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IMTS 2018 Registration Now Open
January 31, 2018
Registration is now open for this year’s leading industrial manufacturing event, IMTS—the International Manufacturing Technology Show 2018. Manufacturing professionals across the globe will gather at Chicago’s McCormick Place, September 10–15, 2018, seeking technologies and innovations that will give their organization a
Software Suite's Redesigned Interface Eases Navigation
January 31, 2018
The 2018 release of CAMplete Solutions’ TruePath software suite includes a range of features designed to make the program more effective. New Product Post: 1/11/2018 Edited by Julia Hider Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop The 2018 release of Camplete Solutions’ TruePath integrated software suite
Responding to Growth, Heidenhain Appoints New Management
January 31, 2018
Responding to recent growth, Heidenhain Corp. has implemented managerial changes in North America. The company is forming two regional sales teams located in Schaumburg, Illinois, and San Jose, California. Additionally, it has formed an overall sales coordination team focused on North American customer satisfaction metrics. Three of
What Does It Take to Succeed at Machining Hogouts?
January 31, 2018
For one of the recurring part numbers that R&D Manco machines, a part that begins as a casting, obtaining this part from the foundry requires a lead time of one year. An entire year! The part number in question is an extreme example when it comes to casting lead times, but not terribly extreme. R&D Manco is a Phoenix, Arizona, machining
Cam Grinder Meets Strict Automotive Standards
January 31, 2018
As increasingly stringent carbon emissions regulations are introduced to the automotive industry, compliance with regulations can be achieved with variable engine timing using cam pieces. The Jucam 1S from Junker specializes in the precise, efficient grinding of cam pieces with minimal downtimes to maximize economical production and meet such
GrafTech Announces Appointment of David J. Rintoul as President & Chief Executive Officer
January 31, 2018
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GrafTech International Ltd. (the “Company”) today announced that David J. Rintoul will join the Company as President & Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”), effective March 1, 2018, replacing Jeffrey C. Dutton. Mr. Dutton will continue to serve as a director on the Company’s
Enterprise and Navigator Gas to Build Ethylene Export Terminal
January 31, 2018
HOUSTON & LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (NYSE: EPD) and Navigator Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NVGS) announced today that they have entered into a 50/50 joint venture to build a new ethylene export facility along the U.S. Gulf Coast that will have the capacity to export approximately 1 million tons of ethylene per year.
Owens Corning to Announce Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2017 Financial Results on February 21
January 31, 2018
TOLEDO, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) is scheduled to announce fourth-quarter and full-year 2017 financial results on Wednesday, February 21, prior to the opening of the New York Stock Exchange. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Mike Thaman and Chief Financial Officer Michael McMurray will host an earnings conference call at 11
Mace® Security International, Inc. Announces Brand Seal to Combat Counterfeit Mace® Brand Products
January 31, 2018
CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In a move aimed at differentiating counterfeit, inferior and imitation pepper spray products in the United States and around the world, Mace Security International, Inc. (MSI) announced the creation of a Mace® Brand authentic product seal. This new seal is to indicate the product is a true and authorized Mace®
Environmental Product Declaration Verification Granted to PPG Sealant Formulas
January 31, 2018
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced environmental product declaration (EPD) verification for 15 formulas from the PPG TOP GUN® architectural sealants product line. PPG Top Gun is one of the first sealants in North America to publish a building and construction sealant EPD that is certified by the global
Griffon Corporation Declares Quarterly Dividend
January 31, 2018
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Griffon Corporation (NYSE:GFF) (the “Company” or “Griffon”) declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per share. The dividend is payable on March 22, 2018 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on February 22, 2018. About Griffon
The Mosaic Company Announces Senior Leadership Change
January 31, 2018
PLYMOUTH, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Mosaic Company (NYSE: MOS) announced today that Rich Mack will step down from his position as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, and leave the company in May of 2018. Anthony T. “Tony” Brausen will serve as Senior Vice President – Finance and interim CFO, effective
Cummins and Johnson Matthey Expand Efforts in Electrification
January 31, 2018
COLUMBUS, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) today announced the acquisition of Johnson Matthey’s UK automotive battery systems business, a subsidiary of Johnson Matthey that specializes in high-voltage automotive grade battery systems for electric and hybrid vehicles. As part of the acquisition, Cummins and Johnson Matthey also
Praxair Named to 2017 Newsweek Green Rankings
January 31, 2018
DANBURY, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Praxair, Inc. (NYSE: PX), a leading industrial gas company and recognized global leader in sustainable development, has again earned a place in the Newsweek Green Rankings. For 2017, Praxair ranked first among all industrial gas companies and ranked 26th on the U.S. 500. The company ranked 4th out of 35 companies in
Sparton Announces Extension of Outside Date Under Merger Agreement with Ultra
January 31, 2018
SCHAUMBURG, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sparton Corporation (NYSE:SPA) (“Sparton”) announced today that the outside date for completing the pending merger pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “merger agreement”), dated as of July 7, 2017, among Sparton, Ultra Electronics Holdings plc (ULE) (“Ultra”) and
AdaCore V18.1 Product Release Brings New Software Development and Verification Solutions
January 31, 2018
NEW YORK & PARIS & TOULOUSE, France--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ERTS² Congress - AdaCore, a trusted provider of software development and verification tools with headquarters in New York and Paris, is unveiling Version 18.1 of its industry-leading GNAT Pro, CodePeer, SPARK Pro, and QGen products. This latest version enhances the already robust,
How to Get Sprayed Metal Coatings to Stick
January 31, 2018
MIT research reveals that, in bonding of sprayed metal coatings, melting sometimes hurts rather than helps. Blog Post: 1/31/2018 David L. Chandler, MIT News Office Typically, in order to bond together two pieces of metal, either both metals must melt a bit where they meet or some molten metal must be introduced between the pieces. A
Movellus Launches With Focus on Expanding Digital Design Tools to Implement Analog Functionality
January 31, 2018
SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Movellus introduced itself today as a provider of software and IP innovations that expand digital design and verification tools to automatically implement functionality that has traditionally required months-long custom analog design. Because Movellus IP products are 100 percent digital, they accelerate
Avery Dennison Declares Quarterly Dividend
January 31, 2018
GLENDALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE:AVY) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.45 per share. The dividend is payable March 21, 2018, to shareholders of record on March 7, 2018. About Avery Dennison Avery Dennison (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and manufacturing company
ITT to Release 2017 Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Results, and 2018 Outlook on Feb. 16
January 31, 2018
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ITT Inc. (NYSE:ITT) will release its fourth-quarter and full-year 2017 financial results, as well as its outlook for full-year 2018, at 6:45 a.m. ET, on Friday, Feb. 16, 2018. At 9 a.m. ET, senior management will review financial and operating results, comment on current conditions and answer questions during an
Ingersoll Rand Reports Fourth-Quarter and Annual 2017 Results
January 31, 2018
SWORDS, Ireland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ingersoll-Rand plc (NYSE:IR), a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable and efficient environments, today reported diluted earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations of $1.93 for the fourth quarter of 2017. Adjusted continuing EPS of $1.02 excludes primarily non-cash tax-related benefits of
Kaman Announces $324 Million Joint Programmable Fuze Order
January 31, 2018
BLOOMFIELD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kaman Corp. (NYSE:KAMN) announced today that its Aerospace segment has been awarded a direct commercial sale (DCS) order for the procurement of Joint Programmable Fuzes (JPF) with an expected total value of $324 million. Delivery of the fuzes is anticipated to begin in 2019 and continue through 2022. "This order
Textron Reports Fourth Quarter 2017 Results; Announces 2018 Financial Outlook
January 31, 2018
PROVIDENCE, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2017, and provided guidance for its 2018 financial outlook. Net earnings for the quarter were reduced by a provisional tax charge of $1.00 per share resulting from the enactment of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
Sion Power® Announces Launch of Its Groundbreaking Licerion® Rechargeable Lithium Battery
January 31, 2018
TUCSON, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sion Power, a leading developer of lithium battery technology, announced today production will begin on their patented Licerion rechargeable lithium metal battery in late 2018 from its Tucson facility. The Licerion rechargeable lithium metal technology will offer the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and electric vehicle
Buy a McLaren with Bitcoin
January 31, 2018
We’re not exactly sure how much each of the 10 vehicles crafted by McLaren Special Operations, 10 MSO X cars that are inspired by the McLaren 570S GT4 race car, vehicles that were built to order by McLaren Newport Beach, retailed for, but we have a couple of clues that indicate that it would be fair to say “a lot.” That is, while
Airgain Announces Partnership with McLaren Technology Group to Drive Automotive Innovation
January 31, 2018
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Airgain, Inc. (NASDAQ: AIRG) a global leader in wireless connectivity platforms today announced a new multi-year partnership with McLaren Technology Group that will build on both companies’ reputations in leading-edge, high performance technologies. Airgain will build on its expertise in high performance
Shop Hits Home Run with Toolpath Simulation Software
January 31, 2018
Wolcott Design Services needed to improve efficiency during high-mix, low-volume runs. HMCs and Vericut tool simulation software by CGTech improved efficiency, spindle utilization and revenue.  Blog Post: 1/31/2018 Edited by Eli Plaskett Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop Competing as a small job shop means running as efficiently as
Plastics Improve Quality of Life—and Figs!
January 31, 2018
Plastics empower safer passage for fresh figs from California to New York—much to this editor’s delight. If you are a fan of fresh figs (as I am) then you may have resigned yourself (as I have) to the fact that when you buy figs in a plastic mesh-style box, the fruit on top may look great, but the figs on the bottom will be mashed,
Meggitt Training Systems to Demonstrate Export-Friendly FATS® 100MIL Virtual Simulator at SimTEX
January 31, 2018
SUWANEE, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Meggitt Training Systems, the leading provider of integrated live-fire and virtual weapons training products and services for armed forces and law enforcement, will demonstrate its export-friendly FATS® 100MIL small-arms training system at the Simulation Exhibition and Conference (SimTEX) 2018. The military
Tool Presetting Equipment Increases Machine Utilization
January 31, 2018
Haimer’s Uno series Microset tool presetting equipment’s Uno Smart features a small footprint, user-friendly operation and high precision that can be used for measurement during production and has a repeatability of ± 5 microns. New Product Post: 1/31/2018 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production
Record-Setting Year for Port Houston
January 31, 2018
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Port Houston business has grown consistently and solidly across all business lines, including achieving record-breaking performances and milestones in 2017. Highlights of the record-setting business and operational results for 2017 were announced today during the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority first
Ameriflight and Epic Flight Academy Sign Cadet Pathway Program
January 31, 2018
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ameriflight and Epic Flight Academy have entered into a cadet pathway program that will allow pilots to go from no licenses or aviation experience to piloting aircraft for a large airline in just five years. Participants will begin earning competitive pay six months in and will leave the program debt-free, a rare advantage
EcoVadis Awards Greif Gold Rating in Supplier CSR Assessment
January 30, 2018
DELAWARE, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Greif, Inc. (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B), a global leader in industrial packaging products and services, today announced that it has been awarded Gold Recognition Level in sustainability performance by EcoVadis, an independent rating agency specializing in the evaluation of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), including
Silgan Announces Record 2017 Earnings; Positioned for Growth and Significant Improvement in Cash
January 30, 2018
STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Silgan Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq:SLGN), a leading supplier of rigid packaging for consumer goods products, today reported full year 2017 record net income of $269.7 million, or $2.42 per diluted share, as compared to full year 2016 net income of $153.4 million, or $1.27 per diluted share. “In 2017, we posted
U.S. Synthetic Dye And Pigment Market 2018 - Analysis And Forecast to 2025 - ResearchAndMarkets.com
January 30, 2018
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "U.S. Synthetic Dye And Pigment Market - Analysis And Forecast to 2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The report provides an in-depth analysis of the U.S. synthetic dye and pigment market. It presents the latest data of the market size and volume, domestic production, exports and imports,
Immersion Enters Into Multi-Year Patent License Agreement With Marquardt
January 30, 2018
SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Immersion (NASDAQ:IMMR), the leading developer and licensor of touch feedback technology, today announced that it has signed a multi-year license agreement with Marquardt GmbH, providing Marquardt with access to Immersion’s patented haptic technology for use in its automotive solutions. Marquardt is a
MicroCare presenta fluido para limpieza de metal en el mercado mexicano
January 30, 2018
MicroCare Corp., un fabricante mundial de productos para limpieza crítica, recubrimiento y lubricación, ha presentado en el mercado mexicano el fluido de limpieza de metales Tergo. El limpiador de doble función está formulado para desengrasar fácilmente las piezas de metal y limpiar los fluxes de circuitos
Recubrimiento base de una capa de escamas de zinc para protección de tornillos
January 30, 2018
La demanda de productos para acabado que sean económicos y confiables —especialmente en recubrimientos para torni­llos— está en auge, y lo mismo se podría decir de la creciente necesidad de sistemas de protección contra la corrosión. Existen diferentes aplicaciones en las que se requieren hasta 720
Toyoda Partners with Tungaloy for Learning Seminar
January 30, 2018
The seminar, which will take place at Toyoda’s Arlington Heights, Illinois, facility, will be about accelerated machining of precipitation hardened stainless steel. News Post: 1/30/2018 Edited by Julia Hider Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop Toyoda Americas has partnered with Tungaloy for its latest lunch-and-learn
China Wool Yarn Market Report 2018 - Analysis and Forecast to 2025 - ResearchAndMarkets.com
January 30, 2018
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "China: Wool Yarn - Market Report - Analysis and Forecast to 2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The report provides an in-depth analysis of the wool yarn market in China. It presents the latest data of the market size and volume, exports and imports, price dynamics and turnover in the
Steel Market Development Institute Returns as Title Sponsor for Texas Auto Writers Association
January 30, 2018
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) has announced that the Steel Market Development Institute (SMDI) is returning as a title sponsor of its two marquee events for 2018. This marks the fifth consecutive year that SMDI, a business unit of the American Iron and Steel Institute, has partnered with the Texas automotive
Global Window Films Market - Automotive Segment to be a Major End-user | Technavio
January 30, 2018
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The global window films market is expected to grow at a CAGR of more than 5% from 2018-2022, according to a new market research report by Technavio. Global window films market segmentation by product type and end-user Technavio’s report on the global window films market analyses the business dimensions and presents a
Kaman Corporation Announces Release Date for Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2017 Earnings
January 30, 2018
BLOOMFIELD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kaman Corp. (NYSE:KAMN) announced today that it will report its fourth quarter and full year 2017 results after the stock market closes on Tuesday, February 27, 2018, and host a live webcast and conference call at 8:30 am ET on Wednesday, February 28, 2018. The call will be accessible by telephone within the U.S.
DuChâteau to Unveil New Luxury Vinyl Plank Collection at TISE 2018
January 30, 2018
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DuChâteau®, an innovator in the fine manufacture of luxury architectural finishes from custom flooring to wall coverings, will introduce its new luxury vinyl plank collection at The International Surface Event Jan. 30 to Feb. 1 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. DuChâteau’s
Henkel Awards Suppliers for Outstanding Contributions
January 30, 2018
ORLANDO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--For the 11th time, at the 2018 American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Annual Meeting and Industry Convention, from January 29th to February 2nd in Orlando, Florida, Henkel presented 15 awards to its top suppliers for their best-in-class performance in 2017. This year for the first time, Henkel awarded one winner and two second
SiteHawk and Avery Announce Partnership
January 30, 2018
RESTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SiteHawk, the global leader in Chemical Data Management and compliance solutions, and Avery Products Corporation, a leading manufacturer of innovative, printable labels and design software, announced a new strategic partnership today. The partnership supports the integration of robust chemical data, regulatory content
Aegis Software and MAX Partner to Deliver Integrated MES and ERP Solution
January 30, 2018
HORSHAM, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aegis Software, a global provider of Manufacturing Execution Software (MES) and MAX, a leading Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software solution for small and medium-sized discrete manufacturers, have teamed up to provide an integrated solution. This complementary combination will help manufacturers become more
Acorn Growth Companies Names New CEO and President of Raisbeck Engineering Inc.
January 30, 2018
SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Acorn Growth Companies, a private equity firm investing exclusively in aerospace and defense, announced Peter Greenthal as the new CEO and president of its portfolio business, Raisbeck Engineering Inc. headquartered in Seattle, Washington. “As we move into the next phase of growth for Raisbeck Engineering, Peter
Organisan Introduces First Nematicide Able to Be Applied During All Phases of the Growing Season
January 30, 2018
CARROLLTON, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Organisan Corporation, an innovator of effective-based agriculture solutions, is excited to officially launch full production of the revolutionary new product, Nemasan. The new product is an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registered nematicide that can both be applied during all phases of the growing cycle
U.S. Army Selects BAE Systems to Develop Advanced Precision Guidance Kits for Artillery Shells
January 30, 2018
HUDSON, N.H.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The U.S. Army has awarded BAE Systems an $8 million contract to develop modernized precision-guidance kits that ensure the accuracy of 155-millimeter artillery munitions. These kits enable munitions to make in-flight course corrections even in GPS-jammed environments. The trajectory corrections of BAE Systems’