Saturday, October 20, 2018
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West Park Mayor, Community Members Join HGreg.com Leadership at Broward Dealership Grand Opening
March 19, 2018
WEST PARK, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Redefining the car buying experience warrants a good party – and that’s what members of the West Park and Broward communities got today at the grand opening celebration of HGreg.com Broward. Opened on February 14, 2018, at 3801 S State Road 7, the grand opening celebration featured a live jazz band, a
Textron to Release First Quarter Results on April 18, 2018
March 19, 2018
PROVIDENCE, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) will release its first quarter 2018 financial results on Wednesday morning, April 18, 2018. Textron will also host a conference call at 8:00 a.m. (Eastern) to discuss the results and the company’s outlook. The call will be available via webcast at www.textron.com or by direct dial at
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. Awarded $10.1 Million Multi-Year Contract from Major Network
March 19, 2018
MELVILLE, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 19, 2018-- Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (Nasdaq:CMTL) announced today that during its third quarter of fiscal 2018, its Enterprise Technologies group, which is part of Comtech’s Commercial Solutions segment, has been awarded a $10.1 million multi-year contract from a major U.S. mobile network
JOANN Helps Businesses, Organizations and Entrepreneurs Think Big, Create More with Launch of JOANN+
March 19, 2018
HUDSON, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--For some, crafting is an occasional project or casual hobby; for others, it’s a way of life. To serve those constant creators, the nation’s 75-year-old craft retailer has introduced JOANN+, a program for all who think big, and create more. The launch marks a new opportunity for businesses, organizations
Hudson Technologies Files Universal Shelf Registration Statement
March 19, 2018
PEARL RIVER, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hudson Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: HDSN; “Hudson” or the “Company”), today announced that it has filed a universal shelf registration statement for its securities on Form S-3 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). When the shelf registration is declared effective by the SEC,
Auto Dealership Transactions Stay Above 200, as Consolidation Continues and Sellers Fast-Track
March 19, 2018
IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The auto dealership Buy/Sell market surpassed 200 transactions for the fourth consecutive year in 2017, according to The Blue Sky Report’s® Full Year Report released by Kerrigan Advisors. Factors driving market activity, says The Blue Sky Report, include dealership consolidation, profitability, and the
DAE Delivers First of Three New A320s to Spring Airlines
March 19, 2018
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd. has announced that its leasing division, DAE Capital has delivered a new Airbus A320-200 aircraft to existing customer, Spring Airlines. The delivery took place at the Airbus delivery centre in Hamburg, Germany. This delivery is the first of three new A320-200
Xerium Technologies Announces Review of Strategic Alternatives to Maximize Shareholder Value
March 19, 2018
YOUNGSVILLE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Xerium Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: XRM), a leading manufacturer and supplier of machine clothing and roll covers for the paper and packaging industry, announced today that its Board of Directors has initiated a review of strategic alternatives to maximize shareholder value. Alternatives could include a sale of the
Jorge Gomar Joins Korn Ferry as Senior Client Partner
March 19, 2018
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) today announced that Jorge Gomar has joined the firm as a senior client partner in the Global Industrial Market practice. He will be based in the Dallas office. Mr. Gomar joins Korn Ferry from a leading global executive search firm, where his talent advisory experience spanned chemicals,
ADAO Strongly Opposes the So-Called “PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act” (S. 2564)
March 19, 2018
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO), an independent nonprofit dedicating to ending asbestos exposure through education, advocacy, and community work; strongly opposes the “PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act” (S. 2564). Authored by Senators Tom Tillis (R-NC), John Cornyn
Cintas Corporation Selected as Inaugural Recipient of Evoqua Water Sustainability Award
March 19, 2018
NEW YORK & PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Evoqua Water Technologies (NYSE: AQUA) today named Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS) the inaugural recipient of the Evoqua Water Sustainability Award, recognizing excellence in water stewardship. Cintas saves up to 599 million gallons of water per year through its companywide system. Of note, Cintas
Origami Risk Receives Growth Investment from Spectrum Equity
March 19, 2018
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Origami Risk, the industry leading risk and insurance Software as a Service (SaaS) technology firm, announced today that it has received an investment from Spectrum Equity, a leading growth equity firm. Representing a minority position, this is the first institutional capital in the company, which will facilitate access to
B&W Commences Rights Offering
March 19, 2018
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises, Inc. (the “Company”) (NYSE:BW) announced today that it commenced a rights offering (“Rights Offering”) originally announced on March 1, 2018. Pursuant to the Rights Offering, the Company is distributing to holders of the Company’s common shares
UK Students Thrust Magnesium Back into Spotlight
March 19, 2018
At 1.8 g/cm³, magnesium is the lightest of all structural materials. It also is the eighth most abundant chemical element in the earth’s crust and is completely recyclable. Students in Birmingham, UK, are being challenged to showcase the potential uses of magnesium within the aerospace sector as part of a competition sponsored by
PQ Group Holdings Realigns Leadership Roles for Two Executives
March 19, 2018
MALVERN, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PQ Group Holdings Inc. (NYSE:PQG) (“PQ” or the “Company”), a leading, highly diversified global provider of specialty catalysts, specialty materials and chemicals, and services, today announced a change of responsibilities for two members of its executive leadership team, effective April 1,
Westlake Chemical Announces Optional Redemption of $450 Million of Senior Notes
March 19, 2018
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Westlake Chemical Corporation (NYSE: WLK) (“Westlake”) today announced that notices of redemption have been delivered for the optional redemption of all of the outstanding Westlake 4.875% Senior Notes due 2023 ($433,793,000 aggregate principal amount) and all of the outstanding Axiall Corporation 4.875% Senior
Mazda and Partners Developing a New Battery
March 19, 2018
Mazda engineers have been working hard through their SKYACTIV Technology initiatives to develop vehicular systems and components that are so efficient that it is possible to achieve the kinds of fuel efficiency (and consequent reduced emissions) necessary to meet regulations without full electrification. In its latest undertaking, Mazda announced
GovSat-1 Satellite Goes Operational
March 19, 2018
LUXEMBOURG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GovSat-1 enters operational service today, to provide secure communications to governmental and institutional users. GovSat-1 is the first satellite of GovSat, a public private partnership between the Government of Luxembourg and the world-leading satellite operator SES. The satellite was launched into space on 31
Novel Flat Fiberglass Boasts Several Benefits for Thermoplastic Composites
March 19, 2018
Flat vs. round fiberglass allows higher fiber loading levels and better mechanical properties—including higher impact strength. Over the years, we have seen a continued evolution in fiberglass reinforcements for thermoplastics ranging from hollow glass spheres and chopped strand glass for high-temperature engineering resins to
External Position of Side-Mounted Cylinder Eases Maintenance
March 19, 2018
If the side-mounted cylinders from HRSflow require maintenance, the maintenance technician can easily repair them without disassembling the mold. New Product Post: 3/19/2018 Edited by Karen Cornelissen Managing Editor, Gardner Business Media HRSflow’s Side Mounted Cylinder. HRSflow developed a new solution for hydraulic and pneumatic
StateMonitor Software for TNCs Evaluates Processes Remotely
March 19, 2018
Heidenhain Corp.’s StateMonitor is for CNC manufacturing personnel who are implementing connected systems, is an option with Heidenhain TNC controls and connects with PC systems to view data and evaluate control processes remotely and in real-time. New Product Post: 3/19/2018 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production
CGTech to Feature Vericut at Smart Manufacturing Experience
March 19, 2018
At the Smart Manufacturing Experience from April 30 to May 2, 2018, in Boston, Massachussetts, CGTech will feature Vericut version 8.1 in booth 639. Vericut CNC machine simulation, verification and optimization software simulates all types of CNC machining, additive, and hybrid manufacturing processes. The software operates
Chicago Area Companies Give Students a "Tooling Start"
March 19, 2018
Moldmaking industry suppliers and shops support advanced manufacturing curricula in Chicago area high schools by donating products and scholarships. It is wonderful to be on the receiving end of press releases, emailed notes and photos about companies in our industry that are doing their part to support advanced manufacturing curricula in
External Position of Side-Mounted Cylinder Eases Maintenance
March 19, 2018
HRSflow developed a new solution for hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders that does not require cooling. HRSflow says that its side-mounted cylinder optimizes shutdown during the injection process, improving time and costs. Placed laterally and the border of the mold, the side-mounted cylinder uses the same lever and extension to move the pin as
Drying 4.0 with Dri-Air
March 18, 2018
Dri-Air's NPE2018 plans include the launch of an Industry 4.0 enabled line of dryers: Dryer 4.0.  New Product Post: 3/18/2018 Dri-Air’s Hopper Bank features hopper sizes that can range from 5 to 300 lb/hr capacity when mounted on a common frame.  Dri-Air’s HPDII portable dryers incorporate two hoppers with the dryer for
BitBox I/O Solution Isolates Noisy, High-Voltage Signals
March 18, 2018
BitFlow’s BitBox is a I/O device for machine vision which provides 36 inputs and 36 outputs in a compact, DIN-rail mounted form factor supporting TTL, LVDS, open collector, opto-isolated and 24V signaling and is controlled solely by a BitFlow frame grabber. New Product Post: 3/18/2018 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production
Tool Mover Improves Safety with Secure Movement of Heavy Molds
March 17, 2018
RUD Chain Inc. says that its RUD Tool-Mover moves heavy and sensitive dies, molds and tools safely and securely and therefore limits costs that damaged tools incur and improves safety for the operator. Article Post: 3/16/2018 Edited by Karen Cornelissen Managing Editor, Gardner Business Media Rud Chain Inc. tool mover.
Conformal Cooling Product Lines For Injection Molding And Blow Molding
March 17, 2018
Conformal cooling is a design approach for improving mold and die productivity that can save 10-50 percent or more on cycle time, in addition to quality benefits and improved tooling durability. New Product Post: 3/15/2018 HTS, Booth S23153, features its conformal cooling iTherm product lines for injection molding and blow molding in the
Micro-Welding Solutions Offer Affordability and Variety
March 17, 2018
Article Post: 3/12/2018 Edited by Karen Cornelissen Managing Editor, Gardner Business Media Gesswein Company presents new micro-welding solutions for mold and die repair. at the NPE 2018 show. Gesswein performs live demonstrations of Sisma Laser Welders and the new PUK U5 Micro TIG Welder. Gesswein displays Sisma’s
A Benefit of Additive Manufacturing: No Tooling Is Required
March 17, 2018
Manufacturers need to understand the cost curves in regard to “conventional” manufacturing practices and those of additive manufacturing. Blog Post: 3/17/2018 Timothy W. Simpson Paul Morrow Professor of Engineering Design & Manufacturing, Pennsylvania State University You have probably seen the two cost curves comparing additive
GH-18-1 Tapping Arm is Efficient Way to Tap Holes
March 17, 2018
FlexArm Inc.’s FlexArm GH-18-1 tapping arm has a reach from 17”-72”, variable speed from 100-420 rpm, 360-degree movement, and a semi-automatic tap lubricator. Additionally, with a caster cart, power pack, tap stand and five tap holders, this hydraulic tool can be used wherever there is 110V available. 
Dryers Have Digital 'Twin'
March 17, 2018
Electronic twin of a physical machine measures and follows every behavior of the physical machine and every key component. New Product Post: 3/12/2018 With more than 20 sensors strategically placed throughout the dryer, the DigiTwin system from Novatec constantly measures component performances and can detect changes long before the machine control
Precision Mixing in Large Dimensions
March 17, 2018
Biggest-ever MTI mixer will be shipped to PVC pipe processor right after the show. New Product Post: 3/13/2018 Slated for delivery after NPE2018 to PVC processor North Pipe Products, this huge combination heating/cooling mixer from MTI can produce material at a rate of 16,600 lb/hr. The MTI Flex-line type M 2000/K 8000 from MTI Mischtechnik is
Novel ‘Stack Die’ Debuts at NPE2018
March 17, 2018
Modular blown film die can be expanded to accommodate up to 11 layers. New Product Post: 3/13/2018 Modular Mo-Con blown film die from Kuhne can be configured to run up to 11 layers. Germany’s Kuhne Anlagenbau GmbH will be showing at NPE2018 the Mo-Con, a new type of modular, expandable blown-film die. So-called stackable
Bottle-To-Bag Technology For Making Woven-Tape FIBCs From rPET
March 16, 2018
Starlinger is exhibiting an rPET FIBC at Booth W6885 along with a “smelling table” that highlights “smell-improved” regranulate. New Product Post: 3/15/2018 Starlinger presents its woven packaging for consumer goods from rPET flakes. At NPE2018, Starlinger set up a “smelling table” with smelling
New Technology Focuses On Higher Quality In Plastics Recycling
March 16, 2018
Erema’s Intarema T 1108 is live at Booth W1249, processing clean LDPE production waste direct and without pre-shredding to make high-quality regrind. New Product Post: 3/15/2018 Clean LDPE film waste is processing live at the Erema booth W1249 on an Intarema T 1108 to make high-grade scrap. Erema North America, Booth W1249, is
NGR Presents P:REACT Processing System With NGR Connect For rPET
March 16, 2018
The Liquid State Polycondensation (LSP) of scrap PET in the P:REACT machine cleans the melt of harmful contamination while still offering process stability. New Product Post: 3/14/2018 LSP (Liquid State Polycondensation) realized on P:REACT. (Image credit: NGR).  Next Generation Recyclingmaschinen GmbH (NGR), Booth W7263, is showcasing the
Mas To Showcase New Design For Continuous Melt Filtration
March 16, 2018
The MAS developed and patented CDF removes efficient and continuous wood, paper, non-melting foreign plastics, rubber, aluminum and similar contaminants from the melt stream. New Product Post: 3/14/2018 The Mas CDF-D 500 for continuous melt filtration features a new machine design.  Mas, Booth S15059, brings its CDF (continuous
New Granulators Can Tackle Large Injection or Blow Molded Scrap
March 16, 2018
Cumberland is showing its T50 Series Granulators and versatile FRV & Edge Trim FRE Series feedroll system. New Product Post: 3/15/2018 Cumberland’s T50 Series Granulator boasts an efficient Twin Shear design that reportedly reduces energy consumption and the overall cost per pound of output. The Versatile FRV & Edge Trim FRE Series
New Granulator Product Line From Conair
March 16, 2018
Seven different models are on display at the show, in configurations for injection molding, blow molding, and both pipe/profile and film/sheet extrusion. New Product Post: 3/15/2018 The new 12 Series granulators are part of an entirely new portfolio of granulators from Conair Group. Conair, Booth S14045, W1845, launches a new portfolio of
Wide Range of Products for Extrusion, Compounding
March 16, 2018
Maag Americas is showcasing a variety products for extrusion processors and compounders, including: extrex x6 class Gear Pump: This new and reportedly unique melt pump design delivers the needed volumetric efficiency at the highest counter pressures and with the lowest amount of shear stress. This results in a reliable and gentle
Pellet Dryer Reduces Cost of Wear From Abrasive Compounds
March 16, 2018
A new-design pellet dryer for use with Nordson Corp.’s BKG pelletizing systems reportedly meets the challenge posed by the steady growth in use of glass-filled and other abrasive materials by substantially reducing the time and cost associated with replacing “wear” parts. The design reduces the number, complexity, and
Conformal Cooling Product Lines For Injection Molding And Blow Molding
March 16, 2018
Conformal cooling is a design approach for improving mold and die productivity that can save 10-50 percent or more on cycle time, in addition to quality benefits and improved tooling durability. New Product Post: 3/15/2018 HTS, Booth S23153, features its conformal cooling iTherm product lines for injection molding and blow molding in the
Wide Range of Products for Extrusion, Compounding
March 16, 2018
Maag Americas is showcasing a variety products for extrusion processors and compounders, including: extrex x6 class Gear Pump: This new and reportedly unique melt pump design delivers the needed volumetric efficiency at the highest counter pressures and with the lowest amount of shear stress. This results in a reliable and gentle
Redesigned Multi-Layer Die for Precise Tubing
March 16, 2018
New Guill die can produce tubing from 1/1-6 in. OD for a range of applications. New Product Post: 3/13/2018 Redesigned die from Guill can produce two- to- six-layer tubing for automotive, medical, and other end uses from fluoropolymers and a range of other materials. Guill Tool & Engineering’s latest generation of its Series 800
Conformal Cooling Product Lines For Injection Molding And Blow Molding
March 16, 2018
Conformal cooling is a design approach for improving mold and die productivity that can save 10-50 percent or more on cycle time, in addition to quality benefits and improved tooling durability. New Product Post: 3/15/2018 HTS, Booth S23153, features its conformal cooling iTherm product lines for injection molding and blow molding in the
Bemis Company Announces Agreement with Starboard
March 16, 2018
NEENAH, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bemis Company, Inc. (NYSE: BMS) (“Bemis” or “the Company”) today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Starboard Value LP (“Starboard”), which currently owns approximately 3.3% of the Company’s outstanding shares, pursuant to which its Board of Directors has
Alpha Space Names Leader in Space Commercialization as New President and CEO
March 16, 2018
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alpha Space Test and Research Alliance, LLC (Alpha Space), a commercial space and advanced technology company offering environmental exposure testing in space, has named Mark Gittleman as its new president and chief operating officer. “Alpha Space has successfully built and integrated the MISSE platform to conduct
Vecoplan Unveils New VTH 65 Grinder At NPE
March 16, 2018
The VTH 65 handles production waste such as sheet extrusion strips, profiles, molding scrap and pipe. New Product Post: 3/15/2018 The VTH 65 is engineered for the single stage size reduction of lineal plastic scrap. Vecoplan LLC introduces its new VTH 65 Grinder at Booth W6283. The VTH 65 is engineered for the single stage size reduction of
Conical Twin for Shear-Sensitive PET, PLA
March 16, 2018
Machine runs at low screw speed and high throughputs and can be furnished with a ‘no dry’ option. New Product Post: 3/14/2018 eFACTOR3 is displaying a MAS conical twin suited for processing shear-sensitive materials, including all types of PET. eFACTOR3 is showing a MAS brand conical twin-screw corotating extruder that is says