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New Turnout Gear Trim Made with 3M Scotchlite Helps Firefighters Move
April 13, 2016
ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As firefighters’ jobs have evolved, so has their need for high-performance gear that holds up to demanding service calls with extreme conditions. 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material — Series 5600 Fire Coat Comfort Trim is a segmented, stitch-free trim designed for greater flexibility and
Ascend Performance Materials to Exhibit Portfolio of Global Nylon 6,6 Technologies at Chinaplas 2016
April 13, 2016
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ascend Performance Materials will be showcasing its portfolio of Vydyne® nylon 6,6 products April 25-28 at Chinaplas 2016 (booth# N3B21), the largest plastics and rubber trade fair in Asia. Ascend, one of the world’s largest fully integrated producers of polyamide 66 (also known as nylon 6,6 or PA66),
NRL Engineers to Lead Payload Development for Robotic Servicing of Geosynchronous Satellites
April 13, 2016
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--With its newly announced Robotic Servicing of Geosynchronous Satellites (RSGS) program, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) plans to field an on-orbit satellite servicing vehicle that would transform U.S. space operations in Geosynchronous Earth Orbit (GEO). As the lead payload developer for the
Teledyne to Acquire Quantum Data
April 13, 2016
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY) (“Teledyne”) announced today that Teledyne LeCroy, Inc. has entered into an agreement to acquire the assets of Quantum Data, Inc. (“Quantum Data”). Quantum Data, headquartered in Elgin, Illinois, provides electronic test & measurement
Master Rig International Announces Completion of Jindal Drilling Rig Project
April 13, 2016
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Master Rig International (MRI) recently completed an extensive and large-scale inspection, repair and recertification of the Jindal Drilling Rig Project in Sabine Pass, Texas, USA. After initial inspections of drilling equipment, repair plans were developed and underway in late December 2015. Maintenance and
Bravida Holding AB: Bravida’s Report for the First Quarter 2016 Will Be Presented on the 28Th of
April 13, 2016
STOCKHOLM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Bravida Holding AB (STO:BRAV) (STO:BRAV001) Bravida’s report for the first quarter 2016 will be published 07:30 CET on the 28th of April. A webcasted telephone conference will be held at 09:30 CET. The report will be presented by CEO and Group President Mattias Johansson and CFO Nils-Johan
aPriori PCM Case Study Webinar with Soucy International
April 13, 2016
CONCORD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--aPriori, a provider of product cost management (PCM) software solutions for the enterprise is hosting a new Case Study webinar on how Soucy International optimized their quoting processes to respond to RFQ’s faster and more consistently to win more business.       Speakers: Marc-Andre’
NEL ASA: Initiates Feasibility Partner Study for Large-Scale Hydrogen Production in Norway
April 13, 2016
OSLO, Norway--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: NEL ASA (OSE:NEL) NEL ASA (NEL) has together with SINTEF, Statoil, Linde Kryotechnik, Mitsubishi Corporation, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, NTNU and The Institute of Applied Energy, among others, initiated the project “Hyper”, a feasibility study of the potential for large scale hydrogen
Scania Offers Industrial Engines for Alternative Fuels
April 13, 2016
SÖDERTÄLJE, Sweden--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Scania now takes another step forward in sustainability by introducing engines for industrial applications that operate on HVO and RME. “Sustainability is high on the agenda for most companies nowadays, and the demand for alternative fuel is increasing in all sectors,” says Joel Granath,
Mitsui Chemicals: Expansion of High Performance Nonwoven Facilities
April 13, 2016
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. (TOKYO:4183; President & CEO: Tsutomu Tannowa) will grow high performance nonwoven facilities at their Nagoya works as follows, to meet the increasing need moving forward for premium diapers.   Overview of the New Facilities 1. Product Target:   High performance nonwoven fabrics
Ford Begins Taking Owner Applications for All-New Ford GT Supercar at FordGT.com
April 13, 2016
DEARBORN, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Customers wanting to own one of the all-new Ford GT ultra-high-performance supercars can officially submit their applications today at FordGT.com. Limited production of the all-new Ford GT inspired Ford Performance to create a unique, customer-focused experience to help select potential owners for the new supercar.
Mitsubishi Electric Establishes New Company in Turkey for Room Air Conditioner Development and
April 13, 2016
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO:6503) announced today that it established a new company for the development and manufacture of room air conditioners in Istanbul, Turkey. The company, called Mitsubishi Electric Turkey Klima Sistemleri Üretim Anonim Şirketi, is scheduled to begin production in January
Blackburn Chemicals Ltd., in collaboration with Sea-Land Chemical Europe Ltd., releases new
April 13, 2016
WESTLAKE, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Blackburn Chemicals Ltd., the specialty foam control agent company based in the North West of the UK, has released details of the new additions to their expanded metalworking fluid antifoam portfolio. As part of the growing Dispelair branded product range, the company has added both siloxane-free grades and 3D
Manufacturer Locating in Indiana, Adding Nearly 200 Jobs
April 13, 2016
Indiana Composites, a manufacturer of fiberglass components for the marine, RV and specialty vehicle markets, announced plans today to establish operations here, creating up to 198 new jobs by 2019. 
DDC to Acquire Maxwell Microelectronics, a Division of Maxwell Technologies, Inc.
April 13, 2016
Data Device Corporation (DDC), a leader in high reliability Connectivity, Power, and Motion Control solutions, today announced that it has entered into an agreement to expand its space market capabilities and product offering with the planned acquisition of the microelectronics group from Maxwell Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: MXWL).
U.S. Cutting Tool Consumption Rebounds
April 13, 2016
February U.S. cutting tool consumption totaled $173.38 million, up 9.3% from January’s $158.65 million.
Celanese Announces MIBK Price Increase
April 12, 2016
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Celanese Corporation (NYSE: CE), a global technology and specialty materials company, will increase list and off-list selling prices for Methyl isobutyl ketone (MIBK). The price increase below will be effective April 15, 2016 or as contracts allow.       Product North and South America      
Celanese Announces Vinyl Acetate-based Emulsions Price Increases in Asia
April 12, 2016
DALLAS & SHANGHAI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Celanese Corporation (NYSE: CE), a global technology and specialty materials company and a global leader in vinyl acetate ethylene (VAE) emulsions, announced today that it will increase the price of vinyl acetate-based emulsions sold in Asia. VAE emulsions will increase by ¥ 300/MT for China and $35/MT
ESI Group: 2015 Annual Results
April 12, 2016
PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: ESI Group (Paris:ESI): Alain de Rouvray, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of ESI Group, comments: “The dynamics in the adoption of ESI Group's Virtual Prototyping solutions by industrial leaders was fully confirmed in 2015. This trend was amplified by the rise of the smart digital factory that is
Cimpress Announces Date and Time for Its Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2016 Financial Results
April 12, 2016
VENLO, Netherlands--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cimpress N.V. (Nasdaq: CMPR), the world leader in mass customization, announced today that on Wednesday, April 27, 2016, at 4:05 p.m. (EDT), the company will issue its third quarter fiscal year 2016 earnings announcement, and at the same time will make available a presentation and transcript of prepared
InnoSwitch-CE Switcher ICs from Power Integrations Optimized for Efficiency and Standby Power
April 12, 2016
SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Power Integrations (Nasdaq: POWI), the leader in high-voltage integrated circuits for energy-efficient power conversion, today announced its InnoSwitch™-CE ICs, a new clade of its InnoSwitch family of off-line CV/CC flyback switcher ICs. The new devices are optimized for consumer electronics applications
Ameresco to Announce First Quarter 2016 Financial Results on May 5, 2016
April 12, 2016
FRAMINGHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC), a leading energy efficiency and renewable energy company, today announced that it will release its first quarter 2016 financial results before the market opens on Thursday, May 5, 2016. The earnings press release will be available on the “Investor Relations” section of the
General Cable Corporation to Webcast Discussion of its First Quarter 2016 Results
April 12, 2016
HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--General Cable Corporation (NYSE: BGC) will webcast a discussion of its first quarter 2016 results on Thursday, April 28, 2016 at 8:30 a.m. ET. Chief Executive Officer Michael T. McDonnell and Chief Financial Officer Brian J. Robinson will discuss the first quarter results. The news release detailing the
Ultratech to Release First Quarter 2016 Results on April 21, 2016
April 12, 2016
SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ultratech, Inc. (Nasdaq: UTEK) a leading supplier of lithography, laser-processing and inspection systems used to manufacture semiconductor devices and high-brightness LEDs (HB-LEDs), as well as atomic layer deposition (ALD) systems, today announced that it will release its first quarter 2016 earnings results
Actuant Announces Executive Appointment
April 12, 2016
MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Actuant Corporation (NYSE:ATU) today announced the appointment of Kenneth C. Bockhorst as Executive Vice President, Energy Segment. Ken replaces Brian Kobylinski who was recently named President and Chief Operating Officer of Jason Industries, Inc. Ken most recently served as business unit leader of Actuant’s
Ener-Core Closes $3.0 Million Private Placement Transaction
April 12, 2016
IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ener-Core, Inc. (“Ener-Core”) (OTCQB:ENCR), a provider of commercialized Power Oxidation technology and equipment that generates clean power from low-quality waste gases and is deployable in a wide variety of industries, today announced the closing of a private placement with an accredited investor of
CyberOptics Forecasts Revenues of $18.6-$19.1 Million for First Quarter of 2016
April 12, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CyberOptics Corporation (Nasdaq: CYBE) today reported that it is forecasting revenues of $18.6-$19.1 million and strong profitability for the first quarter of 2016 ended March 31, compared to revenues of $9.5 million in the first quarter of 2015. First quarter revenues include approximately $2.5 million from the
Terry Schilling Gilberstadt Named Vice Chairman of Horton Holding, Inc.
April 12, 2016
ROSEVILLE, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Horton Holding, Inc., today announced the appointment of Terry Schilling Gilberstadt to vice chairman/corporate secretary. She has previously served as corporate secretary and manager of Horton Transportation for Horton Holding, Inc. and will retain those positions in her new role. Schilling Gilberstadt, daughter
Minebea to Showcase New LED Product Line at LIGHTFAIR® International 2016
April 12, 2016
NOVI, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Minebea Co., Ltd., an innovator of LED technologies, will participate in LIGHTFAIR® International 2016 Exhibition and Conference, taking place April 26-28 at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, California. Minebea will sponsor, present and exhibit at LIGHTFAIR® International, which is the
Wrigley Field’s Home Clubhouse Features All-Star Lineup of Sloan Products
April 12, 2016
FRANKLIN PARK, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Friendly Confines of Wrigley Field are now even friendlier for the home team, thanks to a brand new state-of-the art, home clubhouse. The team’s clubhouse, which expanded from 11,000 square feet to more than 30,000 square feet, features an all-star lineup of Sloan products. As the world’s
Technavio Announces Top Five Vendors in the Global Optical Microscope Market from 2016-2020
April 12, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio has announced the top five leading vendors in their recent global optical microscope market 2016-2020 report. This research report also lists 20 prominent vendors that are expected to impact the market during the forecast period. Competitive vendor landscape “The global optical microscope market is set to
Bulletin from Gunnebo AB’s Annual General Meeting 2016
April 12, 2016
GÖTEBORG, Sweden--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Gunnebo AB's (STO:GUNN) Annual General Meeting 2016 was held in Gothenburg on April 12. Adoption of the profit and loss statement and balance sheet The profit and loss statements and the balance sheets of the parent company and the Group for the financial year 2015 were approved. Dividend In
Technavio Announces Top Three Emerging Trends Impacting the Global Industrial Safety Integrated
April 12, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio’s latest report on the global industrial safety integrated components market provides an analysis of the key trends expected to impact the market 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.
CORRECTING and REPLACING Intertek Labs in the Americas and European Union Gain Notified Body Status
April 12, 2016
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Please replace the release dated April 5, 2016 with the following corrected version due to multiple revisions. The corrected release reads: INTERTEK LABS IN THE AMERICAS AND EUROPEAN UNION GAIN NOTIFIED BODY STATUS FOR GULF MARK (G MARK) SCHEME Facilities in Brazil, United States, United Kingdom, Germany and Sweden Join
MSCI Chairman Tells USTR to Make Addressing Global Steel Oversupply a Stated Principle of U.S. Trade
April 12, 2016
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Richard A. Robinson, president of Norfolk Iron and Metal and Chairman of the Metals Service Center Institute (MSCI), which represents both steel mills and service centers, told the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) that global steel oversupply is fueled by intentional actions by foreign governments
OLYMPIC Paints and Stains Unveils New In-store and Online Color Tools to Simplify Color Selection
April 12, 2016
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The OLYMPIC® Paints and Stains brand today announced the launch of its new color center at LOWE’S® store locations across the U.S. Designed to simplify the selection of paint colors, the new, curated center is organized to guide a customer’s color journey and features three selection
Monsanto Board of Directors Approves Expansion in Luling, Louisiana
April 12, 2016
ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Monsanto Company’s (NYSE: MON) Board of Directors gave final approval for a capital expenditure to expand the company’s Luling, La., manufacturing site. The expansion, a $975 million capital investment, is expected to be operational in three years and enable the company to deliver a strong dicamba
Architects and the International WELL Building Institute™ Form Partnership to Elevate Health and
April 12, 2016
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the International WELL Building Institute™ (IWBI)™ today announced a partnership to advance the AIA’s design and health initiative. As the first sponsor of the initiative, IWBI will bring leading edge health and design information, research, and
Neon Workforce Technologies Inc. Consolidates All Company’s Business Units Under One New Brand
April 12, 2016
GADSDEN, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Neon Workforce Technologies Inc. [neon] today launched a new brand identity to position the company as the nation’s premier Human Capital Management Solutions provider. The new brand consolidates all of Neon Workforce Technologies Inc. business units including TaxBreak™, Terra HR™, Simple
Silicon Line NV Opens High Tech Micro Optical Manufacturing Site in Hasselt
April 12, 2016
HASSELT, Belgium--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Silicon Line NV, a fully owned subsidiary of Silicon Line GmbH, today announced the opening of the Company’s first High Tech Micro Optical manufacturing site at the Corda Campus (Hasselt, Belgium). This unique factory, which is using a state of the art patented manufacturing technology, will have a full
Martine Reardon to Depart Macy’s, Inc.
April 12, 2016
CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Martine Reardon, Macy’s chief marketing officer, has decided to leave the company, effective May 13, after 32 years of service. “I am extremely proud of the work that I have led in building Macy’s into an international omnichannel brand. We have established a clear and compelling brand promise rooted
Cabot Corporation to Announce Second Quarter 2016 Operating Results
April 12, 2016
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) announced today that it will release operating results for the second quarter fiscal 2016 on Monday, May 2, 2016 after market closes. The Company will host a conference call and live webcast to review the second quarter results beginning at 2:00 pm (ET) on Tuesday, May 3, 2016. The call is
Ford Transforming Dearborn Campus to Further Drive Innovation, Collaboration and Invest in Employees
April 12, 2016
DEARBORN, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ford Motor Company today announces plans to transform its Dearborn facilities into a modern, green and high-tech campus to foster innovation and help drive the company’s transition to an auto and a mobility company. The 10-year transformation of the company’s more than 60-year-old Dearborn facilities
Bosch Earns Automotive News PACE Award for Linear Force Solenoid
April 12, 2016
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bosch has received the 2016 Automotive News PACE (Premier Automotive Suppliers’ Contributions to Excellence) Award for its innovative Linear Force Solenoid (LFS) technology, which enables transmission manufacturers to develop more efficient, high-speed transmissions. The LFS addresses key variables
Resolutions Taken at the 2016 Annual General Meeting of Mekonomen Aktiebolag
April 12, 2016
SEGELTORP, Sweden--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Mekonomen (STO:MEKOB) - Dividend to shareholders of SEK 7 per share. - Kenneth Bengtsson, Caroline Berg, Kenny Bräck, Malin Persson, Helena Skåntorp and Christer Åberg were re-elected Board members. Mia Brunell Livfors was elected as a new Board member. - Resolution to allow
Pioneers in Space: Orbital ATK Announces Intelsat as Anchor Customer for New Satellite Life
April 12, 2016
DULLES, Va. & LUXEMBOURG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Orbital ATK, Inc. (NYSE: OA), a global leader in aerospace and defense technologies, today announced that Intelsat, S.A. (NYSE: I), operator of the world’s first Globalized Network, has signed a contract to become the first customer for Orbital ATK’s new satellite life extension service. As
Optomec Metal Additive Manufacturing Technology Showcased by Viwa at EXPOMAQ
April 12, 2016
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Optomec, a global supplier of 3D Printing systems for production applications, today announced that Industrias Viwa, S.A. (Viwa) will showcase Optomec metal printing technology at the EXPOMAQ show held April 12th – 15th in Leon, Mexico. Viwa and Centroid, a maker of CNC machine tool controllers, partnered
Rockwell Collins Sr. VP and CFO to Address Wells Fargo 2016 Industrial and Construction Conference
April 12, 2016
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) Sr. Vice President and CFO Patrick Allen will address the Wells Fargo 2016 Industrial and Construction Conference on May 10, 2016 at 9:55 a.m. Eastern Time. A live audio webcast and subsequent replay of Allen’s comments will be available on the company’s web site at
3M to Host Fall Protection Demonstrations During OSHA’s National Safety Stand-Down
April 12, 2016
ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--3M’s Capital Safety will host fall protection demonstrations throughout the U.S. May 2-6, 2016, during OSHA’s National Safety Stand-Down. Capital Safety has historically been involved in OSHA’s Stand Down and is proud to participate in this campaign to remind and educate employers and workers in
Dutch Innovative Power on Display at eMerge Americas Conference
April 12, 2016
MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Minister Eugene Rhuggenaath of Curaçao (Economic Development) and Deputy Director-General Guido Landheer of the Netherlands will lead an economic mission of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Miami, April 17 – 20. More than 20 companies and cities will explore opportunities to do business with the US, Caribbean