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GE Improves Grid Reliability with New UL-Certified Smart Meters
March 24, 2015
ATLANTA--GE s Digital Energy business (NYSE:GE), in collaboration with Underwriters Laboratories (UL), has announced that its commercial and industrial smart meters have achieved a UL voluntary safety certification, making them the first meters of this type in the industry to receive this significant mark. In April 2014, GE announced that its
Superior Essex Announces Publication of Industry-First Optical Fiber EPDs
March 24, 2015
ATLANTA--Superior Essex announces that it is the first company in the telecommunications cable manufacturing industry to offer Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for Optical Fiber cables. EPDs have been published for twenty-five (25) Superior Essex premises optical fiber cable products, including multiple designs of plenum rated and riser
DEKRA Joins IMSA As Official Technical Partner For TUDOR Championship, Continental Tire Challenge
March 24, 2015
New Partnership Includes Title Sponsorship Of DEKRA Green Challenge AwardATLANTA--DEKRA North America, Inc. and the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) today announced a multi-year agreement that makes DEKRA the Official Technical Partner of the TUDOR United SportsCar Championship and Continental Tire SportsCar Challenge, as well as a
NRG eVgo Announces Electric Vehicle Charging Network in Atlanta
March 24, 2015
ATLANTA--NRG eVgo, a subsidiary of NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NRG), is expanding its comprehensive electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure designed to support EV drivers whenever and wherever they choose to charge - at single family or apartment residences, at work, on the road, or even at the airport to the Atlanta metro area. The new network will give
PT&C Forensics Announces Acquisition of LWG Consulting
March 24, 2015
ATLANTA--PT&C Forensics, Inc. (DBA PT&C Forensic Consulting Services, P.A.), a leading provider of forensic engineering services to the insurance claims industry, today announced that it has acquired global forensic engineering firm, LWG Consulting, Inc.Based in Northbrook, Illinois, LWG is a leader in forensic engineering, with over 20
DEKRA Announces Acquisition of Six Automotive Emission and Safety Inspection Stations in Utah
March 24, 2015
ATLANTA--DEKRA North America (NA), Inc. today announced the acquisition of six automotive inspection stations in Utah. DEKRA has acquired all of the Just Emissions testing locations in Salt Lake City, West Jordan, West Valley, Murray, Midvale, and Ogden, Utah, and will begin operations as DEKRA Just Emissions beginning today.Our stations specialize
GE s New Current Transformers Help Utilities Maximize Revenue and Decrease Cost, Orders Up 41
March 24, 2015
Orders of GE s EncompassTMand RevenueSenseTM600-Volt Current Transformers Up 41 Percent Since June LaunchProvides Utilities with an Accurate, Wide-Range Solution to Measure Distributed EnergyExceeds Accuracy Range Standards by IEEE for Revenue MeteringPerformance Range Reduces Asset and Operational CostsATLANTA--GE s Digital Energy business today
OSG to Open New Warehouse Facility in Georgia
March 24, 2015
GLENDALE HEIGHTS, IL - OSG Tap & Die, Inc. is expanding their presence in the Southeast by opening a new Regional Service Center at 5324 Georgia Highway 85 in Forest Park, Georgia. Set to open on December 1st, the 21,198-square-foot facility will stock a complete line of cutting tools, with over 25,000 SKUs for OSG taps, end mills, drills,
Axalta Presents Advances in Powder Coatings for Corrosion Protection and Visual Appeal
March 24, 2015
Researchers Share Special Metallic Visual Effects and Functional Protective Powder Coatings at FABTECH 2014 in Atlanta, GeorgiaGLEN MILLS, Pa.--Chemists Christopher Lopez and Reena Reddy from Axalta Coating Systems, a leading manufacturer of liquid and powder coatings, will present their work on powder coatings at FABTECH 2014 in Atlanta, GA on
Cut it & Weld it! at FABTECH 2014 Atlanta with KUKA Robotics Corporation
March 24, 2015
November 11-13th KUKA Robotics will show Plasma Cutting, and Welding, at FABTECH 2014 booth C-2956SHELBY TOWNSHIP, Mich. & ATLANTA--Visit KUKA Robotics in booth C-2956 during FABTECH North America s largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event held at the Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, GA, to see how KUKA Robots can
Orbotech Establishes an Advisory Board
March 24, 2015
YAVNE, Israel--Orbotech Ltd. (NASDAQ: ORBK) today announced the recent establishment of an Advisory Board, comprised of leading experts and strategic thinkers from throughout the electronics industry and related fields. The Advisory Board will provide practical guidance, insights and validation regarding the strategic plans and business development
Columbia Sportswear Launches First-Ever Performance Fishing Gear Concept Store in Alpharetta,
March 24, 2015
New PFG Store at the Avalon Mall Features Best of PFG s Performance and Lifestyle ProductsALPHARETTA, Ga.--Global outdoor leader Columbia Sportswear Company (NASDAQ:COLM) is pleased to announce the opening of its flagship Columbia brand s first-ever Performance Fishing Gear (PFG) concept store at the Avalon Mall in Alpharetta, Georgia.Atlanta is an
DEKRA North America Names Ken Meissner Vice President of Mergers and Acquisitions for DEKRA
March 24, 2015
ATLANTA--DEKRA North America (NA), Inc. today announced that Ken Meissner has been named to the new role of Vice President of Mergers and Acquisitions for DEKRA Automotive. In this role, Meissner will be responsible for leading and implementing an aggressive acquisition and organic growth strategy for the Automotive Inspections Group, which offers
Engle Martin Hires Ketch and Laytin, Promotes Funnell
March 24, 2015
ATLANTA--Engle Martin & Associates, a leading national provider of independent adjusting and third-party claims administrative services, has announced the additions of John Ketch and Bentley Laytin as well as the promotion of Richard Funnell.We are proud of our company s continued success and growth, and we know that the individuals in these
Axalta Coating Systems Employees Celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month
March 24, 2015
Axalta s North American facilities show their pinkGLEN MILLS, Pa.--Employees at Axalta Coating Systems, a leading manufacturer of liquid and powder coatings, celebrated Breast Cancer Awareness month by wearing pink. Hundreds of North American team members participated in Get Your Pink On day to show their support for co-workers, family members,
LogFire Announces New Members to Board of Directors
March 24, 2015
Two Well-known Business Leaders Appointed to Further Strengthen Board s Breadth of TalentATLANTA--LogFire, the leading multi-tenant cloud-based supply chain solutions provider, announced today that they have selected Neil Thall and Ken Walters as new members to their board of directors. With deep experience in business growth, technology
Vanderlande Acquires Smatec
March 24, 2015
Marietta, GA - Vanderlande has announced the acquisition of Smatec GmbH with immediate effect as a key part of its ongoing strategy of profitable growth. The takeover of the German company extends Vanderlandes product portfolio creating a knowledge center for new product development in its key markets. Smatec has over 25 years of experience in
Logility to Highlight Keys to Profitable Growth at IBF s Business Planning & Forecasting: Best
March 24, 2015
ATLANTA--Logility, Inc., a leading supplier of collaborative solutions to optimize the supply chain, will help attendees understand the keys to a more profitable supply chain at the IBF Business Planning & Forecasting: Best Practices Conference October 26-29, 2014 in Orlando, FL at Disney s Beach and Yacht Club Resort.Today s rapidly changing
Quala to Offer Bulk Container Cleaning, Bulk Transportation Services and Sustainable Container
March 24, 2015
Breaks Ground on New State-of-The-Art Facility in Savannah, GeorgiaTAMPA, Fla.--Quala, North America's leader in intermediate bulk container [IBC] cleaning and bulk transportation services as well as comprehensive sustainable container solutions, announced today they broke ground for their new state-of-the-art facility in Savannah, Georgia on
Minnesota Power Applauds Essar Steel Minnesota's Successful Refinancing as Positive News for Region
March 24, 2015
DULUTH, Minn.--Minnesota Power, a division of ALLETE, Inc. (NYSE: ALE) said today Essar Steel s announcement that the company has successfully completed the necessary financing to complete construction of its open-pit iron ore mine crushing, concentrating and pelletizing facilities is good news for the region.Essar has our complete confidence, and
Reed Construction Data Echoes Roots with Name Change to CMD
March 24, 2015
Leading Construction Data Provider s New Brand Emphasizes its Innovative BeginningsATLANTA--Reed Construction Data, one of the leading providers of construction information in North America, today announced it is rebranding itself as CMD, a nod to the company s original name: Construction Market Data. The new brand, which includes an updated logo
Rapiscan Systems Launches DETECTRA HX Hand-Held Explosive Trace Detection System
March 24, 2015
State-of-the-Art Solution Provides Rapid Detection with Low False Alarm RateATLANTA--Rapiscan Systems, Inc., a leading global supplier of security inspection systems, announced today at the 60th Annual ASIS International Seminar and Exhibit that it had launched the RAPISCAN DETECTRA HX, a lightweight and low-cost handheld explosive trace detection
NutraSweet to exit aspartame business segment by yearend
March 24, 2015
AUGUSTA, Ga.--The NutraSweet Company today announced that it will exit the aspartame segment of its business to concentrate on sales of other more profitable sweetener lines. As a result, the Company expects to shut down its aspartame and L-phenylalanine production plant by the end of 2014.By contrast, neotame and Twinsweet, our other sweeteners,
Identify Security Software Inc. Demonstrates Its Biometric DNA Customer Authentication Software On
March 24, 2015
New security software identifies a person based on who they are not by what they doBOCA RATON, Fla.--The people are not machines and cannot be expected to always follow complex exacting instructions to be recognized by their devices. Identify Security Software Inc., new security platform; iDentifyME offers a solution. An unprecedented level of
GE Oil & Gas Plans to Open an Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Jacksonville, Florida
March 24, 2015
GE s State-of-the-Art Facility to Deliver Innovative Oil and Gas Products to CustomersJACKSONVILLE, Fla.--GE (NYSE:GE) Oil & Gas announced today plans to invest more than $50 million in a new advanced manufacturing facility located in Jacksonville, Florida. The new facility will manufacture GE s Mooney regulators and Becker control valves for
Ryder Receives U.S. EPA 2014 SmartWay Excellence Award
March 24, 2015
Ryder Recognized as Top Program Performer and Leader for Freight Supply Chain Environmental Performance and Energy EfficiencyMIAMI--Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in commercial fleet management and supply chain solutions, today announced it was honored with a SmartWay Excellence Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for
David Gaboury to Serve on RS&H Board of Directors
March 24, 2015
JACKSONVILLE, Fla.--RS&H, one of the leading architecture, engineering and consulting firms in the nation, announced that David Gaboury, PE, will join the RS&H Board of Directors.David is a unique talent and great addition to our Board of DirectorsGaboury is widely recognized as an industry and business leader in consulting engineering. He
Axalta s Paint Shines on Chase Qualifying Racecars
March 24, 2015
GLEN MILLS, Pa.--Axalta Coating Systems paint is on six of the 16 motorsports teams racecars that qualified for the 2014 Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup. After last weekend s first race of the 10-week shootout at Chicagoland Speedway, all six drivers are still very alive in the competition and have a chance to be named Sprint Cup champion in
Sewall-Belmont House & Museum Honors Tupperware Brands Rick and Susan Goings with the Voice for
March 24, 2015
ORLANDO, Fla.--(NYSE:TUP) The Sewall-Belmont House & Museum bestowed Tupperware Brands Corporation s CEO Rick Goings and his wife, Susan, with the second annual Voice for Women award for their exemplary commitment to women s economic empowerment yesterday. The couple received the award at the prestigious Alice Award Luncheon hosted by the
EIZO Releases Next-Generation ATC Recording and Streaming Solution with Mission-Critical Redundancy
March 24, 2015
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla.--EIZO today announced the Re/Vue Mini 2, a single channel, lossless video and audio recording solution with built-in mission-critical redundancy for air traffic control. The new product features increased internal storage capacity and dual redundant power supplies and network adaptors for long term availability.Not only are
To Accommodate Rising Demand for Online Training, Heat Pipe Technology Opens YouTube Channel
March 24, 2015
Nine New Training Videos Teach Tech Skills for Use of HPT s Popular SelectPlus SoftwareTAMPA, Fla.--Heat Pipe Technology (HPT) a division of MiTek Industries, a Berkshire Hathaway company (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B), today announced that it has opened a YouTube channel to offer online training for use of its new SelectPlus heat pipe design software.
Rayonier Advanced Materials Hires Thomas Benner to Lead Performance Fibers Commercial Operations
March 24, 2015
Specialty Chemicals Veteran to Lead Sales, Marketing, Strategic Sourcing and R&D EffortsJACKSONVILLE, Fla.--Rayonier Advanced Materials (NYSE:RYAM) announced today that Thomas Benner is joining the company as Senior Vice President, Commercial, effective October 6, to lead the sales and marketing, strategic sourcing and R&D departments of
SDI Appoints Karim Kanji to the Board of Directors
March 24, 2015
TAMPA, Fla.--(TSX-V:SDZ) (OTCBB:SDEV)Security Devices International Inc. ( SDI or The Company ) is a defense technology company specializing in the development, manufacturing and sale of innovative, next generation non-lethal ammunition.Security Devices International Inc. ( SDI or The Company ) is pleased to name Karim Kanji to the board of
Food Logistics Names Ryder a Top 3PL & Cold Storage Provider
March 24, 2015
Ryder s Best-in-Class Supply Chain Execution Recognized in Food and Beverage IndustryMIAMI--Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in commercial transportation and supply chain management solutions, today announced it has been named one of 2014 s Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers by Food Logistics. The Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers serves
Ryder Promotes Best Practices for Fleet Expertise through Support of the Trucking Efficiency
March 24, 2015
MIAMI--Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in commercial fleet management and supply chain solutions, today announced its support of Trucking Efficiency, a joint initiative between the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) and the Carbon War Room (CWR). The initiative provides unbiased data on available vehicle technologies and
YEZZ Celebrates Miami Youth Soccer with Copa YEZZ
March 24, 2015
Annual tournament for children ages 6-12 to be held at Coral Reef Park on December 6thMIAMI--YEZZ, worldwide manufacturer of mobile devices, invites the Miami community to celebrate youth soccer with Copa YEZZ. Open to boys and girls ages 6-12, the annual soccer tournament is designed to encourage youth participation in sports, foster camaraderie,
Better Fuel Economy, Fewer Breakdowns, and Improved CSA Scores Cause Slay to Choose Ryder for Full
March 24, 2015
Ryder s Maintenance Expertise and Nationwide Network Helps Slay Improve Customer ServiceMIAMI--Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in commercial fleet management and supply chain solutions, announced that liquid and dry bulk carrier Slay Transportation Company, Inc. (Slay) signed a Ryder Full Service Lease agreement for 142 vehicles. Slay has
$500,000 Gift Creates Graduate Fellowship in Biomedical Engineering at Michigan State University
March 24, 2015
EAST LANSING, Mich.--Michigan State University s newest academic department has received $500,000 to attract some of the country s most talented graduate students in biomedical engineering.We are so pleased to support the convergence of traditional engineering and the developing technologies in the college s new departmentJack and Dottie Withrow of
B/E Aerospace to Sponsor December 1, 2014 Investor Meeting
March 24, 2015
WELLINGTON, Fla.--B/E Aerospace, Inc. (Nasdaq: BEAV), the world s leading manufacturer of aircraft cabin interior products and the world s leading provider of aerospace fasteners, consumables and logistics services, today announced that it will hold an investor meeting in New York, NY on Monday, December 1, 2014 to review 2015 financial guidance
Siemens to Supply Power Generation Equipment for Clean Energy Center in Ohio
March 24, 2015
ORLANDO, Fla.--Siemens has received an order from Black & Veatch for power generation equipment to be used at the Oregon Clean Energy Center (OCEC) in Oregon, Ohio scheduled to come on line by the summer of 2017. OCEC will be the site of a 869 megawatt H-class combined-cycle power plant (CCPP). Siemens will engineer and deliver the
MtronPTI Extends Spectrum Control with Solid State Power Amplifiers
March 24, 2015
Full line of VHF through K-band Modules Compliments RF & Microwave Filter OfferingsORLANDO, Fla.--MtronPTI, leader in precision frequency and spectrum control solutions for aerospace, defense, Internet, instrumentation and industrial markets, today announced the second product line expansion in two months: introducing a full line of solid state
KCARC Implements NGC s Shop Floor Control Software
March 24, 2015
MIAMI--KCARC, an organization committed to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities in Indiana, has selected NGC s Shop Floor Control platform to help manage its apparel manufacturing processes. KCARC has been providing employment, programs and services to people with disabilities since 1972. NGC s Shop Floor Control platform will allow
Custom Bicycle Manufacturer Republic Bike Provides Companies with Custom Two-Wheeled Thank-Yous
March 24, 2015
DANIA BEACH, Fla.--Restaurant gift cards are o.k. Gift baskets are quaint. Jelly of the Month clubs could be clawing back But when it comes to showing employees that they are truly appreciated, many companies are looking for another way to say Thanks!Custom bike manufacturer Republic Bike helps unique companies looking for an equally unique gift
Supply & Demand Chain Executive Names Ryder a Green Supply Chain Award Winner
March 24, 2015
MIAMI--Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in commercial fleet management and supply chain solutions, today announced that it was named a 2014 Green Supply Chain Award winner by Supply & Demand Chain Executive (SDCE). The Green Supply Chain Awards recognize companies making green or sustainability a core part of their supply chain strategy
Ryder Signs Alliance with Mansfield Clean Energy Partners to Provide Natural Gas Vehicle Solutions
March 24, 2015
MIAMI--Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in commercial fleet management and supply chain solutions, today announced that it has signed a strategic alliance agreement with Mansfield Clean Energy Partners, a joint venture founded by Mansfield Energy Corp., one of the nation s largest providers of transportation fuel, and Clean Energy Fuels
Ryder Partners with Hiring Our Heroes and FASTPORT to Help Veterans & Transitioning Service
March 24, 2015
MIAMI--Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in commercial fleet management and supply chain solutions, today announced its partnership with Hiring Our Heroes and FASTPORT to assist veterans, transitioning service members, and their spouses in finding great careers in the trucking industry through the Trucking Track Mentoring Program.We are
Ryder Oil & Gas Expert to Speak at Annual Global Oil & Energy Supply Chain Leaders
March 24, 2015
MIAMI--Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in commercial fleet management and supply chain solutions, today announced that it will serve as a sponsor of the 2nd Annual Global Oil & Energy Supply Chain Leaders Conference November 11 13 in Houston, Texas. The annual conference presents an opportunity for executives within the oil & gas
IFCO Opens State-of-the-Art Sanitation Facility in Fresno, California
March 24, 2015
Leading global RPC Provider Responds to Growing Demand with Sixth North American FacilityTAMPA, Fla.--IFCO SYSTEMS has opened its newest reusable plastic container (RPC) Service Center in Fresno, California. The 200,000 square foot facility is equipped to wash, sanitize, and dry more than 95,000 RPCs per day, and ship and receive approximately 120
Rider Sandals Announces Partnership with Rock Band Surfer Blood
March 24, 2015
Rider s growing roster of brand ambassadors spreads good times and a passion for the outdoorsORLANDO, Fla.--Brazilian footwear brand Rider Sandals today announced it has signed popular Indie rock band Surfer Blood as the newest member of its growing brand ambassador program. The band, based in West Palm Beach, Florida, embodies the Rider brand s
Heat Pipe Technology s Ken Jurgensmeyer Wins FLATE 2014 Distinguished Industry Service Award
March 24, 2015
This Prestigious Award Recognizes Mr. Jurgensmeyer s Work with Area Schools to Promote Manufacturing Awareness and CareersTAMPA, Fla.--Heat Pipe Technology (HPT) a division of MiTek Industries, a Berkshire Hathaway company (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B), today announced that Ken Jurgensmeyer, HPT s Director of Engineering and Operations, has won the