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ICP Adhesive & Sealants Engineer Chosen as Finalist for Safety Innovation Award
February 8, 2017
NORTON, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ICP Adhesives and Sealants’ Process Improvement Engineer, Paul Hunt, has been selected as a finalist for the Ohio BWC Safety Innovation Award for 2017. The BWC Safety Innovations competition was established to encourage, recognize and showcase innovative solutions that reduce the risk of workplace injury and
Kaman Corporation Announces Release Date for Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2016 Earnings
February 8, 2017
BLOOMFIELD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kaman Corp. (NYSE:KAMN) announced today that it will report its fourth quarter and full year 2016 results after the stock market closes on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, and host a live webcast and conference call at 8:30 am ET on Wednesday, March 1, 2017. The call will be accessible by telephone within the U.S. at
CACI to Showcase Innovative Solutions to Advance Maritime Superiority at AFCEA WEST Conference
February 8, 2017
ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CACI International Inc (NYSE: CACI) will showcase solutions to enhance battle-fighting capabilities, improve decision-making, and accelerate the delivery of mission-critical systems at the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association (AFCEA) WEST 2017 Conference and Exposition on February 21-23 at the San
Clearfield Broadens National Account Focus
February 8, 2017
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Clearfield, Inc. (NASDAQ: CLFD), the specialist in fiber management and connectivity platforms for communications providers, today announced that Kevin Craddock has joined the company as national account manager for AT&T. A seasoned sales leader, Kevin brings over 20 years of experience to Clearfield having
World-Renowned Inventor, Author and Futurist Ray Kurzweil Headlines Speaker Lineup at QAD Explore
February 8, 2017
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--QAD Inc. (Nasdaq:QADA) (Nasdaq:QADB), a leading provider of enterprise software and services for global manufacturing companies, today announced that world-renowned inventor and futurist Ray Kurzweil will headline the speaker lineup for its annual customer conference, QAD Explore, May 8-11, 2017, at the
Welbilt and Halton Group Announce Strategic Alliance
February 8, 2017
NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Manitowoc Foodservice, Inc. (NYSE: MFS) (which is changing its name to Welbilt, Inc. on March 6, 2017) and Halton Group Americas have entered into a strategic alliance to facilitate the integration of Halton ventilation solutions into a wide range of Welbilt’s equipment to better meet the needs of their
Owens Corning Reports Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2016 Results
February 8, 2017
TOLEDO, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) today reported consolidated net sales of $5.7 billion in 2016, compared with net sales of $5.4 billion in 2015, an increase of 6%. Fourth-quarter 2016 net earnings were $86 million, or $0.76 per diluted share, compared with net earnings of $109 million, or $0.92 per diluted share, during the
RBC Bearings Incorporated Announces Fiscal 2017 Third Quarter Results
February 8, 2017
OXFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--RBC Bearings Incorporated (Nasdaq: ROLL), a leading international manufacturer of highly-engineered precision bearings and components for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries, today reported results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2017.                  
Vincotech Donates €12,000 Towards Women's Education in Central Java
February 8, 2017
UNTERHACHING, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vincotech, a supplier of module-based solutions for power electronics, pledged €12,000 to support an educational project for women in Central Java. This grant is in lieu of the company's traditional seasonal gifts to business partners. The funds are earmarked to support vocational training sponsored by
Lindsay Chief Executive Officer, Rick Parod, Announces Intention to Retire
February 8, 2017
OMAHA, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lindsay Corporation (NYSE: LNN), a leading provider of irrigation systems and infrastructure products, announced today that its president and chief executive officer, Rick Parod, 63, has informed the Board of Directors of his intention to retire on December 1, 2017 to spend time with his family, travel and pursue other
Caesarstone Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2016 Results
February 8, 2017
MP MENASHE, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Caesarstone Ltd. (NASDAQ:CSTE), a manufacturer of high quality engineered quartz surfaces, today reported financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2016. Revenue in the fourth quarter of 2016 increased by 6.0% to $135.0 million as compared to $127.4 million in the same quarter
BWX Technologies, Inc. to Webcast Discussion of its Fourth Quarter 2016 Results
February 8, 2017
LYNCHBURG, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) (NYSE:BWXT) expects to webcast a discussion of its fourth quarter 2016 results on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at 8:30 a.m. ET. Executive Chairman John A. Fees, President & CEO Rex D. Geveden and Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer David S. Black will discuss the
Flowserve Appoints R. Scott Rowe as President and Chief Executive Officer
February 8, 2017
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Flowserve Corporation, (NYSE: FLS), a leading provider of flow control products and services for the global infrastructure markets, today announced that R. Scott Rowe has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Company, effective April 1, 2017. He succeeds Mark Blinn, who previously announced his
Luxoft Holding, Inc to Participate in Investor Events During the Month of February
February 8, 2017
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Luxoft Holding, Inc (NYSE:LXFT), a leading provider of software development services and innovative IT solutions to a global client base, today announced that it will be participating in the following investor conference during the month of February: Thursday, February 23, 2017 Alina Plaia, Vice President and Investor
Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. Reports Earnings for the First Quarter of Fiscal 2017
February 8, 2017
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (NYSE:JEC) today announced its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2017 ended December 30, 2016. First Quarter Fiscal 2017 Highlights: Q1 2017 U.S. GAAP net earnings of $61M, or $0.50 per share, up 30% from FY16Q1; Q1 2017 adjusted net earnings of $83M, or $0.68 per share, in line
Vertex Energy, Inc. Announces Entry into $30 Million Credit Facility
February 8, 2017
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vertex Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:VTNR), a refiner and marketer of high-quality specialty hydrocarbon products, announced today that it has entered into funding agreements with Encina Business Credit, LLC (EBC) providing for up to $30 million of senior secured debt. The financing, which is comprised of a revolving line of
Axalta Releases Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2016 Results
February 8, 2017
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. (NYSE:AXTA) (“Axalta”), a leading global coatings company, announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2016. “Axalta’s 2016 financial period ended on a strong note, with fourth quarter net sales and operating performance
Elvir Kolak is a new Managing Director of BELFOR Europe
February 8, 2017
DUISBURG, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Elvir Kolak (46) is supporting the management team of BELFOR Europe starting now. As the Managing Director, he will also be responsible for the markets of Poland and the United Kingdom. Kolak had previously already headed business activities for BELFOR in Germany and Denmark. “By designating Elvir Kolak
Intertek Milton Keynes Safety Laboratory Expands to Offer Performance and Safety Testing Capability
February 8, 2017
MILTON KEYNES, England--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Intertek, a Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide, has expanded its Milton Keynes electrical safety laboratory to now offer expert IT and Audiovisual performance and safety testing. The well-established Milton Keynes-based laboratory already has an excellent reputation for the testing of
Toshiba Launches 8TB HDD for NAS Applications
February 8, 2017
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Toshiba Corporation’s (TOKYO:6502) Storage & Electronic Devices Solutions Company today announced the launch of a new line-up of HDDs, “MN Series”, for network attached storage (NAS) applications. Shipments start from today. The new “MN Series” HDD line-up delivers up to 8TB[1] capacity in a
Carlisle Companies Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend
February 8, 2017
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Carlisle Companies Incorporated (NYSE:CSL) has declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.35 per share, payable on March 1, 2017 to shareholders of record at the close of business on February 17, 2017. About Carlisle Companies Incorporated Carlisle Companies Incorporated diversified
IHS Markit: Industrial Automation to Grow in 2017, Despite Headwinds
February 8, 2017
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Mal Mixon Set to Retire from ParkOhio Board of Directors
February 7, 2017
CLEVELAND, OHIO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Park-Ohio Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ: PKOH) today announced that A. Malachi Mixon III, notified the Company that he will not stand for re-election as a member of the Board of Directors of the Company at its 2017 annual meeting of shareholders and will retire from the Board effective May 11, 2017. “We thank Mal
Allegion to Host Investor, Analyst Meeting in New York City
February 7, 2017
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Allegion plc (NYSE:ALLE), a leading global provider of security products and solutions, will hold an Investor and Analyst Meeting in New York City on Tuesday, March 7, 2017, from 11 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. ET. David D. Petratis, chairman, president and CEO, and Patrick Shannon, senior vice president and chief financial officer,
Rambus Introduces High Bandwidth Memory PHY on GLOBALFOUNDRIES FX-14™ ASIC Platform Using 14nm LPP
February 7, 2017
SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rambus Inc. (NASDAQ: RMBS) today announced the availability of its High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) Gen2 PHY developed for GLOBALFOUNDRIES high-performance FX-14TM ASIC Platform. Built on the GLOBALFOUNDRIES 14nm FinFET (14LPP) process technology, the Rambus HBM PHY is aimed at networking and data center applications
3M Increases Dividend for the 59th Consecutive Year
February 7, 2017
ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The 3M Board of Directors (NYSE:MMM) today declared a dividend on the company’s common stock of $1.175 per share for the first quarter of 2017, an increase of 6 percent over the quarterly dividend paid in 2016. The dividend is payable March 12, 2017, to shareholders of record at the close of business on Feb.
CVD Names Emmanuel Lakios VP of Sales and Marketing
February 7, 2017
CENTRAL ISLIP, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CVD Equipment Corporation (Nasdaq:CVV), a leading provider of chemical vapor deposition systems, today announced that Emmanuel Lakios has been named to the Company’s newly created position of Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Mr. Lakios has over thirty (30) years of experience serving the
Sparton Corporation Reports Fiscal 2017 Second Quarter Results
February 7, 2017
SCHAUMBURG, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sparton Corporation (NYSE:SPA) today announced results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2017 ended January 1, 2017. Second Quarter Financial Results and Highlights Joseph J. Hartnett, Interim President & CEO, commented, “We are pleased to report that our Q2 performance reflects the continued
Curtiss-Wright Declares Dividend of $0.13 Per Share for Common Stock
February 7, 2017
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Curtiss-Wright Corporation (NYSE: CW) today announced that the Board of Directors declared a dividend of thirteen cents ($0.13) per share on Curtiss-Wright Common Stock, payable April 13, 2017 to stockholders of record March 30, 2017. About Curtiss-Wright Corporation Curtiss-Wright Corporation (NYSE: CW) is a
Women Building Success in Biosciences: ‘Build Your Dream Network’ Interactive Breakfast
February 7, 2017
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MichBio is pleased to present a networking breakfast and interactive session on Thursday, March 2nd, 2017 in Ann Arbor with acclaimed networking guru Kelly Hoey, whose book ‘BUILD YOUR DREAM NETWORK’ helps readers build and activate powerful networks to achieve both their long and short-term goals.
Axalta Launches New Mobile Color Matching App for Powder Coaters
February 7, 2017
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, is excited to announce the launch of a new, innovative color matching mobile app, available on iOS and Android platforms. Axalta’s Axs free color matching app offers powder coating professionals a constellation of colors in
Stratasys Partners with Dassault Systèmes to Improve Performance of Additively Manufactured
February 7, 2017
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SOLIDWORKS World 2017 – Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS), the 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions company, today announced that it is partnering with Dassault Systèmes to provide next generation design tools that improve the functionality, efficiency and weight ratio of additively manufactured
Increase in Demand for Protein-rich Food to Drive the Global Meat and Poultry Processing Equipment
February 7, 2017
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio market research analysts forecast the global meat and poultry processing equipment market to grow at a CAGR of more than 6% during the forecast period, according to their latest report. The market study covers the present scenario and growth prospects of the global meat and poultry processing equipment market for
Emerson Declares Dividend
February 7, 2017
February 07, 2017 01:35 PM Eastern Standard Time ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The board of directors of Emerson (NYSE: EMR) today declared the regular quarterly cash dividend of forty-eight cents ($0.48) per share of common stock payable March 10, 2017, to stockholders of record February 17, 2017.
Shell’s Rutger Beelaerts Elected Chair of American Cleaning Institute Board of Directors
February 7, 2017
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rutger Beelaerts, General Manager Intermediates Americas, Shell Chemical, LP, has been elected Chair of the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Board of Directors. The new Board Vice Chair is Shailesh Jejurikar, President, Global Fabric Care and Brand Building Organization, Global Fabric & Home Care and Executive
Top 5 Vendors in the Aluminum Wire Rods Market in Europe from 2017 to 2021: Technavio
February 7, 2017
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio has announced the top five leading vendors in their recent aluminum wire rods market in Europe report. This market research report also lists ten other prominent vendors that are expected to impact the market during the forecast period. Competitive vendor landscape According to the market research analysis, the
Motor1.com Takes Leadership Position in the EV Sector, Acquiring InsideEVs.com and Hiring
February 7, 2017
DETROIT--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Motor1.com, the leading global source of online car reviews, news, and information, today announced its acquisition of the largest independent website dedicated to electric vehicle news, InsideEVs.com. To consolidate the acquisition, Motor1.com’s Editor-in-Chief, John Neff also confirmed that Sebastian Blanco,
SolarWorld Trainer Will Help Solar Installers to Sell Manufacturer’s Value Proposition
February 7, 2017
HILLSBORO, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SolarWorld, the largest U.S. crystalline silicon solar panel manufacturer for more than 40 years, announced today that it has selected a dynamic, well-traveled and 25-year sales trainer who has specialized in solar to help installers sell the value proposition of buying SolarWorld solar panels. Among solar
Nexperia Emerges as Dynamic New Force in Discretes, Logic and MOSFETs
February 7, 2017
NIJMEGEN, The Netherlands--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nexperia, the former Standard Products division of NXP, today announced the formal completion of its launch as a separate entity. Headquartered in Nijmegen, Netherlands and backed by a consortium of financial investors consisting of Beijing Jianguang Asset Management Co. Ltd and Wise Road Capital Ltd,
Wilsonart to Acquire TFL Manufacturing
February 7, 2017
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wilsonart Engineered Surfaces announced an agreement with Roseburg Forest Products to acquire manufacturing assets in Oxford, Mississippi. The facility, which manufactures Thermally Fused Melamine (TFL) Panels, will become an integral part of Wilsonart’s Coordinated Surfaces program in North America. "The
New Free Guide to Controllers for Small Assembly Robots
February 7, 2017
LONG BEACH, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DENSO Robotics has announced a new free guide, “Small Assembly Robots: Evaluating Controllers.” “A robot controller plays a critical role in programming and operating the robot, as well as communicating back and forth with the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT),” said Peter Cavallo,
Rockwell Collins and B/E Aerospace Announce Special Stockholder Meetings on March 9
February 7, 2017
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa & WELLINGTON, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rockwell Collins, Inc. (NYSE: COL) and B/E Aerospace (NASDAQ: BEAV) today announced they will each convene a special meeting of respective stockholders on Thursday, March 9, 2017 to vote on the stockholder proposals in connection with Rockwell Collins’ proposed acquisition of B/E
Raj Arora, PE, Joins JENSEN HUGHES as President, Strategy & Business Development
February 7, 2017
BALTIMORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--JENSEN HUGHES is pleased to announce the addition of Mr. Raj Arora, PE, as the new President, Strategy & Business Development who will be located in the Baltimore, MD headquarters office. Mr. Arora has 17 years of experience in leadership roles that span all sides of the fire and security value chain. Prior to
Redesigned Campbell Hausfeld Website Offers Improved Search Filters, Streamlined Navigation
February 7, 2017
CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Campbell Hausfeld, a leader in manufacturing air compressors and other pneumatic equipment, has redesigned its website to provide a more user-friendly experience and easier navigation. The new Campbell Hausfeld website is streamlined so visitors can quickly find the tools and information they need. “Campbell
Bosch: shaping the transformation of the powertrain
February 7, 2017
STUTTGART, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bosch estimates that nearly 20 million hybrids and electric vehicles will be produced in 2025. Bosch regards electromobility as an area of future importance. For this reason, the supplier of technology and services is now setting up an operating unit specifically for electromobility. The unit will be part of the
Proto Labs Introduces Rapid Insert Molding at Pacific Design & Manufacturing in Anaheim Feb. 7-9
February 7, 2017
MAPLE PLAIN, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Proto Labs Inc. (NYSE: PRLB), a leading online and technology-enabled quick-turn manufacturer, officially launched its insert molding service at Pacific Design & Manufacturing in Anaheim this week, expanding on the company’s rapid injection molding offerings. This new capability can produce 25 to
KP Engineering to Provide EPC Services to Targa for Cryogenic Gas Processing Unit
February 7, 2017
TYLER, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KP Engineering (KPE), one of the energy industry’s leaders in engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) solutions, announced today that it has signed a firm price contract for the design, procurement and installation of a 200 MMSCFD Cryogenic Gas Processing Unit (“Cryo”) with Compression for
Ancor Capital Partners Acquires PMA Photometals
February 7, 2017
SOUTHLAKE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ancor Capital Partners is pleased to announce the acquisition of Phoenix-based PMA Photometals of Arizona, Inc. Established in 1982, PMA is a leading designer and manufacturer of private-label and branded chemically-etched metal crafting dies for a spectrum of crafting suppliers and end consumers. The Company's
Flexjet Earns Fifth Consecutive ARG/US Platinum Safety Rating
February 7, 2017
CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Flexjet LLC, offering travelers access to the world’s most luxurious fleet of private jets, today announced it has again received the most prestigious aviation safety rating in the United States, the Aviation Research Group/US (ARG/US) Platinum Safety Rating. Flexjet, which flies some of the youngest aircraft among
Arconic Comments on Elliott Management’s Multiple Restatements of its Own Financial Analysis
February 7, 2017
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Arconic Inc. (NYSE: ARNC) noted today that Elliott Management (“Elliott”) has posted no fewer than five versions of its shareholder presentations – each with significantly restated calculations, industry data sources and valuation analyses – during the first week of Elliott’s campaign to