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Calgon Carbon Completes Acquisition of the European Activated Carbon and Filter Aid Business from
November 2, 2016
PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Calgon Carbon Corporation (NYSE: CCC) (Calgon Carbon, or the Company) announced that it completed its acquisition of the wood-based activated carbon, reactivation and mineral-based filtration media business (the Activated Carbon and Filter Aid Business, or the Business) from CECA. At closing, Calgon Carbon paid
Teledyne to Acquire Additional Industrial Gas Monitoring Instruments
November 2, 2016
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY) (“Teledyne”) announced today that Teledyne Instruments, Inc. has entered into an agreement to acquire assets of IN USA, Inc. (“IN USA”). IN USA, headquartered in Norwood, Massachusetts, manufactures a range of ozone generators, ozone
APLIX Launches a New Sensory Closure for Small Bags
November 2, 2016
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--APLIX developed EASY-LOCK TOUCH, a narrow sensory and intuitive closure for small bags. The thin closure (16 mm) offers improved audible and tactile feedback when opening and closing, letting consumers know their package is sealed. This value-added feature secures the package and provides an overall enhanced
Overall U.S. Sales Down 12 Percent; Transit, Ford F-Series and Lincoln Sales Grow in October
November 2, 2016
DEARBORN, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Overall U.S. sales for Ford were down 12 percent in October versus a year ago, with 188,813 vehicles sold. U.S. sales of Ford Transit were up 9 percent, with 10,202 vans sold. F-Series pickup sales increased 0.1 percent, with 65,542 trucks sold – the best October since 2004. Ford is reporting sales today due
Saint-Gobain Finalizes the Acquisition of h-old
November 2, 2016
SOLON, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Saint-Gobain has acquired 100% of the share capital of the Italian company h-old from private equity fund Arcadia Small Cap. Founded in 1982, h-old designs, manufactures and distributes – mostly in Europe – specialty adhesive tapes for various high-performance applications for industrial and automotive
Accuride Corporation Announces Early Results of Tender Offer and Consent Solicitation for Cash for
November 2, 2016
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Accuride Corporation (“Accuride” or the “Company”) (NYSE:ACW) – a leading supplier of components to the North American and European commercial vehicle industries – today announced that, in connection with its previously announced cash tender offer (the “Tender
Orbital ATK's Board of Directors Declares $0.30 Per Share Quarterly Dividend and Expands Share
November 2, 2016
DULLES, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Orbital ATK, Inc. (NYSE: OA), a global leader in aerospace and defense technologies, today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.30 per share. The dividend will be payable December 1, 2016 to stockholders of record as of November 16, 2016. Orbital ATK’s Board also
Garmin® introduces GMR Fantom™ 18 and 24 dome radars
November 2, 2016
OLATHE, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ:GRMN), today announced the GMR Fantom 18 and GMR Fantom 24. These new solid-state pulse compression radomes offer MotionScope™ Doppler technology and 40W of power, the highest in the industry for its kind. Available in an 18- or 24-inch footprint, they
Qingdao Haier Announced as Winner of KKR’s First Green Solutions Platform Eco-Innovation Award
November 2, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced the winner of KKR’s first Eco-Innovation Award. Qingdao Haier Co., Ltd. (“Qingdao Haier”), the white goods home appliance subsidiary of Haier Group, was chosen for its development of energy-efficient air conditioners that reduce energy consumption
Summit Materials, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2016 Results
November 2, 2016
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Summit Materials, Inc. (NYSE:SUM, “Summit” or the “Company”), a leading vertically integrated construction materials company, today announced results for the third quarter of 2016. For the three months ended October 1, 2016, the Company generated basic earnings per share of $0.61 and adjusted diluted
Monomoy Capital Partners Portfolio Company Construction Resources Completes Successful
November 2, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Monomoy Capital Partners, a private equity firm focused on constructive investing and business improvement in the middle market, announced today that its portfolio company, Construction Resources, Inc., completed a successful recapitalization with its existing lenders. The proceeds of the recapitalization were used to
Garmin® introduces Panoptix PS51-TH FrontVü transducer
November 2, 2016
OLATHE, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ:GRMN), today announced the Panoptix™ Forward PS51-TH, a new phased-array multibeam thru-hull mount transducer that adds premium FrontVü™ forward looking sonar to help cruisers avoid running aground1. Designed to give mariners more confidence and
Industry efficient 3D printing solutions by Zortax
November 2, 2016
MONDEVILLE, France--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Almost a year ago managers and engineers from the Bosch manufacturing site, in Mondeville, France, began utilizing 3D printing technology to streamline their operations. Among the many solutions available on the market, they opted for the Zortrax M200 3D printers, citing it as the best value for their money, due
Engineers Without Borders USA Wins Arconic Foundation Inaugural Grant to Train Future Engineers
November 2, 2016
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Engineers Without Borders USA (EWB-USA) is proud to announce a multi-year grantmaking partnership with the newly formed Arconic Foundation. The $300,000 investment, Arconic Foundation’s inaugural grant, will support Engineers Without Borders (EWB) organizations around the world working to strengthen and promote
Global Brass and Copper Holdings, Inc. Announces Cash Dividend
November 2, 2016
SCHAUMBURG, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Global Brass and Copper Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:BRSS) (the “Company”) today announced that, on November 1, 2016, its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.0375 per share on the Company’s common stock for the third quarter of 2016. The dividend will be paid on November 28,
Analog Devices’ RS-485 Transceivers First to Meet Stringent IEC Surge Standards
November 2, 2016
NORWOOD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Analog Devices, Inc. today announced the industry's first RS-485 transceivers fully certified for Level 4 EMC surge protection, thus eliminating the need for external transient-voltage surge-suppression devices. The galvanically isolated ADM2795E, using Analog Devices iCoupler® magnetic-isolation technology, and
Thread Group Broadens Focus to Encompass the Places Where People Live and Work With Expansion Into
November 2, 2016
SAN RAMON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, the Thread Group has announced its intention to expand Thread beyond the connected home and into the commercial building and professional sectors, to unlock valuable new use cases for its members. The group will continue its efforts to drive adoption of the Thread networking specification for the connected
Bentley Systems and Microsoft Join Forces to Advance Connected Data Environments for Infrastructure
November 2, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bentley Systems, Incorporated, a leading global provider of comprehensive software solutions for advancing infrastructure, today announced that Bentley’s new AssetWise CONNECT Edition (introduced at the Conference) and ProjectWise CONNECT Edition (introduced at Year in Infrastructure 2015) uniquely support hybrid
Sintavia Achieves AS9100 Certification
November 2, 2016
DAVIE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sintavia, LLC, the global leader for independent metal Additive Manufacturing (“AM”), announced today that it had received AS9100 Revision C certification. With the announcement, Sintavia becomes one of a very few number of companies to receive the prestigious quality certification solely for the metal AM
WHEATON to Host Learning Lounge at AAPS on Extractables Profiling of Drug Packaging Materials and
November 2, 2016
MILLVILLE, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WHEATON® will host a Learning Lounge session at the American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists (AAPS) annual meeting, Tuesday, November 15th, 12:30-12:50pm, in the Exhibit Hall of the Colorado Convention Center, Denver. The session, entitled "Selecting the Best Primary Packaging Container Based on its
EIZO Rugged Solutions Announces Hydra 1004 3G-SDI 1x4 Video Splitter with Built-In Signal
November 2, 2016
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EIZO Rugged Solutions Inc. (formerly Tech Source, Inc.) has introduced the Hydra 1004 – a 3G-SDI 1x4 video splitter designed to conform to MIL-STD-810G for modern rugged airborne and ground-based video distribution applications where 3G-SDI is becoming the interface of choice. This rugged, small form
NOW Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2016 Results
November 2, 2016
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NOW Inc. (NYSE: DNOW) reported for its third quarter ended September 30, 2016 a net loss of $56 million, or $0.53 per fully diluted share, compared to net loss of $224 million, or $2.09 per fully diluted share in the same period of 2015. Net loss excluding other costs, a non-GAAP measure, was $36 million or $0.34 per fully
Caesarstone Reports Third Quarter Results
November 2, 2016
MP MENASHE, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Caesarstone Ltd. (NASDAQ:CSTE), a manufacturer of high quality engineered quartz surfaces, today reported financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2016. Revenue in the third quarter of 2016 increased by 5.5% to a new record of $144.3 million as compared to $136.8 million in the same quarter of
Booz Allen Hamilton Announces Second Quarter Fiscal 2017 Results
November 2, 2016
MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation (NYSE:BAH), the parent company of management and technology consulting and engineering services firm Booz Allen Hamilton Inc., today announced preliminary results for the second quarter of fiscal 2017. The Company achieved a third consecutive quarter of healthy year-over-year
SAIC Awarded $383 Million Contract by Naval Sea Systems Command
November 2, 2016
MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) awarded Science Applications International Corp. (NYSE: SAIC) a contract to manufacture MK 48 Mod 7 heavyweight torpedo afterbody/tailcone sections. The work to be performed will increase the quantity of the MK 48 Mod 7 heavyweight torpedoes for operational use. The contract has a
Itelma Selects OT to Deliver Connectivity for eCall and Commercial Services
November 2, 2016
COLOMBES, France--(BUSINESS WIRE)--OT (Oberthur Technologies), a leading global provider of embedded security software products and services, today announced that Itelma, the biggest Tier 1 automotive equipment supplier in Russia, has selected OT to connect cars to ERA-GLONASS, the Russian emergency call system, and to VimpelCom, one the of the
Bentley Systems and Topcon join forces to advance cloud services for ‘constructioneering’
November 2, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Topcon Positioning Group, a world leader in positioning instruments for survey and construction, and Bentley Systems, a leading global provider of comprehensive software solutions for advancing infrastructure, today announced their joint intentions to connect cloud services for constructioneering. During the keynote
Global Sales of 48-Volt Systems are Expected to Reach 9 Million in 2025, According to Navigant
November 2, 2016
BOULDER, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A new report from Navigant Research examines the global market for low voltage electrification, with an overview of the opportunities and challenges related to improving light duty vehicle efficiency, including technologies likely to reach production and forecasts for vehicle sales and the value of key components,
Eyewear Icon Safilo Makes Frames for Top Fashion Brands in Record Time with Stratasys 3D Printing
November 2, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS & REHOVOT, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS), the 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions company, today announced that Safilo, the world’s second-largest producer of eyewear, is using the Stratasys J750 full color, multi-material 3D printer to produce photorealistic frames 60% faster than with
SII Semiconductor Corporation to Release World Class Low Current Consumption LDO Voltage Regulators
November 2, 2016
CHIBA, Japan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SII Semiconductor Corporation, an affiliate of Seiko Instruments Inc., manufactures and sells semiconductors. In November 2016, SII Semiconductor Corporation will release the S-1317 Series of LDO voltage regulators that have the world class low current consumption of 350 nA. The S-1317 Series of LDO voltage regulators
Elementia Confirms Dates for Rights Offering Process
November 2, 2016
MEXICO CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Elementia, S.A.B. de C.V. (BMV:ELEMENT*) (the “Company”, or “Elementia”) informs that, in accordance with the capital increase authorized by the Extraordinary Shareholders’ Meeting held on October 17, 2016 (the “Meeting”), the relevant dates for the subscription period are as
Edwards and Globalfoundries Recognised by Singapore Government Environmental Agency
November 2, 2016
BURGESS HILL, England--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Edwards, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of integrated vacuum and abatement solutions, and Globalfoundries Singapore, a leading full-service semiconductor design, development, fabrication and innovation company, were recognised by Singapore’s National Environment Agency in the Best
Broadcom MASTERS Awards $100,000 in Prizes at 2016 National Middle School STEM Competition
November 2, 2016
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Broadcom Foundation and Society for Science & the Public (SSP) today announced the winners of the sixth annual national Broadcom MASTERS® competition for sixth, seventh and eighth graders. Broadcom Foundation and SSP also announced first and second place winners in each of the STEM categories of Science,
New Maxstar® 161 Welding Power Source from Miller
November 2, 2016
Delivers up to 160 amps for light industrial applications.
Six Essential Requirements for Using Mobile Technology for Occupational Safety
November 2, 2016
Mobile technology can help reach the underserved but high-risk employees.
AGCO to Present at Goldman Sachs’ Industrials Conference
November 1, 2016
DULUTH, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AGCO, Your Agriculture Company (NYSE:AGCO), a worldwide manufacturer and distributor of agricultural equipment and infrastructure, announced today that it will participate in Goldman Sachs’ Industrials Conference on Thursday, November 3, 2016. The conference will include a presentation by Andy Beck, AGCO's Senior
ZGlobal Announces Completion of Construction of 33MVA Battery Storage System
November 1, 2016
EL CENTRO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Continuing its mission to deliver comprehensive Power Engineering and Energy Solutions, ZGlobal Inc. (ZGlobal) announced the completion of construction, and the delivery of the Coachella Energy Storage Partners (CESP) 33-MVA battery energy storage system. The project was part of a supply contract with the
HondaJet Sets Two Speed Records Flying between the Northeast and South Florida
November 1, 2016
ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Honda Aircraft Company today announced that the HondaJet, the fastest jet in its class, has officially secured its first speed records over two recognized courses from Teterboro, New Jersey to Fort Lauderdale, Florida and Boston, Massachusetts to Palm Beach, Florida. The United States National Aeronautic Association
GMS Expands Footprint in Michigan with Acquisition of Ryan Building Materials
November 1, 2016
TUCKER, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GMS Inc. (NYSE:GMS), a leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard and suspended ceiling systems, announced today the acquisition of Ryan Building Materials, Inc., Ryan’s Lakeland Building Materials, LLC and Ryan’s East Building Materials, Inc. (collectively, “RBM”) located in
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Diluted Earnings of $1.03 Per Share and
November 1, 2016
SOUTHPORT, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) announced today that for the third quarter of 2016 the Company reported net sales of $161.4 million and diluted earnings of $1.03 per share, compared with net sales of $120.9 million and diluted earnings of 62¢ per share in the third quarter of 2015. For the nine
Ampco-Pittsburgh Announces Acquisition of ASW Steel, Inc.
November 1, 2016
CARNEGIE, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ampco-Pittsburgh Corporation (NYSE: AP) is pleased to announce the acquisition of ASW Steel, Inc. (“ASW”), a premier specialty steel producer based in Welland, Ontario, Canada. The total purchase price of ASW is approximately $13.1 million, including $3.5 million in cash and assumption of approximately
Quad/Graphics Reports Third Quarter and Year-to-Date Results
November 1, 2016
SUSSEX, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Quad/Graphics, Inc. (NYSE: QUAD) ("Quad/Graphics" or the "Company") today reported results for its third quarter ending September 30, 2016. "We are pleased with our third quarter performance, which reflects our ongoing focus on driving sustainable cost reductions, productivity improvements and operational
John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. Board Declares Special Cash Dividend of $2.50 per share of Common
November 1, 2016
ELGIN, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. (NASDAQ: JBSS) (the “Company”) today announced that its Board of Directors (the “Board”) declared a special cash dividend (the “Dividend”) of $2.50 per share on all issued and outstanding shares of Common Stock of the Company and $2.50 per share on
Reynolds Group Holdings Limited and Beverage Packaging Holdings (Luxembourg) II S.A. Announce 2016
November 1, 2016
LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Reynolds Group Holdings Limited (“Reynolds”) and Beverage Packaging Holdings (Luxembourg) II S.A. will host a conference call on Thursday, November 3, 2016, at 9.00 EDT/14.00 CET/13.00 GMT to review their preliminary financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2016. The call will include
Herbalife Nutrition Announces CEO Transition Plan
November 1, 2016
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Global nutrition company Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE: HLF) (“Herbalife Nutrition” or “the Company”) today announced that consistent with the Company’s planned succession strategy, Michael O. Johnson, Herbalife Nutrition’s chief executive officer (CEO) since 2003 and chairman since 2007,
Handy & Harman Ltd. Reports Third Quarter Financial Results; Provides Outlook for Full-Year 2016
November 1, 2016
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Handy & Harman Ltd. (NASDAQ: HNH), a diversified global industrial company, today announced operating results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2016, which are summarized in the following paragraphs. For a full discussion of the results, please see the Company's Form 10-Q as
Fluor Announces Award of Sasol Oxygen Train Project in Secunda, South Africa
November 1, 2016
IRVING, Texas & JOHANNESBURG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fluor Corporation (NYSE: FLR) announced today that it was awarded a contract by Sasol Group Technology, a division of Sasol South Africa (Pty) Ltd, for the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) of the Additional Oxygen Capacity Train 17 Outside Battery Limits project at its Secunda plant
The Manitowoc Company Reports Third-Quarter Financial Results Consistent with Previously Announced
November 1, 2016
MANITOWOC, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Manitowoc Company, Inc. (NYSE: MTW) (“Manitowoc”) today reported third-quarter 2016 net sales of $349.8 million versus $438.2 million in the comparable period in 2015. On a GAAP basis, the company reported a net loss of ($140.0) million, or ($1.01) per diluted share, in the third-quarter 2016 versus
Intevac Announces New VERTEX™ Order
November 1, 2016
SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Intevac, Inc. (Nasdaq:IVAC), a leading supplier of thin-film processing systems, today announced an INTEVAC VERTEXTM system order from a new Tier-1 customer. The system will incorporate Intevac’s oDLCTM (optical diamond-like carbon) enhanced scratch protection film, which has multiple applications for
Chase Corporation Announces Fiscal 2016 Results
November 1, 2016
WESTWOOD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Chase Corporation (NYSE MKT: CCF) today reported revenue of $238.09 million for the year ended August 31, 2016. This is an increase of $0.05 million, or less than one percent, compared to $238.05 million recognized in the prior fiscal year. Net income attributable to Chase Corporation of $32.81 million for fiscal