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FLEXcon Sponsors Flexographic Tech to Train Flexographic Press Operators
July 25, 2017
SPENCER, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--FLEXcon Company, Inc., an innovator in adhesive coating and laminating, today announced it is a sponsor of Flexographic Tech, a nonprofit educational resource that provides hands-on flexographic press operator training. FLEXcon’s sponsorship helps support a current market need for printer training
Cummins Announces Official Rebrandng of Onan Generators
July 25, 2017
COLUMBUS, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) announced that it will be unifying its brand strategy across its Power Systems business segment, which provides high-speed engines from 760 – 4400hp and power generation equipment from 2-3,500kW, including standby and prime power gen sets, alternators, switchgear and other components.
IEEE and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Team on Standards Development for
July 25, 2017
PISCATAWAY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--IEEE, the world's largest technical professional organization dedicated to advancing technology for humanity, and the IEEE Standards Association (IEEE-SA), today announced a new collaborative effort has been launched with NIST to meet the growing demand for standards that address Intercloud
REV Group Bus Division – Collins Bus – Introduces First-to-Market Low-Floor School Bus
July 25, 2017
MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--REV Group (NYSE:REVG), a $2.4 billion manufacturer of industry-leading specialty vehicle brands and leading provider of parts and services, announced today that Collins Bus launched the first-in-its-class low-floor school bus at the School Transportation News Conference & Trade Show in Reno, Nevada July 7 – 12.
Ultra Electronics USSI and Sparton Corporation Joint Venture for Sonobuoy Tech Systems Awarded
July 25, 2017
COLUMBIA CITY, Ind. & SCHAUMBURG, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ultra Electronics USSI, a subsidiary of Ultra Electronics Holdings plc (ULE) and Sparton Corporation (NYSE:SPA), announce the award of subcontracts valued at $35.9M million from their ERAPSCO/SonobuoyTech Systems joint venture. ERAPSCO/SonobuoyTech Systems will provide manufacturing
AeroVironment Participates in Contract Signing Ceremony for Australian Defence Force Wasp AE Package
July 25, 2017
CANBERRA, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVAV), a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) for both military and commercial applications, today participated in a signing ceremony here for the formal execution of contracts (first announced June 1, 2017) to deliver Wasp® AE unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) to the
N12 Technologies and University of Dayton Research Institute Partner to Enable High Production
July 25, 2017
CAMBRIDGE, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--N12 Technologies, Inc., the leading nanotechnology provider for strengthening composites, today announced it is partnering with the University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) to bring high production capacities of its flagship NanoStitch® interlaminar reinforcement product. This partnership supports N12
OSI Systems Receives $6 Million Order for Security Inspection Systems
July 25, 2017
HAWTHORNE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--OSI Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: OSIS) today announced that its Security division has received an order for approximately $6 million from an international customer to provide several models of security inspection systems, including rail cargo scanners, radiation monitoring portals, baggage and parcel inspection systems
Foundation Forms to Provide Financial Aid to Regional Manufacturing Students
July 25, 2017
The LANTMA Foundation (Los Angeles, California) has recently been formed to provide financial assistance to students learning the skills needed to join the U.S. manufacturing workforce. The all-volunteer organization was started by three local business leaders in Southern California to address the chronic shortage of qualified entry-level
ERP Iron Ore and Republic Steel Announce Lorain, Ohio Pig Iron Joint Venture
July 25, 2017
NATURAL BRIDGE, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Republic Steel (“Republic”) and ERP Iron Ore, LLC (“ERP”) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding relating to the formation of a joint venture to produce pig iron at Republic’s steel mill located in Lorain, Ohio. When fully operational the Lorain mill is expected to produce up to
Arlington Capital Partners Announces Acquisitions of Thortex and Millennium Surgical by Avalign
July 25, 2017
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Avalign Technologies (“Avalign”), a portfolio company of Arlington Capital Partners (“Arlington Capital”), has completed the acquisitions of Thortex and Millennium Surgical (“Millennium”). Thortex is a leading provider of proprietary porous coatings and metal injection molding as well
PACCAR Achieves Strong Quarterly Revenues and Profits
July 25, 2017
BELLEVUE, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--“PACCAR (Nasdaq:PCAR) achieved strong quarterly revenues and net income in the second quarter of 2017,” said Ron Armstrong, chief executive officer. “PACCAR’s financial results reflect increasing North American truck production and market share, strong European truck markets and higher
3M Delivers Second-Quarter Sales of $7.8 Billion and Earnings of $2.58 per Share; Company Updates
July 25, 2017
ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--3M (NYSE: MMM) today reported second-quarter earnings of $2.58 per share, an increase of 24.0 percent versus the second quarter of 2016. Sales were $7.8 billion, up 1.9 percent year-on-year in dollar terms. Organic local-currency sales increased 3.5 percent while divestitures reduced sales by 1.0 percent. Foreign
ATI Announces Second Quarter 2017 Results
July 25, 2017
PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Allegheny Technologies Incorporated (NYSE: ATI) reported second quarter 2017 sales of $880 million and net income attributable to ATI of $10 million, or $0.09 per share. Business segment operating profit was $71 million, or 8.1% of sales. “Sales of our next-generation products reached 40% of jet engine sales in
ATI Announces New Long-Term Purchase Agreement with Pratt & Whitney
July 25, 2017
PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Allegheny Technologies Incorporated (NYSE: ATI) today announced that it has signed a new Long-Term Purchase Agreement (LTPA) with Pratt & Whitney (P&W), a United Technologies Corporation (UTC) company, to supply isothermal forgings and nickel-based powder alloys for next-generation jet engines. The LTPA, which
RBC Bearings to Webcast First Quarter Fiscal Year 2018 Results Earnings Conference Call August 8th
July 25, 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 announced that it will host a live webcast of its first quarter fiscal year 2018 conference call on Tuesday, August 8th at
Retrofuturism and the American Center for Mobility
July 25, 2017
The American Center for Mobility (ACM) is currently under construction in Ypsilanti, Michigan, on a 530+ acre site that was once part of the legendary Willow Run Airport. Blog Post: 7/25/2017 Gary S. Vasilash Editor-in-Chief, Gardner Business Media, Inc. The American Center for Mobility (ACM) is currently under construction in Ypsilanti, Michigan,
EMO 2017: A Sneak Peek
July 25, 2017
EMO, the world’s largest metalworking show will be back in Germany September 18-23 with the theme of “Connecting systems for intelligent production.” Blog Post: 7/25/2017 Barbara Schulz European Correspondent, Gardner Business Media In June, I joined journalists from 25 countries to preview EMO 2017, the world’s largest
Boeing and Dassault Systèmes Announce Extended Partnership
July 25, 2017
VELIZY-VILLACOUBLAY, France--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Dassault Systèmes (Paris:DSY) (Euronext Paris: #13065, DSY.PA) and Boeing have extended their partnership. Boeing will expand its deployment of Dassault Systèmes’ products across its commercial aviation, space and defense programs to include the Dassault
LRNF and HPNF Solid Carbide End Mills for Aluminum and Nonferrous Applications
July 25, 2017
Monster Tool Company will show their LRNF and HPNF high-performance solid carbide end-mill line for aluminum and nonferrous applications.New Product Post: 7/25/2017 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining Monster Tool Co. will display its LRNF and HPNF high-performance solid carbide end-mill line for aluminum and
Technology Showcase: Case Studies for MoldMaking
July 25, 2017
It’s time for another foray into past case study features that have been published in MoldMaking Technology Magazine. It’s time for another foray into past case study features that have been published in MMT. I’m taking a slightly deeper dive and highlighting those from the first six issues of 2015. Stay with me, though, because
Anue Water Technologies Selects Tonya Chandler as Vice President, Sales & Marketing
July 25, 2017
OCEANSIDE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Anue Water Technologies, the leading manufacturer of high-efficiency Ozone and Oxygen generation systems for the elimination of odor, corrosion and FOG (film, oil, grease) in municipal and industrial wastewater, has announced the selection of Tonya Chandler as Vice President of Sales & Marketing. Tonya joins
Keller Rohrback L.L.P. Investigates Allegations of Collusion and Cartel Behavior Among German
July 25, 2017
SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Attorney Advertising. Keller Rohrback L.L.P. is investigating allegations of collusion and cartel behavior by five German automakers (BMW, Daimler/Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, Audi, and Porsche). Backroom dealings between these automakers allegedly included coordination in “the development of cars, costs,
A Safer, Faster Way To Handle A Wider Range Of Electrical Wires
July 25, 2017
NTC launches the Voltclaw Multi-Gauge for safe management of 6-14 gauge electrical wires.
Triumph to Provide Thrust Reverser Cowl Opening Systems for Safran on A320neo
July 24, 2017
BERWYN, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Triumph Group, Inc. (NYSE:TGI) signed a long-term agreement with Safran Nacelles to provide thrust reverser cowl opening system (TRCOS) actuators for the engine nacelle on the A320neo aircraft. Under the contract, Triumph Integrated Systems will design, develop and supply proprietary actuators to Safran for each
Tilly's, Inc. to Report Fiscal 2017 Second Quarter Results on August 23, 2017
July 24, 2017
IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tilly’s, Inc. (NYSE:TLYS) today announced that the company will release its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2017 ending July 29, 2017, after the market close on Wednesday, August 23, 2017. Edmond Thomas, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Michael Henry, Chief Financial Officer, will
Ampco-Pittsburgh Second Quarter Results Conference Call
July 24, 2017
CARNEGIE, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ampco-Pittsburgh Corporation (NYSE: AP) will hold a conference call on Tuesday, August 8, 2017, at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Time (ET) to discuss its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2017. If you would like to participate in the conference call, please register using the link below or by dialing
Columbus McKinnon Declares Quarterly Dividend of $0.04 per Share
July 24, 2017
AMHERST, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Columbus McKinnon Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCO), a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of material handling products, technologies and services, today announced that its Board of Directors has approved payment of a regular quarterly dividend of $0.04 per common share. The dividend will be payable on or about
Celanese Corporation Reports Second Quarter Earnings; Increases 2017 Outlook
July 24, 2017
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Celanese Corporation (NYSE: CE), a global technology and specialty materials company, today reported second quarter 2017 GAAP diluted earnings per share of $1.72 and adjusted earnings per share of $1.79, each a second quarter record. The Acetyl Chain and the Materials Solutions cores both contributed to the strong
Advanced Drainage Systems to Announce First Quarter Fiscal 2018 Results on August 3, 2017
July 24, 2017
HILLIARD, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (NYSE: WMS) (“ADS” or the “Company”), a leading global manufacturer of water management products and solutions for commercial, residential, infrastructure and agricultural applications, today announced that it will release its unaudited first quarter fiscal
Ichor Holdings, Ltd. Announces Earnings Conference Call for Second Quarter of Fiscal Year 2017
July 24, 2017
FREMONT, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ichor Holdings, Ltd. (NASDAQ:ICHR), a leader in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of critical fluid delivery subsystems for semiconductor capital equipment, today announced it will conduct a conference call to discuss its fiscal 2017 second quarter results and business outlook on August 10th, 2017 at 1:30
Crane Co. Declares Third Quarter Dividend
July 24, 2017
STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Crane Co., a diversified manufacturer of highly engineered industrial products, today announced its regular quarterly dividend of $0.33 per share for the third quarter of 2017. The dividend is payable on September 8, 2017 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on August 31, 2017. Crane Co. is a
Superior Industries to Release Second Quarter 2017 Financial Results and Host Conference Call
July 24, 2017
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Superior Industries International, Inc. (NYSE:SUP), one of the world’s largest manufacturers of aluminum wheels, announced today that it will release financial results for the second quarter ended June 25th, 2017 on Friday, August 4th, 2017. A conference call will be held to discuss the financial results on
Crane Co. Reports Second Quarter Results
July 24, 2017
STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Crane Co. (NYSE: CR), a diversified manufacturer of highly engineered industrial products, reported second quarter 2017 earnings of $1.14 per diluted share, compared to $1.15 per share in the second quarter of 2016. Excluding Special Items, second quarter 2017 earnings per diluted share were $1.17, compared
Arconic Board Approves Quarterly Dividends
July 24, 2017
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Arconic (NYSE: ARNC) today declared (a) a dividend of 6 cents per share on the outstanding common stock of the Company, payable on August 25, 2017, to the holders of record of the common stock at the close of business on August 4, 2017; (b) a dividend of 93.75 cents per share on Arconic’s
Triumph Group Appoints Pete Wick as New Executive Vice President for Precision Components
July 24, 2017
BERWYN, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Triumph Group, Inc. (NYSE:TGI) today announced that Pete Wick is being promoted to Executive Vice President of the Precision Components business unit, effective immediately. Wick will be based in the Arlington, Texas, office and will continue to report directly to Triumph Group CEO and President Dan Crowley. In his new
What Is the Right Plastics Joining Process for You: Part 3—Coolant Manifold Case Study
July 24, 2017
What is the most appropriate plastics joining solution for a 30% glass-filled nylon coolant manifold? To illustrate the process of determining the most appropriate plastics joining solution for a particular application, consider the coolant manifold shown in Fig. 10 above. Assume for a moment that the part shape has yet to be finalized and that the
EGGER to Build its First U.S. Manufacturing Facility in North Carolina
July 24, 2017
LEXINGTON, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EGGER, one of the world’s leading wood-based materials suppliers for the furniture, wood construction and flooring industries, today announced that it will build its first U.S. manufacturing plant in North Carolina’s Davidson County. Over the next 15 years, EGGER will invest $700 million in the new
Globetouch and Verizon Telematics to Work With General Motors for OnStar Expansion
July 24, 2017
OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Globetouch and Verizon Telematics are planning to launch upgraded network solutions that will be used by General Motors in connection with the continued global expansion of OnStar’s industry-leading connected vehicle services. Globetouch will integrate its open platform GControl with OnStar to enable
Innovative Solutions & Support Partners with Blackhawk Modifications to Distribute and Install
July 24, 2017
EXTON, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Innovative Solutions & Support, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISSC) has entered into an agreement with Blackhawk Modifications, Inc. based in Waco, Texas, to partner as a distributor and installation center for Innovative Solutions & Support’s (IS&S) NextGen Flight Deck and its Integrated Turboprop Autothrottle for the
Axalta Powder Coatings Chosen to Protect Tallest Tower in Malaysia
July 24, 2017
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), in collaboration with Euro Façade, Superb Aluminium and Mulia Group, will supply its Alesta® powder coatings for The Exchange 106 tower in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. With completion scheduled for 2018, the impressive skyscraper will be the tallest building in Malaysia,
Canadian Biotech Delivering Solutions to Global Marketplace
July 24, 2017
OTTAWA, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today’s global population is closing in on the 7 billion mark. By 2050 it is predicted to grow to over 9 billion people. This exponential growth brings with it enormous challenges as 9 billion people will require new medicines, food, energy, and material goods. This growth and its corresponding demands,
The Industrial Internet Consortium Announces the Industrial Internet Vocabulary Technical Report
July 24, 2017
NEEDHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Industrial Internet Consortium®(IIC), the world’s leading organization transforming business and society by accelerating the adoption of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), announced version 2.0 of the Industrial Internet Vocabulary Technical Report. The report provides IIoT vocabulary terms and
Chemical/Solvent Heater Suitable for Metal-Free Solvent Heating Requirements
July 24, 2017
Process Technology introduces the Frontier Ultra inline chemical/solvent heater, a high-wattage, high-flow heater suitable for use in a variety of applications and industries. New Product Post: 7/24/2017 Edited by Hannah Coombs Assistant Editor, Products Finishing The inline heater has PFA and PTFE wetted surfaces to provide a level of purity
High-Efficiency Airless Paint Sprayers Produce Consistent Finish
July 24, 2017
Titan Tool Inc.’s ControlMax series of high-efficiency airless (HEA) paint sprayers is designed to deliver maximum control with up to 55-percent less overspray than conventional airless paint sprayers at the same productivity.  New Product Post: 7/24/2017 Edited by Hannah Coombs Assistant Editor, Products Finishing According to Titan
Global Agrochemicals Market 2017-2021: Top Drivers and Industry Forecasts by Technavio
July 24, 2017
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio market research analysts forecast the global agrochemicals market to grow at a CAGR of more than 3% during the forecast period, according to their latest report. The market study covers the present scenario and growth prospects of the global agrochemicals market for 2017-2021. The report also lists fertilizers and
Intel Editorial: The Road to Our Driverless Future Runs Straight Through the City
July 24, 2017
SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--By Kathy Winter: I get to visit many metropolises for my job – Munich, Detroit, San Francisco, Tel Aviv – and I absolutely love the hum of the big city. The activity is invigorating – there’s so much to see and do. Yet that vibrancy loses its appeal when I’m behind the wheel of a
Dominion Dealer Solutions Launches with General Motors Dealer Vehicle Inventory Management Program
July 24, 2017
NORFOLK, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dominion Dealer Solutions’ leading inventory management and lot services division, Dealer SpecialtiesTM, is certified in GM’s new Dealer Vehicle Inventory Management program (DVIM) and is eligible for iMR Turnkey reimbursement. Dealer Specialties is an expert at displaying GM products and enhancing the
ITW Global Brands Opens New 25,000 SF Car Care Headquarters in Houston
July 24, 2017
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ITW Global Brands, known worldwide for continuous innovation in leading automotive performance brands, appearance products and wiper blades, has opened a new global headquarters housing the entire car care division at Park Ten Center I (16200 Park Row Blvd) in Houston’s Energy Corridor. The 25,000-square foot modern
PPG Announces Executive Appointments
July 24, 2017
PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PPG (NYSE: PPG) today announced two executive appointments, effective immediately. Roald Johannsen will become vice president, automotive original equipment manufacturer (OEM) coatings, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). He will report to Tim Knavish, PPG senior vice president, automotive OEM coatings and Jean-Marie