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Celanese Announces GUR® UHMWPE Capacity Expansion at Bishop, Texas Facility
January 8, 2016
DALLAS--Celanese Corporation (NYSE: CE), a global technology and specialty materials company, today announced plans to expand manufacturing production capacity for its GUR® ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) product at the company’s Bishop, Texas facility. Expansion of the GUR® UHMWPE manufacturing facility will
Genesis Systems Group Announces AS9100C and ISO 9001:2008 Certification
January 8, 2016
DAVENPORT, Iowa--Genesis Systems Group, a recognized leader in robotic systems integration, is proud to announce the company’s AS9100C and ISO 9001:2008 certification. Genesis has been assessed and registered by Intertek as conforming to the requirements of AS9100C and ISO 9001:2008 certifications. The quality management system is applicable
Contraction Has Manufacturers Bracing for Downturn
January 8, 2016
PwC US says U.S. industrial manufacturers are bracing for a downturn.
Photronics to Present at the Needham 18th Annual Growth Conference in NYC
January 8, 2016
BROOKFIELD, Conn.--Photronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:PLAB), a worldwide leader in supplying innovative imaging technology solutions for the global electronics industry, is scheduled to present at Needham’s 18th Annual Growth Conference on Thursday, January 14, 2016 at 8:40 a.m. Eastern Time at the Lotte New York Palace Hotel in New York City. A live
Chase Corporation Announces First Quarter Results
January 7, 2016
BRIDGEWATER, Mass.--Chase Corporation (NYSE MKT: CCF) today reported revenue of $57.48 million for the quarter ended November 30, 2015. This is an increase of $1.55 million or 2.8% compared to $55.93 million in the same quarter of the last fiscal year. Net income attributable to Chase Corporation of $7.45 million in the current quarter increased
Griffon to Participate at CJS Securities “New Ideas for the New Year” Investor Conference
January 7, 2016
NEW YORK--Griffon Corporation (NYSE:GFF) today announced that it will present at the CJS 16th Annual “New Ideas for the New Year” Investor Conference in New York, NY on Wednesday, January 13th. A copy of Griffon’s latest investor presentation, which will be used at the conference, will be available at the time of the conference in
Rocky Brands, Inc. Announces New Footwear Order from the U.S. Military
January 7, 2016
NELSONVILLE, Ohio--Rocky Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq:RCKY) today announced it has received an order to fulfill a contract to the U.S. Military to produce “Temperate Weather” combat boots. The contract includes a minimum purchase amount of $13.0 million with the entire order projected to ship between March and October 2016. David Sharp,
AsiaInspection Q1 Barometer: 2015 Ends with Exploding Hoverboards and Growing Ethical Concerns
January 7, 2016
HONG KONG--AsiaInspection (AI), a global provider for quality control and supplier compliance services that partners with brands, retailers and importers to secure and optimize their supply chain, today announces its 2016 Q1 Barometer, a quarterly synopsis on global trade, product quality and supplier compliance trends. 2015 in Review: China still
Stanley Furniture Appoints Justyn R. Putnam to Board of Directors
January 7, 2016
HIGH POINT, N.C.--Stanley Furniture Company, Inc. (Nasdaq-NGS:STLY) (the “company”) announced today that it has reached an agreement with Hale Partnership Fund, LP and Talanta Fund, L.P. (collectively and with their affiliates, the “Hale-Talanta Group”) a shareholder group that collectively owns approximately 8.9% of the
PTC Named IoT Innovation Vendor of the Year
January 7, 2016
NEEDHAM, Mass.--PTC (NASDAQ: PTC) today received the prestigious IoT Innovation Vendor of the Year Award from marketing analytics and consulting firm Compass Intelligence at the 2016 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Compass Intelligence Annual Awards recognize the best mobile computing, wireless data
Eyelit Announces Record Growth and Profit for the Second Quarter of 2015 From Its Manufacturing
January 7, 2016
TORONTO, Ontario--Eyelit Inc., a manufacturing software provider for visibility, control, and coordination of manufacturing operations for the aerospace & defense, discrete electronics, life sciences, medical device, semiconductor, and photovoltaic (solar) industries, announced today record revenue growth for the second quarter of 2015, and a
Celanese to Hold Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call on January 22, 2016
January 7, 2016
DALLAS--Celanese Corporation (NYSE: CE), a global technology and specialty materials company, today announced that it will host a conference call to discuss its fourth quarter 2015 results on Friday, January 22, 2016, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time. Commenting on results will be Mark Rohr, chairman and chief executive officer, and Chris
Compass Minerals Reports Fourth-Quarter Snow-Event Data
January 7, 2016
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--Limited winter weather activity throughout Compass Minerals’ (NYSE: CMP) primary service areas significantly reduced demand for the company’s deicing products in the fourth quarter. Eleven representative cities in the company’s primary North American highway deicing service area reported 17 snow events
Airgas Announces Third Quarter Earnings Release Schedule
January 7, 2016
RADNOR, Pa.--Airgas, Inc. (NYSE: ARG), one of the nation’s leading suppliers of industrial, medical, and specialty gases, and related products, today announced that it will release its fiscal 2016 third quarter earnings before the market opens on Thursday, January 28, 2016. In light of the recent announcement regarding the merger with Air
NewMarket Corporation Schedules Conference Call and Webcast to Review Fourth Quarter 2015 and
January 7, 2016
RICHMOND, Va.--NewMarket Corporation (NYSE: NEU) announced today it will release fourth quarter 2015 and year-end earnings at the close of business on Monday, February 1. The earnings announcement will also be available on the company’s website at www.NewMarket.com beginning Tuesday, February 2. A conference call and Internet webcast is
Axalta Celebrates 150 Years in the Coatings Industry
January 7, 2016
PHILADELPHIA--In 2016, Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA) celebrates 150 years of creating innovative industrial coatings. Axalta’s heritage dates back to 1866 when its first products were developed in Germany and since then the company has grown into one of the world’s leading manufacturers of liquid and powder coatings. “All of
Alcoa to Close Warrick Smelter and Curtail Remaining Capacity at Pt. Comfort Refinery
January 7, 2016
NEW YORK--Lightweight metals leader Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced it is taking further action to increase the competitiveness of its Upstream business amid prevailing market conditions. In 2015, the Midwest transaction aluminum price dropped approximately 30 percent, and the Alumina Price Index fell approximately 40 percent. Alcoa will
SIFCO Industries, Inc. Received Notice of Non-Compliance with NYSE MKT Continued Listing
January 7, 2016
CLEVELAND--SIFCO Industries, Inc. (NYSE MKT: SIF) (the “Company” or "SIFCO") received a notice on January 4, 2016 from the NYSE MKT LLC ("NYSE MKT") indicating that the Company is below certain listing standards, as set forth in Section 134 and 1101 of the NYSE MKT Company Guide, due to the delay in filing of its Annual Report on Form
SUPERVALU Announces Filing of Form 10 for Possible Spin-off of Save-A-Lot Business
January 7, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS--SUPERVALU INC. (NYSE: SVU) today announced that it filed an initial Form 10 Registration Statement (Form 10) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in connection with the possible spin-off of its Save-A-Lot business into a separate, publicly traded company. SUPERVALU announced in July 2015 that it was exploring a separation
EMCOR Group Names Maxine Lum Mauricio General Counsel
January 7, 2016
NORWALK, Conn.--EMCOR Group, Inc. (NYSE:EME) today announced that Maxine Lum Mauricio has been named General Counsel as of January 4, 2016. Ms. Mauricio succeeds Sheldon I. Cammaker, who has assumed the Vice Chairman position. Previously, Ms. Mauricio served as the Company’s Deputy General Counsel. “With over 28 years of dedicated
FIRST® and Booz Allen Hamilton Join Forces to Stem the Low Tide of Future Science, Technology,
January 7, 2016
MANCHESTER, N.H.--With less than a fifth of high school seniors interested in a science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) career, our nation lacks the pipeline of future talent to address pressing challenges like cybersecurity. To help inspire young people to pursue careers in STEM fields, the international not-for-profit FIRST® has
Trans-Pacific Aerospace Announces Appointment of Jason Wenig to Board of Directors
January 7, 2016
SAN MARINO, Calif.--Trans-Pacific Aerospace Company, Inc. (“TPAC” or the “Company“) (OTCBB:TPAC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Wenig to the TPAC Board of Directors. Mr. Wenig is the owner of The Creative Workshop, one of the most respected automobile restoration companies in the USA. His company is
Sinocare Group Closes Acquisition of Nipro Diagnostics
January 7, 2016
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla.--Nipro Diagnostics announced today that its acquisition by Sinocare Group has been completed. The company also announced that with completion of the acquisition, the company has been renamed Trividia Health. Scott Verner, who was Chairman, CEO and President of Nipro Diagnostics, has been named CEO and President of Trividia
Three Leaf Ventures Gains Momentum in 2015; Targets Future Investments in Genomics and Mobile
January 7, 2016
DENVER--Three Leaf Ventures, an affiliate of The Broe Group established to invest in transformative healthcare technology, showed significant progress in 2015. Funds were delivered to several new companies and provided to existing investments to support their growth and progress. The firm plans to expand its focus on medical technology start-ups in
Pexco LLC Acquires Scientific Plastics Corporation
January 7, 2016
ALPHARETTA, Ga.--Pexco LLC, a leading North American specialty plastics manufacturer across Medical, Defense, and Industrial markets, has acquired Scientific Plastics Corporation of St. Paul, Minnesota. Scientific Plastics Corp. is a dual-certified ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 manufacturer of injection-molded plastics with extensive experience processing
Apogee Enterprises to Present at Needham Growth Conference on January 14
January 7, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS--Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq:APOG) announced today that the company will present at the 18th Annual Needham Growth Conference in New York on Thursday, January 14. Apogee CFO Jim Porter will present at 11:20 a.m. ET. The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed at http://wsw.com/webcast/needham75/apog. A replay of the
Baron & Budd, Gomez Trial Attorneys, and City of Berkeley File 5th PCB Lawsuit Against Monsanto
January 7, 2016
BERKELEY, Calif.--Today, Baron & Budd, Gomez Trial Attorneys, and the City of Berkeley filed the fifth lawsuit of its kind against Monsanto for PCB contamination of Berkeley’s city storm water and the San Francisco Bay. Polychlorinated biphenyls, or PCBs, are toxic chemicals that cannot be contained and last for decades. PCBs off-gas from
Representing the Best in Every Detail, from Refined Design to Advanced Technologies, the All-New
January 7, 2016
HERNDON, Virginia--As the bestselling model in Audi history, the all-new 2017 A4, with innovative design and advanced technologies, sets a new benchmark for the luxury sedan segment. Boasting class-leading horsepower, confidence inspiring driving dynamics, as well as available driver assistance and infotainment systems, the A4 represents the best
Abilene Revitalization Bolstered with $24 Million in New Markets Tax Credits for Prairie Dog Pet
January 7, 2016
ABILENE, Texas--Los Angeles-based National New Markets Fund, LLC has closed $24 million in New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) funding for Prairie Dog Pet Products to launch a new Abilene manufacturing plant and corporate headquarters. When it is completed in Spring 2016, the project will transform an unused 100,000 square-foot industrial building in
New Bemis Associates Sewfree® Bonded Collections Provide Improved Breathability, Moisture
January 7, 2016
SALT LAKE CITY--Bemis Associates, the design and development partner for the world’s great technical, performance, lifestyle and luxury brands, announced the launch of its Rapid Reaction and High Visibility Sewfree® Bonded collections to designers, innovators and leading apparel manufacturers. The company will be showcasing the latest
Minnie Mouse “Rocks the Dots” with Retrospective Fashion Exhibit
January 7, 2016
GLENDALE, Calif.--Disney today announced Minnie Rocks the Dots, an interactive fashion and art installation celebrating the signature style of global icon Minnie Mouse, in collaboration with Refinery29. Launching in Los Angeles with a red carpet preview event on National Polka Dot Day (Jan. 22) before opening to the public, the exhibit will take
Brooks Running Races Through 2015 Reporting Continued Growth With Runners
January 7, 2016
SEATTLE--With a clear focus on being the No. 1 choice for runners worldwide, Brooks Running Company is doubling down on its commitment to win with runners. In 2016, the company will build on its position as the leader in run with best-in-class footwear and apparel and the launch of Stride Signature, the company’s innovative new approach to
Emcor Group, Inc. Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend
January 7, 2016
January 07, 2016 11:48 AM Eastern Standard Time NORWALK, Conn.--EMCOR Group, Inc. (NYSE:EME) today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per common share. The dividend will be paid on January 29, 2016 to stockholders of record as of January 19, 2016. EMCOR Group, Inc. is a Fortune 500 leader
Dr. Gregory Quarles Named Chief Scientist at The Optical Society
January 7, 2016
WASHINGTON--The Optical Society (OSA) has announced that Dr. Gregory Quarles has joined The Optical Society as Chief Scientist. In this position, Dr. Quarles is responsible for the scientific infrastructure of the society. This includes content development for OSA incubators, annual meetings and the establishment of partnerships with research
2016 ARC Industry Forum to Focus on Disruptive Technologies, Innovation, and Cybersecurity
January 7, 2016
DEDHAM, Mass.--Faced with business challenges, even manufacturers and other traditionally conservative industrial organizations tend to be receptive to new business approaches and disruptive technologies. But only if these are proven and secure. This will be the focus of the 20th Annual ARC Industry Forum, Industry in Transition: Navigating the New
Tenneco Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2015 Earnings Release and Conference Call Notice
January 7, 2016
LAKE FOREST, Ill.--Tenneco Inc. (NYSE: TEN) plans to issue its fourth quarter and full year 2015 earnings release before the market opens on Tuesday, February 9, 2016 and hold a conference call the same day at 9:00 a.m. ET. The purpose of the call is to discuss the company’s results of operations for the last fiscal quarter and year ending
SolarWindow Appoints Patrick Sargent as Vice President, Product Development and Engineering
January 7, 2016
COLUMBIA, Md.--SolarWindow Technologies, Inc. (OTCQB: WNDW), the leading developer of first-of-its-kind transparent electricity-generating coatings for glass and flexible plastics, today announced it has named Patrick Sargent as its Vice President of Product Development and Engineering. In this position, Sargent will use his knowledge and insight
Francisco J. Sánchez joins Suniva’s Board of Directors
January 7, 2016
NORCROSS, Ga.--Suniva, Inc., a manufacturer of high-efficiency crystalline silicon solar cells and modules, with headquarters in metro-Atlanta and manufacturing facilities in Georgia and Michigan, today announces that former Under Secretary for International Trade at the U.S. Department of Commerce, Francisco Sánchez, has joined
IDTechEx Research: Are e-textiles on the cusp of rapid growth?
January 7, 2016
BOSTON--Whilst the majority of wearable technology products sold today still fit with the components-in-a-box design, 2015 has been a record year for investment in smart clothing and e-textile products. To reach the masses, wearable technology must be useful, practical and fashionable, and seamless integration within textiles and clothing is seen
Polartec Launches Delta™, the Company’s First Cooling Platform, at Winter Outdoor Retailer 2016
January 7, 2016
SALT LAKE CITY--Winter Outdoor Retailer 2016 – Polartec, LLC, a premium provider of innovative textile solutions, today announced the launch of its first cooling platform, Polartec® Delta™. Delta is a permanent mechanical wicking fabric that evolves how athletes and adventurers dress for performance in warmer climates. Inspired by
OSA Publishing Announces New Editors-in-Chief for Three Journals
January 7, 2016
WASHINGTON--The Optical Society (OSA) is pleased to announce three new editors-in-chief. Christoph Hitzenberger, P. Scott Carney and Alexandra Boltasseva have been appointed as the new editors-in-chief of Biomedical Optics Express, Journal of the Optical Society of America A and Optical Materials Express, respectively. Christoph Hitzenberger,
PPG to increase precipitated silica production capacity in North America
January 7, 2016
PITTSBURGH--PPG Industries (NYSE:PPG) announced today that it is increasing precipitated silica production capacity at its Lake Charles, Louisiana, manufacturing plant by more than 10,000 tons per year in response to growing demand. “PPG remains committed to the precipitated silica market, and this investment will enable us to meet growing
Materialise to Present at Needham Growth Conference on Tuesday, January 12, 2016
January 7, 2016
LEUVEN, Belgium--Materialise NV (NASDAQ:MTLS), a leading provider of additive manufacturing software and of sophisticated 3D printing solutions in the medical and industrial markets, will attend the Needham Growth Conference on Tuesday, January 12, 2016. The conference, which is by invitation only, will be held at the Lotte New York Palace Hotel in
Westinghouse First to Demonstrate UK’s Readiness for SMR Fuel Fabrication
January 7, 2016
CHORLEY, United Kingdom--Today, Westinghouse Electric Company announced that the company’s Springfields facility in the United Kingdom has reached the requirements necessary to manufacture Westinghouse Small Modular Reactor (SMR) fuel. A key first for the U.K.’s SMR program, this readiness milestone is an important part of
Chief Executive Magazine Lists 3M as a Best Company for Leaders
January 7, 2016
ST. PAUL, Minn.--The best companies don’t just attract great leaders, they also spot potential in their people and cultivate those qualities. That’s what science-based company 3M did when it brought on senior research engineer Ashish Khandpur early in his career. He traveled the world in various technical roles, learning about the
Toyota Supports Critical Red Cross Assistance as Natural Disasters Push Thousands from Their Homes
January 7, 2016
PLANO, Texas--As communities across the South and the Great Plains face a barrage of natural disasters, Toyota is supporting the American Red Cross’s critical relief efforts in affected regions, such as North Texas and the Dallas area, including Plano, which is the site of the company’s new North American headquarters. Toyota’s
Vital Insights Launches 3 Powerful New Voice-of-Customer Modules
January 7, 2016
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario--Vital Insights Inc., a global designer, developer and distributor of innovative enterprise-class daily tracking and Customer Experience Management (CEM) software, today announced the worldwide launch of its three new industry-leading product features for Foresight™. Foresight, the cutting-edge CEM platform for the
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. Awarded $3.4 Million Order for Solid-State Power Amplifiers for
January 7, 2016
MELVILLE, N.Y.--January 7, 2016-- Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (Nasdaq:CMTL) announced today that its Santa Clara, California-based subsidiary, Comtech Xicom Technology Inc., received an order for $3.4 million for Solid-State Power Amplifiers (SSPAs) to be used in an airborne, In-Flight Connectivity application. This order is a follow-on
Yulong Receives Final Approval of Technical Code by Henan Authorities for Using Recycled
January 7, 2016
PINGDINGSHAN, China--Yulong Eco-Materials Limited (NasdaqCM: YECO), an eco-friendly building products and construction waste management company, today announced that the Department of Transportation of Henan Province (the “Department”) gave final approval for the Company’s provincial technical code established to govern the use of
Schnitzer Reports First Quarter 2016 Financial Results
January 7, 2016
PORTLAND, Ore.--Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCHN) today reported financial results for its fiscal 2016 first quarter ended November 30, 2015. Both operating divisions, Auto and Metals Recycling (AMR) and Steel Manufacturing Business (SMB), generated positive operating income in the first quarter due to contributions from cost