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PRISM Plastics Acquires Tech Molded Plastics, Inc.
June 28, 2016
CHESTERFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PRISM Plastics, a leading high-precision plastic product company, has acquired Meadville, Pennsylvania-based Tech Molded Plastics, Inc., a full-service injection molded plastics company specializing in tight tolerance precision molding and production injection molds. “PRISM Plastics continues to
AECOM awarded Alliant Energy Riverside Energy Center expansion project contract to bring the next
June 28, 2016
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AECOM (NYSE:ACM), a premier, fully integrated global infrastructure firm, announced today that it has been selected as the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contractor for the Alliant Energy Riverside Energy Center expansion project. The new facility will use gas-fired combustion turbine technology
Dow Announces Multiple Actions to Accelerate Shareholder Value Creation From Dow Corning
June 28, 2016
MIDLAND, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Dow Chemical Company (NYSE:DOW) today announced a series of actions to achieve synergy capture and accelerate shareholder value creation from the restructuring of its ownership of the Dow Corning Corporation. Dow Corning’s silicones technology and product platform brings a highly complementary and
Rudolph Receives Multi-System Order for Over $11 Million From a Leading OSAT for Fan-out Wafer Level
June 28, 2016
WILMINGTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rudolph Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:RTEC), a leader in the design, development, manufacture and support of defect inspection, lithography, metrology, and process control software used by semiconductor and advanced packaging device manufacturers worldwide, announced today that a leading OSAT in Asia has placed an
Leading Automotive Manufacturers Are Competing Hard to Be First to Launch Advanced Autonomous
June 28, 2016
BOULDER, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A recent Leaderboard Report from Navigant Research examines the strategy and execution of 18 original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), including company profiles and rankings, to provide industry participants with an objective assessment of these companies’ relative strengths and weaknesses in the developing
Tropicana Collaborates with Panasonic Group to Build Innovative Eco Homes
June 28, 2016
PETALING JAYA, Malaysia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Staying true to its mission to build a sustainable and vibrant community, property developer Tropicana Corporation Berhad (“Tropicana”) has entered into a strategic collaboration with PanaHome Malaysia Sdn Bhd ("PanaHome Malaysia"), a local subsidiary of PanaHome Corporation based in Japan, to
Dustin Group AB: Dustin Secures New Framework Agreement with Swedish Armed Forces and FMV
June 28, 2016
STOCKHOLM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Dustin (STO:DUST) has secured a new framework agreement for servers and storage and associated services with the Swedish Armed Forces and the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV). The annual value of the agreement is estimated at approximately SEK 100 M. The agreement has a duration of two years
PSA Group and TomTom Collaborate to Offer Value-Added Fleet Management Services
June 28, 2016
PARIS & AMSTERDAM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PSA Group and TomTom Telematics have today announced that the award-winning TomTom WEBFLEET fleet management solution will be available for all connected Peugeot, Citroën, and DS fleet vehicles. As of next quarter, the service will become accessible in France, Spain, Belgium and the Netherlands. Optimise
Osstem Implant Selects Dassault Systèmes’ “License to Cure for Medical Device” Industry
June 28, 2016
VELIZY-VILLACOUBLAY, France--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dassault Systèmes (Euronext Paris: #13065, DSY.PA) (Paris:DSY), the 3DEXPERIENCE Company, world leader in 3D design software, 3D Digital Mock Up and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions, today announced that Osstem Implant Co., Ltd., a developer and manufacturer of medical device
Lincoln Is Only Luxury Automaker to Provide Standard Pickup and Delivery Service for All Its
June 28, 2016
DEARBORN, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lincoln adds the luxury segment’s only standard Pickup and Delivery Service across all 2017 nameplates starting with the all-new Lincoln Continental. The exclusive standard service builds on the brand’s commitment to providing a human, warm and personal experience at all Lincoln dealerships. Lincoln
UGG and Law Enforcement Unearth Bonanza of Fakes
June 28, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In its continued push to protect its customers from the dangers of counterfeit products, UGG® (a division of Deckers Brands, NYSE: DECK) has once again prevailed this week on Long Island, NY. Partnering with local and federal law enforcement agencies, the brand helped to identify over 3,660 pairs of fake UGG®
NetJets Beginning Delivery of Cessna Citation Latitude Aircraft in July
June 28, 2016
COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NetJets, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company, today celebrated its upcoming delivery of its first Cessna Citation Latitude aircraft at Textron Aviation, Inc., headquarters in Wichita, Kansas. NetJets CEO Adam Johnson received the keys to NetJets’ first fractional Latitude aircraft from Textron Aviation
Cessna Delivers Milestone 7,000Th Citation as NetJets’ First Citation Latitude
June 28, 2016
WICHITA, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cessna Aircraft Company, a subsidiary of Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, today announced it has delivered the first fractional Cessna Citation Latitude midsize business jet to NetJets, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company. Today’s delivery represents significant milestones for both
Navy Officials: 3D Printing To Impact Future Fleet with ‘On Demand’ Manufacturing Capability
June 28, 2016
"Additive manufacturing will fundamentally change how we think, how we do business, the cost variable, and how we make decisions."
Compact Burnishing Tools for Swiss-Type Machines
June 28, 2016
Swiss ID Burnishing Tools by Elliott Tool Technologies are designed for accurate sizing, low micro-finishing, and surface hardening of ID holes down to 4 mm. 
Stringent Regulations for Employee Safety to Create Opportunities for the Global Machine Condition
June 27, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio analysts forecast the global machine condition monitoring market to reach USD 1.8 billion by 2020, according to their latest report. The research study covers the present scenario and growth prospects of the global machine condition monitoring market for 2016-2020. The report also presents the vendor landscape and
ChannelAdvisor and Walmart to Educate Brands and Retailers about How to Sell on Walmart Marketplace
June 27, 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 branded manufacturers to increase global sales, today announced that it is co-hosting a webinar with Walmart to help brands and retailers better understand how to sell on the Walmart
CLARCOR Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend
June 27, 2016
FRANKLIN, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The CLARCOR Inc. (NYSE: CLC) Board of Directors at its June board meeting declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.22 per share of common stock. The dividend will be paid on Friday, July 22, 2016 to shareholders of record on July 14, 2016. CLARCOR is based in Franklin, Tennessee and is a diversified marketer and
Packsize Demonstrates Industry 4.0’s Embrace of Mass Customization with On Demand Packaging
June 27, 2016
SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Among the presenters at the Smart Industry Forum held earlier this month in Copenhagen, Packsize International CEO Hanko Kiessner shared his company’s progress in helping organizations transform their packaging supply chains to take advantage of mass production efficiency. An established sustainable packaging
InnerWorkings to Present at the East Coast IDEAS Investor Conference in Boston
June 27, 2016
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--InnerWorkings, Inc. (NASDAQ: INWK), the leading global marketing execution firm, today announced Jeffrey P. Pritchett, Chief Financial Officer, will present at the 2016 East Coast IDEAS Investor Conference at the Boston Park Plaza in Boston, Massachusetts on Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at 10:40 a.m. Eastern time. A live
Fluor Completes Work with Stora Enso Consumer Board Project
June 27, 2016
IRVING, Texas & SHANGHAI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fluor Corporation (NYSE: FLR) announced today that it has completed its work with Stora Enso’s consumer board machine in Beihai, Guangxi, China. Fluor senior leadership joined Stora Enso leadership and other dignitaries to celebrate the official inauguration of the consumer board machine recently
The Stockton Group and Syngenta Have Entered into a Global Development and Distribution Agreement
June 27, 2016
DAVIS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Stockton Group (STK), a leader in innovative botanical based crop protection has signed a major agreement with Syngenta as the exclusive global distributor of a new biofungicide technology based on tea tree oil for the control of several diseases in ornamental crops. The products of Stockton will be sold under
Monsanto and Sumitomo Chemical Enter New Global Crop Protection Collaboration for Next Generation
June 27, 2016
ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Monsanto Company (NYSE: MON) and Sumitomo Chemical Company, Ltd. today announced a new global agreement that will focus on developing and delivering next-generation weed control solutions to further help growers manage tough-to-control weeds. Monsanto has a robust pipeline of multi-generational herbicide trait upgrades
Axalta Coating Systems to Acquire Coil and Spray Coatings Manufacturer Dura Coat Products
June 27, 2016
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Dura Coat Products, a prominent manufacturer of coatings for metal coil and related markets in North America. Pursuant to the agreement, Axalta will
PPG to Transfer Pension Administration and Obligations to Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance
June 27, 2016
PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced that it has entered into an agreement to transfer pension benefits and annuity administration for $1.6 billion in pension liabilities to Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual) and Metropolitan Life Insurance Company (MetLife). Under the agreement, PPG’s pension
Williams Stockholders Approve Merger Transaction with ETE, and Williams Launches Appeal of Merger
June 27, 2016
TULSA, Okla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Williams Companies, Inc. (NYSE:WMB) (“Williams”) stockholders today voted to approve the previously announced merger agreement with Energy Transfer Equity, L.P. (NYSE:ETE) (“ETE”) and the transactions contemplated thereby, including the merger of Williams into Energy Transfer Corp LP
Universal Robots Opens New West Coast Headquarters in Irvine
June 27, 2016
IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Universal Robots, the market leader of collaborative robots, the emerging new class of industrial robots that can work outside of safety enclosures alongside employees, is now widening its U.S. presence with a 3,000+ sq. ft. new West Coast base in Irvine. For the past three years, Universal Robots has doubled sales
Axalta Coating Systems Supports 2016 EyesOn Design Summer Activities
June 27, 2016
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, played a major role in the EyesOn Design program that took place June 17-19, 2016 at prominent southeast Michigan venues. EyesOn Design is an annual benefit supporting the visual research program at Henry Ford
Axalta showcases sustainable offerings for China’s automotive market at SURCAR Shanghai 2016
June 27, 2016
SHANGHAI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, shared its industry-leading insights and sustainable offerings for the automotive market at SURCAR Shanghai 2016. SURCAR has been dedicated to car body finishing for over 50 years and, as the world’s leading automotive body
Need for Increased Network Bandwidth to Drive the Global Fusion Splicer Market Through 2020, Says
June 27, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--According to the latest market study released by Technavio, the global fusion splicer market is expected to grow at a CAGR of close to 9% during the forecast period. This research report titled ‘Global Fusion Splicer Market 2016-2020’ provides an in-depth analysis of the market in terms of revenue and emerging
Bunker Hill Capital Announces Investment in Kingpin Tattoo Supply and the Appointment of Brian Etter
June 27, 2016
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bunker Hill Capital, a leading Boston and San Diego based private equity investor in lower middle market companies, announced the addition of Kingpin Tattoo Supply (“Kingpin”) to its portfolio company Nexus Brands Group (“Nexus” or the “Company”). Kingpin, based in St. Petersburg,
El Dorado Furniture Unveils its 50th Year Anniversary Campaign Logo!
June 27, 2016
MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--El Dorado Furniture, the family-owned company, recognized as the largest Hispanic-owned furniture retail enterprise in the United States and ranked amongst the top 50 furniture retailers in the country, unveiled its logo for the company's 50th Year Anniversary Campaign for the upcoming 2017 year! The celebration took place
Novaerus Acquires Plasma Air International
June 27, 2016
RALEIGH, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Novaerus today announces the acquisition of Plasma Air International. The combined technologies will allow the most comprehensive plasma-based approach to improving indoor air quality. “This exciting acquisition brings an HVAC-based, air cleansing technology solution to Novaerus. It will broaden our own
PPG Announces Executive Appointment
June 27, 2016
PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced that Max Wetzel, currently chief marketing officer and general manager, home centers, U.S. and Canada, for PPG’s architectural coatings business is appointed vice president, global strategic marketing, architectural coatings, effective July 1. In this new role, Wetzel will build a
Darden Supply Chain Exec Joins SpenDifference
June 27, 2016
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Veteran foodservice executive James B. Thomas has been named vice president of distribution and supply management for SpenDifference, another step in the company’s strategy to offer restaurant chains a comprehensive set of supply chain solutions. Thomas has extensive experience in purchasing, distribution and
Cohu to Participate in the 8th Annual CEO Investor Summit 2016
June 27, 2016
POWAY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cohu, Inc. (NASDAQ:COHU), today announced that Luis A. Müller, President and CEO and Jeffrey D. Jones, Vice President Finance and CFO will participate in the 8th Annual CEO Investor Summit 2016, Wednesday, July 13, 2016 in San Francisco, California. The company’s presentation will be available beginning
Silgan to Release Second Quarter 2016 Earnings Results on July 27, 2016
June 27, 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, will release its second quarter 2016 earnings results on Wednesday, July 27, 2016, before the U.S. markets open. At 11:00 A.M. eastern time on that day, Silgan will hold a conference
Reynolds Group Holdings Limited Announces Completion of Offering of $2,100 Million of Senior Secured
June 27, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Reynolds Group Holdings Limited (“Reynolds Group”) today announced that it had, through its wholly owned subsidiaries, completed the sale of $1,350 million aggregate principal amount of 5.125% Senior Secured Notes due 2023 (the “Fixed Rate Senior Secured Notes”), $750 million aggregate principal
TDK Honors Digi-Key with Senten Manten Gold High Service Distributor Award
June 27, 2016
THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Global electronic components distributor Digi-Key Electronics, the industry leader in electronic component selection, availability and delivery, today announced they are TDK Corporation’s European Senten Manten Gold winner in the High Service Distributor category. The company was presented the award
Alion Science and Technology Names Kevin L. Cook as Chief Financial Officer
June 27, 2016
MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alion Science and Technology, an engineering, technology and operational solutions company, today announced that Kevin L. Cook will become the company’s Chief Financial Officer, effective July 5. Mr. Cook joins Alion from Booz Allen Hamilton, where he has served as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial
DuPont and Monsanto Reach Technology Licensing Agreement for Intacta RR2 PRO Technology in Brazil
June 27, 2016
ST. LOUIS & WILMINGTON, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DuPont (NYSE: DD) and Monsanto Company (NYSE: MON) announced today a new licensing agreement for one of Monsanto’s next-generation soybean technologies that will provide an additional choice for farmers. Under the terms of the agreement, DuPont Pioneer will receive a royalty-bearing license
Kaleidoscope Paints Ltd. Selects BatchMaster Mfg. for Dynamics GP for Its Full Spectrum of Features
June 27, 2016
LAGUNA HILLS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BatchMaster Software announced today that Kaleidoscope Paints Limited selected BatchMaster Manufacturing for Dynamics GP to integrate its business data and processes leading to greater business visibility across its manufacturing facilities. Kaleidoscope recognized that many of its core manufacturing functions
Dow Highlights Progress in Addressing Global Challenges in 2015 Sustainability Report
June 27, 2016
MIDLAND, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Dow Chemical Company (NYSE: DOW) today released its 2015 Sustainability Report, culminating Dow’s decade-long 2015 Sustainability Goals, producing solutions to global challenges including the areas of food, water and energy and continuing its commitment to operational excellence. Prepared in accordance
Trelleborg Signs Framework Agreement with i-Tech Services, part of Subsea 7
June 27, 2016
WASHINGTON, United States--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Trelleborg’s applied technologies operation in Rochdale, England, has signed a framework agreement with i-Tech Services, a Subsea 7 company, to deliver buoyancy products for remotely operated vehicles (ROV). This is the first formal framework agreement for the supply of ROV buoyancy, which covers
Test Devices, Inc. Introduces Optical Strain Measurement Service
June 27, 2016
HUDSON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Test Devices, Inc. has announced a new optical strain measurement service, applying the measurement technique to high-speed rotational components. Test Devices’ customers can now capture strain data over a full component during spin testing. Optical strain measurement can measure and record surface strain at
Larson Electronics Releases 10 Watt Vapor Proof Drop Light with Waterproof Transformer
June 27, 2016
KEMP, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Larson Electronics continues its commitment to providing high grade lighting equipment to specialty markets with the release of a 10 watt LED trouble light that is vapor proof, approved for damp locations, and equipped with a waterproof step down transformer. The VPLHL-10WLED-12I-50 10 watt LED drop light from Larson
24M Selected as a 2016 Technology Pioneer by World Economic Forum
June 27, 2016
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. & TIANJIN, People’s Republic of China--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The World Economic Forum today announced that 24M has been named a 2016 Technology Pioneer, a prestigious award honoring the world’s most innovative companies. 24M was selected for its breakthrough semisolid lithium-Ion technology, an innovation in lithium-ion
Domtar Expands Personal Care Portfolio with Purchase of Butterfly Health Inc.
June 27, 2016
RALEIGH, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Every day, Domtar improves the quality of peoples’ lives by providing dignity and choice through its Personal Care products. In line with its strategy and core capabilities, Domtar Corporation (NYSE: UFS) (TSX: UFS) has purchased the assets of Butterfly Health Inc. BUTTERFLY® body liners offer discreet,
Intevac to Participate in the 8th Annual CEO Investor Summit
June 27, 2016
SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Intevac, Inc. (Nasdaq:IVAC) today announces that company management is scheduled to participate in the 8th Annual CEO Summit, a preeminent investor and analyst event held concurrently with the Intersolar / SEMICON West trade show in San Francisco. The event will take place in San Francisco on Wednesday, July
Immersion Corporation and Lenovo Enter Into Licensing Agreement for TouchSense® Haptic Technology
June 27, 2016
SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Immersion Corporation (NASDAQ: IMMR), the leading developer and licensor of touch feedback technology, today announced that it has signed a multi-year agreement with Lenovo PC HK Ltd., a leading global provider of consumer, commercial, and enterprise technology and devices. This agreement enables Lenovo to use