Friday, December 14, 2018
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Kentucky Lightweighting-Related Employment Hits Highest Since 2001
February 21, 2018
Nearly 290,000 Kentucky workers employed in advanced manufacturing jobs.
Rocky Brands, Inc. Announces 2017 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results
February 20, 2018
NELSONVILLE, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rocky Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: RCKY) today announced financial results for its fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2017. Fourth Quarter 2017 Sales and Income Fourth quarter net sales were $67.0 million versus net sales of $67.0 million in the fourth quarter of 2016. The Company reported fourth quarter net
Global Brass and Copper Holdings, Inc. Announces Date and Time for Release of Fourth Quarter and
February 20, 2018
SCHAUMBURG, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Global Brass and Copper Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:BRSS) (“GBC” or the “Company”) announces that it will release financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2017 on Thursday, March 1, after the close of the market. The Company will host a teleconference and webcast at 9:00 a.m.
Rogers Schedules Q4 & Full Year 2017 Earnings Call for Feb 27
February 20, 2018
CHANDLER, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rogers Corporation (NYSE:ROG) plans to announce fourth quarter and full year 2017 results on February 27 after market close, which will be followed by a conference call at 5pm ET. The call will be hosted by Bruce Hoechner, President and CEO, who will be joined by Janice Stipp, SVP and CFO, and Bob Daigle, SVP and
Ingevity reports preliminary fourth quarter and full year 2017 financial results
February 20, 2018
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ingevity Corporation (NYSE:NGVT) today reported preliminary fourth quarter net sales of $229.5 million and net income of $47.8 million, representing 20.8 percent of sales. Sales were up 8.8 percent versus $210.9 million in the prior year’s fourth quarter and net income increased 309 percent versus
3M and the State of Minnesota Establish Environmental Partnership, Settle Lawsuit
February 20, 2018
ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, 3M and the State of Minnesota reached a resolution of the State’s lawsuit against 3M related to certain PFCs present in the environment. Under the terms of the settlement, 3M and the State will partner to invest in the environment and community. 3M will provide an $850 million grant to the State for a
Tredegar Board Declares Dividend
February 20, 2018
RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The board of directors of Tredegar Corporation (NYSE:TG) declared a quarterly dividend of eleven cents ($0.11) per share on the company’s common stock. The dividend is payable on April 1, 2018 to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 16, 2018.
Bigelow Space Operations Announces Partnership with CASIS to Fly Payloads to the International Space
February 20, 2018
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bigelow Space Operations (BSO) is proud to announce a partnership with the Center for the Advancement of Science in Space (CASIS), manager of the International Space Station (ISS) U.S. National Laboratory. BSO is officially a user of the ISS National Lab, and will be facilitating the integration of payloads for
Bigelow Aerospace Announces the Creation of Bigelow Space Operations
February 20, 2018
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bigelow Aerospace is excited to introduce Bigelow Space Operations (BSO), a new commercial space company that is the sales, operational and customer service company that manages and operates space stations developed by Bigelow Aerospace. With the two launches of B330-1 and B330-2 expected in 2021, the time is now in 2018
AeroVironment, Inc. Schedules Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2018 Earnings Release and Conference Call
February 20, 2018
MONROVIA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVAV) today announced it will issue financial results for the Company's third quarter ended January 27, 2018 after the market closes on Tuesday, March 6, 2018. Management will host a conference call and live audio webcast to discuss the results at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time that
Kaman Board of Directors Declares Dividend
February 20, 2018
BLOOMFIELD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--(NYSE:KAMN) The Kaman Corporation board of directors today declared a regular quarterly dividend of 20 cents per common share. The dividend will be paid on April 5, 2018, to shareholders of record on March 20, 2018. About Kaman Corporation Kaman Corporation, founded in 1945 by aviation pioneer Charles H. Kaman,
Encore Wire Reports Fourth Quarter Results
February 20, 2018
MCKINNEY, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Encore Wire Corporation (NASDAQ Global Select: WIRE) today announced results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2017. Net sales for the fourth quarter of 2017 were $301.3 million compared to $239.2 million during the fourth quarter of 2016. Unit volume, measured in copper pounds contained in
Dow and USA Luge Technical Partnership Delivers Advanced Sleds for PyeongChang 2018
February 20, 2018
MIDLAND, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--People watching the Olympic Winter Games PyeongChang 2018 this month witnessed the power of a collaboration between USA Luge and The Dow Chemical Company (“Dow”). The USA Luge team competed with Olympians from around the world using sleds designed by their engineers and Official Technical Partner, Dow.
Innophos Appoints Robert Sklans as SVP, Chief Human Resources Officer
February 20, 2018
CRANBURY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Innophos Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:IPHS) announced today that the Board of Directors has appointed Robert Sklans as SVP, Chief Human Resources Officer. Sklans will have responsibility for driving the Company's global human resources strategy and will report to Innophos’ Chairman, President and Chief Executive
Innophos Appoints Nicolas Meyrial as Vice President, Commercial – Nutrition
February 20, 2018
CRANBURY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Innophos Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:IPHS) announced today the appointment of Nicolas Meyrial as Vice President, Commercial—Nutrition. In this role, Meyrial will be responsible for Innophos’ Nutrition sales organization and will be integral in growing the Company’s presence and capabilities in the Food,
Innophos Appoints Eugenia Erlij as Vice President, Marketing
February 20, 2018
CRANBURY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Innophos Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:IPHS) announced today the appointment of Eugenia Erlij as Vice President, Marketing. Erlij will have responsibility for Innophos’ brand and marketing strategy with a focus on elevating the Company’s presence in the Food, Health, and Nutrition (FHN) markets. She will report
CyberOptics Reports Fourth Quarter Operating Results
February 20, 2018
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CyberOptics Corporation (Nasdaq: CYBE) today reported operating results for the fourth quarter of 2017 ended December 31. Fourth quarter sales, which were modestly above the previously-issued guidance for this period, totaled $13.2 million, compared to $13.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2016. CyberOptics also
Multi-Sensor Measuring Machine Available in More Sizes
February 20, 2018
The Zeiss O-Inspect multi-sensor measuring machine has become more customizable and now provides more flexibility for a wider range of applications. Thanks to the new additions to the line, users now have a greater selection of machine sizes, configurations and options. The contact-optical measuring machine line now offers several
Web-Based Software Manages Quality Data Stream
February 20, 2018
Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence will showcase its HxGN Smart Quality online quality data and measurement resource management platform. The software delivers information automation to quality management, so that manufacturers and quality control professionals can shape smarter workflows and actively improve efficiency and productivity. The
Variety of Machine Tool Automation on Exhibit
February 20, 2018
Smart Manufacturing Experience 2018: Fastems will exhibit its automation management software and equipment.  New Product Post: 2/20/2018 Edited by Jedd Cole Associate Editor, Modern Machine Shop Fastems will exhibit its automation management software and equipment, including a variety of extendable and flexible manufacturing systems and
Hybrid Five-Axis Machine Builds Near-Net Shape Part Features
February 20, 2018
Smart Manufacturing Experience 2018: Mazak will exhibit its various Smooth Technology products in addition to live cutting demonstrations on its VC-500 AM and small-footprint Integrex i-100 Bartac-S machine tools. New Product Post: 2/20/2018 Edited by Jedd Cole Associate Editor, Modern Machine Shop
Hybrid Five-Axis Machine Builds Near-Net Shape Part Features
February 20, 2018
Smart Manufacturing Experience 2018: Mazak will exhibit its various Smooth Technology products in addition to live cutting demonstrations on its VC-500 AM and small-footprint Integrex i-100 Bartac-S machine tools. New Product Post: 2/20/2018 Edited by Jedd Cole Associate Editor, Modern Machine Shop
Mobile World Congress 2018: Comtech Showcasing Location Solutions for Mobile and IoT Ecosystems
February 20, 2018
MELVILLE, N.Y. & BARCELONA, Spain--(BUSINESS WIRE)--February 20, 2018-- Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (Nasdaq: CMTL), a world leader in secure and highly reliable communication technology, today announced that its Enterprise Technologies group, which is part of Comtech’s Commercial Solutions segment, will be showcasing its extensive
Surface Roughness Gage for High-Production Shops
February 20, 2018
Smart Manufacturing Experience 2018: Blum-Novotest will present its TC64-RG surface roughness gage enabling automatic testing of workpiece surfaces in machine tools. New Product Post: 2/20/2018 Edited by Jedd Cole Associate Editor, Modern Machine Shop Blum-Novotest will present its TC64-RG surface roughness gage enabling
Rugged Boring Heads Connect to Internet of Things
February 20, 2018
Smart Manufacturing Experience 2018: Big Kaiser’s EWE boring heads are intended to provide measurable performance advantages, significantly reducing finishing cost and cycle time.  New Product Post: 2/20/2018 Edited by Jedd Cole Associate Editor, Modern Machine Shop The precision and ruggedness of Big Kaiser’s EWE boring heads
Krytronx to Invest $100m— Offers Free iOT Sensors to Auto Industry
February 20, 2018
NOVI, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Krytronx, LLC, a Michigan technology company, announced today its $100m plan to provide free worldwide installation of their blockchain based iOT asset tag product line. Krytronx will install the iToolTag™ asset tag sensors on over 1 million production tools throughout the global supply base. The smart tags
Optomec Partners with Tesscorn to Expand Additive Manufacturing Market in India
February 20, 2018
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Optomec, a leading global supplier of production grade additive manufacturing systems for 3D printed metals and 3D printed electronics, today announced it signed a distribution agreement with Tesscorn Nano Science, Inc. to expand sales of its solutions into India. Tesscorn is a leading distributor of integrated
Asterion to Host Certified Electroplater-Finisher Training
February 20, 2018
The course, to be presented by the AESF Foundation, will be held April 23-26, at the Drury Plaza Hotel in Indianapolis, Indiana. Asterion will host a Certified Electroplater-Finisher (CEF) training course to be presented by the AESF Foundation April 23-26, at the Drury Plaza Hotel in Indianapolis, Indiana. This initial training course consists of
Hexion Duisburg’s Site Receives IATF 16949 Certification for Automotive Composite Mass Production
February 20, 2018
COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hexion Inc. (“Hexion” or the “Company”) announced today that the Company’s Duisburg site has successfully passed the certification audit for the Automotive Quality Management System IATF 16949 for its production of epoxy and curing agent products for mass production of automotive
Additive Manufacturing Apprenticeship Framework to Be Unveiled
February 20, 2018
America Makes has announced its collaboration with the Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) to host a free, one-day public forum March 6, 2018. The event will revolve around the Apprenticeship Works Program, promoting the expansion of advanced manufacturing apprenticeships, and will unveil what the partners are calling the first
Additive Manufacturing Apprenticeship Framework to Be Unveiled
February 20, 2018
America Makes has announced its collaboration with the Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) to host a free, one-day public forum March 6, 2018. The event will revolve around the Apprenticeship Works Program, promoting the expansion of advanced manufacturing apprenticeships, and will unveil what the partners are calling the first
Loma Negra Will Report 4Q17 Results after Market Close on March 8, 2018
February 20, 2018
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Loma Negra C.I.A.S.A. (NYSE: LOMA) (BYMA: LOMA), (“Loma Negra” or the “Company”), the leading cement producer in Argentina, announced today that it will release its fiscal fourth quarter 2017 financial results after market close on Thursday, March 8, 2018. A conference call will be
Recycling and Sustainability of Polyurethanes Explored in Depth at UTECH Europe 2018 Conference
February 20, 2018
LONDON & MAASTRICHT, Netherlands--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Recycling, sustainability and the use of renewable resources in the manufacture of polyurethanes will be a key focus of the UTECH Europe 2018 conference taking place May 29-31, 2018 at the MECC, Maastricht, The Netherlands. No less than 15 of the conference’s 80-plus detailed technical
Axalta to Host Capital Markets Day on March 8
February 20, 2018
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. (NYSE: AXTA) (“Axalta”), a leading global coatings company, will host a Capital Markets Day on March 8, 2018 in New York City. The focus of the event will be a broad overview of Axalta’s business, our growth strategies, and investment thesis. Axalta’s senior
INVECAS, Molex Collaborate on Automotive Infotainment Media Module
February 20, 2018
LISLE, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Molex and INVECAS today announced a joint collaboration to develop an Automotive Infotainment Media Module for intelligent vehicles. The new module was officially launched and featured in Molex demonstrations at the Consumer Electronics Show, Jan 9-12, 2018, Las Vegas, Nevada USA. “Infotainment plays an important
Major Metropolitan Ambulance Service Deploys Unique Radar and Camera-Based Accident Prevention
February 20, 2018
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Safe Drive Systems (SDS), a leading developer and distributor of collision avoidance and lane departure warning systems, has announced that its accident prevention solutions are now being deployed by one of the country’s major metropolitan ambulance services. Maricopa Ambulance initially installed the safety
Terves Launches Oil and Gas Industry’s First Truly-Dissolvable Elastomer for Completion Tools
February 20, 2018
EUCLID, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Terves Inc. (“Terves”) is pleased to announce the launch of Oil and Gas Industry’s first truly-dissolvable family of elastomers, ElementUM™. ElementUM is a family of patent-pending high-performance, moldable and machinable elastomer that is designed to fragment and dissolve to tiny particles
World’s Most Advanced Weather Satellite Imager from Harris Corporation Set to Launch March 1; Will
February 20, 2018
MELBOURNE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Harris Corporation’s (NYSE:HRS) second Advanced Baseline Imager (ABI), built for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) weather-monitoring mission, is scheduled to launch March 1 on the Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite-S (GOES). The ABI will be controlled by the
Additive, Subtractive Methods Build Injection Mold for Better Temperature Control
February 20, 2018
An injection mold insert made with a combination of metal 3D printing and machining is capable of variotherm temperature control for improved part quality. One way to improve the quality of injection molded parts is through a variotherm, or dynamic, approach to controlling mold surface temperature. This strategy requires that the mold surface
Rocky Brands Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
February 20, 2018
NELSONVILLE, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rocky Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: RCKY) today announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.11 per share of outstanding common stock, which will be paid on March 9, 2018 to all shareholders of record as of the close of business on February 27, 2018. The declaration and payment of future
OpenGate Capital Portfolio Company, Energi Fenestration Solutions, Ltd., Names Mr. Christopher
February 20, 2018
LOS ANGELES & WOODBRIDGE, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--OpenGate Capital, a global private equity firm, announced today in a joint statement with its portfolio company, Energi Fenestration Solutions, Ltd. (“Energi”), a Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada headquartered manufacturer of rigid and cellular vinyl window profiles and patio doors and
Steel Partners Completes Acquisition of Dunmore
February 20, 2018
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Steel Partners Holdings L.P. (NYSE:SPLP) today announced it has completed the acquisition of the assets of the specialty coated film manufacturer, Dunmore Corporation in the United States, and the share purchase of Dunmore Europe GmbH in Germany. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Headquartered in Bristol,
Jacobs Wins 6 Business Achievement Awards for Environmental, Climate Change Innovations
February 20, 2018
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (NYSE:JEC) has been awarded six business achievement awards by the Environmental Business Journal (EBJ) and the Climate Change Business Journal (CCBJ). The prestigious industry awards span achievement in professional services, technology, industry leadership and
Ecolab Fourth Quarter Reported Diluted EPS $1.93; Adjusted Diluted EPS $1.39, +11%; Expects Full
February 20, 2018
ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ecolab Inc. (NYSE:ECL): FOURTH QUARTER HIGHLIGHTS: Reported diluted EPS $1.93, +56%; includes a $0.55 net discrete tax benefit from U.S. Tax Reform. Adjusted diluted EPS $1.39, +11%, excluding special gains and charges and discrete tax items. Reported sales +9%. Acquisition adjusted fixed currency sales + 6% with
Myers Industries Announces Reporting Date and Conference Call for 2017 Fourth Quarter &
February 20, 2018
AKRON, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MYE) today announced that it will report financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2017 on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 before the market opens. The Company will host a conference call the same day at 10 a.m. Eastern Time to review its performance. Investors and
CACI Board Member General William Scott Wallace, USA (Ret.) Honored With U.S. Military Academy
February 20, 2018
ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CACI International Inc (NYSE: CACI) announced today that CACI Board of Directors member General William Scott Wallace has been honored with the Distinguished Graduate Award from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. The award is given to graduates of the Academy whose character, distinguished service, and stature
Injection Molding: Wittmann’s U.S. Debut of Two Machines, New Robots & Auxiliaries at NPE
February 20, 2018
Among six work cells that Wittmann Battenfeld Inc., Torrington, Conn., will display at NPE2018 (booth W3742), two will present new machines that previously debuted in Europe for the first time at a U.S. show. The EcoPower Xpress is the company’s newest, high-speed, all-electric machine, aimed at packaging and
Westlake Chemical Corporation Announces Record 2017 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results
February 20, 2018
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Westlake Chemical Corporation (NYSE: WLK) (the "Company" or "Westlake") today reported record net income attributable to the Company for the three months ended December 31, 2017 of $802 million, or $6.15 per diluted share, on net sales of $2,010 million. Net income for the fourth quarter of 2017 included a
Westlake Chemical Partners LP Announces Record 2017 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results
February 20, 2018
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Westlake Chemical Partners LP (NYSE: WLKP) (the "Partnership") today reported record net income attributable to the Partnership of $15.5 million, or $0.46 per limited partner unit, for the three months ended December 31, 2017, an increase of $4.6 million compared to fourth quarter 2016 net income attributable to
Rayonier Advanced Materials Announces Plan to Add Two New Independent Directors to Board
February 20, 2018
JACKSONVILLE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. (the “Company”) (NYSE: RYAM) today announced that the Company plans to add two new independent directors to its Board of Directors at the upcoming 2018 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, to be held on May 21, 2018. Julie A. Dill will be one of the three Class I directors