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World s First Solar Flight Around the World to Land in Honolulu
July 1, 2015
Schindler and Solar Impulse Partner to Power Sustainable MobilityHONOLULU--After flying over 5,000 miles purely on solar power, Solar Impulse is set to land in Honolulu. The Round the World flight mission, led by co-founders and pilots Bertrand Piccard and Andr Borschberg, is the first of its kind. The nonstop trip across the Pacific Ocean never
Mouser and Imahara Launch New Home and Factory Automation Series to Connect Engineers to the Latest
July 1, 2015
DALLAS & FORT WORTH, Texas--Mouser Electronics, Inc. is teaming up with celebrity engineer Grant Imahara and a group of visionaries in the home and factory automation industry, including Insteon, AiroCorp, TE Connectivity, and Factory Automation Systems, to announce an exciting new Home and Factory Automation Series.With new devices coming out
STEMCO Acquires Goodyear Air Springs Business
July 1, 2015
LONGVIEW, Texas--STEMCO, an EnPro Industries company (NYSE: NPO), announces its acquisition of the manufacturer of Goodyear air springs, as well as Super Cushion and Spring Ride air springs, from ContiTech, a division of Continental Corporation. This business unit was part of the business called Veyance that was recently acquired by
Nissan Group Reports June 2015 U.S. Sales
July 1, 2015
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Nissan Group:June 2015June 2014% ChangeNissan Group Total sales (units)124,228109,643+13.3Nissan Division sales114,243101,069+13.0Infiniti sales*9,9858,574+16.5Nissan Group today announced total U.S. sales for June 2015 of 124,228 units, an increase of 13.3 percent and a June record.Nissan highlights:Nissan Division finished June
Propionic Acid Market in APAC to Grow at 2.9% CAGR 2013-2019 thanks to Rising Demand from End-use
July 1, 2015
ALBANY, N.Y.--Transparency Market Research announces the release of a new report, titled Propionic Acid Market for Animal Feed & Grain Preservatives, Calcium & Sodium Propionates, Cellulose Acetate Propionate and Other Applications - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2013 2019 .Propionic Acid Market for
Harris Corporation Announces New Organizational Structure
July 1, 2015
MELBOURNE, Fla.--Harris Corporation (NYSE:HRS) today announced that it will reorganize its business segments to increase operational efficiency and capture synergies that result from Harris recent acquisition of Exelis.Our new structure will help us improve our competitive position, increase efficiency, and capture synergies, while we continue to
IEEE Smart Village Invites Participation At Events In Denver Co-Located During 2015 IEEE Power &
July 1, 2015
IEEE announces newly sponsored IEEE Global Classroom at the Posner Center for International DevelopmentPISCATAWAY, N.J.--IEEE Smart Village, a global humanitarian program helping remote, energy-deprived communities build toward sustainability with renewable energy and technology, announced today the series of meetings co-located with the IEEE Power
Proto Labs Adds Indiegogo's Andrew Erlick to 2015 Cool Idea! Award Judge Roster
July 1, 2015
Erlick joins manufacturing s most innovative panel of product development and design leadersMAPLE PLAIN, Minn.--Rapid manufacturer Proto Labs has announced the addition of Andrew Erlick, Director of Hardware, Design & Technology at Indiegogo, to its Cool Idea! Award panel of judges. The award program, in its fifth year, was established to help
The Watermill Group Acquires Quality Metalcraft Inc.
July 1, 2015
LEXINGTON, Mass. & LIVONIA, Mich.--The Watermill Group, a strategy-driven private investment firm, today announced the acquisition of Quality Metalcraft, Inc. (QMC), a leading producer of engineered structural metal components and assemblies, providing advanced prototype, low-to-medium volume production and factory assist services to automotive
Intertek Launches Worldwide Environmental and Sustainability Solutions
July 1, 2015
Centralized Team Offers Comprehensive Portfolio of Related ServicesCHICAGO--Intertek, a leading quality solutions provider to industries around the world, today announced the launch of a global team providing environmental and sustainability solutions. The comprehensive offerings serve a wide range of industries, including electrical, building
TESSCO ONE Innovation Showcase, the premier summit for professionals who deploy wireless systems, to
July 1, 2015
Experts Will Provide a Unique Look Ahead at Wireless Trends and Innovations at the University of Phoenix StadiumHUNT VALLEY, Md.--TESSCO Technologies Incorporated (NASDAQ: TESS), a leading supplier for the product and supply chain solutions that enable organizations to build, use, maintain and resell Cellular, Mobile Communications, WiFi,
Larson Electronics Releases 108 Watt Telescoping LED Light Tower
July 1, 2015
KEMP, Texas--Leading manufacturer and supplier of industrial grade lighting Larson Electronics has announced the release of a 108 watt portable telescoping LED light tower.Our new adjustable work light is made of a heavy duty construction that provides a stable lighting solution even in windy conditionsThe WALTP-3X12ET-1227 tripod mounted LED light
Argan, Inc. s Wholly Owned Subsidiary Gemma Power Systems Receives Limited Notice to Proceed for
July 1, 2015
ROCKVILLE, Md.--Argan, Inc. (NYSE: AGX) today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Gemma Power Systems (GPS) has entered into an EPC Agreement with Moxie Freedom LLC and received a limited notice to proceed to commence early activities for the engineering, procurement and construction of a 1,000 MW combined cycle power plant to be located in
Plex Impact Awards Recognize Manufacturing Innovation, Leadership
July 1, 2015
American Axle & Manufacturing, FloraCraft and Accuride Corporation Honored at PowerPlex 2015NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Plex, the leader in cloud ERP for manufacturing, today announced the 2015 Plex Impact Awards recipients: American Axle & Manufacturing, FloraCraft and Accuride Corporation. The annual awards honor manufacturers for industry
Archer Daniels Midland Company Announces Results of Offers to Purchase Certain Outstanding
July 1, 2015
CHICAGO--Archer Daniels Midland Company (NYSE:ADM) today announced the final results of its previously announced cash tender offers for up to $1,000,000,000 aggregate purchase price of its outstanding debentures (the Debentures ), which expired at 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on June 30, 2015. ADM has also determined that the financing condition
Smart Home Leader Nexia Home Intelligence Launches Multi-Sensor Support for More Convenient
July 1, 2015
Single device can sense light, vibration, motion, temperature and humidity to easily make homes safer and more efficientBROOMFIELD, Colo.--Smart home technology leader Nexia Home Intelligence, a brand of Ingersoll Rand (NYSE:IR), a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable and efficient environments, announced it is now compatible with a
New Release of Exact Macola 10 Helps Automate Operations for Manufacturing and Distribution
July 1, 2015
COLUMBUS, Ohio--Exact, a leading provider of business software solutions for small and medium-sized businesses (SMB), releases the newest version of Exact Macola 10 adding multiple enhancements to help automate operations for manufacturing and distribution organizations.Manufacturing and distribution organization are working hard every day to meet
Avery Products Launches New Line of UltraDuty GHS Chemical Labels and Free GHS Wizard Software
July 1, 2015
BREA, Calif.--Avery Products Corporation, the leading manufacturer of printable labels and cards, announced today the launch of Avery UltraDuty GHS Chemical Labels, a new line of heavy-duty industrial labels that help organizations comply with the OSHA-mandated Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). The United
ECA Group, Subsidiary of Groupe Gorg, Buys into Humanoid Robotics
July 1, 2015
PARIS--ECA Group, a Groupe Gorg subsidiary, has taken a non-controlling stake in Wandercraft, one of the few companies specializing in cutting-edge technology for dynamic robotics. It has also created a new company, ECA Dynamics.Wandercraft, which was founded in 2012, is developing an exoskeleton for medical use which should help disabled people
Xerium Announces Planned Closure of Warwick, Quebec Canada PMC Facility
July 1, 2015
YOUNGSVILLE, N.C.--Xerium Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:XRM), a leading global provider of industrial consumable products and services, today announced that it has initiated closure proceedings with the representative union officials at its PMC facility in Warwick, Quebec Canada. Production will be transferred to Xerium s lower-cost plants outside of
Johns Manville to Increase Glass Microfiber Capacity in Waterville, Ohio
July 1, 2015
DENVER--Johns Manville (JM), a global materials manufacturer and Berkshire Hathaway company, today announced it will increase its glass microfiber capacity by early 2016 at its plant in Waterville, Ohio.We continue to experience a strong global demand for glass microfiber, and we fully expect this trend to continue over the next several years.We
NOW Inc. Announces Odessa Pumps Acquisition
June 30, 2015
HOUSTON--NOW Inc. (NYSE:DNOW) announced today that it has entered into an agreement to purchase Odessa Pumps and Equipment, Inc. Terms of the all-cash transaction, which remains subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approval, were not disclosed.Robert Workman, President and CEO of NOW Inc., commented, The addition of Odessa
H.I.G. Capital s Lexmark Carpet Mills Announces Combination with Northwest Hospitality Carpets
June 30, 2015
MIAMI--H.I.G. Capital, LLC ( H.I.G. ), a leading global private equity investment firm, is pleased to announce that its portfolio company, Lexmark Carpet Mills, Inc. ( Lexmark ) has completed the acquisition of Northwest Carpet, Inc. ( Northwest ). Lexmark is a leading manufacturer of broadloom carpet for hospitality, residential and niche
Manners Still Matter!
June 30, 2015
Indiana Firm Launches National Etiquette Program for SchoolsGREENFIELD, Ind.--Novelty Inc., based in Greenfield, Indiana, has teamed up with the Advertising Specialty Institute (ASI) to launch Manners Up, a national etiquette program for primary and secondary schools.By partnering with ASI, their reps will introduce this program and the schools
Alliance Laundry Completes New $400 Million Asset-Backed Finance Facility
June 30, 2015
RIPON, Wis.--Alliance Laundry Holdings LLC ( Alliance Laundry ) today announced that they completed a new $400 million asset-backed finance facility supporting its business operations in North America and select European markets.Financing is a key component of maintaining and growing our leading market share, specifically within our vended laundry
CACI Awarded Multi-Million Dollar Contract to Provide Systems Engineering Support for U.S. Army
June 30, 2015
Sensor Systems Expertise to Support Delivery of Time-Critical IntelligenceARLINGTON, Va.--CACI International Inc (NYSE MKT: CACI), announced today it was awarded a multi-million contract to provide systems engineering support to the U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Research, Development, and Engineering Center s (CERDEC) Flight Activity (CFA).
Chrome River Raises $100 Million in Funding from Great Hill Partners
June 30, 2015
Company Will Focus on Continued Global Expansion and Product InnovationLOS ANGELES--Chrome River Technologies, a leading provider of online expense reporting and automated invoice processing software, today announced it has raised $100 million from Great Hill Partners in a Series D funding round. Chrome River will use the funds to accelerate its
IQMS Expands into a Larger Chicago Office
June 30, 2015
As the Midwest hub for sales, training and implementation services, the expanded location will better serve IQMS growing customer basePASO ROBLES, Calif.--IQMS, a leading manufacturing ERP software and MES authority, today announced that it has moved its regional Chicago office to an expanded facility. The Chicago location is the company s Midwest
Ben Franklin s Shale Gas Innovation & Commercialization Center Announces the Third Annual
June 30, 2015
STATE COLLEGE, Pa.--Applications are now being accepted from Pennsylvania-based small businesses, entrepreneurs, or university researchers who have a proposed or commercially available new technological advancement in the EH&S area for the shale energy industry. The application is available at
Silego Introduces the SLG59M1603V: A Dual-channel, 4.5 A/16 mO, Reverse-current Blocking,
June 30, 2015
SANTA CLARA, Calif.--Silego Technology, a developer of highly configurable and cost-effective mixed signal products, today announced a new addition to its expanding dual-channel, self-contained integrated power-switch product portfolio. Adding reverse-current blocking to its feature set, the SLG59M1603V is optimized for low-voltage power-rail
Trans-Pacific Aerospace June Company Update
June 30, 2015
DONGGUAN, China--Trans-Pacific Aerospace Company, Inc. ( TPAC or Company ) (OTCBB: TPAC) is providing an update on the Company.All convertible notes that were the subject of conversions through June, 2015 ( Notes ), including but not limited to all 2014 Notes in favor of Asher Enterprises/KBM Worldwide, have either been converted or repaid. It is
ATEC Group Offers Course for Hazardous Area Design Engineers
June 30, 2015
Hazardous Area Training Services Company Offering Global Delivery for CompEx Ex12 ModulesDUBAI--ATEC Group, part of the Eutex International group of companies, today formally announced their offering of CompEx Ex12 module to the range of HAZLOC courses offered. (http://compextraining.com)that all assemblers become competent in the requirements of
Global Pressure Sensitive Adhesives Market to Rise at 5.2% CAGR between 2013 and 2019: Transparency
June 30, 2015
ALBANY, N.Y.--According to a market study based on the global pressure sensitive adhesives market published by Transparency Market Research (TMR), analysts expect the market to expand at a CAGR of 5.2% during the period from 2013 to 2019 and reach US$7.96 billion by the end of the forecast period.Pressure Sensitive Adhesives Market (Water-based,
Tennant Company ec-H2O Technology Wins Sanitary Maintenance Magazine's 2015 Distributor Choice Award
June 30, 2015
MINNEAPOLIS--Tennant Company (NYSE: TNC), a world leader in designing, manufacturing and marketing solutions that help create a cleaner, safer, healthier world, has been honored with a 2015 Distributor Choice Award by the readers of Sanitary Maintenance magazine for its sustainable cleaning technology ec-H2O .Tennant Company is very pleased and
Axalta Announces Return of Iconic Rainbow Paint Scheme
June 30, 2015
GLEN MILLS, Pa.--It s the moment Jeff Gordon fans have been waiting for Axalta s Rainbow paint scheme will make its swan song appearance. Today, on CBS This Morning, four-time NASCAR Cup Series champion and driver of the No. 24 Axalta Chevrolet SS, Gordon revealed the fan-favorite and one of the most iconic paint schemes in the history of
Plex Systems Launches Plex Connect: Integrating the Manufacturing Cloud
June 30, 2015
Announces new Packaged Connectors for Workday, DemandCaster and Other Leading SolutionsNASHVILLE, Tenn.--Plex, a leader in cloud ERP for manufacturing, today announced Plex Connect, a new open integration framework that will make it easier for manufacturers to connect people, things and applications to the Plex Manufacturing Cloud. Plex is a
Plex Systems: Wearable Tech on the Manufacturing Shop Floor
June 30, 2015
The Plex Manufacturing Cloud is an Innovation Platform for ManufacturersNASHVILLE, Tenn.--Plex, the leader in cloud ERP for manufacturing, today demonstrated new applications for wearable computing and sensors on the shop floor, including Google Glass, Apple Watch and Estimote Beacons. Built to connect everything from machines and sensors to PCs
PowerPlex 2015: What s Next for the Plex Manufacturing Cloud
June 30, 2015
1,000 Manufacturing Technology Leaders Come Together to Share Expertise, Best PracticesNASHVILLE, Tenn.--Plex, the leader in cloud ERP for manufacturing, today kicked off its annual customer event to bring together manufacturing and technology leaders to collaborate, learn and celebrate the people and companies that make things. PowerPlex is the
Plex Systems Launches Plex Insight: From Data to Manufacturing Intelligence
June 30, 2015
New Packaged Analytics, Dashboards and Benchmarking for the Manufacturing EnterpriseNASHVILLE, Tenn.--Plex, the leader in cloud ERP for manufacturing, today announced Plex Insight, a suite of reporting, analytic and benchmarking capabilities aimed at helping organizations tap into the massive trove of information captured in the manufacturing
Polyester Fiber Market to Reach US$110.86 Billion by 2019: Transparency Market Research
June 30, 2015
ALBANY, N.Y.--Transparency Market Research (TMR) has recently announced the release of a market study based on the global polyester fiber market, estimating the market to expand at a CAGR of 8.6% during the period of 2013 - 2019 and reach a value of US$110.86 billion by the end of the forecast period.Polyester Fiber Market (Solid and Hollow) for
Global Noble Gases Market to Exhibit Lackluster Expansion at 1.74% CAGR From 2013 - 2019:
June 30, 2015
ALBANY, N.Y.--New energy efficiency codes augur well for the global noble gases market but growth will be dented by price fluctuations, says Transparency Market Research in its latest publication titled Noble Gases (Helium, Xenon, Neon, Krypton, and Argon) Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2013 -
Jacobs in Joint Venture for Melbourne Metro Rail Project Contract
June 30, 2015
PASADENA, Calif.--Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (NYSE:JEC) announced today that the Aurecon Jacobs Mott MacDonald (AJM) joint venture has been appointed as the technical, planning and engagement advisor for the Melbourne Metro Rail Project in Victoria, Australia.As a member of the AJM joint venture, we are thrilled to be part of a world class team
CHGT Exploring 3D Printing s Rapidly Growing Exotic Materials Market
June 30, 2015
HOUSTON--Changing Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB:CHGT) has been talking with designers and printers that utilize exotic materials, introducing potential users to its revolutionary upcoming 3D printing portal and paving a solid path to potential long-term, sustainable revenues from an exciting new source.3D printing is moving beyond tinkering and into
Axalta Coating Systems Congratulates Customers Who Received 2015 Top Shops Award
June 29, 2015
Axalta customers listed as Top Shops for 2015 by Products Finishing magazineHOUSTON--Axalta Coating Systems, a leading global manufacturer of liquid and powder coatings, proudly congratulates Axalta customers who are recognized as Top Shops by Products Finishing magazine. The winners of these awards were selected based on an online benchmarking
Chem-Dry Helps Homeowners Brace for 2015 Summer Pollen Tsunami
June 29, 2015
Leading Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Service Provides Research-backed Tips to Reduce Home AllergensNASHVILLE, Tenn.--As regions across the country are experiencing the effects of a particularly brutal allergy season that experts are dubbing the Pollen Tsunami of 2015, Chem-Dry, the world s leading carpet and upholstery cleaning service, is
Business and Government Leaders Celebrate Dakota Prairie Refinery Grand Opening
June 29, 2015
First Greenfield Fuels Refinery Built in U.S. in Nearly 40 YearsBISMARCK, N.D.--Several hundred business and government leaders today celebrated the success of the first greenfield fuels refinery built in the U.S. in nearly 40 years.All of this is possible because of the support of local and state officials and agencies, and the economic
Dow Scientists Receive Prestigious Heroes of Chemistry Award
June 29, 2015
Recognized for Breakthrough Plastics and Rubber Catalyst TechnologyMIDLAND, Mich.--Scientists from The Dow Chemical Company (NYSE: DOW) who led the development of INSITE catalyst, a revolutionary technology that made possible highly-tailored materials bridging the properties of plastic and rubber, today were named among the 2015 Heroes of
PickCart by Pcdata USA Immediately Increases Warehouse Productivity
June 29, 2015
The new PickCart immediately increases in productivity according to Pcdata USA.  Antonio Rodrigues, a senior manager at Pcdata USA, based in East Granby, Connecticut, suggested, PickCart has no complex menus, no difficult voice commands, no triggers to learn, no complex picking lists to decipher. This means your employees start gaining
Colorcon Continues Investment in China Helping Accelerate Pharmaceutical Formulation Development
June 29, 2015
HARLEYSVILLE, Pa.--Colorcon officially opened a new technical service laboratory in Beijing, China on June 25, 2015. Located in the Beijing YiZhuang Biomedical Park, this technical centre is in a unique position to work closely with the pharmaceutical research community in the North China region.Investment in the Beijing facility reflects our view
Kaldi Spices up Summer Fancy Food Show with Authentic New Blends and Rubs
June 29, 2015
Family-owned Greek brand showcases latest products at annual trade eventLORTON, Va.--Kaldes Brothers Trading Company, producers of Kaldi award-winning Greek extra virgin olive oils and clean cooking sauces, will unveil its new line of authentic spice blends and rubs in New York today at the Specialty Food Association s Summer Fancy Food Show.The