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Redline Detection Launches at Firehouse World with Air Brake NanoLeak Finder
March 6, 2018
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Redline Detection, the industry leader in heavy duty diagnostic leak detection equipment, today launched their fire industry division. Redline is demonstrating the new Air Brake NanoLeak Finder at Firehouse World, Booth 1045, in San Diego. Redline will be giving away a YETI cooler each day of the show. Attendees should
Gateway Motorsports Park to Offer Indycar Fans the Most Unique Lodging in All of Motorsports
March 6, 2018
ZIONSVILLE, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Gateway Motorsports Park in Madison, Illinois, will offer its INDYCAR fans the most unique lodging opportunity in all of motorsports: Instead of staying at a motel or camping out, fans will be able to live in a fully-functional house – albeit a tiny one – in the infield of the oval track. Try It Tiny
Littelfuse Introduces 1200V SiC MOSFETs with Ultra-Low On-Resistances at APEC 2018
March 6, 2018
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Littelfuse, Inc., the global leader in circuit protection, and Monolith Semiconductor Inc., a Texas-based company developing silicon carbide technology, today added two 1200V silicon carbide (SiC) n-channel, enhancement-mode MOSFETs to their expanding first-generation portfolio of power semiconductor devices. These new SiC
New Automotive-Focused Fund to Target Silicon Valley Technology: AISIN Group Launches a $50M VC Fund
March 6, 2018
SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AISIN Group, a global automotive components and systems manufacturer, is launching a USD 50 million venture fund with US Silicon Valley-based Fenox Venture Capital. Fenox VC will manage this strategic fund as a General Partner, and AISIN Group will be investing as a corporate venture capital Limited Partner. This
2018 Europe Automotive Market - Emerging Dynamics and Future of Europe Passenger Cars and Commercial
March 6, 2018
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "2018 Europe Automotive Market - Emerging Dynamics and Future of Europe Passenger Cars and Commercial Vehicles" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. Presence of leading manufacturers and consumption markets drives the market value of the region. Boost in M&A activities, site relocations,
Get into the Zone: Medical Parts Processing
March 6, 2018
The Medical Parts Processing Zone is a new specialized exhibit area at NPE2018, driven by the fast-growing field of medical devices. “There are a lot of single-use medical devices being made from plastic right now,” says NPE2018 Chairman Glenn Anderson. “Think of devices like syringes and inhalers. Given the
Get into the Zone: Medical Parts Processing
March 6, 2018
The Medical Parts Processing Zone is a new specialized exhibit area at NPE2018, driven by the fast-growing field of medical devices. “There are a lot of single-use medical devices being made from plastic right now,” says NPE2018 Chairman Glenn Anderson. “Think of devices like syringes and inhalers. Given the
Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship Program Registers in Wisconsin
March 6, 2018
Industry Consortium for Advanced Technical Training (ICATT), apprenticeship program in the Midwest for high-tech manufacturers and companies with complex technologies or logistics, is now a registered apprenticeship program with the Department of Workforce Development Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards in Wisconsin. Hermle Machine Co. LLC, Krones
Multi-Function Tool Drills, Chamfers, Thread Mills Holes
March 6, 2018
The MT drill from Carmex is designed to drill, chamfer and thread mill a hole in a single operation. New Product Post: 3/6/2018 Edited by Jedd Cole Associate Editor, Modern Machine Shop The MT drill from Carmex is designed to drill, chamfer and thread mill a hole in a single operation. Made with solid carbide, the
Standard & Poor’s Upgrades Oxea Corporate Credit Rating to B+ with Stable Outlook
March 6, 2018
MONHEIM AM RHEIN, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The credit rating agency Standard & Poor’s Global Ratings (S&P) has upgraded its long-term corporate credit rating for the global chemical company Oxea to B+ from B with a stable outlook. The upgrade reflects Oxea’s leading position as a European and U.S. producer of oxo
Department of Defense Awards Booz Allen Essential Role on $8.27B Contract to Research, Develop and
March 6, 2018
MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--With the growing threat of weapons of mass destruction, it has never been more important for the U.S. military to possess sufficient means to prevent and respond to this threat. The mission of the Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical Biological Defense (JPEO CBD) is to protect the nation’s armed forces
Sparton Corporation and Ultra Electronics USSI Joint Venture (ERAPSCO) Awarded $28.4m for U.S. Navy
March 6, 2018
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. & COLUMBIA CITY, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sparton Corporation (NYSE:SPA) and Ultra Electronics Holdings plc (ULE) announce the award of subcontracts valued at $28.4 million to their ERAPSCO joint venture, for the manufacture of sonobuoys for the United States Navy. The award is a GFY18 ERAPSCO Indefinite Delivery Indefinite
BlackSky Completes Its First Next-Generation Earth Imaging Smallsat, Readies for Launch and
March 6, 2018
SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BlackSky, the geospatial intelligence service of Spaceflight Industries, today announced the first of its next generation of small Earth observation satellites is complete, qualified, and awaiting launch. This spacecraft, called Global-1, is the first of four smallsats that are scheduled to launch in the next year on both
Garmin® grows Connext® wireless cockpit connectivity portfolio
March 6, 2018
OLATHE, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Garmin International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today announced an expanded Connext ecosystem that now includes the FltPlan.com website and the FltPlan Go app on Apple and Android mobile devices. With compatible Garmin avionics1, pilots can simply create a flight plan within the FltPlan.com website,
Assured Testing Moves to New Facility
March 6, 2018
Assured Testing Services recently moved into a new, 26,000-ft.2 purpose-built facility, where it can perform virtually all automotive cyclic corrosion tests specified for ecoat applications. Assured Testing Services recently moved into a new, 26,000-ft.2 purpose-built facility, where it can perform virtually all automotive cyclic corrosion tests
Hudson Technologies to Present at 30th Annual ROTH Conference
March 6, 2018
PEARL RIVER, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hudson Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:HDSN), today announced that Brian Coleman, President and Chief Operating Officer, will present at the 30th Annual ROTH Conference, to be held at the Ritz-Carlton in Dana Point, California. The presentation will take place on Monday, March 12, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. PT in Salon 1. Mr.
Waters Chooses ANAQUA 9 for IP Management
March 6, 2018
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Anaqua, Inc., a leading provider of Intellectual Property (IP) management software and services, today announced that Waters Corporation has selected ANAQUA to enhance its IP operations and enable improved collaboration. The $2 billion publicly traded specialty measurement technology company will migrate its IP software
Nordson MARCH Receives NPI Award for Its RollVIA Self-contained Vacuum Plasma System
March 6, 2018
CONCORD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nordson MARCH, a Nordson company (NASDAQ:NDSN), a global leader in plasma processing technology, announces that it has received a 2018 New Product Introduction (NPI) award in the Surface Treatment category for its new-generation RollVIA™ plasma system. The system is used for plasma applications such as
Dow Achieves 2018 Top Employer Accolades across the Globe
March 6, 2018
MIDLAND, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Dow Chemical Company is proud to announce that it has been officially certified by the Top Employers Institute for its exceptional employee offerings. Dow received 2018 certification as a Top Employer in the following locations: Canada, China, Egypt, Germany, Ghana, India, Kenya, Mexico, Netherlands, Nigeria,
Myers Industries Reports 2017 Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Results
March 6, 2018
AKRON, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MYE) today announced results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2017. Business Highlights Fourth-quarter and full-year 2017 net sales increased 13.6% and 2.4%, respectively; primarily the result of increased demand and market share gains in key niche markets in Material
Hexion Completes Canadian Proppant Manufacturing Plant Expansion
March 6, 2018
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Oilfield Technology Group (OTG) of Hexion Inc. (Hexion) today announced the completion of its resin coated proppant manufacturing plant expansion in Canada. This expansion provides a more efficient supply of proppants to service companies and operators in the oil and gas industry. Hexion’s proppant plant located
Donaldson Reports Fiscal 2018 Second Quarter Earnings
March 6, 2018
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI) today announced a net loss in second quarter 2018 of $52.9 million, or $0.40 per share,1 compared with net earnings of $46.5 million, or $0.35 per share, in 2017. The Company’s second quarter 2018 results included a one-time charge of $109.7 million, or $0.83 per share, related
Quanergy Names Rick Arnold as General Counsel
March 6, 2018
SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Quanergy Systems, Inc., the leading provider of LiDAR sensors and smart sensing solutions, today announced the appointment of Rick Arnold as the company’s general counsel. With a background of over two decades spent practicing law in Silicon Valley, Arnold brings a wealth of relevant experience to the
Renault’s New Motor
March 6, 2018
Typically when an automaker announces the development of a new powertrain for a production vehicle, the words downsized and turbocharged are near the top of the announcement because that’s the way things have been going of late. Blog Post: 3/6/2018 Gary S. Vasilash Editor-in-Chief, Gardner Business Media, Inc. Typically when an automaker
Iscar Leader Describes Tool Technology for Machine Shops Acting on Data
March 6, 2018
As more sophisticated insight into machining performance reveals opportunities for efficiency gain, the value of tooling choices that save time will become increasingly clear. Blog Post: 3/6/2018 Peter Zelinski Editor-in-Chief, Modern Machine Shop The promise of Industry 4.0 is great news for the adoption of advanced cutting tools. The reason: In
Exciting Events At CHINAPLAS 2018
March 6, 2018
SHANGHAI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Development of plastics and rubber technologies has roared ahead like a tiger in current years. CHINAPLAS, as a leading trade fair, offers a technology-oriented platform for those sectors globally. Not only will 4,000 distinguished exhibitors showcase their advanced products and services at CHINAPLAS 2018, show
Hyundai Drivers to Benefit from More TomTom Connected Car Services
March 6, 2018
GENEVA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TomTom (TOM2) today announced that its deal to provide Hyundai drivers with Connected Car Services has been expanded to include TomTom On-Street and Off-Street Parking, TomTom EV (Electric Vehicle) Charging Locations, and the TomTom Fuel Price Service. The expansion of the offering, which originally included TomTom Traffic,
Kia Drivers to Benefit from More TomTom Connected Car Services
March 6, 2018
GENEVA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TomTom (TOM2) today announced that it has been chosen to provide its latest Connected Car Services for Kia drivers in Europe. The deal includes TomTom On-Street and Off-Street Parking, TomTom EV (Electric Vehicle) Charging Locations, and the TomTom Fuel Price Service. The expansion of the offering, which originally included
Hexion To Showcase Epoxy and Phenolic Resin Systems that Enhance Composite Fire Safety at JEC
March 6, 2018
COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hexion Inc. (“Hexion” or the “Company”) is highlighting its expertise in resin technology that improves the fire, smoke and toxicity (FST) properties of composite parts at the JEC World international composites exposition, March 6 to 8 in Paris. A novel new epoxy system with FST performance
Hexion Partners with DD-Compound and Wilson Custom Composites on Groundbreaking “One-Shot” Resin
March 6, 2018
COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hexion Inc. (“Hexion” or the “Company”), together with DD-Compound, a manufacturer of innovative products to improve the carbon fiber resin infusion process, will be showcasing a new “one-shot” manufacturing solution for the marine composites market at the JEC World international
Hexion To Introduce New Products for Wind Energy Rotor Blade Manufacturing At JEC
March 6, 2018
COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hexion Inc. (“Hexion” or the “Company”) is introducing a new tackifying spray system as well as new epoxy bonding paste and resin repair kits for use in rotor blade maintenance, all with enhanced environmental and performance characteristics, at the JEC World international composites
Blueshift Announces First Ever Continuous Production Line for Polymer Aerogel Films
March 6, 2018
SAN MARCOS, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Blueshift Materials, Inc. today announced the construction of its new AeroZero® polymer aerogel film production line, to meet increasing global demand for this thermal management material in weight-sensitive, extreme temperature, and energy-efficient applications. The new production line secures a capacity
Hexion Inc. Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Kangde Composites Co., Ltd.
March 6, 2018
COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hexion Inc. (“Hexion” or the “Company”) announced today that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Kangde Composites Co., Ltd. (“KDC”) to collaborate in the development of high volume carbon fiber production methods for use in the automotive and other appropriate
FastRTM Project Successfully Demonstrates Rapid Manufacturing of Complex, Net Shape, Structural
March 6, 2018
COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A unique, automated production platform developed by a French industry consortium – and utilizing an epoxy resin system from Hexion Inc. (“Hexion” or the “Company”) – has demonstrated the feasibility of manufacturing large, net-shape composite parts at industrial scale. It offers
Hexion’s and Votteler’s PuriCoat™ Platform Allows Fast Production of Class A-Surface
March 6, 2018
COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hexion Inc. (“Hexion” or the “Company”) is introducing a new platform for producing Class A surface quality, lightweight carbon fiber-reinforced plastic components within very short cycle times. The Company developed the new PuriCoat™ platform in cooperation with German coatings
MA-12500HW HMC Cuts Exotic Materials
March 6, 2018
Okuma America Corp.’s MA-12500HW horizontal machining center is suited for large-part aerospace machining and has a W axis that allows for a longer tool stroke to machine complex, difficult-to-reach part features.  New Product Post: 3/6/2018 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining Okuma America
Technology Tuesday: Hot-Runner Maintenance
March 6, 2018
Cruise through this week’s Technology Tuesday slideshow to see articles and products on hot-runner maintenance. Blog Post: 3/6/2018 Karen Cornelissen Managing Editor, Gardner Business Media Comments are reviewed by moderators before they appear to ensure they meet Moldmaking Technology’s submission guidelines.
Axiom Foods Awarded First ‘Method of Use’ Patent for Oryzatein® Rice Protein
March 6, 2018
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Axiom Foods, Inc. (“Axiom”) has been awarded its first application patent for any rice protein ever, U.S. Patent No. 9,820,504 for its Oryzatein® rice protein; Axiom Foods is one of the largest makers of rice and pea protein ingredients. Allowed as of November 11, 2017, the “method of
Enterprise Products Partners to Host Investor & Analyst Day
March 6, 2018
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (NYSE:EPD) today announced it will host a meeting with securities analysts and investors on Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at 8 a.m. CST in Houston. The event will be webcast live on the internet and may be accessed along with accompanying slides via Enterprise’s website at
3M Announces New Leadership Appointments
March 5, 2018
ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--3M (NYSE: MMM) announced today that Michael F. Roman is appointed chief executive officer, effective July 1, 2018. He succeeds Inge G. Thulin, who is appointed to a newly created position, executive chairman of the board, also effective July 1, 2018. “After a thorough and thoughtful succession planning
AgroFresh Solutions to Present at the 30th Annual ROTH Conference
March 5, 2018
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AgroFresh Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: AGFS), a global leader in produce freshness solutions, today announced that Jordi Ferre, Chief Executive Officer, and Katherine Harper, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will be presenting at the 30th Annual ROTH Conference on March 12, 2018 at 11:00 AM Pacific
UQM Technologies and CNHTC Provide Update on CFIUS Application Status
March 5, 2018
LONGMONT, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--UQM Technologies, Inc. (NYSE American: UQM) announced today that it, along with China National Heavy Duty Truck Group Co., Ltd. (“CNHTC”), have decided to withdraw their joint application to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (“CFIUS”) for the approval of the second
Orion Announces Filing of Annual Report for the Year Ended December 31, 2017
March 5, 2018
LUXEMBOURG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--On February 23rd, 2018, Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (NYSE: OEC) (the “Company”), a worldwide supplier of specialty and high-performance Carbon Black, filed its annual report for the year ended December 31, 2017 (the “2017 Annual Report”). The 2017 Annual Report contains audited consolidated
Teledyne e2v, pSemi and GaN Systems Unveil Industry’s Fastest Hi-Rel GaN Power Solution at
March 5, 2018
MILIPITAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Teledyne e2v is launching a complete GaN power solution based on technology from pSemi (formerly Peregrine Semiconductor) and GaN Systems. The solution features GaN FETs and the industry’s first rad-tolerant, half-bridge power driver for GaN high-reliability applications. The technology will be demonstrated
Solid Carbide Milling Cutters for Hard Machining
March 5, 2018
Walter USA has introduced its ISO H Advance line of solid carbide milling cutters, consisting of seven new cutter families tailored to the requirements of hard machining of workpieces as hard as 63 HRC. These new cutters include mini and multi-flute, shoulder/slot, ballnose, and high-feed milling cutters, covering the full range of solid
Adesis, Inc. Holds Expansion Ceremony to Celebrate Investment and Manufacturing Growth in Delaware
March 5, 2018
NEW CASTLE, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Adesis, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED), held an expansion ceremony on March 2, 2018 at its New Castle facility. The Company, along with its Universal Display associates, hosted state and local officials including Governor John Carney, Senator Tom Carper, the
Sea-Land Chemical Company Announces New Promotions
March 5, 2018
WESTLAKE, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sea-Land Chemical Company is pleased to announce the following promotions within the company, effective as of January 1, 2018. Jennifer Altstadt was appointed as President of the company by the Board of Directors, previously serving as Chief Operating Officer and Director of Operations and Strategic Planning for the
Pharmaceutical Fine Chemicals Procurement Research – Market Trends and Spend Analysis by SpendEdge
March 5, 2018
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Global procurement intelligence advisory firm, SpendEdge, has announced the release of their ‘Pharmaceutical Fine Chemicals Procurement Research Report.’ The insights and data in this report provide a strategic analysis of the supply markets, factors influencing purchasing decisions, procurement best practices,
Michigan Takes Steps to Eliminate PFOS, PFOA and PFAS
March 5, 2018
The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is requiring wastewater treatment plants with industrial pretreatment programs to screen for and eliminate these compounds commonly used in the metal-finishing industry. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is requiring wastewater treatment plants with industrial pretreatment
Bluetooth Handheld Gage Takes Measurements without Computer
March 5, 2018
Marposs Corp.’s MRO inspection and tooling solutions include the i-Wave2 handheld gauge. New Product Post: 3/5/2018 Edited by Julia Hider Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop Marposs Corp.’s MRO inspection and tooling solutions include the i-Wave2 handheld gage. The gage is designed for ease of use. Its 1.8" color