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2nd Murata Hackathon to Be Held in Israel: Seeking New Ideas in IoT
September 5, 2016
HOOFDDORP, The Netherlands--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Murata Electronics Europe B.V.: Overview Murata Electronics Europe B.V. is partnering with Samurai Incubate Inc. (Headquarters: Shinagawa, Tokyo; CEO: Kentaro Sakakibara) to host the 2nd Murata Hackathon, an event that seeks new business ideas in IoT, from September 14-15 in Israel. *What is a
Radware Positioned by Gartner in Leaders Quadrant of 2016 Magic Quadrant for Application Delivery
September 5, 2016
HONG KONG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Radware® (NASDAQ: RDWR), a leading provider of cyber security and application delivery solutions ensuring optimal service levels for applications in virtual, cloud, and software-defined data centers, today announced it has been positioned in the Leaders Quadrant for its Application Delivery Controllers in the
Mitsubishi Electric to Supply Railway Systems for TfNSW
September 5, 2016
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO:6503) announced today that RailConnect NSW (RailConnect), an unincorporated joint venture formed by Mitsubishi Electric’s wholly-owned subsidiary Mitsubishi Electric Australia, Hyundai Rotem and UGL Limited, has been awarded a contract by Transport for New South Wales (TfNSW) for
Celanese Announces Ateva® EVA Polymers Price Increase
September 2, 2016
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Celanese Corporation (NYSE: CE), a global technology and specialty materials company, will increase list and off-list selling prices for Ateva® EVA polymers. The price increase below will be effective immediately, or as contracts allow.       Product North and South America        
Samsung Establishes US Product Exchange Program for the Galaxy Note7
September 2, 2016
RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Samsung Electronics America, Inc. today announced the immediate availability of the U.S. Product Exchange Program for Galaxy Note7 owners. This program was launched in response to the recent announcement regarding isolated battery cell issues with the Galaxy Note7 device. While there have been only a small
Elizabeth Tierney named Marketing Project Manager at Atwell
September 2, 2016
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Consulting, engineering and construction services firm Atwell, LLC has named Elizabeth (Liz) Tierney Marketing Project Manager for the firm’s Real Estate and Land Development, and Industrial and Manufacturing market sectors. Based in Southfield, Michigan, she will partner with assigned industry / market
Table Tennis Equipment Market Will Witness the Dominance of the Racket Segment with Around 59%
September 2, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--According to the latest market study released by Technavio, the global table tennis equipment market is expected to reach USD 649.6 million by 2020, growing at a CAGR of more than 2%. This research report titled ‘Global Table Tennis Equipment Market 2016-2020’ provides an in-depth analysis of the market in terms
Promolding Expands Service Offering with New 3D Printed Injection Molding Division Using Stratasys
September 2, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS & REHOVOT, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS), the 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions company, today announced that Promolding – a Dutch specialist in global design, engineering and manufacturing of high-tech plastic parts and components – has expanded its operations with the introduction
ACI Statement on FDA Consumer Rule on Antibacterial Soaps
September 2, 2016
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) released the following statement in response to a final rule issued by the Food and Drug Administration concerning consumer antibacterial soaps and washes: “Consumer antibacterial soaps and washes continue to be safe and effective products for millions of people every single
Top 4 Drivers Leading to the Growth of the RF IC Market During 2016-2020: Technavio
September 2, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio analysts forecast the global radio frequency (RF) IC market to grow at a CAGR of nearly 12% during the forecast period, according to their latest report. The research study covers the present scenario and growth prospects of the global RF IC market for 2016-2020. To calculate the market size, the report considers
Adaptive Reuse Award Presented to ERDMAN for Innovative Urban Clinic Project
September 2, 2016
MADISON, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Healthcare Facilities Symposium and Expo recently presented ERDMAN a Symposium Distinction Award in the Adaptive Reuse category. Each year the Symposium recognizes a project demonstrating exceptional creativity in successfully renovating and repurposing an existing space. This year’s award recognizes
Materion Receives Nadcap Merit Status for Heat Treatment and Tensile and Hardness Testing
September 2, 2016
MAYFIELD HEIGHTS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Materion Corporation (NYSE: MTRN), an advanced materials solutions provider, has earned Nadcap Merit Status from the Performance Review Institute (PRI) for its Lorain, Ohio plant, specifically for heat treatment and tensile and hardness testing. Holding a Nadcap accreditation is important, and in many cases
Shelby American’s 2017 Shelby GTE Delivers High Performance Excitement for Enthusiasts at
September 2, 2016
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Leveraging more than 50 years of passion and performance, Shelby American, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc. (OTC Pink:CSBI), today unveiled the all-new 2017 Shelby GTE (for Enhancement) during Mustang Club of America’s celebration at the famous Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
TCL to Bring State-of-the-Art LCD Display Technologies to IFA 2016
September 2, 2016
BERLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TCL Corporation (SZSE: 000100), a leading manufacturer of consumer electronics and provider of Internet application services, will exhibit its 8K UHD Curved TV and a full range of other latest TVs and technologies at Booth 102 - Hall 21 of the 56th Internationale Funkausstellung (IFA) in Berlin from September 2nd to 7th,
INSERTING and REPLACING Ferro Announces Organizational Changes to Facilitate Growth
September 2, 2016
CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Insert after the quote in the fourth paragraph, first sentence: said Peter T. Thomas, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Ferro. The corrected release reads: FERRO ANNOUNCES ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGES TO FACILITATE GROWTH Ferro Corporation (NYSE: FOE) today announced corporate appointments and management
Amcor Rigid Plastics Agrees to Acquire Assets of Sonoco’s Global Plastics Blow Molding Business in
September 2, 2016
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Amcor Rigid Plastics has entered into an agreement to acquire the assets of Sonoco’s Global Plastic blow molding business in North America. Sonoco manufactures custom rigid plastic bottles, jars, overcaps and closures for the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, health and beauty, and personal care markets in
Ascend Performance Materials Announces Global Price Increase for All Vydyne® Brand Polymers,
September 2, 2016
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ascend Performance Materials announced today a global price increase for all of its Vydyne® branded polymers, compounds and fibers. The price increase is the result of rising raw material costs that are currently affecting Ascend’s business, according to Scott Rook, Ascend’s Vice President of Nylon
Accuride Completes Sale of Brillion Iron Works
September 2, 2016
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Accuride Corporation (NYSE:ACW) (“Accuride”) – a leading supplier of components to the North American and European commercial vehicle industries – announced that it has sold its Brillion Iron Works (“Brillion”) subsidiary to a subsidiary of Metaldyne Performance Group Inc.
Accuride Corporation Reaches Agreement to be Acquired by Crestview Partners
September 2, 2016
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Accuride Corporation (NYSE: ACW) – a leading supplier of components to the North American and European commercial vehicle industries – today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by funds managed by Crestview Partners, a leading New York based private equity firm, for
Drone USA, Inc. Expects That New Regulations Will Significantly Increase the Commercial Drone Market
September 2, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Drone USA, Inc. (OTC Markets: DRUS) (“Drone USA” or the “Company”), a developer and manufacturer of low altitude Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (“UAV”) and related technologies, today announced that Small UAS Rule, a new regulation that was passed by the Federal Aviation Administration
Smithers Viscient Names Steve Dean Managing Director for Europe
September 2, 2016
HARROGATE, England--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Smithers Viscient, a global contract research organization (CRO), today announced the appointment of Dr. Steve Dean to the position of Managing Director. Dean joins Smithers as a highly experienced business and science leader with over 25 years spent within contract research organisations (CROs) including WIL
Fireworks of innovations and debuts at InnoTrans 2016
September 2, 2016
BERLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--From 20 to 23 September exhibitors at InnoTrans 2016 will be putting on a spectacular display of debuts, innovations and evolutionary developments on the Berlin Exhibition Grounds. Two weeks before the start of the trade fair 114 exhibitors have already announced 131 products that will be making their first appearance on
Willdan Group to Participate in D. A. Davidson & Co. 15th Annual Engineering & Construction
September 2, 2016
ANAHEIM, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Willdan Group, Inc. (“Willdan”) (NASDAQ: WLDN), a provider of professional technical and consulting services, today announced that it will participate in the D. A. Davidson & Co. 15th Annual Engineering & Construction Conference in San Francisco on September 8, 2016. During the conference,
GMS Strengthens Southeast Presence with Acquisition of Florida Drywall Distributor
September 2, 2016
TUCKER, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GMS Inc. (NYSE:GMS), a leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard and suspended ceiling systems, announced today its acquisition of Olympia Building Supplies, LLC (“Olympia”). Olympia is a leading supplier of wallboard and related construction products including steel studs, joint compound,
ON Semiconductor Extends Tender Offer to Acquire Fairchild Semiconductor
September 2, 2016
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ON Semiconductor Corporation (Nasdaq: ON) (“ON Semiconductor”) announced that it has extended its previously announced tender offer to purchase all of the outstanding shares of common stock of Fairchild Semiconductor International Inc. (Nasdaq: FCS) (“Fairchild”) for $20.00 per share in cash (the
Smithers Viscient Names New Study Director, Bolsters Bee Testing Capabilities
September 2, 2016
HARROGATE, England--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Smithers Viscient, a global contract research organization (CRO), today announced the appointment of Aline Fauser, Ph.D. as Study Director. Fauser is an accomplished ecotoxicology study director with specialty expertise in chronic, acute, field and semi-field studies involving both apis and non-apis bees. Her
Joint Venture Established for the Automotive Inverter Business
September 2, 2016
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TDK Corporation (“TDK”, TOKYO:6762, Representative Director and President: Shigenao Ishiguro) and Toshiba Corporation (“Toshiba”, TOKYO:6502, Representative Executive Officer, President and CEO: Satoshi Tsunakawa) have agreed to establish a joint venture (“JV”), TDK Automotive Technologies
Video: Ford Mentors Students from College Race Teams and Offers Opportunities for Real-World Testing
September 2, 2016
DEARBORN, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--For months, college engineering students with a passion for motorsports breathe, eat and live race car aerodynamics – tuning, testing and tweaking their cars to ensure their team has the lightest, fastest machine on the track. Since 2004, hundreds of students on Ford-sponsored teams in Formula SAE, Solar Car,
IMTS Preview: Lapp's New Cable and Cable Gland
September 2, 2016
The Lapp Group will debut its new SKINTOP Hygienic stainless steel cable gland and ÖLFLEX® VFD 2XL symmetrical motor and drive cable at this year’s IMTS show. 
Worldwide Large Format Printer Shipments Show Modest Strength in the Second Quarter of 2016,
September 1, 2016
FRAMINGHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Large Format Printer Tracker found that worldwide large format printer (LFP) shipments grew 3.9% year over year in the second quarter of 2016 (2Q16) while hardware revenue grew by more than 7%. "On a worldwide basis the second quarter is often the
Celanese Announces MIBK and MIBC Price Increases
September 1, 2016
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Celanese Corporation (NYSE: CE), a global technology and specialty materials company, will increase list and off-list selling prices for MIBK and MIBC. The price increases below will be effective September 12, 2016, or as contracts allow.       Product North and South America        
HanesBrands Donates Apparel to Flood Victims in Louisiana
September 1, 2016
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HanesBrands (NYSE: HBI), a leading global marketer of everyday basic apparel under world-class brands, announced the company is donating more than 23,000 items of clothing to residents affected by devastating flooding in Louisiana. HanesBrands is partnering with Fashion Delivers, a New York based charity, to
Wrangler® Inspires Consumers to Embrace Life’s Everyday Adventures in New Ad Campaign
September 1, 2016
GREENSBORO, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wrangler®, a global leader in jeanswear and casual apparel, is making a shift to more emotionally-based lifestyle marketing this fall. The 70-year-old North Carolina brand will focus its national TV advertising on how Wrangler’s unique emotional benefits help consumers celebrate the big and small moments
ACCO Engineered Systems and All Area Plumbing Join Forces in the Southern California Construction
September 1, 2016
GLENDALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ACCO Engineered Systems announced today that it will join forces with All Area Plumbing, a premier regional design build plumbing contractor serving Southern California. Adding the proven capability of All Area Plumbing, ACCO strengthens its position as the largest mechanical contractor in the Western United
Aspen Technology to Present at the Deutsche Bank Technology Conference
September 1, 2016
BEDFORD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aspen Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: AZPN), a leading provider of software and services to the process industries, today announced that Antonio Pietri, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Karl Johnsen, Chief Financial Officer, will present at the Deutsche Bank Technology Conference at the Encore at Wynn in Las
Nordson Corporation Acquisition of LinkTech Quick Couplings, Inc. Broadens Fluid Management Product
September 1, 2016
WESTLAKE, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nordson Corporation (Nasdaq: NDSN) is broadening its fluid management product offering for medical and select non-medical applications with the acquisition of LinkTech Quick Couplings, Inc., a Ventura, California designer, manufacturer and distributor of highly engineered precision couplings and fittings. The
Alcoa Inc. and Alumina Limited Announce Amendments to AWAC Joint Venture
September 1, 2016
NEW YORK & MELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Inc. (NYSE:AA) (“Alcoa”) and Alumina Limited (ASX:AWC) (“Alumina”) today announced that they have agreed to make certain changes to the Alcoa World Alumina and Chemicals (“AWAC”) joint venture that will enhance value for Alcoa, Alumina, and their
Tennant Company Expands in Mexico; Acquires Dofesa, a Long-Time Mexico Distributor of Tennant
September 1, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tennant Company (NYSE: TNC), a world leader in designing, manufacturing and marketing solutions that help create a cleaner, safer world, today announced that it has acquired the assets of Dofesa Barrido Mecanizado (“Dofesa”), Tennant Company’s largest and long-time Mexico distributor, based in
Ryder to Address RBC Capital Markets Global Industrials Conference
September 1, 2016
MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Robert Sanchez will present a company update at the 2016 RBC Capital Markets Global Industrials Conference. Who:   Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and CEO Robert Sanchez   What: RBC Capital Markets Global Industrials Conference   Where: Mandarin
Blue Bird Corporation Special Committee Finds American Securities LLC Proposal Inadequate
September 1, 2016
FORT VALLEY, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Blue Bird Corporation (Nasdaq: BLBD) (the “Company”), the leading independent designer and manufacturer of school buses, announced today that the special committee of its board of directors (the “Special Committee”) has rejected the July 20, 2016 proposal from American Securities LLC
SpaceX Update on Anomaly
September 1, 2016
CAPE CANAVERAL AIR FORCE STATION, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--At approximately 9:07 am ET, during a standard pre-launch static fire test for the AMOS-6 mission, there was an anomaly at SpaceX’s Cape Canaveral Space Launch Complex 40 resulting in loss of the vehicle. The anomaly occurred during propellant loading of the first and second stages. Per
Northern Jet Management Sets World Speed Record from Grand Rapids to Naples
September 1, 2016
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Northern Jet Management, one of the nation’s largest Learjet operators recognized nationally for its safety record, has set a world speed record from Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Naples, Florida, in a Bombardier Learjet 45XR aircraft. The speed over the recognized course was 492.50 mph. Northern Jet
Worldwide Shipments in the Production Printer Market Maintain Their Growth Streak, Increasing 10.0%
September 1, 2016
FRAMINGHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The worldwide production printer market maintained its growth streak in the second quarter of 2016 (2Q16), recording a 10.0% increase in shipments year over year. Unit shipment value also increased 3.4% to more than $1.1 billion in the same time period, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC)
Friedman Industries, Incorporated Announces Cash Dividend
September 1, 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 September 1, 2016, a cash dividend of $0.01 per share on the Common Stock of the Company. The Company will pay the
Ohio Environmental Protection Agency Honors PPG Manufacturing Facility in Delaware, Ohio
September 1, 2016
DELAWARE, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PPG (NYSE: PPG) today announced that its coatings and resins manufacturing facility in Delaware, Ohio, has earned a Gold Level Encouraging Environmental Excellence (E3) Award from the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. The Gold Level E3 Awards recognize an organization’s exceptional achievements in, and
ATI to Speak at Gabelli & Company’s 22nd Annual Aircraft Supplier & Connectivity
September 1, 2016
PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Allegheny Technologies Incorporated (NYSE: ATI) announced that Pat DeCourcy, Senior Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer, will speak at Gabelli & Company’s 22nd Annual Aircraft Supplier & Connectivity Conference in New York, NY on September 8, 2016. Mr. DeCourcy’s remarks and
Top 3 Trends Impacting the Pumps Market in India Through 2020: Technavio
September 1, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio’s latest report on the pumps market in India 2016-2020 provides an analysis on the most important trends expected to impact the market outlook from 2016-2020. Technavio defines an emerging trend as a factor that has the potential to significantly impact the market and contribute to its growth or decline.
Acosta Appoints Steve Matthesen as President and CEO
September 1, 2016
JACKSONVILLE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Acosta, a full-service sales and marketing agency in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, announced today that it has appointed Steve Matthesen as President and Chief Executive Officer. Matthesen, with more than 20 years of experience in consumer data, analytics, business strategy and operations, joins
Axalta Employees’ Back-to-School Drive Helps Thousands of Philadelphia-area Students
September 1, 2016
GLEN MILLS, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--With thousands of children on their way back to school, many without basic tools such as pens, pencils and notebooks, employees of Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, organized a school supply drive at Axalta’s North American headquarters in Glen
Ascend Performance Materials Announces Price Increase for Intermediate Materials
September 1, 2016
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ascend Performance Materials announced today a price increase for a number of its intermediate materials, including acrylonitrile, hexamethylene diamine, adiponitrile and adipic acid. The price increase is due to the rise in raw material costs that are currently affecting Ascend’s business, according to John