Monolith Semiconductor Inc., a Texas-based start-up company developing silicon carbide technology. Silicon carbide is a rapidly emerging semiconductor material that enables power devices to operate at higher switching
Olympic Steel Reports 2016 Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Results
March 2, 2017
CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Olympic Steel Inc., (Nasdaq: ZEUS), a national metals service center, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended Dec. 31, 2016. Net sales in the 2016 fourth quarter increased 7.3%, to $254.9 million, up from $237.5 million in the same quarter of the prior year. Full-year 2016 net sales
AgTech Accelerator Launches First Investment in Novel Fungicide Company, Boragen Inc., with $10
March 2, 2017
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AgTech Accelerator™, the unique startup accelerator vehicle dedicated to emerging agricultural technologies, today announced the launch of its first AgTech startup, Boragen Inc., with a $10 million Series A financing round. Boragen is developing a novel synthetic chemistry platform, initially
LSIS Unveiled ESS-based Megasolar EPC Project, the Biggest in Japan
March 2, 2017
GEONGGI, South Korea--(BUSINESS WIRE)--LSIS will participate in International Smart Grid Expo 2017 of World Smart Energy Week (hereafter referred to as “WSEW”) in Big Sight, an international exhibition center located in Tokyo, Japan. The event will be held from March 1st to 3rd, to introduce Shin Chitose megasolar EPC project and also
Mitsubishi Electric to Build Integrated Factory for VI/VCB Production
March 2, 2017
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO:6503) announced today that it would build an integrated factory for the production of vacuum interrupters (VI) and vacuum circuit breakers (VCB) at its Power Distribution Systems Center in Marugame, Japan. Operation is scheduled to start in July 2018. The company will utilize its
Hexion Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2016 Earnings Conference Call
March 2, 2017
COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hexion Inc. (“Hexion” or the “Company”) will host a teleconference to discuss Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2016 results on Friday, March 3, 2017, at 10 a.m. Eastern Time. The Company will issue a press release announcing its financial results for the Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year ended
CloudMinds and LEIA Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver 3D Holographic Experience on Mobile
March 2, 2017
BARCELONA, Spain--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CloudMinds Technology Inc. and LEIA Inc. announced today a strategic partnership to jointly deliver technologies in 3D Holographic Reality and Artificial Intelligence (AI) onto mobile devices. The combined platform will allow the processing and secure delivery of multi-view 3D “Lightfield” content
Posidyne® Clutch/Brakes Available in Space-Saving Piggyback Design
March 2, 2017
Posidyne® clutch brakes, with oil shear technology that allows rapid and precise stopping, starting, reversing, speed change and positioning, all without adjustment or maintenance, are now available in space-savings piggyback designs. 
Jobless Claims Hit 44 Year Low
March 2, 2017
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits fell to near a 44-year-low last week, pointing to further tightening in the labor market even as economic growth appears to have remained moderate in the first quarter.
How You Could Be Secretly Killing Your Industrial Machines 
March 2, 2017
Bad water will turn even the best coolant or cleaner into a rust-inducing liquid. 
Ternium Announces Investment in New Galvanizing and Pre-Painting Lines in Mexico
March 1, 2017
LUXEMBOURG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ternium S.A. (NYSE: TX) today announced its plans to build a hot-dip galvanizing line and a pre-painting line in its facility in Pesquería, Mexico. The new lines will target Mexico’s industrial markets, deepening the company’s import substitution strategy. Ternium’s new hot-dip galvanizing and
Xerium Reports Full Year and Q4 2016 Results
March 1, 2017
YOUNGSVILLE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Xerium Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:XRM), a leading, global provider of industrial consumable products and services, today reported fourth quarter and full year 2016 financial results. Harold Bevis, President and Chief Executive Officer said, “2016 was a noteworthy year for Xerium as the Company ramped up its
Packaging Corporation of America Declares Quarterly Dividend
March 1, 2017
LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE: PKG) announced today that its Board approved a regular quarterly dividend of $0.63 per share on its common stock. The quarterly dividend of $0.63 per share will be paid to shareholders of record as of March 15, 2017 with a payment date of April 14, 2017. Future declaration
ATREG Successfully Advises Cypress Semiconductor on Sale of 200mm Bloomington, Minn. Fab
March 1, 2017
SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ATREG, Inc., which specializes in helping global companies divest and acquire infrastructure-rich advanced technology cleanroom assets, announced today that it has successfully advised Cypress Semiconductor Corp. (Nasdaq: CY) on the sale of the subsidiary that owns its operational 200mm semiconductor manufacturing
Cognex to Present at Raymond James Institutional Investors Conference
March 1, 2017
NATICK, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX) announced today that John J. Curran, Senior Vice President and CFO of Cognex, will discuss the company’s performance and future prospects at the 38th Annual Raymond James Institutional Investors Conference at the J.W. Marriott Grande Lakes Hotel, Orlando, FL. Mr. Curran’s