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CARVEsmart™ Announces Agreement with Orange Vise Company
February 3, 2016
This arrangement gives Orange Vise the exclusive opportunity to offer CARVEsmart patented features in the Orange Vise Integrated Jaw System (IJS).
voxeljet AG Issues Financial Guidance for the Year Ending December 31, 2016
February 2, 2016
FRIEDBERG, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--voxeljet AG (NYSE:VJET) (the “Company”, or “voxeljet”), a leading provider of high-speed, large-format 3D printers and on-demand parts services to industrial and commercial customers, today issued financial guidance for the year ending December 31, 2016. Revenue is expected to be in the
Miller Announces 'New Year – New Build' Sweepstakes for 2016
February 2, 2016
APPLETON, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Miller Electric Mfg. Co. has announced the 2016 New Year – New Build Sweepstakes, which will award new welding equipment and gear to 23 winners over a 90-day period. Visitors to MillerWelds.com/New-Year can complete the entry up to once monthly from Feb. 2 through April 30, 2016 — for a chance to win one
ConAgra Foods, Inc. Announces Cash Tender Offer for $1.4 Billion Aggregate Principal Amount of
February 2, 2016
OMAHA, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ConAgra Foods, Inc. (NYSE: CAG) ("ConAgra Foods") announced today it has commenced a tender offer (the "Tender Offer") to purchase for cash up to $1.4 billion combined aggregate principal amount (the "Maximum Tender Amount") of its 5.819% Senior Notes due 2017 (the "2017 Notes"), its 7.000% Senior Notes due 2019 (the
Analog Devices, Inc. to Report First Quarter Fiscal Year 2016 Financial Results on Wednesday,
February 2, 2016
NORWOOD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) today announced it will release financial results for the first quarter fiscal year 2016 at 8 a.m. eastern time on Wednesday, February 17, 2016. Following the press release, the company will hold a conference call at 10:00 a.m. eastern time, the same day. To participate in the live
Silgan Announces 2015 Earnings and Continued Progress on Footprint Optimization
February 2, 2016
STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Silgan Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq:SLGN), a leading supplier of rigid packaging for shelf-stable food and other consumer goods products, today reported full year 2015 net income of $172.4 million, or $2.81 per diluted share, as compared to full year 2014 net income of $182.4 million, or $2.86 per diluted share. “In
Sparton Corporation Reports Fiscal 2016 Second Quarter Results
February 2, 2016
SCHAUMBURG, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sparton Corporation (NYSE: SPA) today announced results for the second quarter of fiscal 2016 ended December 27, 2015. The Company reported second quarter sales of $103.5 million, an increase of 21%, from $85.6 million for the second quarter of fiscal 2015. Operating income for the second quarter of fiscal
Eagle Materials Declares Quarterly Dividend
February 2, 2016
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Eagle Materials Inc. (NYSE: EXP) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.10 per share, payable on May 13, 2016, to stockholders of record of its Common Stock at the close of business on April 15, 2016. About Eagle Materials Inc. Eagle Materials Inc. manufactures and distributes Cement, Gypsum
Summit Materials Announces Fourth Quarter 2015 Conference Call
February 2, 2016
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Summit Materials, Inc., (NYSE:SUM), a leading vertically integrated construction materials company, today announced that it will release fourth quarter and full year 2015 financial results before the market opens on Thursday, February 11, 2016. A conference call will be held that same day at 11:00 a.m. eastern time (9:00
CSS Industries, Inc. Announces Acquisition of the Business and Assets of Blumenthal Lansing Company,
February 2, 2016
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CSS Industries, Inc. (NYSE: CSS) announced today that it has completed the acquisition of substantially all of the business and assets of Blumenthal Lansing Company, LLC (“Blumenthal”). Blumenthal is the leading provider of buttons to the sewing and craft markets in the United States, selling to mass
PVH Corp. and Apax Partners Announce Agreement for PVH to Acquire the Remaining Interests in the
February 2, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PVH Corp. [NYSE:PVH] and funds advised by Apax Partners announced today that they have entered into a definitive agreement for PVH to acquire the 55% interest in TH Asia Ltd., their joint venture for Tommy Hilfiger in China, that PVH did not already own. The purchase price for the transaction is approximately $172
Fitch Downgrades CSN to 'B-'; Outlook Remains Negative
February 2, 2016
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fitch Ratings has downgraded the Long-term Foreign and Local currency Issuer Default Ratings (IDRs) for Companhia Siderurgica Nacional (CSN) to 'B-' from 'B+'. In addition, Fitch downgrades the company's National scale rating to 'BBB-(bra)' from 'A-(bra)'. The Rating Outlook remains Negative. A full list of rating actions
Rexnord Reports Q3 FY2016 Financial Results
February 2, 2016
MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rexnord Corporation (NYSE:RXN) Third Quarter Highlights Net sales were $460 million. Net sales decreased 7% year over year (-4% core sales, +1% acquisitions, -4% foreign currency) Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations was $0.24 compared with $0.06 in the prior year Adjusted earnings per share was $0.38
Evoqua Water Technologies’ Memcor® Product Line Introduces New Double-Ended Submerged
February 2, 2016
PITTSBURGH & SAN ANTONIO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Evoqua Water Technologies today announced that its Memcor® product line will introduce a new ultrafiltration system that allows customers to design submerged membrane systems with the lowest cost of ownership in the membrane industry. The new product – called Memcor® CSII
3M Increases Dividend 8 Percent; Authorizes $10 Billion Share Repurchase Program
February 2, 2016
ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The 3M Board of Directors (NYSE:MMM) today declared a dividend on the company’s common stock of $1.11 per share for the first quarter of 2016, an 8 percent increase over the quarterly dividend paid in 2015. The dividend is payable March 12, 2016, to shareholders of record at the close of business on Feb. 12,
AAMSI Awarded Prime Contract For B-2 Bomber IFF System Service & Repair
February 2, 2016
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Associated Aircraft Manufacturing and Sales, Inc (AAMSI) has been awarded a Prime Contract by the U.S. Air Force to service and repair the AN/APX-110 IFF Transponder. The five year contract to service the IFF system for the B-2 Spirit Bomber is AAMSI’s first Prime Contract with the U.S. Air
Watts Water Technologies Announces Webcast of Its Presentation at the Gabelli’s 2016 Pump, Valve
February 2, 2016
NORTH ANDOVER, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Watts Water Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: WTS) today announced that Robert Pagano, its President and Chief Executive Officer, and Todd Trapp, its CFO, will present at Gabelli’s 2016 Pump, Valve and Water Systems Symposium at the Grand Hyatt, New York on Thursday, February 25, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern
Radiation Shield Technologies Secures Numerous Canadian and Other International Patents for Demron
February 2, 2016
MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ronald DeMeo, MD, CEO of Radiation Shield Technologies, today announced the company has been granted several new Canadian patents and several other international patents that further safeguard RST’s intellectual property and its ability to manufacture, market and sell its proprietary Demron personal-protection gear.
Technavio Releases New Report on the Global Packaging Machinery Market 2016-2020
February 2, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio’s latest packaging industry report covers the present scenario and growth prospects for the global packaging machinery market during the period 2016-2020. In this report, Technavio’s transportation and logistics research experts announce their key market highlights for the global personality identity
Technavio Announces Top Six Vendors in the Global Frozen Food Packaging Market Until 2020
February 2, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio has announced the top six leading vendors for the global frozen food packaging market in their latest research report. This report also lists 11 other prominent vendors who are expected to contribute to this market’s growth over the forecast period. To identify the top vendors, Technavio’s market
Major Milestone in Community Effort to Protect Hawai?i’s Puak? Reef From Further Pollution
February 2, 2016
PUAKŌ, Hawaiʻi--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, the Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) released a highly anticipated Preliminary Engineering Report that charts the path forward for protecting one of the most significant reefs in the main Hawaiian Islands. The report puts forth a formal recommendation for a new, community-wide sewage treatment facility.
FIRST® Announces Three New Strategic Alliances: Alpha Omega Epsilon, the ECIA Foundation, and Sigma
February 2, 2016
MANCHESTER, N.H.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--FIRST® (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology), an international K-12 not-for-profit organization that inspires young people’s interest and participation in science and technology, announced new Alliance collaborations with three organizations: Alpha Omega Epsilon, Electronics
IPG Photonics Corporation to Announce Fourth-Quarter 2015 Financial Results on February 12
February 2, 2016
OXFORD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--IPG Photonics Corporation (NASDAQ: IPGP) announced today that in conjunction with its scheduled quarterly financial results news release, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Dr. Valentin P. Gapontsev and Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Timothy P.V. Mammen will host the Company’s
Investors Pour $280 Million Into Tennessee Startups
February 2, 2016
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Launch Tennessee (LaunchTN) announced today that Tennessee businesses attracted more than $280 million from investors in 2015, bringing aggregate investment in the state’s startups to more than $945 million since the private-public partnership began tracking investment data in 2012. Investment activity last
Columbia Sportswear Company Announces Realignment of Montrail as a Sub-Brand of Columbia
February 2, 2016
PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Columbia Sportswear Company (Nasdaq: COLM), announced today a realignment of the Montrail trail running footwear brand as a sub-brand of its flagship Columbia brand. The move signals an increased commitment to the trail running category. Beginning in Spring 2017, Columbia’s trail running apparel, footwear and
Fitch: 10 Most Distressed LatAm Corporates; Debt Restructuring May Be Unavoidable for CSN
February 2, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Link to Fitch Ratings' Report: Companhia Siderurgica Nacional—Scenario Analysis (The Next Giant to Fall?) https://www.fitchratings.com/creditdesk/reports/report_frame.cfm?rpt_id=876887 It is unlikely Companhia Siderurgica Nacional (CSN) will achieve free cash flow neutrality through asset sales, heightening risk of
Global Foodservice Disposables Market to Generate USD 76.2 Billion by 2020, Says Technavio
February 2, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The global foodservice disposables market is set to grow at a CAGR of nearly 6.3%, according to Technavio’s latest report. In this report, Technavio covers the market outlook and growth prospects of the global foodservice disposables market for 2016-2020. To calculate the market size, the report takes into account the
Growing E-Commerce Industry to Boost Global Corrugated Box Packaging Market Through 2020, Says
February 2, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio analysts forecast the global corrugated box packaging market to grow at a CAGR of 4.8% through 2020, according to their latest report. The research study covers the present scenario and growth prospects of the global corrugated box packaging market 2016-2020. Based on end-user, the market is divided into the
Audax Private Equity Announces the Acquisition of Preferred Compounding
February 2, 2016
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Audax Private Equity (“Audax”) today announced that it has partnered with management to acquire Preferred Compounding (“Preferred”) from Wingate Partners. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Headquartered in Barberton, Ohio, Preferred is a leading developer and manufacturer of highly
Renesas Electronics Develops Hardware Fault Detection and Prediction Technologies to Support
February 2, 2016
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Renesas Electronics Corporation (TSE:6723), a premier supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, today announced the development of hardware fault detection and prediction technologies for functional safety in automotive computing systems. Renesas has also successfully developed a prototype of an automotive computing
Infiniti Reports U.S. Sales for January 2016
February 2, 2016
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Infiniti:               2016           2015           % Change January 2016 Sales           8,514           9,658           -11.8 Total 2016 Sales  
Emergence of Sensor-Less Controls to Drive the Global Brushless DC Motors Market Until 2020, Says
February 2, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--According to the latest market research report by Technavio, the global brushless DC motors market is expected to grow at a CAGR of close to 13% until 2020. In this report, Technavio covers the present scenario and growth prospects of the biometrics-as-a-service market for 2016-2020. The market size has been calculated
Technavio Identifies Top Three Emerging Trends for the Global Commercial Purpose Drones Market
February 2, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio’s latest global commercial-purpose drones market 2016-2020 report highlights the top three emerging trends predicted to impact the market growth through 2020. Technavio defines an emerging trend as something that has potential for significant impact on the market and contributes to its growth or decline.
Bonitasoft BPM Platform Proven Strategic for Companies Accelerating Their Digital Transformation
February 2, 2016
PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bonitasoft, the fastest-growing provider of business process management (BPM) solutions, confirmed in 2015 that core-business, customer-centric BPM-based applications are scalable to accommodate millions of users. A major telecom operator in Europe was experiencing blockages due to ineffective manual monitoring of its
Growing Complexity of In-House Logistics Operations Propelling the 3PL Market in the US, Says
February 2, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--According to the latest research report released by Technavio, the 3PL market in the US is predicted to reach over USD 94 billion by 2020. This report titled ‘Third Party Logistics (3PL) Market in the US 2016-2020’, provides an in-depth analysis of the market in terms of revenue and emerging trends. This market
Tigo Announces Launch of the TS4-R – Offering the Most Cost Effective MLPE to Any Retrofit Solar
February 2, 2016
LOS GATOS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tigo, the Smart Module market leader, today announced the availability of the TS4-R. The TS4-R joins the family of the TS4 Platform which enables module manufacturers and installers to standardize on a single platform and utilize any of the cost effective Module Level Power Electronic (MLPE) functions currently
Transplace Introduces Preferred Shipper Checklist
February 2, 2016
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Transplace, a leading provider of transportation management services and logistics technology, today announced that it has developed a Preferred Shipper Checklist to help companies better understand the best practices for becoming a shipper of choice for their carrier partners. The industry initiative, in collaboration with
Cheers to American Craft Beer Week®
February 2, 2016
--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Brewers Association: WHAT:     For the 11th year in a row, the Brewers Association has declared American Craft Beer Week (ACBW), the nationwide celebration of U.S. small and independent craft brewers. The weeklong tribute provides an opportunity for craft brewers to share their diversity, creativity and passion for the
Richardson Electronics and Tecate Group Sign Global Distribution Agreement
February 2, 2016
LAFOX, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Richardson Electronics, Ltd. (NASDAQ: RELL) announced today a new global distribution agreement with the Tecate Group, a global supplier of electronic components and assemblies. The agreement aligns with both companies’ pursuit of supplying and supporting solutions that satisfy even the most demanding
ParkOhio Announces Quarterly Dividend
February 2, 2016
CLEVELAND, OHIO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Park-Ohio Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ: PKOH) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.125 per share on the common stock outstanding, to be paid on February 29, 2016, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on February 15, 2016. ParkOhio is a leading provider of supply
PMI Members Donate Hundreds of Faucets and Supplies Installed by UA Plumbers in Flint
February 2, 2016
FLINT, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In response to the drinking water crisis in Flint, Mich., members of Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI) donated hundreds of faucets and other plumbing supplies that were installed last weekend in more than 1,500 homes. A team of nearly 470 plumbers from local unions of the United Association of Journeymen and
Trafficware Drives R&D Development to Deliver Most Desirable Traffic Management System
February 2, 2016
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Trafficware releases version 2.4 of its market-leading central traffic management system ATMS.now™, an advanced traffic management system (ATMS), used by hundreds of state and local Departments of Transportation around the country. As cities rise to the challenge of managing complex transportation networks, agencies
View Announces Dynamic Glass Installation at Levi’s® Stadium, Home of the San Francisco 49ers
February 2, 2016
MILPITAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--View®, the leader in dynamic glass, today announced that its smart windows have been installed at Levi’s® Stadium, the home of the San Francisco 49ers. Located in Santa Clara, Calif., this 18-month-old iconic facility continues to demonstrate leadership in technology, sustainability, and fan
MakerBot and Stratasys Announce Sales Partnership Program
February 2, 2016
BROOKLYN, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, MakerBot and Stratasys announced a sales partnership program that allows both companies to extend the cross-selling of their products and opens the door for sales partners to offer MakerBot and Stratasys 3D Printers. MakerBot is also launching a training program to familiarize Stratasys resellers and
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. to Broadcast Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2015 Conference Call Live
February 2, 2016
RALEIGH, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. (NYSE:MLM) today announced that it will provide an online Web simulcast of its fourth quarter and full year 2015 earnings conference call on Tuesday, February 9, 2016. The Company will release results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2015, that morning before the
Takata to Act on All Recommendations of Independent Quality Assurance Panel Chaired by Former
February 2, 2016
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. & TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Takata Corporation, a leading global supplier of automotive safety systems, announced today that it has received the findings of an independent review. This review, conducted by the Takata Corporation Quality Assurance Panel (“the Panel”), assessed Takata’s current quality-related
Toyota Motor Sales Posts January 2016 Results
February 2, 2016
TORRANCE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. today reported January 2016 sales. With two fewer selling days in January of 2016, sales were up 3.3 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis. Total sales volume for January was 161,283 units, a decrease of 4.7 percent from January 2015 on a volume basis. Toyota
50’ 8/4 SOOW Twist Lock Extension Power Cord Released by Larson Electronics
February 2, 2016
KEMP, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Longtime leading supplier of explosion proof lighting equipment Larson Electronics has announced the release of a fifty foot extension cord with twist lock connectors to ensure a tight connection when operating equipment in the work area. The EXC-50-8.4-30A-L16.30 twist lock extension power cord from Larson Electronics
St. Jude Medical Announces 2016 Annual Analyst and Investor Meeting
February 2, 2016
ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--St. Jude Medical, Inc. (NYSE: STJ), a global medical device company, will hold its 2016 Annual Analyst and Investor Meeting on Friday, Feb. 5, 2016, from 8 a.m. to approximately 12 p.m. Eastern Standard Time in New York City. A live webcast will be available via the St. Jude Medical Investor Relations website:
Popular Seki City Video "A what-if story" Revitalizes Local Economy
February 2, 2016
SEKI, Japan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--To promote broad awareness of its status as a world-leading blade producer, Seki City in Gifu Prefecture produced a promotional video entitled "A what-if story," which was released on Seki City's official YouTube channel on September 30, 2015. By January 27, 2016, the video had accumulated 227,554 views on official