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Cabot Corporation Announces Chief Financial Officer Eduardo Cordeiro to Retire and Appoints Erica
April 23, 2018
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cabot Corporation (NYSE:CBT) today announced that Eduardo Cordeiro, executive vice president, chief financial officer (CFO) and president of the Americas Region, will retire from Cabot at the end of 2018. He will step down from these roles effective May 15, 2018 at which time Erica McLaughlin, the Company’s vice
Greif, Inc. Releases 2017 Sustainability Report, Announces 2025 Goals and Gasser Award Winner
April 23, 2018
DELAWARE, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In conjunction with Earth Day, Greif, Inc. (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B) today announces the launch of its online 2017 Sustainability Report, which details its 2025 global sustainability goals. A global leader and industrial packaging solutions provider, Greif’s ninth annual Sustainability Report demonstrates the
Myers Industries Announces Reporting Date and Conference Call for 2018 First Quarter Results
April 23, 2018
AKRON, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MYE) today announced that it will report financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2018 on Monday, May 7, 2018 before the market opens. The Company will host a conference call the same day at 10 a.m. Eastern Time to review its performance. Investors and analysts may access
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross and GT-PHEV Scoop Prestigious GOOD DESIGN™ Awards
April 23, 2018
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Two of Mitsubishi Motors’ latest creations – the Eclipse Cross CUV and the GT-PHEV Concept – have received GOOD DESIGN™* awards from experts at The Chicago Athenaeum. The awards are an indication of the success of Mitsubishi Motors’ design renaissance, which include the face-lift for the
Light Truck tires outpace 4x4/SUV, Passenger Car segments in units, dollars, and price
April 23, 2018
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The latest data from GfK’s nationwide point-of-sale (POS) panel shows that the Light Truck category is leading a sluggish tire retail market in the US. Representing nearly 35,000 points of sale nationwide, the data reveal that, in an overall down market, Light Truck tires have performed better than other segments,
BAE Systems and Dell EMC collaborate to offer mission-ready cloud solution for the U.S. Government
April 23, 2018
MCLEAN, Virginia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BAE Systems and Dell EMC today announced a collaboration to offer the first scalable, hybrid cloud solution of its kind for the U.S. government. The federated secure cloud is flexible enough to power agency-level IT modernization or support smaller, forward-operating units. The solution empowers users to
AstroNova Receives FAA Supplemental Type Certificate to Retrofit Boeing 737NG Aircraft with
April 23, 2018
WEST WARWICK, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AstroNova, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALOT), a global leader in data visualization technologies and a leading provider of flight deck printers, networking hardware and related accessories, today announced that it has received an FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the retrofit
April 2018 Product Spotlight: Robots and Automation
April 23, 2018
This month’s Modern Equipment Review Spotlight focuses on robots, handling equipment and other automation products.  Blog Post: 4/23/2018 Jedd Cole Associate Editor, Modern Machine Shop The image gallery above, based on Modern Machine Shop magazine’s Modern Equipment Review Spotlight, features a variety of automation
Jack Hamilton Joins Positek RFID Team to Expand Healthcare Market Proficiency
April 23, 2018
NORRISTOWN, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Positek RFID Inc., the complete RFID systems, solutions and integration company serving the textile maintenance industry, is pleased to announce the hiring of John “Jack” A. Hamilton as Director of Business Development for Healthcare. Bringing more than 35 years of professional experience to the
LSB Industries, Inc. Announces Expiration and Results of Cash Tender Offer for Its Outstanding 8.50%
April 23, 2018
OKLAHOMA CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--LSB Industries, Inc. (NYSE:LXU) (“LSB”) today announced the expiration and results of its previously announced cash tender offer (the “Tender Offer”) to purchase any and all outstanding $375,000,000 aggregate principal amount of its 8.50% Senior Secured Notes due 2019 (CUSIP No. 502160AL8)
Country Leaders Inspired by ABB’s Breakthrough E-Mobility Technologies
April 23, 2018
HANNOVER, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The two leaders, along with ABB CEO Ulrich Spiesshofer, were shown a demonstration of the company’s new high power fast charging solution: the Terra HP EV charging station with a power output of up to 350 kW recharges a car battery in just eight minutes for 200 km reach. “This high-power fast charger
EnvisionTEC Now Offers Highest Resolution Large-Frame 3D Printer
April 23, 2018
DEARBORN, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EnvisionTEC, a leading global manufacturer of desktop and full-production 3D printers and materials, today revealed a hardware update to its family of large-frame 3D printers that allows them to deliver best-in-class resolution. EnvisionTEC will now offer XY resolution of 25 microns ― equivalent to about half
RBC Bearings Announces the United States Patent & Trademark Office Granted Nine Additional
April 23, 2018
OXFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--RBC Bearings Incorporated (Nasdaq: ROLL), a leading international manufacturer of highly-engineered precision bearings and components for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries, today announced the United States Patent & Trademark Office granted the Company the following additional nine trademark
Tesla Model 3: Piece-by-Piece Munro Analysis
April 23, 2018
The Tesla Model 3 is certainly one of the most controversial cars to be launched in some time, with production models (a comparative handful, admittedly) presented on a stage with a throng of people treating it like it was an event with Beyoncé, Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran, all at the same time. Here was still another car from the nascent
Global Brass and Copper Holdings, Inc. Announces Date and Time for Release of First Quarter 2018
April 23, 2018
SCHAUMBURG, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Global Brass and Copper Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:BRSS) (“GBC” or the “Company”) announces that it will release financial results for the first quarter of 2018 on Thursday, May 3, after the close of the market. The Company will host a teleconference and webcast at 9:00 a.m. (Central Time) on
ProAmpac Showcases Agility of Innovation in Pet Food Packaging
April 23, 2018
CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ProAmpac, the fast-growing flexible packaging leader, today offers the latest innovations in the company’s flexible packaging products for the pet food industry. “From retort pouches and roll stock to quad-seal and woven polypropylene bags, ProAmpac has a ‘petfolio’ of products that deliver high
North America Aromatic Compounds Market Analysis & Forecast to 2025 - ResearchAndMarkets.com
April 23, 2018
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "North America Aromatic Compounds Market Analysis, Companies Profiles, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast to 2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The North America aromatic compounds market is expected to reach 32,640.70 Thousand Tons by 2025 from 23,792.35 Thousand Tons in 2017, at a
Porton Pharma Solutions and Codexis Launch Global Partnership
April 23, 2018
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. & CHONGQING, China--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Codexis, Inc. (NASDAQ: CDXS) and Porton Pharma Solutions, Ltd. (SZSE: 300363) announce a strategic collaboration to deploy Codexis’ world-leading biocatalyst technology within Porton’s global custom intermediate and active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) development and
Elliott Unveils “Accelerate Hyundai Proposals”
April 23, 2018
HONG KONG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Elliott Advisors (HK) Limited, which advises various funds (together “Elliott”) collectively holding a significant shareholding – more than US $1 billion of common stock – in Hyundai Mobis Co., Ltd. (“Mobis”), Hyundai Motor Company (“HMC”), and Kia Motors Corporation
Predictive Analytic Service Identifies Potential Failures
April 23, 2018
FANUC America’s Robot LINKi Zero Down Time (ZDT) is a predictive analytic service that identifies potential failures so customers can schedule maintenance and repairs, avoiding unexpected breakdowns during production.  New Product Post: 4/23/2018 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining FANUC America’s Robot
Platinum Equity Acquires Husky Injection Molding Systems
April 23, 2018
Platinum Equity and Husky Injection Molding Systems close on acquisition agreement.  Platinum Equity announced the successful closing of its previously announced acquisition of Husky Injection Molding Systems (IMS) International Ltd. Based in Bolton, Ontario, Husky is a global supplier of highly engineered injection molding equipment and
Successful Supplier Nights Help "Mold" Careers
April 23, 2018
The Chicago Chapter of the American Mold Builders Association (AMBA) recently hosted its fourth successful supplier night fundraiser that continues to provide much-needed support for promoting careers in moldmaking. Suppliers to the moldmaking industry were represented in abundance last week during the fourth annual Supplier Night hosted by the
Metal 3D Printer Combines Laser Sintering and High-Speed Milling
April 23, 2018
New Product Post: 4/23/2018 Edited by Karen Cornelissen Managing Editor, MoldMaking Technology
Automotive High Performance Torque Converters - Rise in Demand for Automatic Transmission Systems is
April 22, 2018
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio’s latest market research report on the global automotive high performance torque converters market provides an analysis of the most important trends expected to impact the market outlook from 2018-2022. Technavio defines an emerging trend as a factor that has the potential to significantly impact the market
CAD/CAM Platform Serves as a Communication Tool for a Moldmaker
April 22, 2018
CAD/CAM software for moldmaking became one company’s “universal translator,” smoothing communication and interoperability between client, designer, machinist and machine.  Alpha Precision, an injection mold manufacturer, has been part of a recent resurgence of moldmaking in its native Irish Republic. Advanced
781BXT AccuBore is a Bluetooth-Enabled Electronic Bore Gage
April 22, 2018
Starrett’s 781BXT AccuBore electronic bore gages are a trigger-operated gaging system, and Bluetooth wireless technology in the bore gage enables measurement data acquisition capabilities without the encumbrances and limitations of cables.  New Product Post: 4/22/2018 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining
Is Retrofitting an Automation System a Better Option?
April 22, 2018
In today’s manufacturing climate, is retrofitting still a cost-effective solution? 
Vision-Guided Robotics Predicted to Become Major Disruptive Force in Global Manufacturing 
April 22, 2018
So says BitFlow, a manufacturer of frame grabbers used in industrial imaging.  
Who Is Your Customer? 
April 22, 2018
It seems odd, but many organizations and companies have a hard time knowing who their customer is.
Methods Machine Tools to Showcase a Combination of Technologies at the 2018 Smart Manufacturing
April 22, 2018
Precision machine tool manufacturer will bring seven of its real world technologies to life at the upcoming Smart Manufacturing Experience event, in booth #325 at the Boston Convention Center, April 30 through May 2.
America Makes to Exhibit at RAPID + TCT 2018
April 22, 2018
The Institute Makes Interactive Engagement and Information Exchange with Attendees Focus with ADX—The Additive Design Experience and PULSE.
Emerson Cable Supports Help Electricians Meet NEC Code Requirements in Vertical Raceways
April 22, 2018
Emerson offers O-Z/Gedney Cable Supports for threaded rigid conduit, IMC, EMT and wire armored cable with proven field performance to make the difference between being connected and disconnected. 
How Data is Improving Quality in Automotive Manufacturing
April 22, 2018
For one of the largest automakers in the world, making higher quality products means more productivity and more profit.
Handte Oil Expert Mist Collector Removes Ultra-Fine Mists
April 21, 2018
Camfil APC’s Handte Oil Expert eliminates the ongoing housekeeping expenses required to remove oil from heating and cooling equipment, other machinery and workplace surfaces. New Product Post: 4/21/2018 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining Camfil APC’s Handte Oil Expert mist collector helps facility
Standardization Solutions Drive Mold Component Innovations
April 21, 2018
Mold component suppliers continue to standardize products that speed mold building while also developing technology that addresses design, cooling, release and other challenges. Moldmakers are pushing mold component suppliers to develop more turn-key solutions and value-added services to help moldmakers serve customers more effectively and to stay
Celanese Announces Acetyl Intermediates Price Increases in Asia
April 20, 2018
DALLAS & SHANGHAI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Celanese Corporation (NYSE: CE), a global technology and specialty materials company, will increase list and off-list selling prices for the following acetyl intermediate products. The price increases below will be effective immediately or as contracts otherwise allow, and are incremental to any previously
Moog Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2018 Earnings Webcast
April 20, 2018
EAST AURORA, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Moog Inc. (NYSE: MOG.A and MOG.B) will release its second quarter fiscal 2018 earnings for the period ended March 31, 2018 on Friday, April 27, 2018. In conjunction with this release, Moog will host a conference call beginning at 10:00 a.m. ET, which will be simultaneously broadcast live over the Internet. John
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. Announces Dates for First Quarter 2018 Results and Conference Call
April 20, 2018
DEERFIELD, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CF) today announced that it will report its first quarter 2018 results after the market close on Wednesday, May 2, 2018. The company plans to host a conference call to discuss these results at 9:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, May 3, 2018. Investors can access the call by dialing
Celanese Appoints Benita Casey as Chief Accounting Officer
April 20, 2018
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Celanese Corporation (NYSE: CE), a global technology and specialty materials company, today announces the appointment of Benita M. Casey as chief accounting officer. Casey assumes this role from Kevin Oliver, who, in addition to his chief accounting officer role, successfully served as interim Chief Financial Officer until
Terex Corporation Announces First Quarter 2018 Financial Results Conference Call
April 20, 2018
WESTPORT, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Terex Corporation (NYSE:TEX) will host a one hour conference call to review its first quarter 2018 financial results on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 8:30 a.m. eastern time. John L. Garrison, Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer, will lead the call. The Company will release its financial results prior to the
Coveris Management to Host Call to Discuss Full-Year 2017 Financial Results
April 20, 2018
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Coveris Holdings SA management expects to host a conference call to discuss its full-year 2017 financial results on Wednesday, May 2, at 10:00 am, Eastern. The results will be published on or before this date. The conference call number is 877-407-8031 (domestic) or 201-689-8031 (international). A replay of the call will
Solid Carbide Micro Drill Meets DIN 1899 Standards
April 20, 2018
Walter USA has released the DB130 Advance, its smallest solid carbide micro drill New Product Post: 4/20/2018 Edited by Eli Plaskett Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop Walter USA has released the DB130 Advance, its smallest solid carbide micro drill with diameters ranging from 0.004" to 0.06" (0.1 to 1.45 mm). With a point angle
Five-Axis VMC Handles Large Aircraft Components
April 20, 2018
Mitsui Seiki’s Vertex 100 five-axis vertical machining center is a high-speed, high-precision machine that can mill larger parts such as blisks for aircraft engines. It can machine workpieces as large as 1,250 mm in diameter and 850 mm tall. Its X-, Y- and Z-axis strokes measure 1000, 900 and 750 mm, respectively.
Hot Topic, Inc. Announces Conference Call to Discuss Fourth Quarter Financial Results
April 20, 2018
CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hot Topic, Inc. announced that a conference call to discuss the 2017 fiscal year results for the period ended February 3, 2018 is scheduled for April 26, 2018 at 4:30PM (ET). Access information for this conference call will be published on the Secure Financial Information Exchange prior to the date of the
Spatial’s 3D Modeler Helps EXTEND3D Power the Fourth Industrial Revolution
April 20, 2018
BROOMFIELD, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Spatial Corp, the leading provider of 3D software development toolkits for design, manufacturing, and engineering solutions, and a subsidiary of Dassault Systèmes, announces today the results of its collaboration with EXTEND3D with the release of the EXTEND3D Werklicht® 3D software, bridging 3D CAD
Cobots Are Coming to the Precision-Turned Parts Industry
April 20, 2018
The international bar turning machine tool show, Simodec 2018, held March 6-9 in La Roche-Sur-Foron, France, focused on man-machine interaction, connected machining, Industry 4.0 and automation, robotics and particularly cobotics. Case Study Post: 4/20/2018 Barbara Schulz European Correspondent, Gardner Business Media The
Universal Robots Debuts at World’s Leading Plastics Show with Cobots in New Palletizing, Sealing
April 20, 2018
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--New trends in composite part fabrication, blow molding and high mix/low volume production are boosting demand for advanced manufacturing methods with collaborative robots being front and center. A new exhibitor at NPE this year is Universal Robots (UR), the company that pioneered the cobot and continues to be a
Meredith-Springfield Associates, Inc., is First North American Blow Molder to Acquire Latest ISBM
April 20, 2018
LUDLOW, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Meredith-Springfield became the first North American company to purchase the latest iteration of an injection stretch-blow molding machine (ISBM) from Japan’s Aoki Technical Laboratory, Inc., which will enable Meredith-Springfield to economically produce a new product line of premium PET drinkware. The
EnvisionTEC Launches its Strongest 3D Printing Material Ever, Showcased in the World’s Longest 3D
April 20, 2018
DEARBORN, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EnvisionTEC, a leading global manufacturer of desktop and full-production 3D printers and materials, today launches a groundbreaking new material, E-RigidForm, showcasing it in a 328-foot 3D printed chain. A polyurethane-like resin that 3D prints hard and stiff parts, E-RigidForm is ideal for both prototypes and
Stratasys Unveils Scholarship Winners for 14th Annual Extreme Redesign 3D Printing Challenge
April 20, 2018
MINNEAPOLIS & REHOVOT, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stratasys Ltd. (NASDAQ: SSYS), a global leader in applied additive technology solutions, today officially unveiled the winners of the 2018 Extreme Redesign 3D Printing Challenge: its globally-recognized contest empowering students to explore and demonstrate 3D printing innovation. Now in its 14th