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ITW Professional Brands Introduces Dykem Brite-Mark Jumbo Paint Marker
March 24, 2015
OLATHE, Kan.--ITW Professional Brands today unveiled the newest addition to its Brite-Mark line of paint markers: The Brite-Mark Jumbo. Brite-Mark Jumbo is a permanent paint marker ideal for making clear, bold markings on almost any surface, including metal, rubber, plastic, glass, concrete, leather, stone, wood, vinyl and more.Dykem Brite-Mark
Former Employees, Assisted by SPEEA, Charge Spirit AeroSystems with Laying off Sicker and Older
March 24, 2015
WICHITA, Kan.--Following is a statement from SPEEA, IFPTE Local 2001:This type of discrimination using confidential medical information is something we did not want to believe a Wichita company would doFederal charges of discrimination were filed against Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. today alleging the company terminated hundreds of employees in 2013
SPEEA Press Conference 11 a.m., Today (Wednesday) to Announce Action against Spirit AeroSystems
March 24, 2015
WICHITA, Kan.--The union representing engineers, technical workers and professionals at Spirit AeroSystems (SPR) is holding a press conference at 11 a.m., today (Wednesday, March 26), at its Midwest regional office to announce a significant action related to Spirit's termination of hundreds of older employees in 2013, including many near
Ford Automotive Parts Supplier Expands to Kansas City
March 24, 2015
Grupo Antolin North America to invest nearly $16M, create 118 new jobsKansas City, Mo.  The Kansas City Area Development Council announced today that Grupo Antolin North America will invest more than $15.7 million in a 148,800-sq.-ft. automotive manufacturing facility at 1601 Southern Road, creating an estimated 118 new jobs.Grupo Antolin's
ITW Professional Brands Offers Tips to Ease Housekeepers' Workload
March 24, 2015
OLATHE, Kan.--In honor of International Housekeeper's Week Sept. 8-14, 2013, ITW Professional Brands shares tips to help housekeeping staff maintain a clean and safe environment for guests while easing their workload.Housekeepers have a tough and often thankless jobHousekeepers have a tough and often thankless job, said ITW Professional Brands
Dovetail Modular Connector Series Delivers a Truly Flexible Interconnect Solution
March 24, 2015
Versatile and adaptive nature allows users to customize design configurationsKANSAS CITY, Kan. -- IDI, a technology brand of Smiths Connectors, a provider of high performance interconnect solutions for the most demanding applications, announced today the rollout of its IDI Dovetail modular connector series. Dovetail, the latest entry in the
Plastics Companies to Open $5M Facility in Kansas City Area
March 24, 2015
IBC North America and Clean Tide Container to co-open new plant in Chillicothe, Missouri; will create 87 new jobsCHILLICOTHE, Mo. IBC North America and Clean Tide Container will co-open a new facility in Chillicothe, part of the 18-county metro area served by the Kansas City Area Development Council, to manufacture and refurbish intermediate bulk
Spirit's Continued Refusal to Answer Questions Draws New Unfair Labor Practice Charge from SPEEA
March 24, 2015
WICHITA, Kan.--The following is a statement from SPEEA, IFPTE Local 2001:This continued disrespect for employees, the company's own processes and signed contracts is no way to build Wichita's aerospace industry.Spirit AeroSystems has been charged with its second Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) charge this month after managers refused to answer
Spirit AeroSystems and Spintech Ventures Partner on Complex Composite Aircraft Manufacturing
March 24, 2015
WICHITA, Kan., -- Spirit AeroSystems [NYSE: SPR] today announced it has been working with Spintech Ventures, of Xenia, Ohio, to develop a new reconfigurable tooling technology for manufacturing complex composite aircraft structures. The solution uses re-formable, reusable mandrels to form complex, highly integrated composite structures, with
Koch Industries, Inc. Donates to Oklahoma Tornado Relief
March 24, 2015
WICHITA, Kan.-- Koch Industries, Inc. is making a $1 million donation to support relief efforts in Oklahoma following the tornadoes that devastated the cities of Moore and Shawnee, and affected other areas of the state this week.Koch has deep roots in Oklahoma, and we want the communities of Moore, Shawnee and others throughout the state to know we
Compass Minerals to Present at the 2013 BMO Farm to Market Conference
March 24, 2015
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.-- Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) announced today that the company's president and chief executive officer, Fran Malecha, will present at the BMO Farm to Market Conference on Tuesday, May 14 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern time. A copy of the accompanying slide presentation will be available by 8 a.m. that morning on the Compass Minerals
Compass Minerals to Present at the 2012 BMO Farm to Market Conference
March 24, 2015
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.-- Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) announced today that the company's president and chief executive officer, Fran Malecha, will present at the BMO Farm to Market Conference on Tuesday, May 14 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern time. A copy of the accompanying slide presentation will be available by 8 a.m. that morning on the Compass Minerals
LEGO MINDSTORMS Education EV3 Platform Available August 1, 2013 for Classrooms
March 24, 2015
PITTSBURG, Kan.-- The LEGO MINDSTORMS Education EV3 platform will begin shipping August 1, 2013. The education platform is now available in the U.S. for educators to preorder.NEWS HIGHLIGHTS:The LEGO MINDSTORMS Education EV3 platform will begin shipping August 1, 2013. The education platform is now available in the U.S. for educators to
Galaxy Technologies Increases Capacity and Capabilities
March 24, 2015
WINFIELD, Kan. -- Galaxy Technologies Corporation (Galaxy) announced today that they are continuing their strategy of investing in state-of-the-art equipment and technology to support the increasing requirements of its aerospace and plastics customers. Galaxy has placed an order to purchase two new DMG 5-axis, high-speed machining centers and a new
ITW Professional Brands Enhances Packaging for Dymon Brand Aerosol Products
March 24, 2015
New aerosol cans reduce stress on the worker, feature eye-catching graphicsOLATHE, Ka. -- -With eye-catching graphics and a new ergonomic design, ITW Professional Brands launched new packaging for its Dymon brand aerosol products. The new bullet can packaging makes the products easier to grip and spray, minimizing stress on the worker.And with new
Subsidiary of Koch Industries Makes Equity Investment in American Greetings Corporation
March 24, 2015
WICHITA, Kan.-- Koch AG Investment, LLC, a subsidiary of Koch Industries, Inc., has made a preferred equity investment in American Greetings Corporation, committing $240 million in equity capital to support the Weiss family purchase of the company. The transaction was announced in a news release earlier today by American Greetings Corporation.This
INVISTA Acquires US-Based Flame-Resistant Apparel Company
March 24, 2015
TECGENbrands bring new category expertise to INVISTAWICHITA, Kan.--  INVISTA has acquired Ashburn Hill Corp., associated intellectual propertyincluding the TECGEN brandsand a manufacturing operation in Texas. The TECGEN flame-resistant garment products expand INVISTA's existing performance and protective fabric offerings, as well as add a new
ITW Professional Brands Offers Tips to Combat Cruise Line Outbreaks
March 24, 2015
OLATHE, Kan.--With Norovirus outbreaks in cruise ships appearing in the news regularly, awareness around cruise ship sanitation and hygiene is at an all time high. To help cruise lines combat the spread of viruses, ITW Professional Brands offers tips for creating a safe and pleasant cruise ship environment.Cruise ships isolate a large number of
Compass Minerals to Attend the BMO Capital Markets 2013 Global Metals and Mining Conference
March 24, 2015
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.-- Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) announced today that the company's chief financial officer, Rodney Underdown, will be attending the BMO Capital Markets 2013 Global Metals and Mining Conference in Hollywood, Fla., beginning Monday, February 25. In association with this conference, a new presentation with an updated business
Air Charter Team AnnouncesItsRole in Providing SafeandSecure Private Jetsfor the 2012 Presidential
March 24, 2015
KANSAS CITY, Mo.-- Most air charter companies would wince at the prospect of orchestrating private aircraft travel for presidential candidates, but not so for Kansas City, Mo.-based Air Charter Team. The company arranges everythingall travel logistics for presidential candidates, United States Secret Service personnel and press. During the
Case IH Talks Agronomic Design at Ag Connect Expo 13
March 24, 2015
KANSAS CITY, Mo.-- The many equipment innovations of Case IH at the 2013 Ag Connect Expo and Summit share more than paint color. According to company representatives from the executive to the field levels, they were all born from a focus on Agronomic Design.Case IH equipment is designed to get farmers in and out of fields faster, so they can
ITW Dymon and Atlantic Mills Combine Product Portfolios to Form ITW Professional Brands
March 24, 2015
ITW Professional Brands offers greater product availability and enhanced customer supportOLATHE, Kan.--ITW Dymon and Atlantic Mills have combined product portfolios and will operate under the new name, ITW Professional Brands.We will spend more time with end users to understand customer applications and their operational challenges. We will work to
Francis J. Malecha to Become President and CEO of Compass Minerals
March 24, 2015
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.-- Compass Minerals (NYSE:CMP) announced today that Francis J. Malecha, 48, will become its new president and chief executive officer on January 17, 2013, and will be appointed to its board of directors.I am thrilled to take the helm at Compass MineralsMr. Malecha joins Compass Minerals with more than 25 years of experience
Energy Leadership at Koch Companies Recognized
March 24, 2015
Best practices for reducing energy intensity and consumption shared at Koch Industries' conferenceWICHITA, Kan.-- Six Koch company sites have received a Koch Industries Sustained Energy Performance award for developing and implementing programs that reduce energy intensity and consumption. The awards were presented to employees who are members
Cessna Selects Garmin G5000 Flight Deck for New Citation Sovereign
March 24, 2015
OLATHE, Kan.-- Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, announced today that Cessna Aircraft Company has selected the Garmin G5000 integrated avionics system for the new Citation Sovereign unveiled today at the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) convention in
Garmin Expands its Portfolio of Business Aviation Solutions with GTS 8000 TCAS II/ACAS II
March 24, 2015
OLATHE, Kan.--Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, announced today the GTS 8000 Traffic alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS II)/Airborne Collision Avoidance System (ACAS II) for transport category aircraft. The GTS 8000 improves safety by maintaining constant
Garmin Introduces GTX 3000 TCAS II/ACAS II-Compatible, ADS-B-Compliant Transponder for Business,
March 24, 2015
OLATHE, Kan.-- Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, announced today the GTX 3000, a new remote-mount, Mode-S transponder designed to accommodate the environmental and operational demands of transport category aircraft. The GTX 3000 meets the requirements for TCAS II/ACAS II
Compass Minerals Announces Conference Call to Discuss Third-Quarter Financial Results
March 24, 2015
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) will release its third-quarter 2012 financial results Monday, October 29, by 7:00 a.m. ET and will discuss its results on a conference call on Monday, October 29, at 9:00 a.m. ET.To access the conference call, interested parties should visit the company's website at www.CompassMinerals.com or dial
Compass Minerals Acquires Rock Salt Mining Rights in Chile
March 24, 2015
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) has purchased the mining rights to approximately 100 million tons of salt reserves in the Chilean Atacama Desert. The company invested $6.5 million for the rights and will pay a small per-ton production royalty to the private seller if extraction commences in the future. After 15 years, Compass
Compass Minerals Announces New Contract with Union, Ending Strike at its Goderich, Ontario, Salt
March 24, 2015
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--Sifto Canada Corp., a subsidiary of Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP), has signed a new collective agreement with the Communications, Energy and Paperworkers Union Local 16-O, which represents approximately 400 employees at the company's salt mine in Goderich, Ontario. The agreement was ratified by the union membership on September
ITW Dymon Introduces SCRUBS Breakroom 6-Pack Caddy
March 24, 2015
OLATHE, Kan.--ITW Dymon, a manufacturer of professional industrial and institutional pre-moistened wipes and chemicals has introduced the SCRUBS Breakroom 6-Pack Caddy.And because the pre-moistened wipes are disposable, the threat of germ and viral cross contamination is virtually eliminated.The SCRUBS Breakroom 6-Pack Caddy features six of ITW
Compass Minerals Announces Tentative Agreement With Union at its Goderich, Ontario, Salt Mine
March 24, 2015
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--Sifto Canada Corp., a subsidiary of Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP), has reached a tentative agreement with the Communications, Energy and Paperworks Union Local 16-O, which represents employees at the company's salt mine in Goderich, Ontario. Union officials have indicated that they intend to put the agreement to a ratification
Compass Minerals Announces That a Strike Has Been Called at its Goderich, Ontario, Salt Mine
March 24, 2015
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--Production at Compass Minerals' (NYSE: CMP) salt mine in Goderich, Ontario, will be temporarily reduced due to a strike called this morning by the Communications, Energy and Paperworkers Union Local 16-O. The company has strong deicing salt inventories following the historically mild winter season and believes mine management
Compass Minerals Announces Goderich, ON, Port Expansion Agreement
March 24, 2015
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--Compass Minerals (NYSE:CMP), through its Sifto Canada Corp. subsidiary, today announced it has entered into an agreement with the Town of Goderich, ON, and the Goderich Port Management Corporation to expand and enhance the Port of Goderich.Together, we have developed a vision that offers exciting possibilities for the future of
INVISTA and LanzaTech Sign Joint Development Agreement for Bio-Based Butadiene
March 24, 2015
WICHITA, Kan.--Nylon producer INVISTA and biotechnology firm LanzaTech signed a joint development agreement focused on bio-based butadiene. According to the agreement, INVISTA and LanzaTech will collaborate on projects to develop one-step and two-step technologies to convert industrial waste gas carbon monoxide into butadiene. Initial
Compass Minerals Declares Dividend
March 24, 2015
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--First graph, first sentence of release should read: The board of directors of Compass Minerals (NYSE:CMP) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.495 per share payable September 14, 2012, to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 31, 2012 (sted The board of directors of Compass Minerals (NYSE:CMP) has
North American Salt Company Named True Value Supplier of the Year
March 24, 2015
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--North American Salt Company, a subsidiary of Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP), announced that it has been named 2011 Supplier of the Year Lawn and Garden category by True Value Company. The award recognizes North American Salt Company's outstanding service levels, especially during the February 2011 blizzard which crippled the
Chrysler Group Enlists Sprint for Strategic Wireless Partner Role Enabling Uconnect Access
March 24, 2015
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.---Chrysler Group LLC and Sprint (NYSE: S), recognized innovation leaders in the automotive and wireless industries, have developed a new wireless in-vehicle connectivity experience for the Ram 1500 pickup and SRT Viper. The companies are evolving Uconnect to include a variety of new, easy-to-use connected features and services
Compass Minerals Lowers Interest Expense Through New Term Loan
March 24, 2015
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) has amended and restated its senior secured credit facility and refinanced its three senior secured term loan tranches into a single new term loan. The new $387 million term loan carries an interest rate of 1.75 percent over LIBOR, which will reduce the company's interest expense by approximately $2
The clearcurrent PRO gas turbine inlet filter surpasses 300 installations worldwide
March 24, 2015
The revolutionary filter introduced in 2012 now installed on turbines worldwideOperators are snapping up the filter known for delivering predictable, reliable output (PRO)OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--CLARCOR Industrial Air today announced that the number of gas turbines using clearcurrent PRO inlet filters has reached 300 installations worldwide. This
Sprint Receives 2013 Chrysler Group Supplier of the Year Award for Innovation
March 24, 2015
Award Presented to Sprint at 4thAnnual Strategy Meeting and Supplier Awards Event in Auburn Hills, Mich.OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--Today Sprint (NYSE:S) announced that it has been awarded the 2013 Chrysler Group Supplier of the Year Award for extraordinary performance in innovation. The recognition comes less than two years after Chrysler launched the
Garmin Offers Simple, Stand-Alone ADS-B Solution For Business And Transport Aircraft
March 24, 2015
Provides NextGen Benefits While Meeting Airspace RequirementsOLATHE, Kan.--Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today announced strategic partnerships with select members of the company s Authorized Dealer Network to provide a stand-alone Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) solution for popular business
Garmin Continues To Increase Capability For G1000 King Air Series Aircraft
March 24, 2015
New Updates for King Air C90, Added Savings on Key Safety Options for 200/300 SeriesOLATHE, Kan.--Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today announced new capabilities and enhanced operational benefits for King Air C90 aircraft and the availability of the new Platinum Plus upgrade package for the King Air 200/300 series,
Industry-First Automated RNP AR NavData Validation Service Introduced
March 24, 2015
New service manages required data accuracy checks for operatorsOLATHE, Kan. & ENGLEWOOD, Colo.--Garmin International Inc. and Jeppesen, a part of Boeing Commercial Aviation Services, today introduced the RNP AR NavData Service, a new tool for pilots utilizing Required Navigation Performance Authorization Required (RNP AR) procedures. The new
Butterfly Labs Response to FTC Allegations
March 24, 2015
LEAWOOD, Kan.--The following statement is from Butterfly Labs, in response to the Federal Trade Commission allegations:Butterfly Labs is disappointed in the heavy-handed actions of the Federal Trade Commission. In a rush to judgment, the FTC has acted as judge, jury and executioner, contrary to our intended system of governmental checks and
Garmin Completes First Flight of the Beechjet 400A Featuring G5000
March 24, 2015
OLATHE, Kan.--Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), celebrated the maiden flight of the Beechjet 400A featuring the G5000 Integrated Flight Deck. This marks a significant step towards completion of the G5000 upgrade for the popular Beechjet 400A and Hawker 400XP. The G5000 modernizes the cockpit, increases aircraft
Textron AirLand Plans First Fly-In to Washington, DC; To Display in Conjunction with the Air Force
March 24, 2015
WICHITA, Kan.--Textron AirLand, LLC, a joint venture between Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) and AirLand Enterprises, LLC, will bring its Scorpion ISR/Strike jet to Washington, DC for the duration of the Air Force Association s Air & Space Conference from September 15 to 17. The aircraft will be displayed at Signature Flight Support Terminal, at
Compass Minerals to Present at KeyBanc 2014 Basic Materials and Packaging Conference
March 24, 2015
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) chief executive officer, Fran Malecha, is scheduled to present a business overview and an updated company outlook at the KeyBanc Basic Materials and Packaging Conference on Wednesday, Sept. 10 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern time. A live audio webcast of the presentation will be accessible from the Investor
Textron AirLand Scorpion Participates in USNORTHCOM's VIGILANT GUARD Exercise
March 24, 2015
Less than two weeks after returning from its international debut in the UK, Scorpion begins Operational Testing during the National Guard's VIGILANT GUARD exercise in Salina, KansasWICHITA, Kan.--Textron AirLand, LLC, a joint venture between Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) and AirLand Enterprises, LLC, today announced that its Scorpion aircraft has
APATEQ Starts Produced Water Treatment in North America
March 24, 2015
LUXEMBOURG--Luxembourgish water and wastewater specialist APATEQ announces a six months lasting program of on-demand, on-site, produced water treatment with its oil-water separation system OilPaq in North America. The treatment activity will start at oil- and gas fields in Kansas and Texas in September and will end in Alberta in spring 2015. The