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Iconic Car from American Graffiti Gets a Facelift with Axalta Paint
November 16, 2016
GLEN MILLS, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA) brings the classic 58’ Impala from the movie American Graffiti back to its original glamour with its ChromaPremier® paint. The solventborne base coat is formulated to make coverage fast, and easy with a smooth finish. Axalta, a leading global supplier of liquid and
Ventev Mobile Partners with Xcel Source Corp to Bring Canada Premium Mobile Accessories
November 16, 2016
HUNT VALLEY, Md. & MISSISSAUGA, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ventev Mobile and Xcel Source Corp are partnering to bring Ventev’s high-quality line of chargers, glass screen protection, and mobile power packs to Canada. Xcel Source will distribute Ventev’s suite of products to Canadian retailers. “As we have expanded our product
MathWorks Introduces Powertrain Blockset
November 16, 2016
NATICK, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MathWorks today announced Powertrain Blockset, a new product that supports automotive and controls engineers in their powertrain modeling and simulation efforts. Powertrain Blockset provides fully assembled reference application models of gasoline, diesel, hybrid, and electric powertrains. It includes a component
The Industrial Internet Consortium Publishes the Business Strategy and Innovation Framework for the
November 16, 2016
NEEDHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Industrial Internet Consortium® (IIC), the global, member-supported organization that promotes the accelerated growth of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), today announced the publication of the Business Strategy and Innovation Framework (BSIF). The BSIF helps enterprises to identify and analyze
Wrangler® Jeans, Universal Music Group Nashville Pen Content Agreement
November 16, 2016
GREENSBORO, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Leading apparel brand Wrangler® and Universal Music Group Nashville (UMGN) announce today an innovative music content agreement that will bring unique, star-studded video to music fans across the globe. Kicking off with what is anticipated to be the most-watched country music live stream of all time, the
Shop Macy’s for Big Discounts On Black Friday and Throughout Cyber Week
November 16, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Macy’s announced its full list of Black Friday specials that will be available starting at 5 p.m. at most stores on Thanksgiving and online all day on macys.com. With big savings in apparel and accessories, fine jewelry, cosmetics, housewares, furniture, and more, there is something for everyone to get
Tri Tool's New Split-Frame Lathe Delivers Unprecedented Safety and Performance
November 16, 2016
RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As a long-established provider of workhorse clamshell lathes, Tri Tool Inc. has introduced the state-of-the-art TRIMAX™ Machining System. This remarkably innovative portable lathe for in-line severing and precision weld end-prep of tubes and pipe has already been awarded two patents. It’s the
Knorr-Bremse's Offer for Haldex: Supplement to the Offer Document Made Public
November 16, 2016
MUNICH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--On 5 September 2016, Knorr-Bremse AG ("Knorr-Bremse") announced a public offer to the shareholders of Haldex AB (publ) ("Haldex") to tender all shares in Haldex to Knorr-Bremse (the "Offer"). The offer document regarding the Offer was made public on 26 September 2016. On account of the recommendation from the board of
Molex Solder on Polyester Substrate Delivers Flexible, Cost-effective Circuitry
November 16, 2016
LISLE, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Molex has introduced Solder on Polyester Substrate, a flexible, economical alternative to rigid PCB and polyimide. Surface Mount (SMT) components, including fine-pitched integrated circuits (ICs) are attached with low-temperature solder and encapsulated on a polyester substrate. Custom designed products can be used for
Optimal+ Saves Customers Over $250 Million During 12-Month Period
November 16, 2016
HOLON, Israel & SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today at the International Test Conference (ITC), Optimal+, the leader in big data analytics for semiconductor and electronics manufacturing operations, today announced the results of its first worldwide analysis of customer yield improvements and cost savings based on the company’s
Fitch Rates Eastman Chemical's Senior Notes 'BBB'
November 16, 2016
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fitch Ratings has assigned a rating of 'BBB' to Eastman Chemical Co.'s (Eastman) issuance of senior unsecured notes. The Rating Outlook is Stable. A full list of ratings follows at the end of this release. Eastman intends to use the proceeds from the offering to partially fund the redemption of the 2017 and 2018 notes, a
Elemental Machines CEO Sridhar Iyengar to Explore the Last Frontier for IoT at Leading International
November 16, 2016
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. & SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Elemental Machines today announced that CEO Sridhar Iyengar will present at Slush, the world-renowned non-profit event that brings together the leading actors in the global tech ecosystem — entrepreneurs, investors, students and industry experts. Taking place Nov 30-Dec 1, 2016 in
The Best Gets Better, from Refined Design to Sporty Performance and Versatility, the All-New 2018
November 16, 2016
HERNDON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--With the sporty performance of a sedan and versatility of an SUV, the all-new 2018 Q5, sets a new standard for the luxury SUV segment. Showcasing a full suite of available driver assistance systems and exceptionally competent driving dynamics paired with advanced infotainment features, the best gets better with the
AECOM to host 2017 Investor Day on Dec. 13
November 16, 2016
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AECOM (NYSE:ACM), a premier, fully integrated global infrastructure firm, announced today it will host an Investor Day for fiscal year 2017 in New York City on Tuesday, December 13, 2016 beginning at 10 A.M. Eastern Time. Management will provide an in-depth discussion of AECOM’s strategic vision, how the Company
Materialise and PTC Partner to Offer Cloud-Based, 3D Printing Solution for PTC’s Creo 4.0 Through
November 16, 2016
LEUVEN, Belgium--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Materialise NV (NASDAQ:MTLS), is proud to announce an alliance with PTC, which sees PTC tapping into Materialise’s backbone of 3D printing software and solutions to enable users of PTC’s highly-anticipated Creo®4.0 software to 3D print designs directly through the cloud-based i.materialise platform.
Silgan Announces Preliminary Results of Tender Offer
November 16, 2016
STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Silgan Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq:SLGN), a leading supplier of rigid packaging for shelf-stable food and other consumer goods products, announced today the preliminary results of its “modified Dutch auction” tender offer, which expired at 5:00 p.m., New York time, on Tuesday, November 15, 2016. Based on the
Accelerated Cassava Breeding Coming Via OHV Technology Collaboration
November 16, 2016
INDIANAPOLIS, MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA & ITHACA, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--More productive cassava plants, a root crop that is foundational for food security in Africa, will be made possible by an agreement between Dow AgroSciences, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company (NYSE: DOW), and Agriculture Victoria, Australia, Cornell
Renesas Electronics Spurs Innovation in Ethernet TSN Technology to Drive Autonomous Driving and
November 16, 2016
SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Renesas Electronics Corporation, a premier provider of advanced semiconductor solutions, today announced its latest innovative developments in Ethernet time-sensitive networking (TSN). Renesas has become the world’s first to demonstrate standard compliance and interoperability for frame preemption, the
Inteva Products Recognizes Opening of Fifth New Global Location in 2016
November 16, 2016
TROY, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Inteva Products, LLC, a leading global Tier One automotive supplier of engineered components and systems, commemorated the grand opening of its new manufacturing facility in Zhenjiang, China today. Inteva has been growing rapidly around the globe. This new site manufactures closure systems and motors & electronics
MACOM to Participate at Upcoming Financial Conferences
November 16, 2016
LOWELL, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MTSI) (MACOM), a leading supplier of high-performance RF, microwave, millimeterwave and photonic semiconductor products, today announced that management will participate at the following upcoming financial conferences: Raymond James Technology Investors
Sypris Reports Third Quarter Results
November 16, 2016
LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sypris Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq/GM: SYPR) today reported financial results for its third quarter ended October 2, 2016. HIGHLIGHTS For the Third Quarter: Revenue for the Company was $21.4 million, reflecting a reduction in demand for commercial vehicles from Q3 of 2015, the rebalancing of inventory by
Asian American Business Roundtable to be Held January 11 – 13 in Las Vegas
November 16, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Asian American Business Development Center (AABDC) today announced that their second annual Asian American Business Roundtable will be held at The Venetian, Las Vegas from Jan. 11 - 13, 2017. With a focus on “The New Majority”, the conference will explore how diversity will become a disruptor in the U.S.
G&K Services Declares Regular Cash Dividend
November 16, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--G&K Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: GK) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.39 per share. The dividend will be payable on December 16, 2016 to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 30, 2016. About G&K Services, Inc. G&K Services, Inc. is a
Brady Corporation Reports Fiscal 2017 First Quarter Results
November 16, 2016
MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Brady Corporation (NYSE: BRC) (“Brady” or “Company”), a world leader in identification solutions, today reported its financial results for its fiscal 2017 first quarter ended October 31, 2016. Quarter Ended October 31, 2016 Financial Results: Net earnings for the quarter ended October 31, 2016,
Franklin Energy 2017 Scholarship Now Open for Applications
November 16, 2016
PORT WASHINGTON, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Franklin Energy Services, LLC, a leading national energy efficiency program implementation firm, announced it will sponsor its annual Energy Efficiency Experts of Tomorrow scholarship program for 2017. The scholarship program opens Nov. 16, 2016. Submission closes Feb. 1, 2017 or once 125 applications have
ITT’s Cannon Brand to Introduce Versatile Modular Connector Interface for Heavy Equipment at Bauma
November 16, 2016
IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ITT Inc. (NYSE: ITT), through its Cannon brand, will launch an innovative new Modular APD Connector Interface and showcase its broad range of interconnect solutions for heavy equipment at Bauma China 2016, Nov. 22-25, hall E3, booth #420 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Bauma China is a leading trade
Littelfuse Announces CEO Succession
November 16, 2016
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Littelfuse, Inc. (NASDAQ: LFUS) today announced that Gordon Hunter, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer, will transition to the role of Executive Chairman, effective January 1, 2017. Dave Heinzmann, Chief Operating Officer, will assume the position of President and Chief Executive Officer at that time and will
Autoliv Founder Awarded Prestigious Innovation Prize
November 16, 2016
STOCKHOLM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lennart Lindblad, founder of Autoliv, Inc. (NYSE:ALV) (STO:ALIVSDB), was awarded the 2016 Polhem Prize, Sweden’s most prestigious innovation award for cutting-edge innovations. Lennart Lindblad invented significant improvements to the seat belt, a groundbreaking innovation that pioneered the market in the
CTT Systems Announces Zonal Drying™ Order for 5 Boeing 757-200s and 3 767-300s
November 16, 2016
NYKÖPING, Sweden--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: CTT Systems AB (“CTT”) (STO:CTT), the market leader in aircraft humidity control systems, announces a Zonal Drying™ order for 5 Boeing 757-200s and 3 767-300s to be retrofit installed by AZUR Aviation, with deliveries between December 2016 and August 2017. Peter
Capabilities Expand with Next Generation Fortus Production 3D Printer from Stratasys
November 16, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS & REHOVOT, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS), the 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions company, introduces the next generation of the Stratasys Fortus 900mc, a robust FDM Production 3D Printer built for functional prototyping, manufacturing aids, tooling and short-run direct digital
Stratasys and Siemens Partner to Incorporate Additive Manufacturing into Volume Production
November 16, 2016
FRANKFURT--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS) and Siemens today announced a formal partnership to integrate Siemens’ Digital Factory solutions with Stratasys’ additive manufacturing solutions. The partnership is intended to lay the foundation for the two companies to fulfill their shared vision of incorporating additive
ASSA ABLOY Acquires Construction Specialties in the US and Mexico
November 16, 2016
STOCKHOLM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ASSA ABLOY (STO:ASSAB) has acquired Construction Specialties, a leading direct sales company within commercial sectional doors and docking products in the U.S. and Mexico. "I am very pleased that Construction Specialties is joining the ASSA ABLOY Group. I welcome this addition that further reinforces the ASSA ABLOY
Hexion Volunteers Support Outdoor Education Effort at Sully School
November 16, 2016
COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hexion volunteers recently pitched in to create a new area designed to promote outdoor learning at Sully Primary School in Sully, Wales, UK. The new outdoor area includes a mural that combined the winning entries from a student contest. Located in close proximity to Hexion’s facility in Barry, Wales, UK, the
Audi of America introduces the all-new 2018 A5 and S5 Sportback models, available for the first time
November 16, 2016
HERNDON, Virginia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Joining the A5 model line, the all-new Audi A5 and S5 Sportback will make their US debut at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show. Featuring the distinctive Sportback body style, first introduced on the successful A7 model line, and generous interior space, the five-door coupe is a sporty yet functional choice for
Celanese Announces Vinyl Acetate-based Emulsions Price Increase in China
November 16, 2016
DALLAS & SHANGHAI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Celanese Corporation (NYSE: CE), a global technology and specialty materials company and a global leader in vinyl acetate ethylene (VAE) emulsions, announced today that it will increase the price of vinyl acetate-based emulsions sold in China. VAE emulsions will increase by ¥ 200/MT for China effective
Cohu to Acquire Spring Probe Company
November 16, 2016
POWAY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cohu, Inc. (NASDAQ:COHU) today announced that it has agreed to acquire Kita Manufacturing Co. LTD. (Kita), a Japan-based company that designs, manufactures and sells spring probe contacts used in final test contactors, probe cards, PCB test boards and connectors sold to customers worldwide. Luis A. Müller, Cohu
Simplify Analysis for Particulate Contamination of Manufactured Components and Parts
November 16, 2016
OLYMPUS CIX100 technical cleanliness control system is a fully motorized system is optimized for high-throughput, accuracy and repeatability.
Wenger Corporation Announces Acquisition of SECOA, Inc.
November 15, 2016
OWATONNA, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wenger Corporation of Owatonna, MN, a global provider serving the performing arts, music education, and athletic segments, announces that is has acquired the assets of SECOA, Inc. of Champlin, MN. Wenger, and its subsidiary J.R. Clancy, already provide a superior value proposition featuring the broadest array of
Cellectis Announces Successful cGMP Manufacturing for Second Product Candidate: UCART123
November 15, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Cellectis (Paris:ALCLS) (NASDAQ:CLLS) (Alternext: ALCLS; Nasdaq: CLLS), a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing immunotherapies based on gene edited CAR T-cells (UCART), today announced that a series of production runs of UCART123, a Company’s wholly-owned TALEN® gene edited product
Cintas Recognized as an Aon Best Employer in Canada for the 9th Time
November 15, 2016
TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cintas Canada, Ltd. is one of the country’s top employers, according to the 2017 Aon Best Employers in Canada Study, released last week. This is the 9th year that Cintas has been named a leader in workplace excellence. “Our employee-partners are a key component to our success and we are thrilled to be
Lawson Products Acquires Mattic Industries
November 15, 2016
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lawson Products, Inc. (NASDAQ:LAWS), a distributor of products and services to the MRO and automotive marketplaces, today announced it has completed the acquisition of Mattic Industries Limited, a Vancouver-based distribution company. Founded in 1982, Mattic Industries is a leading distributor of rivets, fasteners and
Eagle Materials Declares Quarterly Dividend
November 15, 2016
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Eagle Materials Inc. (NYSE: EXP) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.10 per share, payable on January 20, 2017, to stockholders of record of its Common Stock at the close of business on December 23, 2016. About Eagle Materials Inc. Eagle Materials Inc. manufactures and distributes Cement,
ChannelAdvisor Recognized with Elite Status in New Expanded Bing Partner Program
November 15, 2016
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ChannelAdvisor Corporation (NYSE:ECOM), a leading provider of cloud-based e-commerce solutions that enable retailers and manufacturers to increase global sales, today announced they have been recognized as an Elite member of the Bing Partner Program. Microsoft named ChannelAdvisor as one of a select
G&K Services Shareholders Approve Merger with Cintas
November 15, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--G&K Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: GK) today announced that, based on preliminary voting results from its annual meeting of shareholders held earlier today, the company’s shareholders have approved the proposed merger with Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS). Based on preliminary vote results, approximately 99 percent
Rocky Brands Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
November 15, 2016
NELSONVILLE, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rocky Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq:RCKY) today announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.11 per share of outstanding common stock, which will be paid on December 9, 2016 to all shareholders of record as of the close of business on November 28, 2016. The declaration and payment of
Agilent Technologies Reports Fourth-Quarter 2016 Results
November 15, 2016
SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) today reported revenue of $1.11 billion, up 7.3 percent year over year (up 6.3 percent on a core basis(2)) for the fourth fiscal quarter ended Oct. 31, 2016. Fourth-quarter GAAP income from continuing operations was $124 million, or $0.38 per share. Last year’s
Teledyne Oil & Gas Hosts 8th Annual Focus on Technology Event
November 15, 2016
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Teledyne Oil & Gas, a market focused entity of Teledyne Marine, hosted a Focus on Technology Event in Houston, Texas today. The annual event, in its 8th year, concentrated on the emerging technical challenges found in Topside and Subsea Oil & Gas exploration and production with over 250 industry professionals from
Plains All American Pipeline, L.P. and Plains GP Holdings, L.P. Announce Closing of Simplification
November 15, 2016
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Plains All American Pipeline, L.P. (NYSE: PAA) and Plains GP Holdings (NYSE: PAGP) announced the closing of the transactions (the “Simplification Transactions”) contemplated by the July 11, 2016 Simplification Agreement entered into by such parties and certain affiliated entities (the “Simplification
Axalta Adapts Alesta Architectural Powder Coatings to Building Information Modelling (BIM) Format
November 15, 2016
BASEL, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global manufacturer of liquid and powder coatings, has made its Alesta® AP powder coating line of products for metal substrates available as Building Information Modelling (BIM) objects. BIM is a method of optimizing the design, execution and management of
Jeff Gordon to Promote Axalta’s New Powder Coating Learning and Development Center
November 15, 2016
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, and four-time NASCAR® Cup Series champion and Axalta Global Business Advisor, Jeff Gordon will discuss Axalta’s new Powder Coating Learning and Development Center at FABTECH 2016 at booth #C48019 at 1:00 PT on November