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Floating Clamps Reduce Vibration with Thin Workpieces
April 4, 2018
Floating Clamps from Carr Lane Mfg. Co. are position-flexible swing clamps with 110-degree rotation that both clamp and support the workpiece. New Product Post: 4/4/2018 Edited by Eli Plaskett Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop Floating clamps from Carr Lane Mfg. Co. are position-flexible swing clamps with 110-degree rotation that both
STS Launches PVD Coating, Industrial Supply Divisions
April 4, 2018
Superior Tool Service (STS), a manufacturer of carbide and high speed steel cutting tools, has launched two divisions: an in-house physical vapor deposition (PVD) coating division called STS Coatings, and an industrial supply division called STS Supply. STS Coatings offers a variety of PVD coating options. The division
Inserts in Expanded Line Promote Long Tool Life
April 4, 2018
Walter has announced several extensions to its Tiger-tec Gold inserts. New Product Post: 4/4/2018 Edited by Eli Plaskett Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop Walter USA has announced several extensions to its Tiger-tec Gold inserts. The WKP35G milling grade is manufactured using the ultra low-pressure CVD method
LSB Industries, Inc. Schedules 2018 First Quarter Financial Results Release for Wednesday, April
April 4, 2018
OKLAHOMA CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--LSB Industries, Inc. (“LSB”), (NYSE: LXU), today announced that it will release its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2018 on Wednesday, April 25, 2018, after the close of the stock market. LSB’s management will host a conference call on Thursday, April 26, 2018 at 10:00 am ET
Motorized Air Vises Designed for Automated Machining Cells
April 4, 2018
Kurt’s line of motorized air vises utilizes air-powered motors to provide consistent preset clamping force and programmable vise opening. New Product Post: 4/4/2018 Edited by Eli Plaskett Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop Kurt’s line of motorized air vises uses air-powered motors to provide consistent preset clamping force and
Twin Rivers Paper Announces Agreement to Acquire Pine Bluff, Arkansas Paper Mill from Mondi Group
April 4, 2018
MADAWASKA, Maine--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Twin Rivers Paper Company LLC announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the paper mill located in Pine Bluff, Arkansas owned by Mondi Group. Twin Rivers, headquartered in Madawaska, Maine, produces specialty packaging, label, publishing, and technical specialty papers as well as
Transplace Positioned in the Challengers Quadrant of Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Transportation
April 4, 2018
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Transplace, a leading provider of transportation management services and logistics technology solutions, today announced that it has been positioned by Gartner, Inc. as a Challenger on the 2018 “Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems.”1 “In order to meet evolving consumer demands and
3M Announces New Leadership Appointment
April 4, 2018
ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--3M announced today that Kristen Ludgate is appointed senior vice president, Human Resources, effective July 1, 2018. Ludgate has broad experience in all aspects of human resource practices, along with expertise in legal and compliance matters. She most recently served as senior vice president, Corporate
AdvanSix to Release First Quarter Financial Results and Hold Investor Conference Call on May 4
April 4, 2018
PARSIPPANY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AdvanSix (NYSE: ASIX) will issue its first quarter 2018 financial results before the opening of the New York Stock Exchange on Friday, May 4. The company will also hold a conference call with investors at 9:00 a.m. ET that day. Conference Call Details To participate on the conference call, dial (844) 855-9494
Celanese Earns 2018 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence Award
April 4, 2018
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Celanese Corporation (NYSE: CE), a global technology and specialty materials company, today announced it has received the 2018 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence Award for continued leadership and superior contributions to ENERGY STAR. Celanese’s accomplishments will be recognized by the U.S.
RPM Declares Quarterly Dividend
April 4, 2018
MEDINA, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--RPM International Inc. (NYSE: RPM) today announced that its board of directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.32 per share, payable on April 30, 2018 to stockholders of record as of April 17, 2018. RPM's last cash dividend increase of 6.7 percent in October 2017 marked its 44th consecutive year
3M Names Sarah Grauze Treasurer and Vice President, Finance
April 4, 2018
ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--3M announced today that Sarah Grauze is appointed treasurer and vice president, Finance, effective July 1, 2018. Grauze is currently assistant treasurer and finance director, a position she has held since 2015. She began her 3M career in 1990 as an internal auditor, and went on to serve in a variety of leadership
Stratasys Teams with Top Dental Labs to Dramatically Scale Production of High-Quality Clear Aligner
April 4, 2018
MINNEAPOLIS & REHOVOT, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stratasys (NASDAQ: SSYS), a global leader in applied additive technology solutions, today announced that top laboratories in North America and Europe are successfully driving large-scale production of clear aligner molds with the Stratasys J700 Dental™ 3D Printer – built on advanced
Anaqua’s 2018 User Conference to Feature Speakers from adidas, IBM, BASF
April 4, 2018
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Anaqua, Inc., a leading provider of innovation and intellectual property (IP) management solutions, announced today that it will host the largest client user conference in its history in Orlando, Florida from April 9-12. The 2018 Anaqua User Conference will be the first joint gathering of the entire Anaqua community –
Tortuga Logic to Develop Novel Hardware Security Solutions with Support from DARPA Program
April 4, 2018
SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tortuga Logic, a hardware security company with technology that identifies security vulnerabilities in semiconductor designs, today announced that it has received a contract from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to develop additional hardware security solutions. Specifically, this effort is
Teknor Apex Appoints M. Holland Company as Primary Distributor of Creamid™ and Duramid™
April 4, 2018
NORTHBROOK, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--M. Holland Company, a leading distributor of thermoplastic resins, announced today that Teknor Apex Company, a leading custom compounder, named M. Holland as its primary national distributor of two product lines of semi-aromatic nylon resins, Creamid™ and Duramid™. The launch of these products expands
GrafTech Announces the Launch of an Initial Public Offering
April 4, 2018
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GrafTech International Ltd. (the “Company”) today announced the launch of an initial public offering of 37,777,777 shares of its common stock. The shares are being offered by its sole stockholder, an affiliate of Brookfield Business Partners LP, a publicly listed business services and industrials
DNA Script Awarded $5.5M in Innovation Grants from the European Commission and Bpifrance — Total
April 4, 2018
PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DNA Script today announced awards totaling $5.5M in non-dilutive financing from the highly selective Horizon 2020 European Innovation Council program of the European Commission and the Aide au développement de l’innovation and Concours Mondial d’innovation programs of Bpifrance. DNA Script was awarded this
AerCap Holdings N.V. to Release First Quarter 2018 Financial Results on May 3, 2018
April 4, 2018
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AerCap Holdings N.V. (“AerCap”) (NYSE: AER) today announced that it will host a conference call and webcast for investors and analysts at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Standard Time on Thursday, May 3, 2018, to review its first quarter 2018 financial results. AerCap's first quarter 2018 earnings press release will be
2018 Toyota Land Cruiser
April 4, 2018
Jules Verne published 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea in 1870; the 1954 film version staring James Mason as Captain Nemo came to mind while driving the Toyota Land Cruiser. Or actually the boat, the Nautilus, is what I thought about. Yes, this may seem somewhat oxymoronic—a “Land Cruiser” reminding me of a submarine—but there
Toyoda Gosei to Exhibit at Auto China 2018
April 4, 2018
KIYOSU, Japan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. will exhibit at the 15th Auto China 2018, to be held at China International Exhibition Center in Beijing from April 25 to May 4. The Toyoda Gosei booth will feature various products that contribute safer, more environmentally-friendly, and more comfortable vehicles. The company will also
Rocket Lab to Launch First Commercial Mission This Month
April 4, 2018
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--US orbital launch provider Rocket Lab has today confirmed it will open a 14-day launch window this month to conduct the company’s first fully commercial launch. The mission, named ‘It’s Business Time’, includes manifested payloads for Spire Global and GeoOptics Inc., built by Tyvak
Cleaner Combines Dry Ice Pellet Production and Dry Ice Blasting
April 4, 2018
Cold Jet says that the Combi 120H eliminates the need for cleaning parts with aqueous methods that require part drying and water treatment or containment systems. Press Release Post: 4/4/2018 Edited by Karen Cornelissen Managing Editor, MoldMaking Technology Cold Jet is in booth W483 at NPE2018. The Combi 120H is an automated system that
HR-530 Series Features Inside Ring Hardness Testers
April 4, 2018
Mitutoyo America Corp’s HR-530 series Rockwell Hardness Testers feature an electronic control giving it capabilities for Rockwell, Rockwell Superficial Rockwell testing of plastics (A & B) and Light Force Brinell hardness testing. New Product Post: 4/4/2018 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining Mitutoyo
Steel Offers High-Corrosion Resistance for Longer Service Life
April 4, 2018
Uddeholm says that Mirrax ESR possesses a unique combination of qualities across large cross sections to meet the increasing demands of plastic mold tools. New Product Post: 4/4/2018 Edited by Karen Cornelissen Managing Editor, MoldMaking Technology
FAQs about Lasers and Moldmaking
April 4, 2018
After doing his own homework on laser engraving mold cavities, a reader reached out to MMT with specific questions about laser types, applications, wattage, work envelope size, cost and safety requirements. We then reached out to industry for some insight. LaserStar Technologies was the first to respond. This supplier of laser sources and
New Online Training for Mold, Part Designers & Process Engineers
April 4, 2018
Torsten Kruse, whose firm, Kruse Analysis, is known for injection molding simulation services, has started a new venture to train part and mold designers and senior process engineers. Kruse Training provides an interactive, online training platform called “The Circle of Knowledge”—the “circle” referring to the
New Series of Flexible High-Speed Blow Molders
April 4, 2018
PET Technologies Europe GmbH has brought to market its fourth generation of PET reheat stretch-blow molding machines, called APF-Max, with an output range of 6000 to 14,000 bph for containers from 0.2 – 3.0 L. The product range consists of three basic models: APF-Max 4, APF-Max 6, APF-Max 8. The machines are all-electric with a
ADAO Launches New Website, “kNØw Asbestos,” to Educate about Asbestos Dangers and Prevention
April 4, 2018
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO), an independent nonprofit dedicated to preventing asbestos exposure through education, advocacy, and community work, today announced the rollout of a new educational website. The online home of “kNØw Asbestos, Think Prevention,” has been designed as a
Triumph Partners with Gulfstream to Optimize Business Jet Structures Supply Chain
April 3, 2018
BERWYN, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Triumph Group, Inc. (NYSE:TGI) (“Triumph” or the “Company”) announced today that it has reached an agreement in principle with Gulfstream Aerospace that would optimize Triumph’s role in the supply chain of Gulfstream’s business jet wings, leading edges, stringers, skins, flaps, and
The Future of the Peru Cotton Market 2018-2025 - Drivers & Challenges - ResearchAndMarkets.com
April 3, 2018
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "The Future of Peru Cotton Markets to 2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. Peru Cotton market is expected to witness a strong growth rate in the medium to long term future. Driven by surge in market conditions and technological advancements, the Cotton has witnessed strong growth in terms of
China Chloroform Markets Report 2018: Historical Data (2007, 2012 and 2017) and Long-Term Forecasts
April 3, 2018
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Chloroform Markets in China" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. China's demand for Chloroform has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next decade, both production and demand will continue to grow. The Chinese economy maintains a high speed growth which has been stimulated by the
China Phthalic Anhydride (PA) Markets Report 2018 - ResearchAndMarkets.com
April 3, 2018
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Phthalic Anhydride (PA) Markets in China" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. China's demand for Phthalic Anhydride (PA) has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next decade, both production and demand will continue to grow. The Chinese economy maintains a high speed growth which has
China Diethylene Glycol (DEG) Markets Report 2018 - ResearchAndMarkets.com
April 3, 2018
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Diethylene Glycol (DEG) Markets in China" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. China's demand for Diethylene Glycol (DEG) has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next decade, both production and demand will continue to grow. The Chinese economy maintains a high speed growth which has
China Dichoroethane (EDC) Markets Report 2018 - ResearchAndMarkets.com
April 3, 2018
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Dichoroethane (EDC) Markets in China" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. China's demand for Dichoroethane (EDC) has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next decade, both production and demand will continue to grow. The Chinese economy maintains a high speed growth which has been
China Diammonium Hydrogen Phosphate (DAP) Markets Report 2018 - ResearchAndMarkets.com
April 3, 2018
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Diammonium Hydrogen Phosphate (DAP) Markets in China" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. China's demand for Diammonium Hydrogen Phosphate (DAP) has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next decade, both production and demand will continue to grow. The Chinese economy maintains a high
Methionine Markets in China, 2007-2027 - ResearchAndMarkets.com
April 3, 2018
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Methionine Markets in China" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. China's demand for Methionine has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next decade, both production and demand will continue to grow. The Chinese economy maintains a high speed growth which has been stimulated by the
China Acrylic Acid Markets Report 2018: Historical Data (2007, 2012 and 2017) and Long-Term
April 3, 2018
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Acrylic Acid Markets in China" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. China's demand for Acrylic Acid has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next decade, both production and demand will continue to grow. The Chinese economy maintains a high speed growth which has been stimulated by the
China Ethene Markets Report 2018-2027 - ResearchAndMarkets.com
April 3, 2018
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Ethene Markets in China" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. China's demand for Ethene has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next decade, both production and demand will continue to grow. The Chinese economy maintains a high speed growth which has been stimulated by the consecutive
China Adipic Acid Markets Report 2018 - ResearchAndMarkets.com
April 3, 2018
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Adipic Acid Markets in China" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. China's demand for Adipic Acid has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next decade, both production and demand will continue to grow. The Chinese economy maintains a high speed growth which has been stimulated by the
Celanese to Hold First Quarter Earnings Conference Call on April 17, 2018
April 3, 2018
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Celanese Corporation (NYSE: CE), a global technology and specialty materials company, today announced that it will host a conference call to discuss its first quarter 2018 results on Tuesday, April 17, 2018, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time. Commenting on results will be Mark Rohr, chairman and chief executive officer,
MOGAS Industries, Inc. Ranks 21 as a Best Company to Work for in Texas
April 3, 2018
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MOGAS Industries, Inc. (MOGAS) was recently awarded as a Best Company to Work for in Texas. Each year, Texas Monthly magazine profiles the top 100 companies to work for in Texas in a special publication. MOGAS ranked number 21 out of 33 medium-size company winners. Presented by Texas Association of Business (TAB) and the
Superior Plus Announces Sale of U.S. Wholesale and Retail Distillate Assets
April 3, 2018
TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Superior Plus Corp. (“Superior”) announced today that Superior Plus Energy Services (“SPES”), a subsidiary of Superior Plus LP, has entered into a definitive agreement with Sunoco LP to sell the wholesale refined fuels business and refined fuel terminal assets located in New York for total cash
NewMarket Corporation Schedules Conference Call and Webcast to Review First Quarter 2018 Financial
April 3, 2018
RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NewMarket Corporation (NYSE: NEU) announced today it will release first quarter 2018 earnings at the close of business on Wednesday, April 25, 2018. The earnings announcement will also be available on the company’s website at www.NewMarket.com beginning Thursday, April 26, 2018. A conference call and Internet
Alcoa Corporation Signs Group Annuity Contracts to Transfer Canadian Pension Obligations and Assets
April 3, 2018
PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Corporation, a global leader in bauxite, alumina, and aluminum products, has signed group annuity contracts to transfer approximately $555 million in obligations, and related assets, of defined benefit pension plans in Canada. The transfer, which will be complete later this month, is aligned with Alcoa’s
Coach Design Meets CORDURA® Fabric in New Stylishly Durable Men’s Bag Collaboration
April 3, 2018
WICHITA, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--INVISTA’s CORDURA® brand has recently teamed up with Coach, a global design house of modern luxury leather goods, apparel and lifestyle accessories to integrate a lightweight, eco-efficient material to its signature men’s silhouettes. Designed for living and crafted to last, the collection now
Milling Tools' Six-Flute Design Provides Chip Control
April 3, 2018
Kyocera SGS Precision Tools has expanded its T-Carb lineup of tools to include 58 items with a corner radius. The line of tools features specialized engineering and designs for high-speed machining, specifically trochoidal machining and peel milling. The six-flute design with eccentric relief provides
Compact Automation System Designed for Large-Part HMC
April 3, 2018
The HCN-5000 horizontal machine center (HMC) from Mazak is now available with the company’s Multi-Pallet Pool (MPP) system. The system enables shops that lack the floor space necessary to accommodate a conventional linear horizontal pallet stocker to automate for continuous unattended operations. The automation system
Stratasys, Eckhart Enter Three-Year Collaboration Agreement
April 3, 2018
Stratasys and Eckhart Inc. announced a three-year collaboration agreement to advance the adoption of additive manufacturing (AM) for factory tooling in North America. Eckhart builds tools to assist and automate the assembly process for industries such as automotive, aerospace, heavy construction, medical and others. The company
Malaysia Waterproofing Membrane Market Outlook to 2021 with Key Player Sika Dominating -
April 3, 2018
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Malaysia Waterproofing Membrane Market by Application (Roofing, Building Structures, Wall & Flooring & Others), by Raw Material (Polymers, Bitumen and Acrylic Based Cementitious) - Outlook to 2021" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. Malaysia is positioned for growth as a waterproofing