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The Power of the GE Store with Alstom-Engineered Technology: Tunisia Prepares for 2016 Summer Demand
February 24, 2016
SCHENECTADY, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--When you’re talking about the time between ordering equipment for a simple-cycle power plant and flipping the switch for power, seven months is a blink. It’s also the fast-track schedule for the Bouchemma power plant in Tunisia, where GE (NYSE: GE) will provide the turnkey project to Tunisian
Aldec to Unveil HES-7 High-speed AXI Transmission Channel at DVCon 2016
February 24, 2016
HENDERSON, Nev.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aldec, Inc., a pioneer in mixed HDL language simulation and hardware-assisted verification solutions for system and ASIC designs, today announces the latest release of its software utility package for HES-7™ high speed prototyping boards, HES7.ASIC.Proto2016.01. This release provides HES-7 users with a fast,
Ferro Reports Significantly Higher Adjusted EPS from Continuing Operations for Fourth Quarter and
February 24, 2016
CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ferro Corporation (NYSE: FOE, the “Company”) today reported results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2015. The results for the fourth-quarter and full-year 2015 include the impact of releasing valuation allowances on certain deferred tax assets, which were originally provided for in
Fleetmatics Reports Strong Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2015 Financial Results
February 24, 2016
DUBLIN, Ireland & BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fleetmatics Group PLC (NYSE: FLTX), a leading global provider of mobile workforce solutions for service-based businesses of all sizes delivered as software-as-a-service (SaaS), today announced financial results for its fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2015. “We are delighted to be
TrueCar Finds February Auto Sales Poised to Leap Year over Year
February 24, 2016
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TrueCar, Inc. (NASDAQ: TRUE) projects total new vehicle sales, including fleet deliveries, will reach 1,340,160 units in February, up 6.6 percent from a year ago to the highest volume for the month since 2001. That level of growth would push the month’s seasonally adjusted annualized rate (SAAR) for
Teledyne to Hold Investor Meetings
February 24, 2016
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY) today announced that Jason VanWees, Senior Vice President, Strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions, will be holding investor meetings on Thursday, February 25, in Chicago, Ill. Teledyne Technologies’ latest investor presentation is publicly available on the
Global Supply Chain Optimization Hampered by Poor Data and Lack of Focus on Strategic Collaboration
February 24, 2016
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today LLamasoft, the global leader of supply chain design software solutions, shares results of a recent poll showing that the majority (60 percent) of supply chain managers say their organization is too focused on internal, tactical concerns to be able to collaborate effectively with external partners, at a time
Strong Global Demand for Petrochemicals Fuels Optimism, Says Chevron Phillips Chemical’s EVP at
February 24, 2016
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Operating within the challenge and uncertainty of the current energy environment, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP’s Executive Vice President Mark Lashier outlines the company’s growth strategy at IHS CERAWeek in Houston, Texas. During a panel discussion, Lashier said, “We have an enthusiastic
Alesta Powder Coatings from Axalta Coating Systems Attain Fire Safety Approval from the European
February 24, 2016
WUPPERTAL, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Axalta Coating Systems, a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, has received the European Fire and Smoke certification – EN 45-545 – from the European Railway Agency (ERA) for its entire Alesta range of powder coatings. This new European standard, which will completely replace
Textron Declares Quarterly Dividend
February 24, 2016
PROVIDENCE, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.02 per share on the company’s Common Stock. All dividends will be paid on April 1, 2016 to shareholders of record as of March 11, 2016. About Textron Inc. Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its
AdvancePierre™ Foods Appoints Celeste Clark to Board of Directors
February 24, 2016
CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AdvancePierre Foods (APF) has announced the appointment of Celeste A. Clark, Ph.D., to its board of directors. The recently retired Senior Vice President of Global Public Policy and External Relations for Kellogg Company, Dr. Clark brings to the APF board expertise in global communications, nutrition science, regulatory
Vertellus Introduces FreshstatTM for Personal Care Product Formulators
February 24, 2016
INDIANAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vertellus, a global manufacturer of fine and specialty chemicals, is introducing FreshstatTM, a CPC-based (INCI: Cetylpyridinium Chloride) preservative and deodorizing agent that offers formulators proven efficacy at very low concentrations. FreshstatTM is an odorless, colorless liquid that provides manufacturers of
Ford Reaffirms Commitment to Corporate Responsibility in Its Supply Chain, Becoming First Automaker
February 24, 2016
DEARBORN, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ford Motor Company is proud to be the first automaker to join the Electronic Industry Citizenship Coalition – a nonprofit group of leading electronics companies dedicated to improving the social, environmental and ethical conditions of their global supply chains. Joining the coalition strengthens Ford’s
Larson Electronics Releases 90 Watt Portable Magnetically Mounted LED Work Light
February 24, 2016
KEMP, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Larson Electronics, a leading manufacturer and supplier of explosion proof lighting, has announced the release of a magnetically mounted 90 watt portable LED work light with daisy chain connections. The WAL-M-LEDHL-900-ILC-25 magnetically mounted LED work light offers high light output from a compact form factor and is
Plattform Industrie 4.0 and Industrial Internet Consortium Announce Their Joint Interests and
February 24, 2016
BERLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--We invite you to attend a press conference announcing an important cooperative initiative within the Industrial Internet.         Who:     Representatives of Plattform Industrie 4.0 and the Industrial Internet Consortium What:     Announcing joint interest and activities in a live
Annual General Meeting of Beijer Alma AB (publ)
February 24, 2016
UPPSALA, Sweden--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: The shareholders of Beijer Alma AB (publ) (556229-7480) are hereby invited to attend the Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, April 5, 2016, at 6:00 p.m. in the Main Hall (Stora Salen) of the Uppsala Concert and Conference Hall (Uppsala Konsert & Kongress), Vaksala torg 1, Uppsala,
Delta Galil Reports 2015 Results
February 24, 2016
TEL AVIV, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Delta Galil Industries, Ltd. (DELT/Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, DELTY.PK/OTCQX), the global manufacturer and marketer of branded and private label apparel products for men, ladies, kids, as well as leisurewear and Active wear, today reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31,
Michigan Seamless Tube Announces Retirement of Vice President of Operations Les Whitver
February 24, 2016
SOUTH LYON, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Michigan Seamless Tube, LLC (“MST” or the “Company”), a leading manufacturer of high-quality carbon and alloy seamless cold-drawn tube and pipe, today announced that Les H. Whitver, 73, will retire from his role as Vice President of Operations, effective March 31, 2016. To ensure a smooth
CH2M Names Shelie Gustafson Chief Human Resources Officer
February 24, 2016
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CH2M announced the appointment of Shelie Gustafson, 51, to the position of chief human resources officer to lead the company’s global human resources organization. CH2M employs approximately 25,000 employees in 50+ countries. CH2M Chairman and CEO Jacqueline Hinman said, “This role is critical to the future
Universal Robots: Denmark's Largest Robot Manufacturer Delivers 91% Growth in Revenue
February 24, 2016
ODENSE, Denmark--(BUSINESS WIRE)--It created quite a stir when American Teradyne paid more than USD 285 million for all the shares in the Odense-based company Universal Robots in the spring of 2015. The price of the company with 150 employees in Denmark reflected the expectations of significant growth rates in the robot industry; particularly, in
FARO Technologies Selects Lecorpio Patent Management Solution to Dramatically Reduce Costs and
February 24, 2016
FREMONT, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lecorpio, the leader in intellectual property (IP) management and analytics software solutions, announced today that 3D measurement technology provider FARO Technologies, Inc. has selected Lecorpio’s solution for IP management. Deployment of Lecorpio’s cloud-based solution stands to completely transform
New Laser Achieves Wavelength Long Sought by Laser Developers
February 24, 2016
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Researchers at the University of Bath, United Kingdom have created a new kind of laser capable of pulsed and continuous mid-infrared (IR) emission between 3.1 and 3.2 microns, a spectral range that has long presented a major challenge for laser developers. The achievement could aid in the development of new uses for
SoraaLaser Introduces Laser Light Source Technology for Specialty Lighting
February 24, 2016
GOLETA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SoraaLaser, a world leader in commercialization of visible laser light sources, will present its innovative light source technology at Strategies in Light conference, March 1-3, in Santa Clara, CA. These advanced light sources feature unique performance properties such as collimated output and waveguide delivery,
ZWSOFT Announces Further Cooperation With ODA on ZWCAD 2017
February 24, 2016
GUANGZHOU, China--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ZWSOFT, an innovative supplier of CAD solutions to the AEC and MCAD industries, has announced further cooperation with Open Design Alliance (ODA) – a non-profit organization that provides its members with a best-in-class engineering solutions development platform, so as to offer customers stronger
Volvo Group Purchasing Recognizes Donaldson Company with Aftermarket Excellence Award
February 24, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--For the second consecutive year, Donaldson Company Inc. (NYSE:DCI), a leading worldwide manufacturer of filtration systems and parts, has been awarded a Supplier Award for Aftermarket Excellence by Volvo Group Purchasing. The Volvo Group Purchasing Supplier Awards recognize high performing suppliers for their
Dow AgroSciences, Radiant Genomics Expand R&D Collaboration Focused on Natural Products for Crop
February 24, 2016
INDIANAPOLIS & EMERYVILLE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Novel natural products hold great potential for agriculture. Discovering natural product-inspired solutions and bringing them to market are goals of Dow AgroSciences, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company (NYSE: DOW), and Radiant Genomics who announced today an expansion of a
APR 14: X-STEM—a “TED-Style” Symposium with Science Visionaries for
February 24, 2016
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The X-STEM: Extreme STEM Symposium—presented by MedImmune, the global biologics research and development arm of AstraZeneca—kicks-off the 4th USA Science & Engineering Festival Expo, hosted by founding and presenting sponsor Lockheed Martin. Being held on April 14th at the Walter E. Washington Convention
Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s Survey of Economic Activity: Monthly Leasing and
February 24, 2016
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s (ELFA) Monthly Leasing and Finance Index (MLFI-25), which reports economic activity from 25 companies representing a cross section of the $1 trillion equipment finance sector, showed their overall new business volume for January was $6.0 billion, down 12 percent from
IDC Forecasts Worldwide Spending on Robotics to Reach $135 Billion in 2019 Driven by Strong Spending
February 24, 2016
FRAMINGHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--International Data Corporation (IDC) has identified robotics as one of six Innovation Accelerators that will drive digital transformation by opening new revenue streams and changing the way work is performed. In the new Worldwide Commercial Robotics Spending Guide, IDC forecasts global spending on robotics and
iBASEt Appraised at CMMI Level 3 for Product and Service Development
February 24, 2016
FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--iBASEt, a leading provider of software solutions for complex manufacturers, announced today that it has been appraised at Level 3 of the CMMI Institute’s Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI)® for Product and Service development. The appraisal was performed by Kevin Cotherman, and comes
Mattress Firm Announces Proposed Changes to Its Board of Directors
February 24, 2016
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mattress Firm Holding Corp. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ:MFRM), the nation's largest specialty mattress retailer, today announced that Chris Hadley and Anil Seetharam have been nominated for election to the Company’s Board of Directors at the Company’s 2016 annual meeting of stockholders, which is
American Society of Civil Engineers President Mark W. Woodson to Present Keynote at Gabelli Pump,
February 24, 2016
RYE, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Gabelli & Company is pleased to announce that Mark W. Woodson, P.E., L.S., D.WRE, F.ASCE, the 2016 American Society of Civil Engineers President, will deliver a keynote address on America’s critical infrastructure spending needs at its 26th Annual Pump, Valve & Water Systems Symposium on February 25 in New
Fluor Named to FORTUNE Magazine’s Most Admired Companies for Fifth Consecutive Year
February 24, 2016
IRVING, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fluor Corporation (NYSE: FLR) announced today that the company was named by FORTUNE magazine as the top-ranked engineering and construction company in its 2016 World’s Most Admired Companies list. For the fifth year in a row, Fluor earned the top designation among its peers in the engineering and construction
Anellotech Continues to Build Intellectual Property Portfolio
February 24, 2016
PEARL RIVER, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Anellotech, a sustainable technology company focused on producing cost-competitive renewable chemicals from non-food biomass, today announced that the Company has been granted U.S. Patent Number 9,249,080 that describes a catalytic process for converting non-food biomass into a wide range of intermediates for the
Fishman Corporation Releases the SmartDispenser® LC Fiber Optic Connector Benchtop Automation
February 24, 2016
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fishman Corporation (http://www.fishmancorp.com/), distributor of AirFree® fluid dispensers, has released its newest benchtop robot, the SmartDispenser® LC Fiber Optic Connector Benchtop Automation System. The SmartDispenser® LC Fiber Optic Connector Benchtop Automation System combines our
Alimak Group AB: Board Proposals of the Nomination Committee for the 2016 Annual General Meeting
February 24, 2016
STOCKHOLM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Alimak Group (STO:ALIG): The Nomination Committee proposes that the Board continue to be composed of six directors elected at the AGM, with no alternates, for the period until the next AGM. The Nomination Committee proposes re-election of Carl Johan Falkenberg, Anders Jonsson, Eva Lindqvist, Joakim
Photronics Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2016 Results
February 24, 2016
BROOKFIELD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Photronics, Inc. (NASDAQ:PLAB), a worldwide leader in supplying innovative imaging technology solutions for the global electronics industry, today reported financial results for fiscal 2016 first quarter ended January 31, 2016. First quarter sales were $130.0 million, up 5% compared with last year, and down 8%
Industry First Made-to-Measure Bullet Resistant Furniture Launched by Osdin Shield
February 24, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--UK based Osdin Shield (www.osdinshield.com), manufacturer of bespoke home furnishings, announces the launch of the first made to measure ballistic protection furniture. The products will utilise a unique barrier technology, integrated into the pieces without effecting design or function. Firearm attacks are becoming an
Superior Industries to Release Full Year and Fourth Quarter 2015 Financial Results and Host
February 24, 2016
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Superior Industries International, Inc. (NYSE:SUP), the largest manufacturer of aluminum wheels for passenger cars and light-duty vehicles in North America, today announced that it will release financial results for the full year and fourth quarter ended December 27th, 2015 on Monday, March 7th, 2016. A
ITT Showcases Rotorcraft Solutions at HAI HELI-EXPO 2016
February 24, 2016
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ITT Corporation’s (NYSE:ITT) Enidine brand will showcase its energy absorption and vibration isolation rotorcraft solutions at HAI HELI-EXPO 2016, March 1-3, in Louisville, KY. Enidine’s portfolio of rotorcraft solutions reduce noise and vibration, allowing for a more comfortable passenger ride and
Printec is Not Affiliated with GOT Interface (Galvin One Touch Interface)
February 24, 2016
FULLERTON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As of July 2015, Printec has severed its relationship with GOT Interface (Galvin One Touch Interface). GOT Interface was formerly a Printec East Coast sales representative, and was formerly authorized to operate under the name Printec USA concurrently with Printec’s fully owned West Coast facility in
Owens Corning to Acquire Synthetic Roofing Underlayment Manufacturer
February 24, 2016
TOLEDO, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) today announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire InterWrap, a leading manufacturer of roofing underlayment and packaging materials, for US$450 million. The transaction, which is subject to regulatory clearance, is anticipated to close in the first half of 2016. “The acquisition
MAFSI Releases Fourth Quarter 2015 Commercial Foodservice Business Barometer with Sales
February 24, 2016
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Manufacturers’ Agents Association for the Foodservice Industry (MAFSI) has released their Fourth Quarter 2015 Commercial Foodservice Business Barometer; a member-sourced report compiling intelligence from the leading sales and marketing agencies in the commercial foodservice industry across the United States and
Biopesticide Company Certis USA Hires Patrick Clark as Technical Marketing Manager
February 24, 2016
COLUMBIA, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Patrick L. Clark joins Certis USA as Technical Marketing Manager to guide, direct and manage biopesticide products through their product life cycles. Clark will escalate and advance new product adoptions while insuring that revenue targets and customer satisfaction are met for the company’s wide and diverse
InvenSense® Announces World’s First 6-Axis Mainboard OIS-Macro Sensor, Enabling Crisper Macro
February 24, 2016
SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--InvenSense, Inc., (NYSE: INVN), a leading provider of MEMS sensor platform solutions, announces a breakthrough mainboard optical image stabilization (OIS) solution with its ICG-20660L, a 6-axis (3-axis accelerometer + 3-axis gyroscope) integrated MEMS motion sensor optimized to support optical image stabilization,
Nearly 140 Wind Projects Awarded Turbine Contracts in the Second Half of 2015, According to Navigant
February 24, 2016
BOULDER, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A new report from Navigant Research tracks all publicly announced wind turbine orders, with data segmented by region, country, and vendor, between July and December 2015. In the second half of 2015, more than 12 gigawatts (GW) of capacity was awarded to wind turbine contracts for projects globally. Europe led all
SKF Strengthens Group Management
February 24, 2016
GOTHENBURG, Sweden--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SKF (STO:SKFB) (STO:SKFA) (Pink Sheets:SKFRY) (LSE:SKFB) In order to further increase management’s focus on driving organic sales growth and improving profitability, SKF today announces the following changes to its Group Management, all of which are effective immediately. There will be four areas
Barbadillo Uses Thinfilm’s NFC Technology to Secure and Authenticate Limited-Edition Bottles of
February 24, 2016
OSLO, Norway & CÁDIZ, Spain--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Thin Film Electronics ASA (“Thinfilm”) (OSE: THIN.OL; OTCQX: TFECY), a global leader in printed electronics and smart systems, today announced that Barbadillo, a leading Spanish winemaker, has unveiled a highly exclusive release of rare sherry in “smart bottles”
Social Journey-Sharing App Wins Ford Smart Mobility Game Challenge That Surfaces Fresh Ideas for
February 24, 2016
BARCELONA, Spain--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A new app that could make journeys more efficient, more sociable and help to alleviate congestion has been announced the winner of the Ford Smart Mobility Challenge. The creators of journey-sharing app Jaunt were today presented with the €10,000 top prize at Mobile World Congress, in Barcelona. Runner-up
Panasonic Broadcasts Total Eclipse Live Using Solar Energy from Its Power Supply Container
February 24, 2016
TERNATE, Indonesia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As Sumatra, Borneo and Sulawesi plunge into darkness during a rare total solar eclipse on the morning of March 9, 2016, Panasonic will deliver a live broadcast of the approximately 4-minute-long phenomenon from Ternate, an island in eastern Indonesia, using its Power Supply Container, a stand-alone photovoltaic