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CIRCOR International to Announce Second-Quarter Financial Results on July 28
July 14, 2017
BURLINGTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CIRCOR International, Inc. (NYSE: CIR) today announced that it will release its second-quarter 2017 financial results before market-open on Friday, July 28, 2017 and management will host a conference call that morning at 9:00 a.m. ET. To listen to the live conference call and view the accompanying presentation
PROHT Ultrasonic Cleaning Tanks Extend Transducer Life
July 14, 2017
The PROHT ultrasonic cleaning tanks powered by 2K Platform Neptune, SweepSonic, and MultiSonic ultrasonic generators.New Product Post: 7/14/2017 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining Blackstone-Ney Ultrasonics, a division of Cleaning Technologies Group LLC, introduces its PROHT ultrasonic cleaning tanks powered by 2K Platform
HFD4 Cleanliness Analysis System Measures and Categorizes Contamination
July 14, 2017
Jomesa Measurement Systems’ HFD4 (High Focal Depth) Cleanliness Analysis System for reporting to ISO 16232 and VDA19.1 is a fully-automated particle analysis system for measuring, counting and categorizing contamination on filter membranes.New Product Post: 7/11/2017 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining Jomesa
Amerimold: Moldmaking's Biggest Show Captures Current Metalworking Technology
July 14, 2017
Many of the emerging developments and key trends in metalworking technology were represented at this show, making it a revealing cross-section of current advances. Blog Post: 6/23/2017 Mark Albert Editorial Director, Modern Machine Shop Although the Amerimold event is primarily targeted to manufacturing companies involved in plastic injection
HEICO CEO Laurans A. Mendelson Named to French Legion of Honor
July 14, 2017
PARIS & MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HEICO Corporation (NYSE: HEI)(NYSE: HEI.a) today reported that Emmanuel Macron, President of the République Française, named Laurans A. Mendelson, HEICO’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, a “Chevalier” in the French Legion of Honor. Clement LECLERC, France’s Consul
MIC to Conduct Conference Call and Webcast Covering Second Quarter 2017 Financial Results Thursday,
July 14, 2017
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MIC (Macquarie Infrastructure Corporation) (NYSE: MIC) has scheduled a conference call and webcast for analysts and investors at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, August 3, 2017 during which management will discuss the Company’s financial results for the second quarter of 2017. MIC intends to publish a press
Porsche Racing to the Future
July 14, 2017
Porsche is part of VW Group and it is one of the companies that is involved in putting vehicles on the U.S. market with diesel engines in violation of EPA emissions regulations, specifically model year 2013–2016 Porsche Cayenne Diesel 3.0-liter V6 models. In some ways, it seems, this whole diesel imbroglio has had a silver lining in that
Extrusion Training Firm Turns Art to Science
July 14, 2017
You’ve likely heard of Scientific Molding, particularly if you are a regular reader of John Bozzelli’s monthly Injection Molding Know-How columns in Plastics Technology. Now, make way for “Scientific Extrusion.” Blog Post: 7/14/2017 Jim Callari Editorial Director/Associate Publisher, Plastics Technology Braulio Polanco, a
Submerged in Robotics
July 14, 2017
The new Denso IP67 submersible robot doesn’t mind a shower of metalworking coolant, which makes it ideal for tending CNC machines inside their enclosures. This capability was demoed during the company’s 50 years of robotics celebration its newest training center in West Chester, Ohio. Blog Post: 7/14/2017 Mark Albert Editorial Director,
Nordson DIMA Launches New Website to Promote Hot Bar Soldering and Bonding Capabilities for the
July 14, 2017
DEURNE, Netherlands--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nordson DIMA, a subsidiary of Nordson Corporation (Nasdaq: NDSN) and a supplier of hot bar soldering and bonding systems and dispensing and coating solutions for the electronics industry, announces that it has launched a new web site, www.nordsondima.com. The newly designed site makes it easier for visitors to
PROHT Ultrasonic Cleaning Tanks Extend Transducer Life
July 14, 2017
Blackstone-Ney Ultrasonics, a division of Cleaning Technologies Group LLC, introduces its PROHT ultrasonic cleaning tanks powered by 2K Platform Neptune, SweepSonic, and MultiSonic ultrasonic generators. PROHT ultrasonic cleaning tanks and housings are constructed of stainless steel with a duplex stainless transducer radiating surface to extend
Porsche Racing to the Future
July 14, 2017
Porsche is part of VW Group and it is one of the companies that is involved in putting vehicles on the U.S. market with diesel engines in violation of EPA emissions regulations, specifically model year 2013–2016 Porsche Cayenne Diesel 3.0-liter V6 models. In some ways, it seems, this whole diesel imbroglio has had a silver lining in that
Dow Declares Quarterly Dividend of 46 Cents per Share
July 13, 2017
MIDLAND, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Dow Chemical Company (NYSE: DOW) has declared a dividend of 46 cents per share, payable October 2, 2017, to shareholders of record on July 31, 2017. Since the companies expect the merger to close between August 1 and September 1, Dow and DuPont have coordinated with respect to their respective third quarter
Ford Motor Company Declares Dividend for Third Quarter 2017
July 13, 2017
DEARBORN, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Ford Motor Company declared a third quarter dividend of $0.15 per share on the company’s outstanding Class B and common stock. The third quarter dividend is the same level of regular dividends paid in the first and second quarters of 2017 and in each of the quarters throughout
Watts Water Technologies Second Quarter 2017 Earnings Conference Call
July 13, 2017
NORTH ANDOVER, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Watts Water Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: WTS), will hold a live webcast of its conference call to discuss second quarter results for 2017 on Thursday, August 3, 2017, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time. Watts Water Technologies will announce its financial results for this period in a press release to be issued after
Albany International Announces Anticipated Charge for Revisions in Estimated Contract Profitability
July 13, 2017
ROCHESTER, N.H.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Albany International Corp. (NYSE:AIN) announced today that it expects to record a second-quarter pre-tax charge of approximately $16 million associated with revisions in the estimated profitability of two contracts in the Albany Engineered Composites segment (AEC). The charge is principally due to second-quarter
Cintas Corporation Announces Webcast for Fourth Quarter Fiscal Year 2017 Results
July 13, 2017
CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq:CTAS) today announced that it will release fiscal 2017 fourth quarter results on Thursday, July 20, 2017, after the market closes. The Company will conduct a conference call to address the financial results. A live webcast of the call will be available to individual investors and the public
Global Refrigerant Market - Product-based Segmentation and Analysis by Technavio
July 13, 2017
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--According to the latest market study released by Technavio, the global refrigerant market is projected to grow at a CAGR of more than 6% over the forecast period. This research report titled ‘Global Refrigerant Market 2017-2021’ provides an in-depth analysis of the market in terms of revenue and emerging market
Rayonier Advanced Materials and Tembec Announce Clearance from Germany's Federal Cartel Office
July 13, 2017
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. & MONTREAL--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. (NYSE: RYAM) (“Rayonier AM”) and Tembec Inc. (TSX: TMB) (“Tembec” or the “Company”) announced today that they have received notification of clearance from Germany's Federal Cartel Office in connection with the previously
California Plating Chapters Host Supplier Showcase
July 13, 2017
The MFASC Conference will be in Montebello on Sept. 26, and the MFANC Conference will be in San Jose Sept. 28. The Metal Finishing Association of Southern California (MFASC) and the Metal Finishing Association of Northern California (MFANC) are hosting their annual Metal Finishing Conferences in the same week, on September 26 and 28,
Vacuum Degreasing Offers Lean and Green Technology
July 13, 2017
A lot of OEMs encounter issues with new lubricants or machine coolants that do not react with existing cleaning processes. New synthetic lubricants will not clean in the same process or system as organic-based lubes. High temperature lubes often require more mechanical action and sometimes even a different cleaning chemistry. Various grade metals
PCx Attendees Gain Technical, Product Awareness
July 13, 2017
Seacole Specialty Chemical’s Paula Crawford-Anderson wishes the biennial Parts Cleaning Expo (PCx) held in April had been in existence when she first started in the manufacturing industry. “I wish I would have had this training within my first few months of starting employment in the industry,” says Ms. Crawford-Anderson,
High Demand Creates Growth in Aerospace Industry
July 13, 2017
Multiple market forces are working to the advantage of the aviation market, representing a significant and sustainable growth opportunity for machine tool builders. These forces include the strong global growth of both passenger and freight air transport demand followed by strong demand for new aircraft and increasing competition between aircraft
CAM Software Update Smooths Contouring in Case of Collision
July 13, 2017
ModuleWorks has released version 2017.04 of its ModuleWorks CAM software containing new and enhanced features for its 5-Axis, 3-Axis TurnMill, Turning and Simulation components. The new and fully automated TurnMill process combines two conventional machining operations: turning and milling. This process increases productivity by reducing the amount
Progressive Components Introduces New Component Certification Program
July 13, 2017
Production mold component developer and distributor, Progressive Components, announced the release of its new Component Certification program, which offers visibility of supplier component purchases and verification of mold specification compliance. When a new tool program begins, component specifications are identified and expected to be
Fives Opens New Technology Center in the U.S.
July 13, 2017
Fives Landis Corp., a manufacturer of precision grinding solutions and grinding accessories, opened its new Technology Center in North America, located at its Hagerstown, Maryland, headquarters near Washington D.C. At 6,000 square feet, the new R&D and demo facility will feature grinding systems from the company's product range, including
Occidental Petroleum Increases Dividend
July 13, 2017
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Occidental Petroleum Corporation (NYSE:OXY) said today that its Board of Directors has declared an increase of the company’s regular quarterly dividend to $0.77 per share. On an annual basis, the dividend is $3.08 per share at the new rate, compared to the previous annual rate of $3.04 per share. President and Chief
Peerless Featured on the No. 9 Axalta Chevrolet at New Hampshire Motor Speedway
July 13, 2017
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, has partnered with Peerless Architectural Windows and Doors to feature Peerless as the primary sponsor on the hood of JR Motorsports’ No. 9 Axalta Chevrolet driven by William Byron at New Hampshire Motor Speedway
Gulf Island Fabrication Announces Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call
July 13, 2017
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Gulf Island Fabrication, Inc. (NASDAQ: GIFI) will announce 2017 second quarter earnings after the market close on Thursday, July 27, 2017. The management of Gulf Island Fabrication, Inc. will hold a conference call on Friday, July 28, 2017, at 9:00 a.m. Central Time (10:00 a.m. Eastern Time) to discuss the Company’s
Gulf Island Fabrication, Inc. Announces Contract Award from Oregon State University
July 13, 2017
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Gulf Island Fabrication, Inc. (NASDAQ: GIFI) today announced that through its subsidiary Gulf Island Shipyards, LLC, it has received a contract award from Oregon State University for the construction of a Regional Class Research Vessel (RCRV) with an option for two additional vessels. These state-of-the-art 193-ft ships
Dow Announces Changes in Key Executive Leadership Roles
July 13, 2017
MIDLAND, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Dow Chemical Company (NYSE: DOW) announced several changes in key executive leadership roles today. Pedro Suarez, currently Dow’s North American geographical president, has been named chief commercial officer and will take over these responsibilities from Joe Harlan, who has elected to retire from the
Tel-Instrument Electronics Corp. to Host Conference Call to Discuss Fiscal Fourth Quarter 2017
July 13, 2017
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tel-Instrument Electronics Corp. (“TIC” or the “Company”) (NYSE MKT:TIK) will host a conference call and webcast on Monday, July 17, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the Company’s fiscal fourth quarter 2017 results. To access the live webcast, log onto the Tel-Instrument
1900BTX Ultrasonic Cleaning System Features Two Cleaning Technologies
July 13, 2017
Omegasonics’ 1900BTX features two cleaning technologies: a water agitation cleaning process and ultrasonic cavitation.New Product Post: 7/6/2017 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining Omegasonics’ 1900BTX features two cleaning technologies: a water agitation cleaning process and ultrasonic cavitation. According to
Pre-Apprenticeship Partnership Graduates First Class of Students
July 13, 2017
In West Virginia, young people are getting a head start on manufacturing careers thanks to a partnership between the Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) and the Mountaineer Challenge Academy. The first group of Challenge Academy cadets graduated last month from an RCBI pre-apprenticeship program through Apprenticeship Works, the National Advanced
Data-Driven Manufacturing Brings Efficiency to the Shop Floor
July 13, 2017
In the quest for improved profitability, process control and quality, shops should look at the ways they measure overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). Developments in data-driven manufacturing, or digitization of the shop floor, are going far beyond merely knowing whether or not machines are in cycle. Up until recently, for the most part, sensors
Ascend Steps up Production of Bulk High-Concentration Hexamine Liquid
July 13, 2017
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ascend Performance Materials, a global leader in the production of specialty plastics, fibers and chemicals, announced today it has further accelerated production and delivery of bulk quantities of FlexaTram™-HMT-200, a high-concentration liquid hexamine product. The company announced in March the development of
DSC Logistics Announces 2017 Thinkers and Movers Award Winners
July 13, 2017
DES PLAINES, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Leading logistics and supply chain management company DSC Logistics today announced the recipients of the 2017 Thinkers and Movers Award. The award recognizes individuals whose innovative leadership has impacted supply chain thinking and practices. The awards will be presented on July 19 to two outstanding
Axalta Offers Car Manufacturers Insights into Electrocoat Developments During SURCAR Event in
July 13, 2017
BASEL, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dr. Herman Yee, the Global Manager of Technology for Electrocoat at Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, gave representatives from car manufacturers insight into new electrocoat technology innovations at the 29th International Conference on Automotive Body
Women in Manufacturing Heads to Hartford for Seventh Annual SUMMIT
July 13, 2017
CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Women in Manufacturing® (WiM) announced today that it will hold its seventh annual SUMMIT in at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford, CT on September 13-15, 2017. More than 300 women are expected to attend the annual three-day conference that is specifically designed to support, promote and inspire women in
Clear Pak BIO Corrosion Inhibitor Packaging Film Protects Metal Components
July 13, 2017
Daubert Cromwell’s Clear Pak BIO corrosion inhibitor (VCI) film is designed to be an effective and environmentally safe protective packaging film for the industry.News Post: 7/13/2017 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining Daubert Cromwell’s Clear Pak BIO corrosion inhibitor (VCI) film is designed to be an
Ply Gem Holdings, Inc. to Announce Second Quarter 2017 Results
July 13, 2017
CARY, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ply Gem Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: PGEM), a leading manufacturer of exterior building products in North America, will host a webcast and conference call on Monday, August 7, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time to discuss results for the second quarter 2017. These results will be released before the market opens on that
Chemistry: Oxea Presents a New Homepage
July 13, 2017
MONHEIM AM RHEIN, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The global chemical company Oxea has fundamentally modernized and renewed its homepage www.oxea-chemicals.com. Visitors can now find the right product, the appropriate contact person or service from Oxea more easily in this revised and extended information service for the chemical industry. The new look
UFraction8 Scoops Murgitroyd Innovator Launchpad Award
July 13, 2017
GLASGOW, Scotland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Murgitroyd, the global intellectual property attorney firm, has awarded first prize of £5,000 cash to Scotland-based start-up uFraction8 in its first Innovator Launchpad competition. In an award ceremony at The Dome, Edinburgh, co-founders of the Falkirk-based microfluidics company, Dr Brian Miller and Dr
Milacron Holdings Corp. To Announce Second Quarter 2017 Results
July 13, 2017
CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Milacron Holdings Corp. (NYSE: MCRN), a leading industrial technology company serving the plastics processing industry, announced today that the company’s second quarter 2017 financial results will be released on Thursday, July 27, 2017 before the market open. Milacron will hold a conference call at 8:00 a.m.
Barnes Group Inc. to Ring Closing Bell at The NYSE In Celebration of the Company’s 160th
July 13, 2017
BRISTOL, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Barnes Group Inc. (NYSE: B), a global industrial and aerospace manufacturer and service provider, today announced that its Chairman of the Board, Thomas O. Barnes, and its President and Chief Executive Officer, Patrick J. Dempsey, will ring the closing bell of the New York Stock Exchange on Wednesday, July 19, 2017,
Tetra Tech Awarded FAA Security and Hazardous Materials Support Contract
July 13, 2017
PASADENA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tetra Tech, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTEK) announced today that the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Office of Security and Hazardous Materials Safety (ASH) has awarded the Company a contract for a maximum cumulative ceiling value of $77 million for ASH III Program Support Services. Tetra Tech will support ASH
Teledyne to Acquire Scientific Systems, Inc.
July 13, 2017
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY) announced today that its subsidiary, Teledyne Instruments, Inc., has entered into an agreement to acquire assets of Scientific Systems, Inc. (SSI). Headquartered in State College, Pa., SSI manufactures precision components and specialized subassemblies used
Electrocoating Seminar Offers Classroom-Style Instruction
July 13, 2017
The Electrocoat Association and the Chemical Coaters Association International (CCAI) are pleased to announce the 2017 Electrocoating Seminar, scheduled for September 26-27 at the Cleveland Airport Marriott in Cleveland, Ohio. News Post: 7/13/2017 Edited by Hannah Coombs Assistant Editor, Products Finishing Day 1 kicks off with an introduction to
QAD Announces the Release of QAD DSCP 2017
July 13, 2017
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--QAD Inc. (Nasdaq:QADA) (Nasdaq:QADB), a leading provider of enterprise software and services designed for global manufacturing companies, today announced the general availability of QAD DSCP (demand and supply chain planning), the latest version of the integrated QAD DSCP suite. It offers many new features
REV Group Inc. and Meritor® Announce New Standard Supplier Agreement
July 13, 2017
MILWAUKEE & TROY, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--REV Group (NYSE:REVG) and Meritor, Inc. (NYSE:MTOR) today announced a new standard supplier agreement. Under the terms of the three-year agreement, REV Group will equip its bus, fire and specialty vehicles with Meritor’s fully dressed axle assemblies. Tim Sullivan, President and CEO of REV Group,