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Bretford Demonstrates the Power to Learn at TCEA 2015
March 24, 2015
Booth Depicts How Power-Enabled Furniture Keeps Teaching and Learning from Being Interrupted Throughout the School DayTCEA 2015CHICAGO--This year at TCEA 2015, February 4-6 in Austin, Texas, Bretford Manufacturing, Inc., a U.S.-based manufacturer of technology-enabled furniture for learning and business environments, is demonstrating the important
Industrial Database Reports Idaho Manufacturing Jobs Rose 2.6% in 2014
March 24, 2015
EVANSTON, Ill.--For a third straight year, Idaho gained manufacturing jobs, reports the 2015 Idaho Manufacturers Directory, a manufacturers database and directory published by Manufacturers News, Inc. (MNI). According to data collected by MNI, Idaho manufacturers added 2,052 jobs or 2.6%, from November 2013 to November 2014, compared to 1.4%
ADM to Sell 50 Percent Stake in Northern Brazil Export Terminal
March 24, 2015
New joint venture will invest to quadruple facility s annual capacity to 6 million metric tonsCHICAGO--Archer Daniels Midland Company (NYSE: ADM) announced today that it has reached an agreement to sell to Glencore plc (LSE: GLEN) a 50 percent stake in its export terminal in Barcarena, in the northern Brazilian state of Par. The ADM-Glencore joint
Molex Provides Medical Device Design Engineers With Advanced Technology Solutions
March 24, 2015
Company s electronic solutions enable smaller, more portable devices that deliver higher level of performance, reliability and durabilityMD&M West 2015LISLE, Ill.--Molex Incorporated is committed to helping medical design engineers meet the growing demand for smaller, more portable devices without sacrificing performance and reliability. The
MSCI President Weidner Shares Top Trends Impacting Metals Industry
March 24, 2015
ROLLING MEADOWS, Ill.--Metals Service Center Institute (MSCI) President and CEO, M. Robert Weidner, III, discussed the top five trends challenging the metals industry in his State of the Industry address as his tour of MSCI chapters began this month, with stops in Chicago, Philadelphia and Spokane.Our goal is to provide accurate, indispensable
Chicago Area Utilities Join Forces to Help Families Save Electricity and Natural Gas
March 24, 2015
Super Savers Program offered by ComEd and Peoples Gas teaches kids, and their families, how to become more energy efficientCHICAGO--Nearly 5,000 Chicago fifth grade students are becoming Super Energy Savers through a joint education program offered by ComEd and Peoples Gas. Super Savers, a FREE science, engineering and mathematics (STEM) based
ADM to Present at 2015 CAGNY Conference
March 24, 2015
CHICAGO--Archer Daniels Midland Company (NYSE: ADM) will present at the 2015 Consumer Analyst Group of New York (CAGNY) Conference Tuesday, Feb. 17, in Boca Raton, Florida, at 1:45 p.m. Eastern time. Presenters will be: CEO Juan Luciano; Ray Young, chief financial officer; and Greg Morris, president, WILD Flavors and Specialty Ingredients business
Molex And Newly-Acquired Oplink To Demonstrate Innovative Transmission And Transport Solutions At
March 24, 2015
Product Showcase to feature QuatroScale line of active optical products, OptoConnect Optical Enclosures and moreOFC 2015LISLE, Ill.--Molex Incorporated will feature new product demonstrations plus a product showcase of innovative solutions for optical communications and networking applications at the Optical Fiber Communications (OFC) Exposition,
GE Capital Launches Dealer Insights Portal
March 24, 2015
Online tool gives dealers actionable information to help guide decision makingCHICAGO--GE Capital, Commercial Distribution Finance (CDF), a leading provider of inventory financing, announced it has launched Dealer Insights, an online portal designed to give motorsports dealers relevant information on inventory, demographics and financing to help
Molex Enhances Fiber Optic Solution Offerings
March 24, 2015
Oplink acquisition strengthens optical portfolio for telecommunications and datacom networkingLISLE, Ill.--Molex Incorporated announced today the expansion of its fiber optic technology platform following the recent acquisition of Oplink Communications. A wholly-owned subsidiary of Koch Industries, Molex will now manage Oplink, a leading provider
KUKA Robotics Corporation debuts the LBR iiwa to North America at Automate 2015
March 24, 2015
Discover the new LBR iiwa from KUKA Robotics in booth # 870 at Automate 2015 Chicago, IL March 23rdMarch 26th2015SHELBY TOWNSHIP, Mich. & CHICAGO--KUKA Robotics will exhibit among hundreds of world-class robotic industry suppliers at Automate 2015 Chicago in booth 840. Automate is the largest solutions-based showcase of automation technologies
GE Supplies EPA Certified Tier 4 Marine Diesel Engines and Propulsion Gearboxes to Reinauer
March 24, 2015
CHICAGO--GE Marine announced that Reinauer Transportation Companies, LLC, purchased two GE U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Tier 4 certified marine diesel engines and two Lufkin Marine Propulsion Gearboxes for its new Articulated Tug & Barge (ATB). Lufkin is a part of GE Oil & Gas. Reinauer (http://www.reinauer.com) is a
TRICOR Systems Inc. Achieves Boeing Performance Excellence Award for the Fifth Consecutive Year and
March 24, 2015
ELGIN, Ill.--TRICOR Systems Inc. announced today that for the fifth consecutive year it has received the prestigious 2014 Gold Boeing Performance Excellence Award. The Boeing Company issues this award annually to recognize suppliers who have achieved superior performance. TRICOR maintained a GOLD composite performance rating (100% in both quality
ASSE Supports Updating OSHA National Standards for Eye and Face Protection
March 24, 2015
PARK RIDGE, Ill.--This statement is attributable to ASSE President Patricia Ennis, CSP:The American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) has spoken out many times on the importance of using current American National Standards (ANSI) in legislation and regulation, since they are based on good science, sound technology, and the consensus process.This
John Crane Wins Exclusive Agreement for Portion of Clean Fuels Project in Kuwait
March 24, 2015
CHICAGO--John Crane today announced it has signed a frame agreement for the Kuwait National Petroleum Company (KNPC) Clean Fuels Project, a modernization project that will upgrade two refineries in Kuwait. The agreement covers the full share of the mechanical seals and systems used for more than 530 critical pumps at the Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery,
ThomasNet s New Full-Service Digital Agency Boosts Sales for Manufacturers and Distributors
March 24, 2015
Chicago Manufacturer Sees 50 Percent Increase in Qualified ProspectsNEW YORK--ThomasNet today announced that its new full-service digital marketing agency, ThomasNet RPM (Results Powered Marketing) is fueling leads and sales for manufacturers and distributors, and helping them to reach large companies on their wish lists.We have created a dream
Intertek Expands Building Products Capabilities and Capacity in U.S.
March 24, 2015
New Facilities and First-of-Its-Kind Fire Testing Apparatus Underscore Ongoing Dedication to IndustryCHICAGO--Intertek (LSE: ITRK), a leading provider of quality and safety services to a wide range of industries around the world, has announced its investment in expanded facilities and new testing devices to enhance its industry-leading breadth of
Reynolds Group Holdings Limited Announced Closing of Sale of SIG Combibloc Business
March 24, 2015
LAKE FOREST, Ill.--Reynolds Group Holdings Limited announced the closing of the previously announced sale of its SIG Combibloc business (SIG), which is reported as its SIG segment, to Onex Corporation. The aggregate purchase price for SIG paid at closing was 3.575 billion, adjusted for estimates of certain items including closing date cash,
Virginia Gains Manufacturing Jobs for Third Straight Year as Food Products, Auto Sector Spur Growth
March 24, 2015
EVANSTON, Ill.--For a third straight year, Virginia gained manufacturing jobs, reports the 2015 Virginia Manufacturers Directory, an industrial database and directory published by Manufacturers News, Inc. (MNI). According to data collected by MNI, Virginia manufacturers added 4,114 jobs or 1.2%, from December 2013 to December 2014, running ahead of
Molex Expands Heavy Duty Connector Portfolio for Industrial Automation
March 24, 2015
GWconnectsolutions combat mechanical stress in power, signal and control circuitsLISLE, Ill.--Molex Incorporated announces the expansion of its Heavy Duty Connectors following the recent acquisition of the GWconnect product range from Italian industrial connector manufacturer Westec Srl. GWconnect Heavy Duty Connectors provide exceptional
Siemens to Offer Commercial and Industrial Buildings More Water, Energy Saving Options
March 24, 2015
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill.--Siemens and Silver Bullet Water Treatment Company have entered into an agreement that will help broaden Siemens offerings of non-hazardous chemical water treatment solutions. Specifically, customers will be able to lease the EPA-proven technology to treat cooling tower water onsite.This makes for safer working environments and
PCTEL Promotes David Neumann to Senior Vice President and General Manager
March 24, 2015
Neumann to Manage Expanded RF SolutionsBLOOMINGDALE, Ill.--PCTEL, Inc. (NASDAQ: PCTI), a leader in Performance Critical Telecom solutions, announced that David Neumann had been promoted to Senior Vice President and General Manager of the company s RF Solutions group. The promotion was associated with PCTEL s acquisition of Nexgen Wireless, Inc. s
Introducing New Hefty Ultimate Flex and Ultra Flex Trash Bags
March 24, 2015
Hefty s strongest trash bags just got even stronger with improved flex technologyLAKE FOREST, Ill.--Hefty is proud to introduce new Hefty Ultimate Flex and Ultra Flex trash bags, now featuring expandable strength and delivering better puncture resistance than Glad ForceFlex bags.While Hefty is known for its high-quality trash bags, we re always
Videojet Launches New Ink with Exceptional Adhesion for Returnable Bottle Applications
March 24, 2015
Continuous inkjet ink innovation formulated to withstand rigors of manufacturing and distribution chain while allowing for easy caustic washCHICAGO--From cold fill at high speeds to movement throughout the distribution chain, recycled bottling applications require hard-working ink formulations for bottle coding. To meet demanding adhesion,
Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak and Comedian Frank Caliendo to Headline ProMat Expo in Chicago
March 24, 2015
CHICAGO--It's only fitting that the year's largest expo focused around supply chain technology and innovation features an appropriately big-time keynote speaker.Enter Steve Wozniak, or The Woz as he is affectionately known by his fans, who launched one of the most successful tech companies in history along with the late Steve Jobs.ProMat attendees
Coveris Names Randy Klingner as Program Director CRM
March 24, 2015
CHICAGO--Coveris, a global leader in packaging and coatings solutions, is pleased to announce the addition of Mr. Randy Klingner as Program Director CRM. As a member of Coveris Commercial Excellence Team, Mr. Klingner will provide strategic and tactical leadership to deliver enabling processes and technology across Coveris globally.With the Coveris
Polymicro Technologies Tight Tolerance Vision System (VS) Flexible Fused Silica Capillary Tubing
March 24, 2015
Pittcon booth 2518 showcases Polymicro solutions for medical, scientific and industrial labsLISLE, Ill.--Molex Incorporated will exhibit Polymicro Technologies Tight Tolerance Vision System (VS) Flexible Fused Silica Capillary Tubing at Booth 2518, Pittcon Conference and Exposition, March 8 - 12, 2015 in New Orleans. Polymicro Technologies VS
ASSE Webinar: What makes a great safety leader Ask Paul O Neill directly
March 24, 2015
PARK RIDGE, Ill.--The American Society of Safety Engineers invites safety professionals to register to learn how Paul O Neill, the former chairman of Alcoa, transformed a company with an average safety record into one of the safest manufacturers in the world, all while quintupling its market capitalization.We are thrilled he has agreed to share his
Great Lakes Announces Receipt of $134.5 Million Award for Savannah Harbor Expansion Project
March 24, 2015
OAK BROOK, Ill.--Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company, (NASDAQ:GLDD), the largest provider of dredging services in the United States, announced today receipt of an award for a $134.5 million contract to deepen the Savannah Harbor federal shipping channel.The project involves deepening the entrance channel to a depth of 47 feet and represents the
Coveris Wins Flexible Packaging Association s Highest Achievement Award for Revolutionary Intervoid
March 24, 2015
CHICAGO--Coveris, a global leader in packaging and coatings solutions, received the Flexible Packaging Association s (FPA) Highest Achievement Award for Institutional packaging for their sterile packaging innovation, Intervoid. One of the industry s highest accolades, the FPA Highest Achievement Award recognizes Coveris advanced packaging expertise
Schutt Sports Wins Two Prestigious Industry Awards
March 24, 2015
Manufacturing Leadership Awards Recognize Schutt for Innovative Product Design and Mass Customization AchievementsLITCHFIELD, Ill.--Schutt Sports announced today that it had won two prestigious manufacturing awards, recognizing the company s innovation excellence, along with the company s outstanding capability to drive customization into markets
ComEd Is the First Utility to Receive FAA Approval for Operational Use of UASs
March 24, 2015
Unmanned Aircraft System will be used to inspect electrical delivery linesCHICAGO--ComEd announced that it has received approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to use innovative, unmanned aircraft systems (UASs), or aerial robotics, to inspect its lines.This UAS technology will allow us to be more proactive in identifying problems
Cat s Pride Launches Fresh & Light Ultimate Care Performance Based Litter That is Light Done
March 24, 2015
New formula joins family of leading lightweight scoopable clay littersCHICAGO--Cat s Pride announces the national launch of Fresh & Light Ultimate Care litter, a revolutionary new, ultra-lightweight formula that boasts benefits that are good for both cats and their owners. Weighing up to 50 percent less than other traditional scoopable clay cat
Essex Rental Corp. to Present at the Evercore ISI Annual Industrial Conference in New York, Tuesday,
March 24, 2015
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill.--Essex Rental Corp. (Nasdaq: ESSX) ("Essex") today announced that management of the Company will participate in the Evercore ISI Annual Industrial Conference being held at the St. Regis Hotel in New York on March 3, 2015 .Nicholas Matthews, Chief Executive Officer and Kory Glen, Chief Financial Officer, will be available for
Rubicon Technology to Present at Investor Conference on March 9, 2015
March 24, 2015
ROTH Conference 2015BENSENVILLE, Ill.--Rubicon Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:RBCN), a leading provider of sapphire substrates and products to the LED, semiconductor, and optical markets, will participate in the 27th Annual Roth Conference for investors at the Ritz Carlton, Laguna Niguel, in Dana Point, CA, on Monday, March 9, 2015. Mardel Graffy, Chief
Littelfuse Product Honored with Intelligent Industry Outstanding Solution Award
March 24, 2015
CHICAGO--Littelfuse, Inc., the global leader in circuit protection, announced today that its SDP0240T023G6 SIDACtor protection thyristor solution has been honored with the Intelligent Industry Outstanding Solution Award in the 2013-2014 China Best IC and Electronic Products Solution Award program. The award was given to the Littelfuse product based
Canton s Big Toot Returns to Its Original Home
March 24, 2015
CANTON, Ill.--On March 2, the iconic big steam whistle affectionately known as Big Toot will return to its original home at the old International Harvester site that is now occupied by Cook Medical and the Cook Polymer Technology manufacturing facilities. Big Toot will be dedicated at the facility and the whistle will be blown at noon to signify
InnerWorkings Creative Execution Team Wins Coveted Design Industry Award
March 24, 2015
Graphic Design USA honors InnerWorkings point-of-sale materials for PNC Financial ServicesCHICAGO--InnerWorkings, Inc.(NASDAQ:INWK), a leading marketing execution firm, announced that Graphic Design USA Magazine has selected InnerWorkings as a winner of its 2015 American Package Design Awards for its creative execution work developed for PNC
Thorne Research Announces NSF Certification
March 24, 2015
Ensuring what is on the label is in the bottle and that the products do not contain unsafe levels of contaminants.SANDPOINT, Idaho--Thorne Research is proud to announce that it recently received the prestigious NSF International Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Registration for its Sandpoint, Idaho manufacturing facility.Good manufacturing
Nederman Receives Order from Major Steel Producer in The USA
March 24, 2015
STOCKHOLM--Regulatory News:We continue to strengthen our position in the USA. This order confirms our ability to fulfill the customers need of eco-efficient solutions that filter, clean and recycleNederman (STO:NMAN)The order, worth approximately 8 million USD (SEK 66 million), will provide air filtration for an electric arc furnace.The customer s
Mitsubishi Electric, Ritsumeikan University and JST Develop Security Solution for IoT Devices
March 24, 2015
Protects the safety and security of embedded devices by using individual differences of LSIsTOKYO--Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO:6503), Ritsumeikan University and Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) today announced that they have developed a security technology that uses the individual differences of large scale integrations (LSIs)
SCHOTT Prepares for Launch of adaptiQ Ready-to-Use Pharmaceutical Vials and Streamlines Syringe
March 24, 2015
LEBANON, Pa.--SCHOTT is advancing to full-scale production of its new adaptiQ system for ready-to-use pharmaceutical vials at the company s U.S. facility in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, in preparation for commercial launch early in 2015. At the same time, the U.S. syringe production line will be transferred to SCHOTT s Center of Excellence for
Aspen Labs and Digi-Key Launch PCBWeb Designer A Free, Full-Featured Schematic Capture and Layout
March 24, 2015
Easy-to-Use EDA/CAD Software Links to 300,000 Available PartsBOISE, Idaho & THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn.--Aspen Labs, a joint-venture partner of Hearst Electronics Group,in cooperation with Digi-Key,launched PCBWeb Designer, a free schematic capture and layout EDA/CAD tool for design engineers. The new software is available globally today as a
World's smallest OEM OCR reader by Access IS is now even faster
March 24, 2015
READING, England--With mobile devices permeating all areas of identity authentication and verification for both Governmental and Commercial applications Access IS has responded with the next generation of its successful and proven OEM OCR engine. This latest generation of the device has a sensor and embedded coding that operate at lightning speed,
Chobani, Inc. Opens World's Largest Yogurt Plant in Twin Falls, Idaho
March 24, 2015
EMCOR Group, Inc. Subsidiary Shambaugh & Son Was The Design-Build Contractor For The PlantNORWALK, Conn.-- Today Chobani, Inc. opened its new state-of-the-art Greek Yogurt plant in Twin Falls, Idaho, which is twice the size of the world's next largest yogurt plant. Shambaugh & Son was the prime design/builder for the record 10-month,
U.S. Department of Energy Extends Contract for Idaho Cleanup Project
March 24, 2015
SAN FRANCISCO-- URS Corporation (NYSE:URS) today announced that the U.S. Department of Energy has extended its Idaho Cleanup Project contract with CH2M-WG Idaho, LLC (CWI) for an additional three years to September 2015. CWI is a partnership between CH2M-Hill and URS that directs the Idaho Cleanup Project at the Department of Energy's Idaho
Free Online Compliance Training for Underground Storage Tank Operators at Idaho.gov Announced
March 24, 2015
BOISE, Idaho-- The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality has launched TankHelper, a new online training and compliance tool developed in the Gem State for owners and operators of Idaho's fueling facilities. The free service is available at http://idaho.gov/, the state's official Web site.TankHelper provides convenient, no-cost, site-specific
Unitech Composites Expands Capabilities with Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI) Solutions
March 24, 2015
Unitech Composites and Structures, a member of the AGC Composites Group, has announced investment in Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI) equipment to streamline and accelerate its production and inspection processes. The introduction of in-house NDI enhances the scope of capabilities that it can offer to meet customer demand derived from the
OSI Systems Receives $2.3 Million Contract for Patient Monitoring & Connectivity Solutions
March 24, 2015
HAWTHORNE, Calif.--OSI Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:OSIS), a vertically-integrated provider of specialized electronic products for critical applications in the Security and Healthcare industries, today announced that its Healthcare division, Spacelabs Healthcare, has received an approximate $2.3 million contract from an Idaho health system. Spacelabs
Clearwater Paper to Sell Lewiston Sawmill to Idaho Forest Group
March 24, 2015
Idaho Forest Group to Revitalize the MillSPOKANE, Wash.--Clearwater Paper Corporation (NYSE:CLW) has announced the company has entered into an agreement to sell its Lewiston, Idaho, sawmill to Idaho Forest Group of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.The mill and its location in the LC Valley and surrounding wood basket give us the ability to better supply our