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Nettalliansen Chooses Rejlers Embriq for IT- Operation Services
December 5, 2016
STOCKHOLM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Rejlers (STO:REJL) Rejlers Embriq has entered into an agreement with Nettalliansen for provision of services relating to IT operation. The agreement covers comprehensive IT operations for more than 47 energy companies throughout Norway and includes implementation, operation and maintenance of
Toshiba Group Once Again Celebrates CSR Month
December 5, 2016
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--For over a decade now, December has been Toshiba Group CSR Month, a tradition and commitment that continues this year. Toshiba has long been guided by the principles expressed in our corporate motto—Committed to People, Committed to the Future—and CSR Month offers us all an opportunity to reflect on how best to
Utah Surpasses Pre-Recession Industrial Employment Levels
December 4, 2016
Jobs up 2.3% over the past 12 months.
Acme United Corporation to Present at LD Micro Main Event Conference on December 6, 2016
December 3, 2016
FAIRFIELD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Acme United Corporation (NYSE MKT:ACU), an innovative supplier of cutting devices, measuring instruments, and safety products, will present at the 9th Annual LD Micro Main Event investor conference, to be held December 6th – 8th, 2016 at the Luxe Sunset Boulevard Hotel in Los Angeles, CA. Chairman and Chief
Company Profile for DVIRC
December 3, 2016
--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DVIRC is a private, not-for-profit corporation with a public purpose—to support the profitable growth of small and mid-sized U.S. manufacturers. Our vision is to have the region’s manufacturing companies recognized as among the most advanced and innovative manufacturing companies in the world. Our mission is to
CORRECTING and REPLACING Patheon to Announce Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2016 Financial Results
December 3, 2016
CORRECTION…by Patheon N.V. DURHAM, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Second paragraph, first sentence of release, the day of the call and webcast should be Tuesday, December 20 (instead of Wednesday, December 20). The corrected release reads: PATHEON TO ANNOUNCE FOURTH QUARTER AND FISCAL YEAR 2016 FINANCIAL RESULTS ON DECEMBER 20, 2016; COMPANY TO
Summit Materials Declares Special Stock Dividend
December 3, 2016
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Summit Materials, Inc. (NYSE:SUM, “Summit” or the “Company”), a leading vertically integrated construction materials company, today announced that it has declared a special stock dividend of 0.012 shares of the Company’s Class A common stock, par value $0.01 per share (“Class A Common
Patcraft Names Shannon Cochran Vice President of Creative Design
December 3, 2016
CARTERSVILLE, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Patcraft, a brand of Shaw Industries, announced the promotion of Shannon Cochran to vice president of creative and product development. Cochran brings with her more than two decades of flooring industry expertise and a reputation for pioneering product design and innovation leadership. Most recently, Cochran led
Culp Announces Results for Second Quarter Fiscal 2017
December 3, 2016
HIGH POINT, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Culp, Inc. (NYSE: CFI) today reported financial and operating results for the second quarter and six months ended October 30, 2016. Fiscal 2017 Second Quarter Highlights Net sales were $75.3 million, down 2.1 percent, with mattress fabric sales up 0.2 percent and upholstery fabric sales down 5.4 percent, as
Buying Real UGG Product, Know the Facts
December 3, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Synonymous with gift giving and the holidays, UGG® (a division of Deckers Brands NYSE: DECK) is increasing its efforts to help customers identify counterfeit products, recognize misleading marketing and call-out online websites by sharing a list of helpful tips ahead of the holiday shopping season. “With nearly
Love Your Melon Donates $414,095 from Cyber Monday Sales to Find Cure for Cancer with Help from
December 3, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Love Your Melon, an apparel brand that makes a meaningful impact in the lives of children battling cancer, is excited to announce that its Cyber Monday sales have generated more than $414,095 in funds to fight pediatric cancer. With the help of Facebook and Shopify, Love Your Melon was able to leverage digitally-driven
Differential Brands Group Inc. Announces Appointment of Tom Nevell as Executive Vice President of
December 3, 2016
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Differential Brands Group Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ:DFBG) today announced the appointment of Tom Nevell as Executive Vice President of Business Development, effective November 28, 2016. Based in Seattle, he will report to Michael Buckley, Chief Executive Officer, and be responsible for expanding the
Hanes Expands National Sock Drive for Homeless, Makes Giving Easy During Holiday Season
December 3, 2016
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--It has been said that we rise by lifting others, and Hanes, America’s No. 1 apparel label and flagship brand of HanesBrands, is encouraging all Americans to support the homeless by participating in its national sock drive during the holiday season. Hanes today announced that it will donate 200,000 pairs
Atkore International Group Inc. Announces Gross Profit Expansion with its Full-Year Fiscal 2016
December 3, 2016
HARVEY, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Atkore International Group Inc. (the “Company” or "Atkore") (NYSE: ATKR) announced earnings for its fiscal 2016 full-year and fourth quarter ended September 30, 2016 (“fourth quarter”). “We are pleased with our fourth quarter and full fiscal year results, which delivered expanded
Michael Devience Joins Madden Bolt as QA/QC Manager as Company Nears AISC QMS Certification
December 3, 2016
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Madden Bolt Corporation (http://www.maddenbolt.com) announced today that Michael Devience has joined the operations team as Quality Assurance/Quality Control Manager and will lead the company’s customer satisfaction and continuous improvement initiatives. Madden Bolt is expected to receive its AISC Quality Management
Friedman Industries, Incorporated Announces Cash Dividend
December 3, 2016
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Friedman Industries, Incorporated (NYSE--MKT Trading symbol: FRD), a Texas-based company engaged in pipe manufacturing, steel processing and steel and pipe distribution, declared on December 2, 2016, a cash dividend of $0.01 per share on the Common Stock of the Company. The Company will pay the
Liquidmetal Technologies Sets Special Update Conference Call for Thursday, December 15th, 2016 at
December 3, 2016
RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Liquidmetal® Technologies, Inc. (OTCQB: LQMT), the world’s leading developer of amorphous alloys and composites, will hold a special investor update conference call on Thursday, December 15th at 4:30 p.m. eastern time to outline recent events as well as provide guidance on the future goals
Iron and Steel Industry Continues to Dominate the Global Refractory Materials Market: Technavio
December 3, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--According to the latest market study released by Technavio, the global refractory materials market is expected to grow at a CAGR of close to 4% during the forecast period. This research report titled ‘Global Refractory Materials Market 2016-2020’ provides an in-depth analysis of the market in terms of revenue
Capital Family Holdings: Offer from SXC to Acquire SXCP is Deeply Inadequate
December 3, 2016
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--On Nov. 9th, 2016 Capital Family Holdings Inc. (“CFH”) addressed the following letter to the Conflicts Committee of SunCoke Energy regarding the recent proposal from SunCoke Energy, Inc. (“SXC”) to acquire all of the independently held units of SunCoke Energy Partners, L.P.
EVRAZ North America Applauds the Government of Canada’s Approval of Pipeline Projects Supporting
December 3, 2016
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EVRAZ North America applauds the Government of Canada’s decisions to approve construction of the Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain Expansion Project and the Enbridge Line 3 Replacement Program in Canada. “We appreciate the balanced decision the Government has made and congratulate them on the approval of these
SunCoke Energy, Inc. Announces Brazil Coke Facility Transactions
December 3, 2016
LISLE, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SunCoke Energy, Inc. (NYSE: SXC) has announced that ArcelorMittal Brasil S.A. (”ArcelorMittal”) is redeeming SunCoke’s indirectly held preferred and common equity interest in Sol Coqueria Tubarão S.A. (the ”Brazil facility”) for cash consideration of $41 million. SunCoke received
Multi Packaging Solutions Launches Redesigned, Interactive BloomIQ.com
December 3, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Multi Packaging Solutions (“MPS”)(NYSE:MPSX), a global market leader in healthcare, spirits, confectionery, and horticultural packaging, has announced the launch of their newly redesigned horticultural consumer website, BloomIQ.com. BloomIQ is a free digital platform that provides both novice and experienced
Steel Partners’ API Group Acquires Assets and Business Of Amsterdam Metallized Products
December 3, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Steel Partners Holdings L.P. (NYSE:SPLP), a diversified global holding company, today announced that API Group plc, its majority-owned indirect subsidiary, has completed the acquisition of the manufacturing assets and business of Amsterdam Metallized Products b.v. (“AMP”). Based in the Netherlands, AMP is a
Nation’s Capital to Host 34th Annual Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America®
December 3, 2016
--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Brewers Association: WHAT:     The 34th edition of the Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America® (CBC) will return to the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C. from April 10-13. CBC, presented annually by the Brewers Association, is the craft brewing industry’s leading event, and the only one that
Packaging Corporation of America Completes Acquisition of Columbus Container, Inc.
December 3, 2016
LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE:PKG) today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Columbus Container, Inc., an independent corrugated products producer in a cash-free, debt-free transaction. Funding for the $100 million acquisition came from available cash on hand. PCA Chairman and CEO Mark
Harris Williams & Co. Advises TricorBraun Holdings, Inc. on its Sale to AEA Investors LP
December 3, 2016
RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Harris Williams & Co., a preeminent middle market investment bank focused on the advisory needs of clients worldwide for 25 years, announces the sale of TricorBraun Holdings, Inc. (TricorBraun), a portfolio company of CHS Capital (CHS), to funds sponsored by AEA Investors LP (AEA). TricorBraun is a leading
Moseys Production Machinists Announces Rebrand and New Website Launch
December 3, 2016
ANAHEIM, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Moseys Production Machinists, an industry leader in providing high-tech precision manufacturing services for U.S. and global businesses, has announced the launch of its new brand and website. Long known as “MPM” for Moseys Production Machinists, the new brand and logo places greater emphasis on the name
QAD Announces the Release of QAD Transportation Management System 2.0
December 3, 2016
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--QAD Inc. (Nasdaq:QADA) (Nasdaq:QADB), a leading provider of enterprise software and services for global manufacturing companies, today announced the availability of QAD Transportation Management System (QAD TMS) 2.0. The latest version incorporates a new web-based user interface (UI), adds functionality,
AgroFresh Makes Minority Investment in Proprietary Container System for Produce Freshness Being
December 3, 2016
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AgroFresh Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: AGFS), a global leader in produce freshness solutions, has made a minority investment in RipeLocker, LLC and its proprietary system for low-pressure vacuum containers that aim to extend the shelf life and reduce the decay of perishable produce. RipeLocker, a start-up company led by
Praxair, Inc. Confirms Company Has Approached Linde AG about Resuming Discussions Regarding a
December 3, 2016
DANBURY, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Praxair, Inc. (NYSE: PX) today confirmed that the company has approached Linde AG about resuming discussions regarding a potential merger. There can be no assurance that this will result in a transaction, or on what terms any transaction may occur. Praxair does not intend to comment further at this
Americas Dominated the Composite Packaging Market in 2015 With a Market Share of 42%, With Majority
December 3, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The global composite packaging market is expected grow at a CAGR of close to 5% during the forecast period, according to Technavio’s latest report. In this report, Technavio covers the market outlook and growth prospects of the global composite packaging market for 2016-2020. The market is further categorized into
New Mill Capital Holdings Purchases Former Kraft Heinz Bakery in Maryland
December 3, 2016
FEDERALSBURG, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--New Mill Capital Holdings of New York (www.newmillcapital.com) has acquired the former Kraft Heinz bakery in Federalsburg, MD. The 103,000 square-foot plant, which previously served as a bread and dehydrated product production operation for Stove Top Stuffing (among other products), is located in Caroline County,
Intertek Expands Environmental Sustainability Services through its redipoint® Solution Partnership
December 3, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Intertek, a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide, announces the further expansion of its sustainability services, through a partnership with Environmental Packaging International (EPI), developer of redipoint®, a global Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) reporting solution. Intertek
HCL Introduces OSHA Compliant GHS Chemical Labels
December 3, 2016
SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HCL Labels, Inc., a global leader in hazard and chemical labeling, announces the introduction of OSHA GHS-compliant labeling. Required by 29 CFR 1910.1200, the labels enable U.S.-based chemical companies to align with the United Nations' Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals.
Berry Plastics Group, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2016 Results
December 3, 2016
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Berry Plastics Group, Inc. (NYSE:BERY) today reported results for its fourth fiscal 2016 quarter, referred to in the following as the September 2016 quarter, and fiscal year 2016. Highlights Reported net sales of $1,618 million for the September 2016 quarter and record fiscal 2016 net sales of $6,489 million
Kadant to Host Its First Investor Day on December 1, 2016
December 3, 2016
WESTFORD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kadant Inc. (NYSE:KAI) announced its first Investor Day will take place on Thursday, December 1, 2016 in New York City. The Investor Day will feature presentations by members of Kadant’s Executive Leadership Team, who will discuss the Company’s business outlook, growth opportunities, and five-year
Stratasys Accelerates Adoption of 3D Printing in Healthcare, Unveils New Collaborations and Customer
December 3, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS & REHOVOT, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS), the 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions company, today further expanded its presence in healthcare by unveiling several new industry collaborations and customer demonstrations – further transforming the use of 3D printing for medical models, driving
Westinghouse to Resolve CB&I Purchase Agreement as Planned
December 3, 2016
PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today the Delaware Chancery Court found in favor of Westinghouse Electric Company and dismissed the filing by Chicago Bridge & Iron Company N.V. (CB&I) with respect to the post-closing reconciliation process. As a result of the decision, the parties will now proceed in accordance with the Parties Purchase
Top 5 Vendors in the Electrical Conductor Market for Power Industry from 2016-2020: Technavio
December 3, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio has announced the top five leading vendors in their recent global electrical conductor market for the power industry report until 2020. This research report also lists 8 other prominent vendors that are expected to impact the market during the forecast period.   Technological advances in composite materials
Metal Supplier Growing, Expanding to Third Location
December 3, 2016
KENT, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Industrial Tube & Steel Corporation (ITS), a metal and steel tubing supplier, increased its service area to the Nashville market by acquiring a 40,000-square-foot facility in Mt. Juliet, Tenn. ITS serves machine shops, fabricators, OEMs and other metalworking companies, and the company specializes in mechanical and
Rejlers Wins Assignments as the Aviapolis Region Grows
December 3, 2016
STOCKHOLM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Rejlers Finland (STO:REJLB) has won several assignments in the rapidly growing Aviapolis business district in the Helsinki region More than 1,000 companies and 35,000 employees are working in the area. Business premises, a traffic centre and housing are also being built, in addition to offices. The
Owens Corning Declares Fourth-Quarter 2016 Dividend
December 3, 2016
TOLEDO, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per common share, an 11% increase compared with the prior quarterly dividend. The dividend will be payable on January 18, 2017, to shareholders of record as of January 3, 2017. "The dividend increase
Rexnord Announces Pricing of Public Offering of Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock
December 3, 2016
MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rexnord Corporation (NYSE:RXN) today announced the pricing of its previously announced underwritten public offering of 7,000,000 depositary shares, each of which represents a 1/20th interest in a share of its 5.75% Series A Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock (“Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock”). The
IDEX Corporation Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend
December 3, 2016
LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--IDEX CORPORATION (NYSE:IEX) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.34 per common share. The next dividend will be paid January 31, 2017 to shareholders of record as of January 16, 2017. This dividend represents the company’s 89th consecutive regular
Tessera Completes Acquisition of DTS
December 3, 2016
SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tessera Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: TSRA) (the “Company”) today announced it has completed the acquisition of DTS, Inc. (“DTS”). Tessera Technologies, Inc. (“Tessera”) and DTS are now combined under Tessera Holding Corporation and the shares of the combined company will
Analog Devices To Participate At The Raymond James Technology Investors Conference
December 3, 2016
NORWOOD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI), today announced that Executive Vice President Rick Hess will speak at the Raymond James Technology Investors Conference in New York on Monday, December 5, 2016 at 1:15 p.m. Eastern time. The audio webcast may be accessed live via the Investor Relations section of Analog
Mouser Electronics and Grant Imahara Release New Video Showing Drone Platform for Project First
December 3, 2016
DALLAS & FORT WORTH, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mouser Electronics Inc., together with Easy Aerial Inc. and celebrity engineer Grant Imahara, today launched the second video episode from the latest series in the Empowering Innovation Together™ program. The new Project First Responders focuses on creating a proof of concept for an autonomous,
Emerson Network Power Rebrands as Vertiv, Appoints New CEO
December 3, 2016
COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The business now formerly known as Emerson Network Power today announced the appointment of Rob Johnson as CEO and officially commenced a campaign to rebrand the standalone company as Vertiv. Vertiv is a global provider of mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers,
The Falcon Group Acquires J. Belliveau & Associates
December 3, 2016
MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Falcon Group is pleased to announce their recent acquisition of J. Belliveau & Associates. This comes as part of The Falcon Group’s sales initiative related to foreseen growth in this market sector. Jim Belliveau brings 30 years of experience in building envelope design, construction and maintenance which will
Hexagon Launches New Financial Plan at Capital Markets Day
December 3, 2016
NACKA STRAND, Sweden--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Hexagon (STO:HEXAB) hosts its Capital Markets Day in London, United Kingdom, today and launches a new five-year financial plan stretching to 2021. The plan includes two scenarios, one base case and one opportunity case. Base case scenario: Sales targets of 4.6 billion EUR and EBIT margin of 27