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FUJIFILM Completes Acquisition of Kalon Biotherapeutics
March 24, 2015
MORRISVILLE, N.C. & COLLEGE STATION, Texas--FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies U.S.A. Inc. (FDBU), a FUJIFILM Corporation subsidiary, today announced the completion of its acquisition of Kalon Biotherapeutics LLC, marking an important new chapter in the emergence of the Texas biosciences industry as a center for world-class development and
Cree Launches Industry s First Extreme High Power LEDs to Radically Reduce System Cost
March 24, 2015
XHP LEDs Leverage SC5 Technology Platform to Double the Light Output of a Single LEDDURHAM, N.C.--Cree, Inc. (Nasdaq: CREE) announces the commercial availability of XLamp Extreme High Power (XHP) LEDs, a new class of LEDs that enable a system cost reduction of up to 40 percent for lighting applications. The first LEDs powered by Cree s
Sumitomo Electric Lightwave Introduces Industry s First 432 Fiber Plenum Ribbon Cable, Expanding Its
March 24, 2015
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C.--Sumitomo Electric Lightwave (www.sumitomoelectric.com), a leader in the development and manufacturing of optical fiber and connectivity solutions, today announced the introduction of its new dry Flexible Indoor Plenum Rated Ribbon Cable, the industry s first with up to 432 fibers.We continue to strive to bring new and
Garlock Sealing Technologies Receives Favorable Decision in Asbestos Claims Resolution Process
March 24, 2015
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--EnPro Industries, Inc. (NYSE:NPO) announced that Garlock Sealing Technologies yesterday received a favorable decision from the Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of NC in its continuing asbestos claims resolution process. The ruling, by Judge George Hodges, denied a motion filed by the asbestos claimants' committee to
Honda Aero, Inc. Announces Production Launch of First Jet Engine Produced in New, State-of-the-Art
March 24, 2015
Further expanding company founder Soichiro Honda's dream of providing new and exciting ways to enhance mobility, Honda Aero, Inc. (HAI) celebrates the first production launch of its new HF120 turbofan engine completed at its new, state-of-the-art production facility in Burlington, North Carolina.The HF120 engine is the result of a joint venture
Carlisle Companies to Present at Baird s Industrial Conference in ChicagoNovember 11
March 24, 2015
Robert W. Baird Industrial Conference 2014CHARLOTTE, N.C.--David A. Roberts, Chairman, President and CEO of Carlisle Companies Incorporated (NYSE:CSL), will be presenting at the Baird 2014 Industrial Conference at the Four Seasons Hotel at 120 Delaware Place in Chicago, IL, today, November 11, at 1:30 p.m. (Central). PowerPoint slides of the
Ingersoll Rand Power Tools Named A Preferred Tool Provider for Gas Monkey Garage
March 24, 2015
Ingersoll Rand to Set Up Shop with Gas Monkey Garage at the 2014 SEMA Show; Work on Custom Automotive Build in 2015DAVIDSON, N.C.--Ingersoll Rand, a global leader in compressed air systems and services, power tools, material handling, and fluid management equipment, announced that its power tools business is a new preferred tool provider for Gas
Remote Operating Capabilities in New ARO Increase Reliability, Productivity and Safety of Fluid
March 24, 2015
Automated Control System Supports Batching and Dispensing OperationsDAVIDSON, N.C.--Ingersoll Rand, a global leader in compressed air systems and services, power tools and fluid and material handling equipment, delivers on the promise of touch-and-walk-away automation with the new ARO Controller. The Controller works seamlessly with ARO EXP Series
Road King Technologies Chooses Telit to Ensure Timely Delivery of Ready Mix Concrete
March 24, 2015
The Telit HE910 cellular module and Jupiter JF2 positioning module combine to drive operational savings and reduce product loss.RALEIGH, N.C.--Telit Wireless Solutions, a global provider of high-quality machine-to-machine (M2M) solutions, products and services, today announced that Road King Technologies, a fleet management & automation company
GE Hitachi Awarded Nearly $300 Million in Outage Services and Fuel Contracts by Exelon Generation
March 24, 2015
Original Equipment Manufacturer to Provide Outage Services to Entire Fleet of Exelon Boiling Water Reactors While Extending Fuel Agreement for Several PlantsWILMINGTON, N.C.--Exelon Generation, operator of the largest nuclear fleet in the U.S., has awarded an integrated outage contract to GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GEH) for the utility s entire
Cree Announces Increase of Company s Stock Repurchase Program
March 24, 2015
Aggregate Purchase Price Increased to $550 Million for Fiscal Year 2015DURHAM, N.C.--On October 27, 2014, the board of directors of Cree, Inc. (Nasdaq: CREE)(the Company ) approved an increase in the amount of the Company s stock repurchase program. Pursuant to the program, the Company is now authorized to repurchase shares of its common stock
Ingersoll Rand Adds Small Rotary Compressors to R-Series Line for Enhanced Reliability
March 24, 2015
V-Shield Technology Reduces Leak Paths and Connections by 15 PercentDAVIDSON, N.C.--Ingersoll Rand, a global leader in compressed air systems and services, power tools and fluid and material handling equipment, extends its R-Series line of compressed air solutions to include small rotary compressors with V-Shield technology to reduce leaks and
Michael Baker International Expands North Carolina Planning Practice with New Environmental Expert
March 24, 2015
William Rice II Joins the Company as Environmental Planning LeadCARY, N.C.--Michael Baker International is pleased to announce that William Rice II, CEI, has joined the Cary, North Carolina office as Environmental Planning Lead. In this role, Mr. Rice will use his extensive industry experience to expand the Company s Planning Practice by
SPATCO Energy Solutions Sells First North American Galileo Cryobox, a Site-Based LNG Production
March 24, 2015
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--SPATCO Energy Solutions, North American distributor for Galileo USA, today announced the sale of the first North American Galileo Cryobox Nano Station to Terra Energy Group. Scheduled to be operational in early 2015, the Cryobox will capture natural gas that would otherwise be flared off from the oil and gas fields in North Dakota,
Save the Date -- Varrow Madness 2015
March 24, 2015
GREENSBORO, N.C.--College basketball, St. Patrick s Day, all-star partners and innovative technology can mean only one thing Varrow Madness is back! Varrow, Inc. invites you to the fifth annual Varrow Madness! Break out your favorite college basketball gear and join in on the madness on March 19th at the Koury Convention Center in Greensboro,
Michael Baker International Strengthens Mid-Atlantic Stream and Wetland Team
March 24, 2015
Christopher Tomsic and Jacob Byers Join the Company s Mid-Atlantic Stream and Wetland TeamASHEVILLE, N.C.--Michael Baker International has strengthened its Stream and Wetland team with the addition of Christopher Tomsic, P.E., CFM, ENV SP, as Water Resources Engineer and Jacob (Jake) Byers, P.E., as Lead Ecosystem Engineer in the firm s Asheville,
Ingersoll Rand Leader Honored with Prestigious Women Worth Watching Award
March 24, 2015
DAVIDSON, N.C.--Maria Blase, president of the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and Transport Solutions Latin America business at Ingersoll Rand, was announced as a winner of Diversity Journal s 13th annual Women Worth Watching Award. Blase is among 160 executives chosen for the prestigious honor and will be featured in Diversity
Varrow Named to CRN Fast Growth 150 List
March 24, 2015
Prestigious List Recognizes Elite Group of Fastest Growing Solution Providers in the IT ChannelGREENSBORO, N.C.--Varrow, Inc. announced today that it has been named to the CRN Fast Growth 150 list. The Fast Growth 150 list recognizes those solution providers that have been the fastest growing over a two-year period based on gross revenue from
ClassOne Acquires Microprocess Technologies Product Lines
March 24, 2015
KALISPELL, Mont., - ClassOne Technology, the wet-chemistry semiconductor equipment manufacturer, has announced the acquisition of two complete product lines from Microprocess Technologies. Included in the acquisition are the Microprocess Spin Rinse Dryer (SRD) and Spray Solvent Tool (SST) families -- which have become ClassOne's Trident(TM) SRD and
Peabody Energy and ArcelorMittal Obtain Majority Interest in Macarthur Coal; Offer Now Unconditional
March 24, 2015
ST. LOUIS, Luxembourg--Regulatory News: Peabody Energy (NYSE: BTU) and ArcelorMittal (NYSE: MT) have achieved majority control of Macarthur Coal Ltd (ASX: MCC) following acceptances under PEAMCoal Pty Ltd's takeover bid in respect of more than 50.01% of the Macarthur shares.PEAMCoal Pty Ltd disclosed today that it has a relevant interest in
Peabody Energy and ArcelorMittal Lodge Bidder's Statement for Macarthur Coal Offer
March 24, 2015
ST. LOUIS & LUXEMBOURG--Regulatory News: Peabody Energy (NYSE: BTU) and ArcelorMittal (NYSE: MT) has lodged with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) the Bidder's Statement for their all-cash off-market takeover bid to acquire all the shares in Macarthur Coal Ltd (ASX: MCC).A copy of the Bidder's Statement is
U.S. Antimony Reports Significant Purchase Order
March 24, 2015
THOMPSON FALLS, Mont.--United States Antimony Corporation (USAC, OTCBB uamy.ob) reported the receipt of a significant multi-year purchase order for antimony oxide from a global manufacturer of electrical supplies. USAC intends to fill the order from its new Corral Blanco flotation mill in Guanajuato, Mexico. The mill will be ready for start up
Clean Power Concepts signs lease for Montana Canola Crush Plant
March 24, 2015
REGINA, Saskatchewan--Clean Power Concepts Inc. (Clean Power) (Over-The-Counter Bulletin Board: CPOW) has signed a lease agreement for the property and equipment of a oilseed crush plant with Great Plains Oil Exploration (Great Plains). The oilseed processing plant is located in Culbertson, Montana.Mr. Mike Shenher, C.E.O. of Clean Power Concepts,
Antares Vision Installs 100th ATS 3.0 Pharmaceutical Track and Trace System, Helping the Company's
March 24, 2015
Since the installation of its first track and trace system in 2008, Antares Vision has become a technology front runner for pharmaceutical inspection systems and a leader in complete hardware and software solutions for pharmaceutical serialization and track and trace.MT. LAUREL, N.J.--Antares Vision, a leading supplier of inspection and
Axalta Scientists Present Collaborative Research Conducted with MIT on New Technologies for
March 24, 2015
2015 Waterborne Symposium Audience Learns About Innovative technology and Process for Analyzing and Predicting Properties of Liquid CoatingsAxalta Coating Systems Research Fellow, Dr. Michael Koerner and Devan Kestel, Axalta Coating Systems Chemical Engineer, presented their research at the 2015 Waterborne Symposium at the University of Southern
Axalta Scientists Present Collaborative Research Conducted with MIT on New Technologies for
March 24, 2015
2015 Waterborne Symposium Audience Learns About Innovative technology and Process for Analyzing and Predicting Properties of Liquid CoatingsGLEN MILLS, Pa.--MIT Research Fellow Dr. Michael Koerner and Devan Kestel, Axalta Coating Systems Chemical Engineer, presented their research at the 2015 Waterborne Symposium at the University of Southern
Technip Awarded Two Subsea Contracts in the Gulf of Mexico by Stone Energy Corporation
March 24, 2015
Leveraging its unique subsea vertical integrationUnique vertical integration - Technip to design, manufacture and install the flexible pipeFirst class assets and technologies Technip to leverage its technologically advanced manufacturing plant and high performing vesselPARIS--Regulatory News:Technip is proud to bring its experience and to leverage
Commercial Production Begins at Chevron's New Premium Base Oil Plant
March 24, 2015
Pascagoula, Mississippi facility positions Chevron to be the world's largest producer of premium base oilSAN RAMON, Calif.--Chevron Corporation (NYSE:CVX) subsidiary Chevron U.S.A. Inc. announced that it has begun commercial production of premium base oils from a newly constructed manufacturing facility at the company's Pascagoula refinery.The
SodaStream Launches Ultimate Mixologist Contest
March 24, 2015
Leading At-Home Custom Beverage Maker Empowers Consumers to Imagine What They Can Do With a SodaStreamMOUNT LAUREL, N. J.--SodaStream, the world leader in home beverage carbonation stations, is continuing its ongoing mission to empower consumers by launching the Ultimate Mixologist Contest. Beginning July 2, 2014, SodaStream will invite consumers
SodaStream Celebrates May with MOMPOWERMENT
March 24, 2015
Leading Home Beverage Maker Announces Online Contest for Moms and Celebrates Mother's Day with Original Beverage Recipes on the Rachael Ray ShowMOUNT LAUREL, N.J.--SodaStream, the world leader in home beverage carbonation stations, is honoring moms during the month of May with their MOMPOWERMENT contest. Consumers can go to SodaStream's Facebook
Sanderson Farms to Participate in Stephens 2013 Spring Investment Conference
March 24, 2015
LAUREL, Miss.-- Sanderson Farms, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAFM) today announced that management will participate in the Stephens 2013 Spring Investment Conference to be held June 4-5, 2013, at The New York Palace Hotel in New York City.The investor presentation by Joe F. Sanderson, Jr., chairman and chief executive officer, Lampkin Butts, president
Mississippi Dealers Send Relief Supplies to Help Staten Island Residents in Time of Need
March 24, 2015
Ford dealers from the Hattiesburg, Miss. area are collecting 80 pallets full of canned goods, diapers, personal care items, blankets, batteries and bottled water to fill a semi-truck trailer bound for Dana Ford Lincoln in Staten Island, N.Y. Staten Island was hit particularly hard by Hurricane Sandy and these Mississippi Ford dealers are pitching
Jacobs Receives Modification of Facility Operating Services Contract to Extend Services to the
March 24, 2015
PASADENA, Calif.--Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (NYSE:JEC) has received a modification for its Facility Operations Service Contract (FOSC) at NASA's Stennis Space Center (SSC) in Hancock County, Miss., adding facility operating services for the former Mississippi Army Ammunition Plant (MSAAP) following a 14 month transition.We are pleased to
Mississippi Phosphates Corporation Announces Contract Extension
March 24, 2015
PASCAGOULA, Miss.-- Mississippi Phosphates Corporation (MPC), a wholly owned subsidiary of Phosphate Holdings, Inc. (OTC: PHOS), today announced that it and OCP S.A. (OCP) have agreed to extend the term of their Agreement for the Purchase and Sale of Phosphate Rock dated August 27, 2009, through December 31, 2012. The Agreement was scheduled
SemiSouth garners 30th US patent
March 24, 2015
STARKVILLE, Miss.--SemiSouth Laboratories, Inc. is pleased to announce its 30th US patent granted by the US Patent and Trademark Office. SemiSouth is an industry leader in designing and manufacturing silicon-carbide (SiC) power semiconductor transistors and diodes, which are rapidly gaining market share in the solar, UPS, traction, wind,
Stion Announces Commercial Shipments from Hattiesburg, Miss., Factory
March 24, 2015
Fully Certified Modules from 100 MW Line to Begin Shipping This MonthSAN JOSE, Calif. -- Stion, a manufacturer of high-efficiency thin-film solar modules, has received both Underwriters' Laboratories (UL) and International Electrotechnical Commissions (IEC) certifications to ship modules produced at its Hattiesburg, Miss., factory.I commend
SemiSouth Announces 2nd Major Capacity Expansion Within 18 Months
March 24, 2015
Additional $18 M accelerates availability of energy-efficient power devices for solar, wind, traction-drive, & hybrid/electric auto industriesSTARKVILLE, Miss. & MUNICH--SemiSouth Laboratories, Inc., a manufacturer of high-voltage silicon-carbide (SiC) semiconductor devices, today announced a second major capacity expansion within 18
Silicor Materials, Formerly Calisolar, Announces Customer and Financing Partners for Major
March 24, 2015
Company Completes Rebrand to Align with Strategic Focus on Solar Silicon ProductionJACKSON, Miss.--Silicor Materials Inc., formerly Calisolar Inc., has secured memoranda of understanding with two major partners as it moves toward construction of its large-scale manufacturing facility in Lowndes County, Mississippi: Suntech Power Holdings Co., Ltd
Shaw/CSC Joint Venture Awarded U.S. Navy Base Operations Contract
March 24, 2015
BATON ROUGE, La.--The Shaw Group, Inc. (NYSE: SHAW) and CSC (NYSE: CSC) announced that the U.S. Navy awarded Kings Bay Support Services, LLC (KBSS), a joint venture between Shaw's Environmental & Infrastructure Group and CSC's North American Public Sector's Defense Group, a contract to provide base operations support services at the Naval
U.S. Upgrades and Orders More Lightweight BAE Systems Howitzers
March 24, 2015
HATTIESBURG, Miss.---The U.S. Department of Defense has ordered 70 BAE Systems lightweight M777 howitzers to begin equipping the U.S. Army's Infantry Brigade Combat Teams (IBCTs). Valued at $134m (87m), the order takes the U.S.-UK production program to Oct. 2013 and a total of 1071 guns.Bringing M777 to the IBCT's will enhance their ability to
Calisolar Announces Plans to Expand Solar Silicon Production
March 24, 2015
Calisolar to Build New Solar Silicon Facility in Mississippi with Support from StateJACKSON, Miss.--Calisolar, a producer of solar and industrial materials, today announced plans to expand the production of its revolutionary low-cost, high-quality solar silicon by building a new 16,000MT solar silicon production facility in Lowndes County,
KBR Awarded EPC Contract by KiOR, Inc. for Biomass-to-Renewable Crude Project
March 24, 2015
HOUSTON--KBR (NYSE: KBR) has been awarded an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract by KiOR, Inc. (KiOR) to build a first-of-its-kind biomass-to-renewable crude facility to be located in Columbus, Miss. The facility is designed to process approximately 500 tons per day of wood biomass and produce over 11 million gallons of fuel
Chevron to Build $1.4 Billion Lubricants Plant in Pascagoula, Miss.
March 24, 2015
PASCAGOULA, Miss.--Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX) has announced that Chevron Lubricants will commence construction of a lubricants manufacturing facility at the companys Pascagoula refinery. The $1.4 billion Pascagoula Base Oil Project (PBOP) is projected to generate approximately 1,000 jobs over the next two years of construction and about 20
Sanderson Farms, Inc. Announces Quarterly Dividend
March 24, 2015
LAUREL, Miss.--Sanderson Farms, Inc. (NASDAQ:SAFM) today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.17 (seventeen cents) per share payable February 22, 2011, to stockholders of record on February 8, 2011.Sanderson Farms, Inc. is engaged in the production, processing, marketing and
Wide Range of SiC Power Schottky Diodes from SemiSouth Includes Industry s Highest Current Part
March 24, 2015
STARKVILLE, Miss.--Starkville, Mississippi: SemiSouth Laboratories, Inc., the leading manufacturer of silicon carbide (SiC) products for high-power, high-efficiency, harsh-environment power management and conversion applications, today announced a wide range of SiC power Schottky diodes including the 30A rated SDP30S120 - industrys highest current
Manufacturing & Engineering: 2007.07 Toyota Supplier to Locate in Mississippi; $180 Million
March 24, 2015
Governor Haley Barbour said today Toyota Auto Body Co., Ltd. (TAB) will build a $180 million plant in North Mississippi, becoming the first announced supplier to Toyota's new auto assembly plant in Blue Springs. TAB officials made the decision public in Japan overnight. Visit @Toyota ACCESS to receive your news via e-mail.Update your RSS feed
Manufacturing & Engineering: Toyota Awards Sixth Local Contract
March 24, 2015
Toyota announced today that it has awarded a local construction contract for its new Highlander vehicle assembly plant in Blue Springs, Mississippi. This brings the total number of local contracts to six. Visit @Toyota ACCESS to receive your news via e-mail.Update your RSS feed preferences. Full Article
Manufacturing & Engineering: 2007.08 Toyota Awards Foundation Contract to Local Firm
March 24, 2015
Toyota announced today that it has awarded two construction contracts for its new Highlander vehicle assembly plant in Blue Springs, Miss. Visit @Toyota ACCESS to receive your news via e-mail.Update your RSS feed preferences. Full Article
Manufacturing & Engineering: 2007.10 Local Firm Awarded Toyota Foundation Contract
March 24, 2015
Toyota announced today that it has awarded its third local construction contract for its new Highlander vehicle assembly plant in Blue Springs, Miss. Visit @Toyota ACCESS to receive your news via e-mail.Update your RSS feed preferences. Full Article
Manufacturing & Engineering: 2007.05 Toyota Awards Contract to Local Mississippi Firms
March 24, 2015
Toyota has awarded its first general contract to two local companies for construction of its new Blue Springs vehicle plant just outside of Tupelo, Miss. Visit @Toyota ACCESS to receive your news via e-mail.Update your RSS feed preferences. Full Article