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Unitech Awarded Design Contract for Next Generation Composite PHODS for the US Army
March 24, 2015
HAYDEN, Idaho--Unitech Composites and Structures, Inc. (Unitech), an AGC Aerospace & Defense company, has been awarded a contract to design and produce a next generation lightweight, composite overwrapped pressure vessel (COPV) for the US Army Portable Helicopter Oxygen Delivery System (PHODS).This next generation PHODS vessel will provide our
RedBuilt Acquires Certain Standard Structures Inc. Assets as SSI Exits the Engineered Wood Products
March 24, 2015
BOISE, Idaho--RedBuilt, a supplier of engineered lumber products, signed an agreement today to purchase certain Standard Structures Inc. (SSI) assets, such as equipment, raw materials inventory and intellectual property.SSI, a leading manufacturer of glulam beams, I-joists and open-web trusses for commercial and multifamily roof and floor systems,
Chemtura today announces First Quarter 2011 Earnings release date and Conference Call details
March 24, 2015
PHILADELPHIA--Chemtura Corporation (NYSE: CHMT) today announced it will release its 2011 First Quarter earnings and file its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q on Thursday, May 5, 2011 after the market closes.The company will host a teleconference to review these results on Friday, May 6, 2011, at 9 a.m. (EDT). Copies of the release, as well as
TowerJazz Expected to Nearly Double Production Capacity with Proposed Acquisition of Micron
March 24, 2015
MIGDAL HAEMEK, Israel & BOISE, Idaho--TowerJazz, the global specialty foundry leader, announced today it has signed a non-binding term sheet contemplating its purchase of Micron Technology's fabrication facility in Nishiwaki City, Hyogo, Japan. The proposed purchase would nearly double TowerJazz's current internal manufacturing capacity,
ON Semiconductor to Further Expand Facility in Pocatello, Idaho
March 24, 2015
PHOENIX--ON Semiconductor (Nasdaq: ONNN), a premier supplier of high performance silicon solutions for energy efficient electronics, plans to install another $15.7 million worth of production equipment in its eight-inch Pocatello, Idaho, wafer manufacturing facility during the next six months. This investment is in addition to the company's
Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion Flies' into the Business Aviation Market
March 24, 2015
Industry's most advanced integrated avionics system enters service on Bombardier Global 5000 aircraftRockwell Collins today announced that its Pro Line Fusion advanced integrated avionics system has entered into service as part of Bombardier's Vision Flight Deck* on Global aircraft.Pro Line Fusion brings superior situational awareness,
Rockwell Collins Recognizes 2011 Engineers of the Year
March 24, 2015
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa---Three employees who embody excellence in engineering have received the 2011 Rockwell Collins Engineer of the Year Award.David Gribble, a principal systems engineer in Commercial Systems; Reed Moody, a principal systems engineer in Government Systems; and Tyler Wilson, a principal systems engineer in Engineering and Technology,
Eaglets Begin Hatching At Alcoa
March 24, 2015
You Can Watch The Hatching Process On The Alcoa EagleCamRIVERDALE, Iowa--The hatching of three eggs in an eagle's nest near the giant Alcoa (NYSE:AA) aluminum rolling mill in Iowa has started. Viewers from around the world are connecting to the Alcoa EagleCam to see if all three eggs in the nest hatch. This is the third year the parent eagles,
Groundbreaking Ceremony for Valent BioSciences Marks Growth of Biorational Product Segment in
March 24, 2015
OSAGE, Iowa--Dignitaries from state and local government joined representatives from Valent BioSciences Corporation (VBC) in Iowa today for a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the start of construction on the company's new $146 million biorational manufacturing facility.The world needs sustainable technologies that deliver measureable value not only
NYSE Amex Accepts ATC Venture Group Compliance Plan
March 24, 2015
SPENCER, Iowa---ATC Venture Group Inc. (AMEX:ATC) previously announced that it had received notice from the NYSE American Stock Exchange (NYSE Amex) indicating that the Company is not in compliance with the continued listing standards of the NYSE Amex. The Company was given the opportunity to submit a plan of compliance to NYSE Amex and has done
Pinnacle Foods Expands Facility in Fort Madison, Creates 65 Jobs in Iowa
March 24, 2015
Iowa Governor Terry Branstad and Lt. Governor Kim Reynolds Join Local Officials and Pinnacle Foods Executives at Ribbon-Cutting CeremonyFORT MADISON, Iowa--Pinnacle Foods Group LLC officially opens a 17,000 square foot expansion to their Fort Madison canned meat factory today. The newly expanded location brings 65 jobs to Fort Madison, Iowa.
ITWC Urethane Solutions Selects ChemPoint.com to Provide PolyS Products in North America
March 24, 2015
MALCOM, Iowa & BELLEVUE, Wash.--ITWC, Inc. has selected ChemPoint.com as the exclusive PolyS polyester polyol distributor in North America. PolyS products are used in a number of markets, including but not limited to coatings, adhesives, polyurethanes foams, hotcast polyurethanes, and chemical processing. Effective today, ChemPoint will provide
Cycle Country Announces Sale of its Perf-form Product Line
March 24, 2015
SPENCER, Iowa--Cycle Country Accessories Corp. (AMEX:ATC), the world leader in ATV and UTV snow plows and accessories, announced that they have sold the Perf-form brand to the original founder Doug Koelfgen.Doug Koelfgen was the original founder from whom Cycle Country purchased the business in 2002 and we felt selling it back to him was and is the
Alcoa to Invest Approximately $300 Million in Davenport, Iowa Plant
March 24, 2015
Expansion Includes New, Patented Bonding Technology That Will Be Licensed Across Automotive Industry.Alcoa (NYSE:AA) will expand its Davenport, Iowa rolled products plant to meet rising demand from the automotive market. More and more automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are switching from steel to aluminum products from Alcoa as they
Cycle Country Accessories Corp. Announces Sale of Its ATV Accessories Division for $9.7 Million
March 24, 2015
SPENCER, Iowa---Cycle Country Accessories Corp. (AMEX:ATC) announced today that it is selling its ATV Accessories product line to Kolpin Outdoors Inc. of Fox Lake, WI, for $9.7 million, subject to certain adjustments and contingencies.this significant addition to the Kolpin family will insure our leadership position in offering our customers the
Rockwell Collins Selected by Inmarsat GX to Be Exclusive Ka Broadband Satcom Terminal Provider for
March 24, 2015
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa--Rockwell Collins will play a major role in bringing global broadband connectivity to business, commercial air transport and government aircraft through a recently signed agreement with Inmarsat, the leading provider of global mobile satellite communications services.This world-class partnership is a game-changer for airborne
Rockwell Collins Awarded Contract for KC-10 CNS/ATM Cockpit Upgrade Program
March 24, 2015
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa--The U.S. Air Force has awarded Rockwell Collins a contract to provide systems integration and avionics for the KC-10 Communication, Navigation, Surveillance/Air Traffic Management (CNS/ATM) Cockpit Modernization Program. The contract, valued at more than $160 million over the life of the program, calls for Rockwell Collins to
Rockwell Collins Divests Rollmet Business
March 24, 2015
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa--Rockwell Collins has reached an agreement to sell its Rollmet product line to Precision Castparts Corp. The sale is expected to be completed in the fiscal fourth quarter, subject to customary conditions to closing.With this change in ownership, Rollmet will be better aligned with its end markets, which should enhance its
Positech Corporation Launches New Website Featuring Media Library and Enhanced Search Options
March 24, 2015
Features a video library of their products, enhanced search capabilities and a variety of case studies to viewLaurens, IA-Positech Corporation, manufacturer of material handling equipment for North America is announces the launch of a new design for their website. The website address www.positech.com   remains the same, but has been
Embraer Selects Rockwell Collins Advanced Avionics System for Brazilian Air Force KC-390 fleet
March 24, 2015
First application of Pro Line Fusion avionics for a military platformCEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa--Embraer Defense and Security has selected Rockwell Collins to provide its Pro Line Fusion flight deck for the KC-390 tanker/transport aircraft. The Brazilian Air Force has committed to purchasing 28 KC-390 aircraft.With advanced technologies including the
Global Animal Health and Nutrition Leader Establishes Home in the Heartland
March 24, 2015
Ames, IA Global animal health and nutrition company Alltech moved into Americas heartland on Wednesday, April 20, with the opening of its 16th office in North America.   Alltech president and founder, Dr. Pearse Lyons, along with Iowa Governor Terry Branstad, Lieutenant Governor Kim Reynolds, and Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey
Flexsteel Industries, Inc. Announces Dates for the Release of Third Quarter Fiscal 2011 Operating
March 24, 2015
DUBUQUE, Iowa--Flexsteel Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:FLXS) announces that its operating results for the three and nine months ended March 31, 2011 will be released on Tuesday, April 19, 2011, after the market close.Senior management will host an analyst's conference call to review third quarter and fiscal year-to-date operating results at 10:30 am CT
Winnebago Industries Announces Second Quarter of Fiscal 2011 Financial Results Conference Call to Be
March 24, 2015
FOREST CITY, Iowa--Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE: WGO), a United States recreation vehicle manufacturer, will host a conference call on Thursday, March 17, 2011 at 9 a.m. Central Time (CT) to discuss the financial results for its second quarter of Fiscal 2011 ended February 26, 2011. The Company will release its
Flexsteel Industries, Inc. Announces Dates for the Release of Second Quarter Fiscal 2011 Operating
March 24, 2015
DUBUQUE, Iowa--Flexsteel Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:FLXS) announces that its operating results for the three and six months ended December 31, 2010 will be released on Thursday, February 3, 2011, after the market close.Senior management will host an analysts conference call to review second quarter and fiscal year-to-date operating results at 10:30
Rockwell Collins Opening of China System Support Center Signifies Continued Investment in China
March 24, 2015
SHANGHAI--As Chinas commercial aviation industry continues to transform into a larger player in the global marketplace, Rockwell Collins, a pioneer in communication and aviation electronics solutions with a presence in China that dates back nearly 30 years, has further expanded its offerings in the region with the opening of a new China System
Rockwell Collins Expands Ascend Flight Information Solutions Offering with Acquisition of CTA
March 24, 2015
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa--Rockwell Collins, Inc. (NYSE: COL) acquisition of Computing Technologies for Aviation, Inc. (CTA), a provider of flight operations management solutions for corporate flight departments and other aviation customers. The acquisition adds to the broad capabilities of Rockwell Collins new Ascend flight information solutions offering
Titan International Announces Tire Production has Resumed
March 24, 2015
QUINCY, Ill.--Titan Tire Corporation, a subsidiary of Titan International, Inc., has announced that the Titan Tire Des Moines factory ratified the last and best contract proposal Thursday evening, December 23. Both Freeport, Illinois and Bryan, Ohio tire factories did not. Tire production started at all three factories on Sunday night, December 26,
Rockwell Collins Acquires Blue Ridge Simulation to Expand Embedded Simulation and Training Offerings
March 24, 2015
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa--Rockwell Collins, Inc. (NYSE: COL) has acquired Blue Ridge Simulation, Inc., a supplier of high-performance sensor simulation for U.S. Department of Defense, commercial and international training applications.Blue Ridge provides a critical sensor simulation capability that will greatly enhance our integrated training
Flexsteel Announces Quarterly Dividend
March 24, 2015
DUBUQUE, Iowa--Flexsteel Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLXS): The Board of Directors of Flexsteel Industries, Inc. declared a quarterly dividend of $0.075 per share, payable January 3, 2011 to shareholders of record as of December 17, 2010.Flexsteel has paid cash dividends each year since 1938 on its common stock. This is the 276th consecutive cash
Winnebago Industries Receives 'Fully Meets' Classification from Ford Motor Company's Truck Quality
March 24, 2015
FOREST CITY, Iowa--Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE:WGO), a motor home manufacturer, was once again recognized by Ford Motor Company for receiving the fully meets classification as part of their Truck Quality Program.The Truck Quality Program is the highest honor awarded to vehicle modifiers. It is based on an assessment of a modifiers engineering
Winnebago Industries to Be Featured on How It's Made
March 24, 2015
FOREST CITY, Iowa--Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE: WGO), a leading United States motor home manufacturer, will be featured in a two-part episode of the hit show How Its Made that airs on the Science Channel. The episodes, which feature how a Winnebago Industries motor home is made, will premier on Friday, October 29 at 9 pm EST. We are extremely
Rockwell Collins Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend
March 24, 2015
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa--The Board of Directors of Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) has declared a quarterly dividend of 24 cents per share on its common stock, payable Dec. 6, 2010, to shareholders of record at the close of business on Nov. 15, 2010. Rockwell Collins is a pioneer in the development and deployment of innovative communication and aviation
Siemens receives Iowa wind turbine and service order
March 24, 2015
Carroll Wind Farm will consist of nine 2.3-megawatt geared turbinesCommissioning expected in early 2015Includes service and maintenance agreementWith another order announcement in the U.S., Siemens Energy continues its success in the Americas wind market. The Carroll wind power plant will be located in western Iowa near the city of Carroll, and
Rockwell Collins CEO and President to Address RBC Capital Markets' Aerospace and Defense Investor
March 24, 2015
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa--Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) CEO and President Kelly Ortberg will address RBC Capital Markets' Aerospace and Defense Investor Day in New York on May 15, 2014, at 10:40 a.m. Eastern Time.A live audio webcast and subsequent replay of Ortberg's comments will be available on the company's web site at www.rockwellcollins.com.
Bombardier's Learjet 85 Takes Flight with Rockwell Collins' Pro Line Fusion Avionics
March 24, 2015
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa--Rockwell Collins' award-winning Pro Line Fusion avionics installed on the Learjet 85* aircraft, played a key role in the first flight of Bombardier*'s new business jet, which occurred yesterday in Wichita, Kan. The Learjet 85 also features Rockwell Collins' horizontal stabilizer trim system (HSTS).Pro Line Fusion's wide breadth
Siemens awarded largest onshore wind power order to date
March 24, 2015
Siemens to supply 448 wind turbines with a total capacity of 1,050 megawatts and provide service for several yearsThe customer, MidAmerican Energy, will equip five wind power projects in the U.S. state of Iowa with Siemens wind turbinesClean energy for nearly 320,000 American householdsSiemens has received an order from the U.S. energy company
University of Iowa Pharmaceuticals and Ceptaris Therapeutics, Inc.
March 24, 2015
IOWA CITY, Iowa--The University of Iowa Pharmaceuticals (UIP) client, Ceptaris Therapeutics, Inc., a privately held, specialty pharmaceutical company, announced on August 26th that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted marketing approval for VALCHLOR (mechlorethamine ) gel 0.016%, a product that will be commercially manufactured
Rockwell Collins Announces Agreement to Sell Kaiser Optical Systems to Endress+Hauser
March 24, 2015
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa--Rockwell Collins, Inc. (NYSE: COL) announced today that it has reached a definitive agreement to sell its subsidiary, Kaiser Optical Systems, Inc., a leader in spectrographic instrumentation and applied holographic technology, to Endress+Hauser.The Raman technology enlarges our offering for customers in core industries.Terms of
PTA Holdings, Inc. Iowa Fleet Expands Area of Service Out of San Antonio, Texas to Its Midwestern
March 24, 2015
PHOENIX, -- PTA Holdings, Inc. (Pink Sheets:PTAH), a multi-faceted transportation group providing a broad array of traditional transportation and management services, has just announced that they have established truckload service for a major supplier of bakery products serving the fast food industry based in San Antonio, Texas. Its Iowa-based
Rockwell Collins President to Address RBC Capital Markets' Aerospace and Defense Investor Day on May
March 24, 2015
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa--Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) President Kelly Ortberg will address RBC Capital Markets' Aerospace and Defense Investor Day in New York, NY on May 16, 2013, at 9:20 a.m. Eastern Time.A live audio webcast and subsequent replay of Ortberg's comments will be available on the company's web site at www.rockwellcollins.com. Listeners of
Rockwell Collins Chairman and CEO to Address Wells Fargo Securities 2013 Industrial and Construction
March 24, 2015
Wells Fargo Industrial & Construction Conference 2013CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa-- Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) Chairman and CEO Clay Jones will address Wells Fargo Securities 2013 Industrial and Construction Conference in New York, NY on May 8, 2013, at 10:15 a.m. Eastern Time.A live audio webcast and subsequent replay of Jones' comments will be
Rockwell Collins Wins More Content on Airbus A350 XWB with Rudder/Brake Pedal Assembly Award
March 24, 2015
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa-- Rockwell Collins announced today that it has been selected by Airbus to provide the rudder/brake pedal assembly for the A350 XWB family of aircraft.This win tops off a comprehensive suite of offerings for the A350 XWB, which represents the most content we've ever had on an Airbus platformThis win tops off a comprehensive suite
Rockwell Collins Chairman and CEO to Address J.P. Morgan Aviation, Transportation & Defense
March 24, 2015
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa-- Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) Chairman and CEO Clay Jones will address J.P. Morgan Aviation, Transportation & Defense Conference in New York, NY on March 5, 2013, at 8:45 a.m. Eastern Time.A live audio webcast and subsequent replay of Jones' comments will be available on the company's web site at
Sabre Industries, Inc. Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Industrial Complex in Sioux City, Iowa
March 24, 2015
SIOUX CITY, Iowa-- Sabre Industries, Inc. held a ribbon cutting ceremony today for their new Iowa industrial complex in Sioux City's Southbridge Business Park. A multi-phase expansion project, this new 150 acre site provides Sabre with the ability to locate all Sioux City operations on one campus.We are pleased to be able to keep our Iowa
Rockwell Collins President to Address Cowen and Company 34th Annual Aerospace/Defense Conference on
March 24, 2015
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa--Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) President Kelly Ortberg will address Cowen and Company 34th Annual Aerospace/Defense Conference in New York, NY on February 6, 2013, at 9:40 a.m. Eastern Time.A live audio webcast and subsequent replay of Ortberg's comments will be available on the company's web site at www.rockwellcollins.com.
Flexsteel Announces 12% First Quarter Sales Growth
March 24, 2015
DUBUQUE, Iowa--Flexsteel Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:FLXS) today reported net sales of $91.2 million, a 12% increase for the first quarter ended September 30, 2012 as compared to the prior year first quarter. Residential net sales were $72.3 million in the current quarter, an increase of 16% from the prior year quarter of $62.5 million. Commercial net
Flexsteel Industries, Inc. Announces Dates for the Release of First Quarter Fiscal 2013 Operating
March 24, 2015
DUBUQUE, Iowa--Flexsteel Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:FLXS) announces that its operating results for the first quarter ended September 30, 2012 will be released on Tuesday, October 16, 2012, after the market closes.Senior management will host an analyst's conference call to review first quarter operating results at 10:00 am CT on Wednesday, October 17,
Mestek Machinery, Inc. Hosting Open House in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to Celebrate National Manufacturing
March 24, 2015
Mestek Machinery, Inc. is hosting an open house at its manufacturing facility located at 5480 Sixth Street SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa to celebrate national Manufacturing Day on October 5, 2012.  The open house will be held on Friday, October 5, 2012 from 10:00am to 12:00pm and is open to anyone with an interest in manufacturing.  We are also
Rockwell Collins' Pro Line Fusion Now Certified on Gulfstream G280
March 24, 2015
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa--Rockwell Collins announced that its Pro Line Fusion integrated avionics system has achieved Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification on the Gulfstream PlaneView280 flight deck.The PlaneView280 flight deck with Pro Line Fusion is the most advanced in its class with large format displays and intuitive graphics for all
Flexsteel Industries, Inc. Announces Dates for the Release of Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2012
March 24, 2015
DUBUQUE, Iowa--Flexsteel Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:FLXS) announces that its operating results for the three-months and fiscal year ended June 30, 2012 will be released on Tuesday, August 14, 2012, after the market closes.Senior management will host an analyst's conference call to review fourth quarter and fiscal year-end operating results at 10:30